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Vehicle crashes into Carolina Beach coffee shop
Around 12:21 p.m. Friday, a passenger minivan crashed into a coffee shop in Carolina Beach, but no injuries were reported.
US stocks rise toward the finish of a record-breaking week
U.S. stocks are rising toward the finish of their record-setting week on Friday, even as other financial markets remain indecisive.
Severe turbulence injures at least 8 aboard Avianca flight, forcing emergency landing in Miami
At least eight people were injured when an Avianca flight encountered severe turbulence and had to make an emergency landing in Miami early Friday.
Hurricane Isaias forces event cancellations and postponements across Cape Fear region
Several events across the Cape Fear region have been canceled or postponed this weekend as Hurricane Isaias threatens to bring heavy rain and strong winds to southeastern North Carolina.
North Carolina drivers could see lower gas prices as fuel tax suspension begins
North Carolina drivers could soon see lower prices at the pump after the Relief at the Pump Act became law Friday, temporarily suspending the state's 41-cent-per-gallon fuel tax.
Mike Ditka, legendary Bears coach who led Chicago to its only Super Bowl title, dies at 86
Mike Ditka, a football legend who went from a star tight end for the Chicago Bears to its most famous coach to this day, has died at the age of 86.
Isaias strengthens into a dangerous Category 3 hurricane on track toward the US Gulf Coast
Residents along the U.S. Gulf Coast boarded up windows and picked up last-minute supplies on Friday as Isaias strengthened into a major hurricane and carved a path toward the Alabama-Florida line.
Whiteville man faces drug charges after months-long narcotics investigation
A Whiteville man is facing multiple drug charges after a months-long narcotics investigation led to a search warrant at a home on West Lewis Street.
CFCC student veterans planning free Trunk-or-Treat event
Cape Fear Community College’s Student Veterans Organization is planning a free Trunk-or-Treat event later this month at the college’s downtown Wilmington campus.
DOJ awards more than $4.5 million in public safety grants across Eastern North Carolina
The U.S. Department of Justice has distributed more than $4.5 million in grant funding to law enforcement agencies and community organizations across Eastern North Carolina to support crime prevention and public safety efforts.
UNCW students, volunteers to hold Halloween roadside cleanup on Oct. 31
Plastic Ocean Project and UNCW POP will host a Halloween-themed roadside cleanup on Oct. 31 along Highway 421 in New Hanover County.
Pentagon says the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan will be livestreamed
The firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan will be livestreamed, the Pentagon said Thursday, a stunning revelation about plans for the first military execution in more than 65 years after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had described it as being “public.”
Free Medicare enrollment assistance available in New Hanover County
New Hanover County residents can receive free assistance reviewing Medicare coverage options during the program’s Open Enrollment Period, which runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7.
What's happening across the Cape Fear this weekend
From fall festivals and Halloween markets to pet adoption events and cultural celebrations, several family-friendly activities are scheduled across the Cape Fear region this weekend.
New documentary highlights Fair Bluff's recovery from Hurricanes Matthew and Florence
Produced by Southeastern Community College, the documentary runs more than an hour and explores the destruction caused by the storms, their lasting impact on the community and the town's efforts to move forward.
Logan Stankoven's first career hat trick helps Hurricanes beat Canucks 7-2
Logan Stankoven had a natural hat trick for his first career three-goal game, and the Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes won at home in their third try this season, 7-2 over the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday night.
New US indictment charges Maduro with overseeing machine of repression, torture of Americans
U.S. prosecutors unveiled sweeping new criminal charges against former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Thursday, accusing him and his wife of heading a state-sponsored system of repression responsible for beating, asphyxiating, and delivering electric shocks to scores of victims, including several Americans.
NC commercial fishing license board meeting rescheduled to Oct. 29
The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries Standard Commercial Fishing License Eligibility Board has rescheduled its meeting to Oct. 29.
