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
1 week until Election Day: Voters share issues top of mind as they head to polls
Diners inside Angie's Restaurant in Garner spoke to ABC11 on the Tuesday before Election Day.
UNC embraces artificial intelligence as popularity grows: 'Remarkable'
Artificial intelligence is changing the way college students and faculty members address age-old questions.
Candidates explain why they run in redrawn voting districts they can't win
Thanks to redrawn voting maps, fewer North Carolina legislative races are seen as competitive this election cycle.
Strong voter turnout continues as Republicans, Democrats make pitches
Both Democrats and Republicans had a visible presence at a Cary polling location Monday, working to engage voters as they made their way inside.
Young voters take advantage of early voting as Democrats, Republicans rally supporters
After a record-breaking day one of in-person early voting, voters across the Triangle were out in full force again Friday.
Enthusiastic voters show up in large numbers on day 1 of early voting in North Carolina
"Every vote counts, that's the most important thing. That's why we're here," one voter said in Durham.
Facing funding challenges some universities make difficult choices on academic, athletic programs
Some of the cuts are being felt at Campbell University.
Protesters gather before installation of UNC Chancellor Roberts, who lays out vision for the campus
The 13th chancellor in the university's history, Lee Roberts spoke for about 10 minutes, where he laid out his vision for the school.
Volunteers work to sign up voters ahead of Friday registration deadline
Friday is the voter registration deadline in North Carolina, as both parties make a final push to get their messages heard.
Durham residents prepare for votes on parks and recreation, street and sidewalk bonds
"One of the things I value most about Durham is it's a city that recognizes that equity is important," Messina said.