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
Labor Day finds different drought conditions across Triangle lakes
Labor Day weekend boaters said conditions have improved noticeably at Falls Lake.
Businesses look for strong summer finish during Labor Day weekend
"When you can get that extra push of foot traffic coming through, it really makes a good day a really good day."
NC State Board of Elections approves changes to how counties should handle absentee ballots
The new guidance comes as absentee ballots are being mailed out.
Absentee ballots to be mailed out to NC voters who requested one
North Carolina election officials said Thursday they are sending out absentee ballots, while acknowledging that more action may be taken
Policymakers, tech leaders discuss AI growth, workforce needs at G20 event in Chapel Hill
Global policymakers, technology executives and business leaders gathered in Chapel Hill on Wednesday for the second day of the G20 Innovation Ministerial.
G20 Innovation Ministerial talks spotlight AI, data centers as Musk, Zuckerberg weigh in virtually
The first day of the G20 Innovation Ministerial drew virtual appearances from some of the tech industry's most prominent leaders.
G20 Innovation Ministerial puts Chapel Hill in global spotlight
World leaders, technology executives and policymakers will discuss artificial intelligence and emerging tech in the Triangle this week.
North Carolina Nepalese community seeks ways to help after landslide
A devastating landslide in Nepal has killed hundreds of people, left more than 1,300 missing and injured hundreds more.
NC educators navigate AI's role in education while they ensure students develop critical thinking
North Carolina was among the first states in the nation to release AI guidance for schools in 2024.
Meta settlement brings new protections for teens on Facebook and Instagram
North Carolina will receive hundreds of millions of dollars in a landmark settlement with Meta.