Gastonia, NC, surpasses 85,000 residents; Gaston County exceeds 240,000 according to the U.S. Census Bureau estimates, indicating continuous population growth.

Iredell County EMS received the AHA's Gold Achievement Award for exceptional cardiac care, marking its consistent recognition since 2018 for rapid, effective emergency response.

Two individuals were arrested for the murder of Jeffery Carter, who was shot outside his Gastonia home after being caught in crossfire from a nearby party.

Two new graduates, Officers Marco Tabora and Chandler Watts, completed the Basic Law Enforcement Training at Mitchell Community College, with the Mooresville Police celebrating their achievements.

ESPN announced the new Dick Vitale Invitational college basketball event, featuring Duke vs. Texas, to honor Vitale's legacy and his cancer-free status.

Charlotte Fire Engineer John Filliben receives the 2025 Community Service Above Self Award for his mentorship and service from the Charlotte North Rotary Club.

Catawba County will honor fallen firefighter Jake Bridges with a procession from Winston-Salem on June 9, with emergency personnel participating along the route.

Hickory hosts Larry & Joe for their Sails Original Music Series, featuring a blend of Latin folk and Appalachian music, starting at 7 p.m. on June 13.

CMPD is investigating a fatal collision involving a 12-year-old dirt bike rider named Mike Malanda at Oakdale and Auten Roads.

Walmart expands its drone delivery service in partnership with Wing, aiming to offer ultra-fast delivery of essential items within a 30-minute time frame to residents near select stores in various U.S. cities.

A bicyclist was killed in a hit-and-run on SC-55 in York County. The vehicle and driver remain unidentified, and authorities request information from the public.

One person was killed in a crash in northwest Charlotte, with the intersection of Auten and Oakdale Roads closed for investigation. Details remain unclear.

A shooting occurred at an illegal street takeover in Pineville, wounding one. Police are seeking the shooter; a suspect related to a fight has been detained.