Local News

New Hanover High School's Brogden Hall was supposed to be filled with the sounds of rap artist Lil Wayne performing Sunday night. Instead, it was filled with the cries of angry fans. Fans waited for Lil Wayne to take the stage, but the performer was a no-show, leaving fans demanding answers. Full story...

The 15th annual reunion of crew members from the USS Norris allowed sailors to celebrate the past together. More than fifty veteran sailors and even more family members traveled from all over to share sea stories. Full story...

Here's a sobering notion: Brunswick and New Hanover Counties have the highest number of DWI arrests in the entire state. The Highway Patrol says something needs to be done to stop the drunken driving, and one UNCW student may have the solution. Full story...

Local law enforcement officials say a controversial concert scheduled at New Hanover High School this weekend is not a threat to public safety -- but some parents aren't convinced. Full story...

Residents in a Leland housing development say they're tired of looking at a big pile of dirt in their neighborhood. They say it's because the developers aren't following through with the original plan for the land. Full story...

Brunswick County residents who won't be home for the November 6 election are taking advantage of early voting. About 150 people have already cast their ballots. Full story...

African-American businesses in the community will be highlighted Saturday in Wilmington. The 11th annual Black Expo will be held at Cape Fear Community College. Full story...

Despite concern among New Hanover County School Board members, rapper Lil Wayne will perform at New Hanover High School on Sunday. Full story...

UNCW's Cameron School of Business has made the Princeton Review's "best" list for the first time. Full story...

The average Wilmington resident uses 138 gallons of water a day. Because of the drought mandatory water restrictions are in place, but some business owners are worried about the effect. The fountains are dry, some hoses are off and the leaves show it. Mandatory water restrictions in Wilmington have garden center owners like Tom Ericson worried they'll lose business. Full story...