Expert urges caution as young people seek mental health support from AI
Turning to artificial intelligence chatbots for mental health advice is a growing trend among young people.
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Study finds nearly 1 in 5 teens use AI chatbots for mental health support
A growing number of young people are turning to artificial intelligence chatbots for emotional support and mental health advice, according to a new study published in JAMA Pediatrics.
Novant Health to open Scotts Hill Medical Center next week
Novant Health is preparing to open its new Scotts Hill Medical Center next week, marking the health system's first hospital to open in New Hanover County in 60 years.
Downtown shooting victim's family speaks out
The parents of a 23-year-old man killed in a shooting inside a downtown Wilmington bar last weekend are speaking publicly about their son as the man charged in his death begins moving through the court system.
SC man faces statutory rape charges in Columbus County
A South Carolina man has been arrested following a reopened child sexual abuse investigation that led to multiple victims coming forward, according to the Columbus County Sheriff's Office.
CCSO seeks help identifying suspects in copper theft at Duke Energy site
The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help identifying two people connected to a larceny and property damage investigation at a Duke Energy power transformer site in Riegelwood.
Man pleads guilty to killing cousin in 2023 Wilmington murder case
A man charged as a teenager in the 2023 killing of his cousin, 34-year-old Adriana Hall, has pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and robbery with a dangerous weapon.
Throwback Thursday: Hoagie culture and the arrival of Wawa in Wilmington
This week’s Throwback Thursday is a little different. Instead of digging through the WWAY archives, I stepped out of them and into a personal story that connects to something I’ve known for years: Wawa.
Cucalorus Film Festival opens sponsorship opportunities, film submissions and Early Bird pass sales
Organizers of the Cucalorus Film Festival are inviting filmmakers, businesses and movie lovers to take part in this year's event as sponsorship opportunities, film submissions and Early Bird Pass sales are officially open for the 32nd annual festival.
Cape Fear Literacy Council's Adult Story Hour returns with new local voices
The Cape Fear Literacy Council is inviting the community to an evening of storytelling, conversation and literary inspiration as its popular Adult Story Hour returns on June 23 with two new featured readers.
Hot and humid weather continues for today
Temperatures will be soaring into the middle 90s today as rain chances increase this weekend.
Brunswick County issues water conservation alert amid drought, rising temperatures
The alert applies to customers served by Brunswick County Public Utilities, as well as residents in Bald Head Island, Holden Beach, Oak Island, and Ocean Isle Beach.
Leland police report details fatal pedestrian crash in Lowe’s Foods parking lot
The town of Leland released a police report to WWAY on Wednesday regarding a deadly pedestrian crash that occurred in a grocery store parking lot last month.
Man Charged with First-Degree Murder in Downtown Wilmington fatal shooting
A 29-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in Downtown Wilmington last week.
Gas leak shuts down traffic near Highway 17 in Brunswick County
The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office is assisting with a gas leak in the area of Highway 17 and New Pointe Boulevard.
NHCS addresses Williston Middle maintenance complaints as teachers call for improvements
New Hanover County Schools officials are responding after several teachers at Williston Middle School raised concerns about what they describe as deteriorating working conditions inside one of Wilmington's oldest school buildings.
New charges filed against Pender County pool contractor
Christian Villa, owner of Sunrise Pool Inc., was scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday, but that hearing has been canceled.
New Testimony Heard in Tru Colors Murder Trial
Heated arguments unfolded Wednesday in the double-murder trial of Omonte Bell and Dyrell Green as attorneys debated whether testimony from a key witness and a recorded phone call should be presented to jurors.
‘I am here to continue her legacy’: Sister takes over Helping Hands of the Cape Fear
Helping Hands of the Cape Fear is entering a new chapter under the leadership of its new president, Zanika Stokely.
Suspect in custody after armed robbery at Wilmington convenience store
A suspect is in custody after an armed robbery at a Wilmington convenience store Wednesday afternoon, according to the Wilmington Police Department.