Holly Ridge buys former J&J Snack Foods property for $4.5 million
The Town of Holly Ridge has purchased the former J&J Snack Foods property for $4.5 million, with plans to explore turning the site into a community hub for public services, recreation and future downtown development.
Columbus County man sentenced to prison in death by distribution case
A Columbus County man was sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to death by distribution of a controlled substance in connection with a fatal overdose in Brunswick County.
Wilmington Police Department offers free women's self-defense classes
The Wilmington Police Department is offering women an opportunity to learn self-defense techniques through a free training program.
Vehicle crashes into Carolina Beach coffee shop
Around 12:21 p.m. Friday, a passenger minivan crashed into a coffee shop in Carolina Beach, but no injuries were reported.
Hurricane Isaias forces event cancellations and postponements across Cape Fear region
Several events across the Cape Fear region have been canceled or postponed this weekend as Hurricane Isaias threatens to bring heavy rain and strong winds to southeastern North Carolina.
North Carolina drivers could see lower gas prices as fuel tax suspension begins
North Carolina drivers could soon see lower prices at the pump after the Relief at the Pump Act became law Friday, temporarily suspending the state's 41-cent-per-gallon fuel tax.
Whiteville man faces drug charges after months-long narcotics investigation
A Whiteville man is facing multiple drug charges after a months-long narcotics investigation led to a search warrant at a home on West Lewis Street.
CFCC student veterans planning free Trunk-or-Treat event
Cape Fear Community College’s Student Veterans Organization is planning a free Trunk-or-Treat event later this month at the college’s downtown Wilmington campus.
UNCW students, volunteers to hold Halloween roadside cleanup on Oct. 31
Plastic Ocean Project and UNCW POP will host a Halloween-themed roadside cleanup on Oct. 31 along Highway 421 in New Hanover County.
Free Medicare enrollment assistance available in New Hanover County
New Hanover County residents can receive free assistance reviewing Medicare coverage options during the program’s Open Enrollment Period, which runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7.
What's happening across the Cape Fear this weekend
From fall festivals and Halloween markets to pet adoption events and cultural celebrations, several family-friendly activities are scheduled across the Cape Fear region this weekend.
New documentary highlights Fair Bluff's recovery from Hurricanes Matthew and Florence
Produced by Southeastern Community College, the documentary runs more than an hour and explores the destruction caused by the storms, their lasting impact on the community and the town's efforts to move forward.
NC commercial fishing license board meeting rescheduled to Oct. 29
The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries Standard Commercial Fishing License Eligibility Board has rescheduled its meeting to Oct. 29.
UNCW Kenan Auditorium to host National Geographic Live presentation on Nov. 6
UNCW Kenan Auditorium will host National Geographic Live: Earth After Dark on Friday, Nov. 6, featuring National Geographic Explorer Babak Tafreshi.
UNCW resources aim to support students reporting sexual assault
Questions about how sexual assault reports are handled on college campuses have drawn renewed attention following the recent case at Cornell University. At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, students who report sexual assault have several options for seeking support and pursuing an investigation.
'It's a miracle;' Couple survives small plane crash in Columbus County
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating after a small plane crashed into a wooded area in Columbus County late Wednesday night.
North Carolina reports first flu-related death of 2026-27 season
North Carolina has reported its first flu-related death of the 2026-27 respiratory virus season, according to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.
Pender County Schools superintendent named 2027 NC Superintendent of the Year
Pender County Schools Superintendent Dr. Brad Breedlove has been named the 2027 A. Craig Phillips North Carolina Superintendent of the Year.
CFCC, UNCW to host free symposium on rehabilitation and second chances
Cape Fear Community College and the University of North Carolina Wilmington are partnering to host a free community symposium focused on rehabilitation, reentry and second chances for people who have been incarcerated.
Columbus County Sheriff's Office arrest two people after reported break-in
Two people face felony charges after Columbus County sheriff’s deputies investigated a reported breaking and entering in Whiteville on Oct. 6.
