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Businesses to race for a cause at United Way trike event in Wilmington
Businesses from across the Cape Fear region will take part in a unique fundraiser later this month, combining friendly competition with support for local nonprofits.
Community invited to meet local journalists on Local News Day
Local journalists in Wilmington are inviting community members to stop by WHQR on April 9 for a free coffee and a conversation about what matters most to them as part of the first-ever Local News Day.
UK government blocks rapper Ye from entering Britain to headline festival
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West was barred Tuesday from entering the U.K., where he was scheduled to headline the Wireless Festival in July, after a backlash over Ye's history of antisemitic remarks.
The upper middle class is now the largest income group in the U.S., study finds
The U.S. middle class is shrinking, but not because more Americans are poorer. Instead, more households are climbing into the echelons of the upper middle class due to income gains in recent decades, according to research from the nonpartisan American Enterprise Institute.
Breeze Airways announces limited-time $54 fares from Wilmington
Breeze Airways is offering limited-time promotional fares on several routes out of Wilmington International Airport, with one-way tickets starting at $54.
Vance arrives in Hungary hoping to boost Orbán's election campaign
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — U.S. Vice President JD Vance is in Hungary to support Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's campaign ahead of a pivotal election. Vance will meet Orbán and appear at a campaign rally, signaling strong backing from the Trump administration.
Iran calls for human chains to protect power plants as Trump's deadline nears
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Airstrikes pounded Tehran on Tuesday, and Iranian officials urged young people to form human chains to protect power plants, hours before the expiration of U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest deadline for the Islamic Republic to reopen the crucial Strait of Hormuz or face punishing strikes on its infrastructure.
How spending shocks affect retirement planning
Here is how spending shocks can affect your retirement planning.
Strangers raise over $76,000 for delivery driver who went above and beyond
Strangers raise over $76,000 for delivery driver who went above and beyond.
Offset shot in South Florida at Hard Rock Casino; Atlanta rapper hospitalized, stable, rep says
Atlanta rapper Offset is hospitalized after being shot in South Florida, according to his representative and authorities.
CFCC to host Public Safety Career Discovery Night
Cape Fear Community College will host a Public Safety Career Discovery Night later this month, offering community members an inside look at careers in fire service, emergency medical services, law enforcement, and other public safety fields.
Pet Pals: Chill cat looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Ferrari, a 4-year-old cat.
Ye offers to meet UK Jewish community as calls mount for him to be ditched from Wireless Festival
Ye offers to meet UK Jewish community as calls mount for him to be ditched from Wireless Festival.
ICE arrests newlywed wife of Army soldier at military base
ICE arrests newlywed wife of Army soldier at military base.
Cloudy skies expected for Tuesday
A mild afternoon with some upper level clouds are expected for today.
Taylor Frankie Paul faces protective order hearing in Utah after 'Bachelorette' cancellation
A Utah judge is set to hear arguments Tuesday on a protective order sought by a former partner against Taylor Frankie Paul, the star of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” and a recently filmed season of “The Bachelorette” that was canceled over abuse allegations in the relationship.
Iran rejects ceasefire deal as Trump's deadline for attacks on infrastructure nears
Iran rejected a 45-day ceasefire proposal and said it wants a permanent end to the war as U.S. President Donald Trump's ultimatum to make a deal ticked closer with an expanded threat of strikes against the Islamic Republic to include all power plants and bridges.
Resignations, disputes leave Chadbourn council without town manager
Video from the council’s Feb. 3 meeting shows all six members present, including Mayor Phillip Britt and Mayor Pro Tem Tony Jordan.
Bladen Community College to host small business expo later this month
Bladen Community College will host a small business expo later this month aimed at connecting entrepreneurs and supporting local economic growth.
Competency concerns delay death penalty decision in Southport mass shooting
Questions about a defendant’s mental competency are delaying key decisions in a high-profile case tied to a 2025 incident in Southport, according to Brunswick County District Attorney Jon David.
Atkinson store employee wins $1 million lottery prize in Pender County
A Pender County man is celebrating a big lottery win after scoring a $1 million prize on a scratch-off ticket.
Columbus County deputies investigating after 20 mailboxes vandalized
The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a string of mailbox vandalism incidents in the North Whiteville community.
New Hanover County NCDOT employee’s organ donation leads to two transplants
An NC Department of Transportation employee is sharing his story this National Donate Life Month after his decision to donate a kidney helped save two lives.
Businesses to race for a cause at United Way trike event in Wilmington
Businesses from across the Cape Fear region will take part in a unique fundraiser later this month, combining friendly competition with support for local nonprofits.
