Michael Perchick
Prior to moving to North Carolina, Michael spent more than two years at KVUE, the ABC affiliate in Austin, Texas. While there, he covered a wide variety of stories, ranging from the state Legislature to South by Southwest. He reported remotely on several major events - including deadly bus crashes in Mississippi and Uvalde County, severe weather throughout central Texas, and Super Bowl LI. His work covering education was recognized by the Texas Association of School Boards.
Before KVUE, Michael spent two years as a news/sports reporter and news producer at WAPT, the ABC affiliate in Jackson, Mississippi. In his split role, Michael extensively covered the highly-contested U.S. Senate race between incumbent Sen. Thad Cochran and state Sen. Chris McDaniel, and provided reports from SEC Media Days and the Senior Bowl. Michael was a part of the Associated Press Award-winning "Blitz 16," which was named Best Sportscast in Mississippi.
Michael graduated from the University of Miami, where he double-majored in Broadcast Journalism and Political Science, and minored in Sports Administration.
The grandson of a Tar Heel, Michael grew up with a wardrobe full of Carolina blue (he even has the 5th grade class picture to prove it!), and is excited to take in the spirited rivalries between all the local schools.
Outside of the newsroom, Michael lives in Raleigh, and enjoys playing and watching sports, checking out some of the area's cuisines, and refreshing his Twitter account (which you can follow along @MichaelPerchick).
Feel free to send all story ideas and restaurant suggestions (not necessarily in that order).
Michael's Stories
Tick bites surge nationally as experts warn of Lyme disease risk heading into summer
Emergency room visits in the US for tick bites are at their highest level in nearly a decade.
As NC lawmakers discuss Helene relief, Western NC hoping for return of tourists
"Pedestrian traffic is really our life blood. They don't all have to be buyers, but they all bring energy with them."
Mixed reaction to NC budget framework, proposed pay raises
Under the framework, state employees would see an average 3% raise, while teachers would receive an average 8% increase, along with one-time bonuses.
Deal reached on NC's long-awaited state budget, less than 2 weeks after educators rally
The agreement aims to provide significant raises for teachers and law enforcement, and includes a drop in personal income-tax rates.
'Perfect storm' leads to rising food insecurity across North Carolina
Providers warn that food insecurity is deepening for families throughout the Triangle.
RDU travel surge for graduations, Mother's Day boosts Triangle businesses
One of the busiest travel stretches of the year at Raleigh-Durham International Airport is bringing a surge of visitors -- and spending -- to the Triangle.
Two teenagers face charges connected with vehicle break-ins across the Triangle
One teen is facing more than 100 felony charges as well as dozens of misdemeanors.
NY Post analysis questions NC pandemic-era inmate releases; lawmakers launch probe
Roy Cooper's campaign is pushing back on the analysis, calling it "misleading and not accurate."
Senate bill seeks mental health training for youth athletics coaches
Advocates say the bill would help ensure more coaches are prepared to respond appropriately when athletes face mental health challenges.
Proposed bill would limit public access to NIL funding totals at North Carolina public universities
One lawmaker said the legislation is aimed at protecting state schools in an increasingly competitive recruiting landscape.