Gov. Stein, emergency officials urge North Carolinians to prepare for Hurricane Isaias impacts
Gov. Josh Stein and North Carolina emergency management officials are urging residents to prepare for possible flooding and gusty winds this weekend as Hurricane Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast.
'It's a miracle;' Couple survives small plane crash in Columbus County
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating after a small plane crashed into a wooded area in Columbus County late Wednesday night.
North Carolina reports first flu-related death of 2026-27 season
North Carolina has reported its first flu-related death of the 2026-27 respiratory virus season, according to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.
Durham firefighter killed, two others injured in building collapse during fire
One Durham firefighter was killed and two others were injured Thursday morning when part of a burning building collapsed while crews were battling a fire, according to the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation.
3 survive small plane crash south of Whiteville
Three people survived a small plane crash south of Whiteville Wednesday night.
North Carolina receives more than $17 million for rural mental health services
The Trump administration announced more than $17 million in Rural Health Transformation Program funding Wednesday to expand mental health and substance use disorder services in rural North Carolina.
Wilmington archaeology group continues search for new lab, dig site
A Wilmington archaeology organization is searching for a new home and a new place to dig as it begins the next chapter of its mission to uncover the city’s buried history.
Temporary gas tax suspension could mean savings for NC drivers
North Carolina lawmakers are moving forward with a plan to temporarily suspend the state’s 41-cent-per-gallon gas tax through the end of November.
Clinton woman charged with murder, arson after fatal house fire
A Clinton woman has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with a September house fire that later became a fatal fire investigation.
State to seek death penalty against man accused in Southport shooting
Prosecutors will seek the death penalty against Nigel Edge, who is accused of killing three people and injuring others in a September shooting at the American Fish Company in Southport.
Murder trial of Miguel Salguero-Olivares accused of killing UNC student Faith Hedgepeth
Fourteen years after UNC student Faith Hedgepeth was found murdered in her apartment in Chapel Hill and 5 years after he was charged with the crime, Miguel Salguero-Olivares is on trial.
North Carolina House approves temporary suspension of state gas tax
The North Carolina House has approved legislation that would temporarily suspend the state's 41-cent-per-gallon tax on gasoline and diesel through Nov. 30.
NC lawmakers propose $31 million for film incentives in New Hanover County
North Carolina legislative leaders announced Tuesday their support for an additional $31 million in funding for film projects in New Hanover County, a move local film industry workers say could provide much-needed relief after months of uncertainty.
Could Bryce Young really be an MVP contender? Through 4 games, the numbers say yes
After Bryce Young rifled a 9-yard pass to Darren Waller on fourth-and-4 in the fourth quarter Sunday night during what became Carolina’s sixth straight scoring drive, the chants cascaded down from the upper deck at Bank of America Stadium.
Atrium Health program aims to lower 2027 costs for NC State Health Plan members
Atrium Health says it will launch a new program in January aimed at lowering out-of-pocket costs for North Carolina State Health Plan members who receive care through its hospitals and providers.
Wilmington’s Crystals + Mystics Festival is coming to Wilmington Sunday
Wilmington’s Crystals + Mystics Festival is coming to Wilmington Sunday.
Republican Sen. Tillis calls his vote for Hegseth the 'biggest regret of my career' in a new book
Republican Sen. Thom Tillis says in a new book that his deciding vote to confirm Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in January 2025 is the “biggest regret of my career” and that he also “should’ve stopped” Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from becoming Health and Human Services secretary in the early days of President Donald Trump’s second term.
NC ports authority pauses Wilmington Harbor deepening project amid PFAS concerns
The North Carolina State Ports Authority is pausing its proposed Wilmington Harbor deepening project amid concerns about potential environmental impacts, including the disturbance of PFAS, commonly known as “forever chemicals,” in the Cape Fear River.
North Carolina lawmakers called into special session for gas, diesel tax relief
North Carolina lawmakers are being called back to Raleigh for a special legislative session Wednesday to consider tax relief aimed at lowering gasoline and diesel costs.