Community invited to meet local journalists on Local News Day
Local journalists in Wilmington are inviting community members to stop by WHQR on April 9 for a free coffee and a conversation about what matters most to them as part of the first-ever Local News Day.
Breeze Airways announces limited-time $54 fares from Wilmington
Breeze Airways is offering limited-time promotional fares on several routes out of Wilmington International Airport, with one-way tickets starting at $54.
CFCC to host Public Safety Career Discovery Night
Cape Fear Community College will host a Public Safety Career Discovery Night later this month, offering community members an inside look at careers in fire service, emergency medical services, law enforcement, and other public safety fields.
Pet Pals: Chill cat looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Ferrari, a 4-year-old cat.
Cloudy skies expected for Tuesday
A mild afternoon with some upper level clouds are expected for today.
Resignations, disputes leave Chadbourn council without town manager
Video from the council’s Feb. 3 meeting shows all six members present, including Mayor Phillip Britt and Mayor Pro Tem Tony Jordan.
NHC Democrats pick Margie Gewirtzman to replace Southerland in school board race
More than 75 people gathered at the New Hanover County Government Center for what party leaders described as a “mini-primary,” where Kristina Mercier and Margie Gewirtzman competed for the open spot.
NHCSO investigating viral video showing alleged mistreatment of elderly man in Wilmington
On Monday, a deputy was seen leaving a home in the 7400 block of Ern Way in Wilmington. The home is alleged to be owned by a woman who was recorded last week forcing an elderly man to walk outside wearing only a T-shirt and a diaper.
Dry conditions drive rising pollen levels
We got some rain, but it still hasn't put a dent in our drought and that’s not great news for allergy sufferers.
USPS opens new mail distribution facility in Wilmington
The U.S. Postal Service has moved into a new distribution center in Wilmington as demand for mail services continues to grow across the region.
Brunswick County appoints new planning board member as growth pressures mount
Brunswick County commissioners have appointed a new member to the county’s planning board as officials continue to grapple with rapid growth and development challenges.
79th annual North Carolina Azalea Festival kicks off this week in Wilmington
The 79th annual North Carolina Azalea Festival begins Wednesday, April 8, with a full slate of events celebrating spring in the Port City.
Three injured in two Wilmington stabbings early Easter morning
Three people were injured in two separate stabbings early Easter morning in downtown Wilmington, according to the Wilmington Police Department.
Bladen County reminds residents of statewide burn ban
Bladen County Emergency Management is reminding residents that the area remains under a statewide burn ban due to an increased risk of wildfire.
FEMA buyout program targets 75 homes in western North Carolina
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved more than $26 million to buy out 75 flood-damaged homes in North Carolina as part of ongoing recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene.
Bicycle crashes rise in Wilmington area as population growth strains infrastructure
A growing safety concern is emerging across the Cape Fear region as bicycle crashes increase alongside population growth.
NCDMV launches online upgrade for provisional licenses
The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles has launched a new online service allowing eligible drivers to upgrade from a Level 2 Limited Provisional License to a full Class C driver license without visiting an office.
Marion woman charged in connection to McDowell County wildfire
A Marion woman has been charged in connection to a wildfire currently burning in McDowell County, according to officials.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport evacuated after anonymous threat
Raleigh-Durham International Airport Terminal 1 was evacuated after an anonymous threat around 4:20 Monday morning.
What's happening across the cape fear this weekend
Whether it's meeting up to deck out your ride, hitting up the bingo halls to win a new clutch, or spending the end of the weekend mingling with beings from across the galaxy, here are some ways you can make the most of your weekend in the Cape Fear.
Wilmington TSA agent struggles without pay as shutdown reaches 41 days
It has now been 41 days since the partial government shutdown began, and many TSA workers across the country continue to report to work without pay.
Missing Eden woman found alive 24 years later hugs daughter in emotional reunion
The Rockingham County woman found alive 24 years after disappearing arrived to court on Thursday, March 26.
Country music artist Ty Myers set to take the stage at Live Oak Bank Pavilion
Live Oak Bank Pavilion is excited to host up-and-coming country music artist Ty Myers. The concert is set for October 16, with supporting acts from Brent Cobb and Benny G.
UNC Men's Basketball fired head coach Hubert Davis
The decision came to a head Tuesday night after Davis spent the past 5 years serving as the Tar Heels' head coach.
WPD seeks more than $250K to replace shotguns with patrol rifles
The Wilmington Police Department is looking to update the type of long-barreled firearm assigned to its officers.
