Former baseball captain recalls 1934 series game in NC that defied racism
In Gastonia, a story of courage over hate is 92 years old. It involves a group of young white baseball players who stood up for a Black teammate.
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Lawsuit over Gastonia police shooting dismissed, citing justified force
A judge has dismissed a lawsuit against law enforcement officers involved in the fatal shooting of Jason Lipscomb nearly four years ago.
Police uncover marijuana grow operation inside Kings Mountain business
The Kings Mountain Police Department charged a man with trafficking marijuana after discovering an indoor grow operation in a downtown business on Feb. 19.
Judge dismisses lawsuit in Gaston County father-child murder-suicide case
A judge dismissed a lawsuit in a murder-suicide case that ended with a child shot and killed by his own father.
‘Let’s venture out’: Kings Mountain businesses hopeful for casino boom
In just a few week, builders are hoping to wrap up the next phase on the Catawba Two Kings casino, and that means more attractions for gamblers.
Atrium Health’s mobile hospital hubs could bring cancer care to rural areas
Atrium Health wants to bring mobile hospital hubs to western North Carolina, and Channel 9 got a look at a new prototype that could bring cancer care to places like Cleveland County.
Mayor’s voting rights stripped in Gastonia, sparking controversy
The Gastonia City Council voted Tuesday night to amend the city charter, stripping Mayor Richard Franks of his regular voting power. Under the new rules, the mayor is now only permitted to vote on city business in the event of a tie.
NC A&T community mourns Rev. Jesse Jackson, reflects on his impact on students
Students, faculty, and staff at North Carolina A&T State University are mourning the loss of The Rev. Jesse Jackson, a trailblazer who broke boundaries in politics, running for president twice.
Man accused of attempting to kidnap girls at Walmart faces multiple charges
One mom told Channel 9 her nine-year-old had a nightmare about what happened in the greeting card section of Walmart.
Community mourns loss of Crest High School student in car crash
Goodwill’s tech training program teaches essential digital skills, includes free computer
‘Unusual situation’: Woman at Gaston County homeless encampment charged with felony littering
Paralyzed shooting survivor gains mobility with advanced prosthetic device
Man pleads guilty to selling fentanyl pills that killed two teens in Belmont
K-9 hailed as hero after helping find missing autistic teen in snowstorm
Major cash seizure on I-85 linked to illegal drug activity
Vandals cause fire at athletic facilities, ransack offices at Bessemer City High School
Outer Banks weather improves after intense blizzard-like conditions
Outer Banks may face blizzard-like conditions
‘Shame on you’: Scammers target missing Gastonia teen’s family, claiming he was kidnapped
Mother arrested, accused of choking daughter over laundry argument
Gastonia police use Real Time Crime Center to arrest shooting suspect
Gastonia man sentenced after plea deal in deadly shooting
Family of slain food delivery driver seeks answers after deadly west Charlotte shooting
Repeat mail thief faces federal judge for alleged bank fraud scheme
Overnight shelters in Gaston County see increased demand amid winter storm
Volunteer coach accused of sexually assaulting student
Man accused of shooting, killing coworker in 2016 arrested in Mexico
First Baptist Church of Gastonia selects first Black senior pastor
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