Charlotte ZIP code ranks as North Carolina’s strongest buyer’s housing market
A new ConsumerAffairs analysis ranks a Charlotte ZIP code as the strongest buyer’s housing market in North Carolina.
Mike Ditka, legendary Bears coach who led Chicago to its only Super Bowl title, dies at 86
Mike Ditka, a football legend who went from a star tight end for the Chicago Bears to its most famous coach to this day, has died at the age of 86.
Pentagon says the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan will be livestreamed
The firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan will be livestreamed, the Pentagon said Thursday, a stunning revelation about plans for the first military execution in more than 65 years after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had described it as being “public.”
Isaias strengthens into Category 2 hurricane while churning toward the US Gulf Coast
Hurricane Isaias strengthened Thursday as it barreled toward the U.S. Gulf Coast, prompting orders for tourists to trade beaches for safer spots inland, sending locals scurrying for gas and groceries, and leading fishing crews to secure their boats before the destructive storm's arrival.
Mia Goth files for divorce from Shia LaBeouf nearly 10 years after the actors married
Mia Goth files for divorce from Shia LaBeouf nearly 10 years after the actors married.
The long-deployed USS Lincoln is returning home to San Diego
The USS Abraham Lincoln is returning home to San Diego Thursday after supporting the Iran war during a record long deployment of 265 uninterrupted days at sea that included reports of deteriorating conditions among its crew.
Christa Pike suffering from pneumonia, unable to move arms after botched execution, lawyers say
Christa Pike's attorneys said she has pneumonia, a blood clot, couldn't swallow, and is unable to move her arms or hands once she regained consciousness in a Tennessee hospital, days after the death row inmate survived a botched execution by the state.
Why you just got a $90 Social Security check — and why 40 million seniors didn't
Why you just got a $90 Social Security check — and why 40 million seniors didn't.
Tropical Storm Isaias forecast to make landfall as hurricane Friday
Tropical Storm Isaias forecast to make landfall as hurricane Friday
CNN now has a new owner. What will the future of the network be under Skydance?
CNN now has a new owner. What will the future of the network be under Skydance?
Eva Marie Saint, star of ‘North by Northwest’ and ‘On the Waterfront,’ dies at 102
Eva Marie Saint, star of ‘North by Northwest’ and ‘On the Waterfront,’ dies at 102
McDonald’s sued over AI tool that recommends prices to US franchisees
McDonald’s sued over AI tool that recommends prices to US franchisees
Argentina bids Messi farewell in final national team match, ending an era
Argentina is confronting a once-unimaginable reality: a national team without soccer great Lionel Messi.
A lawsuit accuses Starbucks of mislabeling 8 ‘sugar-free’ protein drinks
A lawsuit accuses Starbucks of mislabeling 8 ‘sugar-free’ protein drinks.
Jim Bakker, who lost his ‘PTL Club’ televangelism empire in sex and money scandals, dies at 86
Jim Bakker, who lost his ‘PTL Club’ televangelism empire in sex and money scandals, dies at 86.
Daylight saving time 2026 ending: When to 'fall back'
Daylight saving time 2026 ending: When to 'fall back'
Coca-Cola reveals new flavors for Coke, Powerade and other brands
Coca-Cola reveals new flavors for Coke, Powerade and other brands.
Tennessee Republicans consider more execution options after Christa Pike lethal injection fails
Some of Tennessee’s top Republicans said Monday they want to explore alternative ways of executing condemned prisoners after the failed execution of Christa Pike, which relied on a large dose of pentobarbital.
Cape Fear Enterprise Development Week brings six events to region Oct. 5-10
Small business owners, entrepreneurs and community leaders will have several opportunities to network and learn about business resources during Cape Fear Enterprise Development Week.