Death investigation underway in Hubert
Deputies with the Onslow County Sheriff’s Office are conducting a death investigation following the discovery of two deceased individuals at a residence in Hubert.
Wilmington photographer documents long recovery of residents in western NC after Hurricane Helene
For months, Peggy Williams and other volunteers searched for her partner, Lenny Widawski, a violinist and musician, who was swept away along with his house by floodwaters.
Fishermen swap crab fishing for cleanup, retrieving hundreds of lost crab pots from waterways
Local fishing crews are taking to regional waterways this week to retrieve lost fishing gear and crab pots. The North Carolina Coastal Federation said abandoned gear can pose a great threat to the environment and boaters.
Boys & Girls Homes launches public Capital Campaign phase with goal of reaching $2.5 million dollars in total
Boys & Girls Homes is launching the public phase of its four-year Making Futures Brighter Now and Forever Capital Campaign with an official goal of reaching $2.5 million for infrastructure, cottage improvements, transportation, and program quality improvements at its Lake Waccamaw campus and its Endowment Fund.
GOP senator joins police in ejecting anti-war protester from Capitol Hill hearing
Republican Sen. Tim Sheehy of Montana assisted several police officers in physically ejecting a man who interrupted a Capitol Hill hearing on Wednesday to object to the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran.
Pender Co. residents turn in unused pesticides at free disposal event
In Pender County, residents were discarding unwanted and unused pesticides at a free disposal event on Wednesday.
After 'Educate Pender' mailer sparks confusion, two endorsed candidates win primary
Now that the primaries are over in Pender County, some of the tension within the local Republican party may be cooling off.
New Red Cross data shows Gen Z leads volunteer numbers in NC
New data released by the American Red Cross shows a multigenerational volunteer base across North Carolina, with younger adults making up the largest share of participants.
Breast cancer deaths fall in US while women in poorer countries face rising risks, report finds
Breast cancer deaths fall in US while women in poorer countries face rising risks, report finds.
UK government blocks rapper Ye from entering Britain to headline festival
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West was barred Tuesday from entering the U.K., where he was scheduled to headline the Wireless Festival in July, after a backlash over Ye's history of antisemitic remarks.
The upper middle class is now the largest income group in the U.S., study finds
The U.S. middle class is shrinking, but not because more Americans are poorer. Instead, more households are climbing into the echelons of the upper middle class due to income gains in recent decades, according to research from the nonpartisan American Enterprise Institute.
Vance arrives in Hungary hoping to boost Orbán's election campaign
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — U.S. Vice President JD Vance is in Hungary to support Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's campaign ahead of a pivotal election. Vance will meet Orbán and appear at a campaign rally, signaling strong backing from the Trump administration.
How spending shocks affect retirement planning
Here is how spending shocks can affect your retirement planning.
Strangers raise over $76,000 for delivery driver who went above and beyond
Strangers raise over $76,000 for delivery driver who went above and beyond.
Offset shot in South Florida at Hard Rock Casino; Atlanta rapper hospitalized, stable, rep says
Atlanta rapper Offset is hospitalized after being shot in South Florida, according to his representative and authorities.
ICE arrests newlywed wife of Army soldier at military base
ICE arrests newlywed wife of Army soldier at military base.
Taylor Frankie Paul faces protective order hearing in Utah after 'Bachelorette' cancellation
A Utah judge is set to hear arguments Tuesday on a protective order sought by a former partner against Taylor Frankie Paul, the star of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” and a recently filmed season of “The Bachelorette” that was canceled over abuse allegations in the relationship.
Iran rejects ceasefire deal as Trump's deadline for attacks on infrastructure nears
Iran rejected a 45-day ceasefire proposal and said it wants a permanent end to the war as U.S. President Donald Trump's ultimatum to make a deal ticked closer with an expanded threat of strikes against the Islamic Republic to include all power plants and bridges.
Trump widens threat to all of Iran's power plants and bridges as his deadline for a deal approaches
U.S. President Donald Trump expanded his threat against Iran to include all power plants and bridges Monday as his ultimatum to make a deal ticked closer, after Tehran rejected a 45-day ceasefire proposal and said it wants a permanent end to the war.
Artemis II breaks Apollo 13’s distance record with daring moon flyby that included a solar eclipse
After traveling deeper into space than any other humans, the Artemis II astronauts pointed their moonship toward home Monday night, wrapping up a lunar cruise that revealed views of the far side never beheld by eyes until now.
How social media is driving teens toward steroids and extreme body transformations
A growing number of teenage boys are chasing dramatic body transformations online — building massive muscles, shedding fat and documenting it all for millions to see.
