Gaston County

Cleveland County Paramedic Ashley Moore died in a crash caused by a drunk driver traveling over 100 mph. EMT Gabriel Smith, who survived a similar ambulance collision in May 2023, highlighted ongoing safety concerns for EMS workers.

Severe thunderstorms with wind gusts up to 60 mph and hail were moving through multiple counties in the Carolinas on July 10, 2026, prompting weather alerts. Interactive radar tools and safety guidelines from Duke Energy were provided to track storms and avoid hazards like downed power lines.

A Gastonia mother filed a $15 million lawsuit, alleging she was wrongly accused of identity theft and falsely arrested after being misidentified in an investigation. She is suing Gaston County and a police officer.

A man was arrested after a deadly shooting at an apartment complex in Gaston County. James Lewis, 45, is charged with first-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a felon in connection with the death of Terrill C. Gilmore, 34. The shooting occurred at Greenview Meadows Apartments, and Lewis was later found holding his 3-year-old child at Hudson Landings Apartments before surrendering peacefully.

A Cleveland County paramedic was killed in a high-speed crash while treating a patient in an ambulance. A retired Mecklenburg County paramedic, who lost both legs in a past ambulance collision, is advocating for improved safety measures in ambulances to protect emergency workers.

A driver was traveling over 100 mph and allegedly impaired when he crashed into an ambulance, killing Cleveland County paramedic Ashley Moore. The driver, Jared Logan, has a history of DWI convictions and traffic violations, and prosecutors are seeking a second-degree murder charge. Logan’s father expressed regret, calling the crash a 'bad decision.'

A Cleveland County paramedic, Ashley Moore, was killed when an ambulance she was in was struck from behind by a car and flipped in Gaston County. The driver of the car faces pending charges, with alcohol and speeding likely contributing factors. Moore, a nine-year EMS veteran, was tending to a patient at the time of the crash, while the patient and ambulance driver sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

A busy store was intentionally set on fire in Gaston County, a paramedic was killed and another injured in an ambulance accident near the Gaston-Cleveland County line, 28 people were arrested during the America 250 celebration in Uptown Charlotte, and high heat and storm chances continued in the area.

A Cleveland County paramedic died and another was injured after an ambulance flipped on Highway 74 near the Gaston-Cleveland County line on July 6. A damaged car was also involved in the crash, and Highway 74 was closed in the eastbound direction during the investigation.

An ambulance flipped during a crash near the Gaston-Cleveland County line on Highway 74 on July 6. A damaged car was also involved, and the ambulance was righted by a wrecker. No injuries or fatalities have been confirmed, and the highway was temporarily closed during the investigation.

A crash involving a Cleveland County ambulance occurred on Highway 74 near Interstate 85 in Gaston County, leading to a highway shutdown. Both directions of Highway 74 were closed just east of I-85, and details about injuries remain unclear as authorities continue to investigate.

A Dollar Tree store on South York Road in Gastonia, N.C., was intentionally set on fire on July 5 around 2 p.m., causing hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage. No injuries were reported, and authorities are seeking information through Gaston County Crime Stoppers.

A fire at a Dollar Tree in Gaston County, Gastonia, N.C., caused a road closure on Sunday afternoon, July 5. The blaze, reported at 3 p.m. near South York Road and Bush Street, led to traffic disruptions for several hours. No injuries were reported, and the cause remains under investigation.

Over 96,000 counterfeit items valued at $7.8 million were seized from a Gaston County home in Stanley. North Carolina lawmakers passed a 2026 budget including an 8% teacher raise, and a deadly crash closed a major stretch of I-277 near Uptown. Record heat is expected in Charlotte for the Independence Day weekend.

Investigators seized over $96,000 in counterfeit merchandise from a Gaston County home, with items valued at $7.8 million at retail. The operation led to charges against Adela Ortiz-Portillo and Ever Roberto Martinez-Olivia for counterfeit trademark and conspiracy.

Over 96,000 counterfeit items were discovered at a home in Gaston County. Two individuals have been charged in connection with the case.

Heat advisories were issued for nearly all Charlotte-region counties, effective at noon on Thursday, July 2, until 8 p.m. Weather officials warn of heat index values reaching 105-108°F, risking heat-related illnesses.

Gaston County purchased a 562-acre tract along Lake Wylie from Duke Energy to preserve it as a future public park. The land, protected through conservation easements, will include trails, public lake access, and environmental benefits like wildlife habitat and stormwater filtration. The acquisition involved collaboration between Gaston County, Catawba Lands Conservancy, The Conservation Fund, and the N.C. Land and Water Fund.

A dog was found tied to a stop sign with a rope knotted around its hips in Gaston County and rescued after coming dangerously close to traffic. Authorities believe the dog was intentionally left there due to a bag of dog food found nearby, amid a heatwave with temperatures near 90°F.

Gaston County purchased 562 acres near Lake Wylie to create a public park with hiking and mountain biking trails, public lake access, and a connection to the Carolina Thread Trail. The land, previously owned by Duke Energy, will protect flood plains, wetlands, and wildlife habitats, including nesting grounds for osprey and bald eagles.

Gaston County authorities are increasing patrols and urging vigilance on Mountain Island Lake during the Fourth of July weekend following recent drownings, including a 12-year-old boy in Catawba County and a near-drowning of a father and two sons in Cleveland County. Swimmer Destiny Nazworth and Officer Joshua Self emphasize the importance of life jackets and close supervision to prevent water-related accidents.

Parents, teachers, and students in Gaston County rallied for increased school funding, criticizing budget priorities that allocate more to law enforcement than education. The Gaston County Education Alliance highlighted the county's low funding compared to similar regions despite high student enrollment, while organizers warned of staffing challenges as educators leave for better pay.

Gaston County inmates are charged with attempted murder following an alleged attack on a detention officer. The incident occurred when the officer was attempting to return inmates to their cells.

North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein announced $4 million in infrastructure grants for rural communities, expected to generate $126.2 million in investment and 396 jobs. Projects include Gaston County's $272,000 grant for a building reuse creating 34 jobs and Rockingham County's $400,000 grant for Talalay Global, Inc., which will create 52 jobs.

Gastonia and Gaston County provide cooling centers at community facilities when temperatures reach 95°F, while Mecklenburg County offers heat relief at Roof Above’s Day Services Center. Free transit to cooling sites and extended library hours are also available to combat summer heat.

Sadie Johnson, the newborn daughter of a Gaston County police officer, required a life-saving transplant due to a rare diagnosis. The community has rallied around the officer and her daughter as she remains by Sadie's side hundreds of miles from home.

A Gaston County family expressed relief after Jashaun Tate was arrested for vandalizing a roadside memorial honoring their son, Uriah McCree, who was killed four years ago. The memorial, repeatedly damaged, was replaced multiple times, but the arrest provided a sense of accountability. A $25,000 reward remains for information about McCree’s unsolved murder.

Kamryn Penny, a North Carolina teen, walked at his high school graduation after doctors previously gave him a 1% chance to walk again. He received his diploma at Stuart Cramer High School in Gaston County.