Former ‘American Idol’ singer Caleb Flynn is sentenced to life in prison for wife’s murder
A former music pastor in Ohio who appeared briefly on “American Idol” was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole Monday after a jury convicted him of murdering his wife while he was having an affair.
US futures edge lower under sustained pressure from bond markets
US futures edge lower under sustained pressure from bond markets.
The long-deployed USS Lincoln is returning home to San Diego
The USS Abraham Lincoln is returning home to San Diego Thursday after supporting the Iran war during a record long deployment of 265 uninterrupted days at sea that included reports of deteriorating conditions among its crew.
Nobel medicine prize goes to 3 scientists for research into brain activity
Nobel medicine prize goes to 3 scientists for research into brain activity
Air Force removes bombers from British air base targeted by a suspected terror attack
Air Force removes bombers from British air base targeted by a suspected terror attack.
FBI arrests alleged Chinese agent at LAX after she allegedly surveilled son of Taiwanese president
The FBI arrested a suspected Chinese agent at Los Angeles International Airport after she allegedly surveilled the Taiwanese president's U.S.-based son, law enforcement sources told CBS News.
U.S. military removes bombers from U.K. air base following security incident
(CBS NEWS) -- The U.S. Air Force has removed all of its bombers from a U.K. air base following a security incident that led to the arrest of five British men and one U.K.-Iranian national last month, a Pentagon spokesperson confirmed…
Russian attacks kill 6 in Ukraine and damage Kyiv’s Northern Bridge
Russian attacks in Ukraine killed at least six people and damaged Kyiv’s Northern Bridge, suspending traffic and causing tailbacks for a third day in Moscow's latest effort to disrupt life in the Ukrainian capital.
Pete Hegseth creates a Pentagon Office of Religious Affairs reporting directly to him
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is launching an office of religious affairs, the latest of his faith-related reforms at the Pentagon.
Flight to Tel Aviv broadcasts emergency alert, diverts to Saudi Arabia after reported feud between pilots
Flight to Tel Aviv broadcasts emergency alert, diverts to Saudi Arabia after reported feud between pilots
5 men arrested near UK air base used by US in Iran war on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act
U.K. police said that five men arrested in the early hours of Sunday near an air base used by the United States during its war against Iran are being held on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act that appeared to involve three trucks.
Strikes kill 8 in Ukraine, 1 in Russia after Moscow rejects German calls to de-escalate
Russia and Ukraine exchanged strikes overnight and Sunday, killing at least eight people in Ukraine and one in Russia, officials said, hours after Moscow rejected German calls to ease off its escalation toward NATO.
Palestinian death toll in Gaza war passes 74,000, and other Mideast news
The Palestinian death toll from the nearly three-year Israel-Hamas war has surpassed 74,000, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry.
Gunmen target ambulance in Pakistan after suicide bombing at checkpoint killed 12
Gunmen opened fire on an ambulance attending the scene of a suicide bomb attack at a roadside police checkpoint in northwestern Pakistan that killed at least 12 people on Saturday and wounded about 35 others, officials said.
6 dead, including 4 Americans, recovered from collapsed building near the Acropolis in Greece
Rescuers combing through the rubble of a building that collapsed in a blast in the Greek capital’s tourist district of Plaka, near the ancient Acropolis, recovered six bodies on Saturday, authorities said.
Prince William, Princess Kate celebrate Tom Cruise at 'Digger' premiere in London
Prince William, Princess Kate celebrate Tom Cruise at 'Digger' premiere in London
Fast food from the US and China catches on in both countries
(AP) -- China and the United States are divided on many issues, from tariffs and technology to Taiwan. But there is one thing tying them together: fast food. American restaurant and beverage chains are expanding rapidly in China, drawn by…
Stocks advance after Bessent says talks with China were successful before Trump-Xi meeting
Stocks advance after Bessent says talks with China were successful before Trump-Xi meeting.