Tailors, dressmakers retire their pincushions as US demand for skilled sewers grows
Hunched over a sewing machine, Kil Bae is hemming a dress inside his Manhattan tailor shop when a new customer stops by with a vintage Tommy Hilfiger jacket he wants taken in.
Sauté pans sold at Costco recalled after metal caps on handle heat and "forcefully eject"
A pair of popular sauté pans sold nationwide at Costco, Walmart.com, and other stores were recalled after customers reported the metal cap on the handle had ejected after being heated.
3 ways the Iran war is hitting Americans' pocketbooks
The economic fallout from the Iran war is starting to ripple through the U.S.
Menopause products are having a hot minute. But doctors urge women to be wary of the marketing surge
Menopause products are having a hot minute. But doctors urge women to be wary of the marketing surge.
Low-voltage utility elections face surge of attention as electricity bills rise
(AP) -- Rising household electricity prices and controversy over data centers are reshaping low-profile elections for control over utilities that build power plants and power lines — and then bill people for the cost. The tensions played a prominent role…
Actress Tori Spelling hospitalized after Southern California crash; authorities investigating cause
Actress Tori Spelling hospitalized after Southern California crash; authorities investigating cause.
Cape Fear Community College to host veteran panel series for America 250 commemoration
Cape Fear Community College will host a three-day panel discussion series featuring military veterans as part of the nationwide America 250 commemoration marking the upcoming 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Viral bald eagles Jackie and Shadow welcome pair of eaglets
Viral bald eagles Jackie and Shadow are now parents to another pair of eaglets after both eggs hatched over the weekend.
UK government blocks rapper Ye from entering Britain to headline festival
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West was barred Tuesday from entering the U.K., where he was scheduled to headline the Wireless Festival in July, after a backlash over Ye's history of antisemitic remarks.
Ye offers to meet UK Jewish community as calls mount for him to be ditched from Wireless Festival
Ye offers to meet UK Jewish community as calls mount for him to be ditched from Wireless Festival.
Iran rejects ceasefire deal as Trump's deadline for attacks on infrastructure nears
Iran rejected a 45-day ceasefire proposal and said it wants a permanent end to the war as U.S. President Donald Trump's ultimatum to make a deal ticked closer with an expanded threat of strikes against the Islamic Republic to include all power plants and bridges.
Iran rejects latest ceasefire proposal as Trump deadline approaches
Iran on Monday rejected the latest ceasefire proposal and instead said it wants a permanent end to the war, as U.S. President Donald Trump’s ultimatum loomed within hours.
Artemis II astronauts find hidden eggs on Easter Sunday as they close in on the moon
Artemis II astronauts find hidden eggs on Easter Sunday as they close in on the moon.
A mountain hideout and aircraft under fire: US carries out daring rescue of service member in Iran
The United States pulled off a daring rescue of two aviators whose fighter jet was shot down by Iran, plucking the pilot from behind enemy lines before setting off a complicated extraction of the second service member who hid deep in the mountains as Tehran called for Iranians to help capture him.
Pope Leo urges peace in first Easter Mass as Christians celebrate in Jerusalem, Gaza and Tehran
Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first Easter Mass as pontiff with a call Sunday to lay down arms and seek peace to global conflicts through dialogue, but he departed from a tradition of listing the world's woes by name in the Urbi et Orbi blessing from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica.
As Trump orders UFO data released, a question hangs: If aliens exist, what would they think of us?
For generations, human beings have wondered: What would alien life from another planet be like? But we rarely ask the opposite: What would they think of us?
A long Mideast war could take away from support for Ukraine, Zelenskyy tells the AP
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed concern that a prolonged U.S.-Israeli war on Iran could further erode America’s support for Ukraine as Washington’s global priorities shift and Kyiv braces for reduced deliveries of critically needed Patriot air defense missiles.
Good Friday is a unique and solemn day for Christians, with ancient prayers and fervent processions
Good Friday is a unique — and uniquely solemn — day in the Christian calendar. It commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus, ahead of what’s a central tenet of faith for believers — his resurrection two days later on Easter Sunday, according to the Gospels.
2 US aircraft shot down as war in Iran escalates. At least 1 crew member is missing
Iran shot down two U.S. military planes in separate attacks Friday, with one service member rescued and at least one missing, in a dramatic escalation since the war began nearly five weeks ago.
Pope Leo XIV to carry cross for entire procession, the first pontiff to do so in decades
Pope Leo XIV will personally carry the wooden cross through all 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on his first Good Friday as pontiff, marking the first time in decades that a pope carries the cross to every station.
American fighter jet was downed over Iran, U.S. officials say
An American F-15E fighter jet was downed over Iran, U.S. officials confirmed Friday, and a search and rescue effort is ongoing, sources said.
Iran launches missiles at Israel and Gulf states as explosions hit Tehran
Iran's missiles set alight a refinery and damaged a desalination plant in Kuwait on Friday as Israeli and U.S. strikes kept hitting Iran.
Artemis II astronauts rocket toward the moon after spending a day around Earth
NASA’s Artemis II astronauts fired their engines and blazed toward the moon Thursday night, breaking free of the chains that have trapped humanity in shallow laps around Earth in the decades since Apollo.
Iran fires on Israel and Gulf neighbors as Trump claims threat from Tehran nearly eliminated
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran has fired more missiles at Israel and Gulf Arab states, demonstrating Tehran’s continued ability to attack.
'Off the charts': Iran war drives near-record fuel surcharges
The effect of the Iran war on oil prices is now costing you more not just at the pump. Diesel prices are driving near-record ground-shipment surcharges due to the Iran war, including first-ever package surcharges from the United States Postal Service.
The AI industry is all in for the 2026 midterms with government regulations looming
The AI industry is all in for the 2026 midterms with government regulations looming.
Earthquake off Indonesia topples buildings, kills 1 person and sets off small tsunami
An undersea magnitude 7.4 earthquake toppled buildings in parts of northern Indonesia, sent people fleeing from their homes, killed at least one person and generated a small tsunami Thursday.
Trump says Iran will be hit hard for next 2 or 3 weeks
President Donald Trump said U.S. forces will keep hitting Iran “very hard” in the next two or three weeks and bring the country “back to the Stone Ages,” even as he touted the success of U.S. operations and argued that all of Washington’s objectives have so far been met or exceeded.
Pet Pals: Chill cat looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Ferrari, a 4-year-old cat.
Pet Pals: Affectionate Terrier looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Bridget, a 4-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier with a heart as big as her adorable smile.
Pet Pals: Chill tabby kitten looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Conrad, a 5-month-old tabby kitten.
Pet Pals: Sweet and playful Terrier mix looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Sweetie, a young bundle of energy and joy.
Pet Pals: Calm cat looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Freddie, an 8 year old Maine Coon mix.
Pet Pals: Energetic foxhound mix looking for forever home
This Week’s Pet Pal is Sulu, an energetic 1-year-old foxhound mix.
Pet Pals: Fun and bouncy lab mix looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Siena, a lab mix with a personality as big as her puppy paws.
Pet Pals: Curious and loving Shepherd Terrier mix looking for forever home
This Week’s Pet Pal is Bumble, a 4 month old Shepherd/Terrier mix.
Pet Pals: Loving shepherd mix looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Roxie, an 18-week-old female shepherd mix.
Pet Pals: Loyal and loving pit bull looking for forever home
This Week’s Pet Pal is Lucy, a 4-year-old pit bull.
Pet Pals: Loving and loyal Catahoula Shepherd mix looking for forever home
WINNABOW, NC (WWAY) — This Week’s Pet Pal is Tacoma, A 1-year-old, 57-lb Catahoula Shepherd mix.
Pet Pals: Charming and playful puppy looking for forever home
WINNABOW, NC (WWAY) — This Week’s Pet Pal is Cobalt, a 13-week-old puppy.
The Carolina Beat: Advanced Ortho
Katie Sasser meets with Dr. Joe Norris to learn more about Advanced Ortho.
Pet Pals: Kind and loveable Beagle looking for forever home
This Week’s Pet Pal is Ferris, a 5-year-old Beagle.
'Teacher of the Month' recognized for her leadership through music and love
Every month, we highlight an educator in the Cape Fear who's going above and beyond.
Pet Pals: Playful and affectionate Great Pyrenees looking for forever home
This Week’s Pet Pal is Murphy, a 2-year-old Great Pyrenees.
Pet Pals: Curious and affectionate cat looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Morris, a 3-month-old Domestic Short Hair cat.
Pet Pals: Affectionate and playful retriever mix looking for forever home
This Week’s Pet Pal is Teal, a 12-week old retriever mix.
Pet Pals: Playful and funny German Shepherd mix looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Frankie, a young German Shepherd mix.
Pet Pals: Goofy and loveable Catahoula mix looking for forever home
This Week’s Pet Pal is Meera, a 45-pound hound/Catahoula mix.