Ukraine fires over 1,000 drones at Russia, including 'largest ever' attack on Moscow
Ukrainian forces fired more than 1,000 drones at Russia overnight, including hundreds that were launched toward Moscow, officials said Sunday, as the Kremlin was wrapping up the third and last day of its parliamentary elections.
Iran-backed Houthi rebels warn against joining Saudi Arabia in Yemen's growing civil war
A senior official with the Iran-backed Houthi rebels is warning countries against joining Saudi Arabia in Yemen’s revived civil war, telling The Associated Press on Sunday that his group has assured the Trump administration that it won’t attack U.S. vessels in the Red Sea.
Russia wraps up first wartime parliamentary election with Kremlin dominance all but assured
Polls closed Sunday night in Russia’s first wartime parliamentary election, virtually devoid of opposition to President Vladimir Putin’s policies and all but certain to cement the Kremlin’s dominance.
Telehealth companies keep exposing their customers' medical data. What should they do?
The appeal of telehealth is easy to explain: Instead of calling a doctor, booking an appointment and hoping to eventually get a prescription, you can log onto an app or website and get approved for a new medication within minutes.
Pet Pals: Curious and playful Labrador retriever mix looking for forever home
This week's Pet Pal is Muffin, a young Black Labrador Retriever mix.
Pet Pals: Affectionate blonde Shepherd mix looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Ranger, an 8-year-old blonde Shepherd mix.
Pet Pals: Loving and playful cat looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Ruger, a 12-week-old Tabby.
Pet Pals: Sweet hound mix looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Marina, a 4-month-old hound mix.
Pet Pals: Playful kitten looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Bitty Bufain, an 8-week-old kitten.
Pet Pals: Gentle and friendly dog looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Shorty Girl!
Pet Pals: Playful kittens looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pals are two 2-month-old kittens.
Pet Pals: Affectionate hound mix looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Frannie, a 3-year-old hound mix.
Pet Pals: Playful kittens looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pals are two seven-month-old kittens.
Pet Pals: Independent cat looking for forever home
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) –This week’s Pet Pal is Luna! She's a 2-year-old cat looking for a forever home. New Hanover Humane Society says she has a quiet... independent personality. They also say she has a laid back nature and spend…
Pet Pals: Energetic cat looking for forever home
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) –This week’s Pet Pal is Morrison! He’s a 2-year-old cat. Feline Matchmakers calls him very friendly and affectionate. They say he's full of energy and…
Pet Pals: Sweet and silly chihuahua looking for forever home
WINNABOW, NC (WWAY) –This week’s Pet Pal is Pebbles, A 12-year-old Chihuahua. Paws Place Dog Rescue calls her a sweet girl with a silly, lovable personality.…
Pet Pals: Calm and quiet cat looking for forever home
This week's Pet Pal is Ziva, a 15-year-old long haired tabby cat. Feline matchmaker calls her a quiet and relaxed cat, who still enjoys playing. They…
Pet Pals: Gentle and loving cat looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Zoe! She's a 2-year-old cat looking for a forever home.
Pet Pals: Calm kitten looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Wombat! He's a 2-month-old Siamese cat.
Pet Pals: Sweet and playful golden retriever mix looking for forever home
WINNABOW, NC (WWAY) –This week’s Pet Pal is Patrick, a 7-year-old golden retriever. Paws Place Dog Rescue says he's bursting with playful energy and ready…
Pet Pals: Playful kittens looking for forever home
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) –This week’s Pet Pals are two adorable kittens up for adoption. Feline matchmakers says these two cats are very playful and would love a home…
Pet Pals: Curious and playful terrier mix looking for forever home
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) –This week’s Pet Pal is Virgil! an adult Mastiff and Terrier mix. New Hanover Humane Society says Virgil is an active boy…
Pet Pals: Adorable kittens looking for forever home
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) –This week’s Pet Pals are Rita and Julian, two 4-month-old cats. Feline Matchmakers calls Rita an adorable tabby kitten with a gentle spirit and a…