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Program available to help low-income groups pay energy bills
The Low Income Energy Assistance Program, or LIEAP, opens its applications Wednesday, Dec. 1.
New NC law impacts local ice cream shop in Wilmington
More than two dozen laws are going into effect in North Carolina on December 1, 2021, and one is impacting a local ice cream shop. The change took them by surprise, and it involves new alcohol regulations.
Students in CFCC's EMS program got a close look at a medical transportation helicopter
Students at Cape Fear Community College Emergency Medical Services program got a chance to see a helicopter used for medical transport up close today.
Jury awards man $6M after finding police fabricated evidence
A federal jury on Wednesday awarded a North Carolina man $6 million after finding a detective made up evidence and performed an inadequate investigation that led to convictions that sent him to prison for more than 20 years.
Report shows Wilmington area has strong income and real estate growth
The Wilmington Chamber of Commerce has released their latest Economic Scorecard for the region.
Four North Carolina teens in custody for stealing car, hitting patrol cars
Four juveniles were taken into custody Wednesday after they hit two police vehicles with a stolen car and leading officers on a chase, authorities said.
Baldwin to ABC about shooting: ‘I didn’t pull the trigger’
Alec Baldwin told ABC’s George Stephanopoulos in an interview airing Thursday that he did not pull the trigger on a prop gun he was holding on a New Mexico film set when it went off, killing a cinematographer.
Man convicted of murder and rape being consider for parole
A North Carolina panel is considering whether to grant parole to a man convicted of rape nearly 40 years ago.
Sheriff: Boy's parents called to Oxford High before violence
A sheriff says the parents of a 15-year-old boy charged in a shooting that killed four fellow students at Oxford High School in Michigan had been summoned to the school before the violence.
Long-time UNCW professor dies from brain cancer; scholarship established in her memory
A UNCW professor has died after a year-long battle with brain cancer.
Jacqueline Avant, wife of music legend, killed in shooting
Jacqueline Avant, a Los Angeles philanthropist and the wife of music legend Clarence Avant, was fatally shot in Beverly Hills, California, early Wednesday, according to authorities and a Netflix spokeswoman.
NC inmate safety, juvenile justice changes begin Wednesday
Some North Carolina laws that took effect on Wednesday are designed to protect expectant mothers behind bars, keep more elementary school-age children accused of misdeeds out of court and force police officers to speak up about excessive force.
US reports 1st case of omicron variant in returning traveler
A person in California who had been vaccinated against COVID-19 became the first in the U.S. to have an identified case of the omicron variant, the White House announced Wednesday as scientists continue to study the risks posed by the new virus strain.
Powerball jackpot climbs to $264 million in Wednesday night drawing
The Powerball jackpot has climbed $12 million in last two days, adding up to a $264 million jackpot for Wednesday night’s drawing.
New Hanover County's most expensive home sells in Wrightsville Beach
The most expensive home in New Hanover County has sold in Wrightsville Beach. Because of the hot housing market, Just For Buyers Realty says this is has happened already three times already this year.
2022 Azalea Festival Chefs' Showcase tickets on sale now
The 2022 North Carolina Azalea Festival has a signature event before spring arrives. The 2022 Chef's Showcase will bring together five chefs from around the state to the Hotel Ballast in January.
4 killed, including officer and suspect, in Georgia shooting
Four people are dead, including a police officer, after officers responded to a domestic disturbance call Tuesday in Clayton County, just south of Atlanta, state investigators said.
North Carolina court stops order to spend $1.7B on education
A North Carolina appeals court on Tuesday blocked enforcement of parts of a trial judge’s recent order that demanded $1.75 billion in state taxpayer funds be spent — without express legislative approval — to address public education inequities.
'Carolina Squat' truck modification now banned in North Carolina
The "Carolina Squat" adaptations for trucks are now illegal in North Carolina.
Wilmington man reels in state record fish
The North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries has certified a new state record red hind and it was caught by a Wilmington man.
"Their lives were taken from them.": Locals remember and reflect on World Aids Day
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) -- December 1st marks World AIDS Day. In Wilmington, many came together to remember the AIDS epidemic and to honor those lost to the disease. Men and women gathered at St. Jude's church Wednesday, remembering the aids…
Moores Creek National Battlefield to Hold Christmas in the Colonies Event - FREE to the Public
CURRIE, NC (News Release) -- On Saturday December 4, from 10 am - 3 pm, Moores Creek National Battlefield will be holding a “Christmas in the Colonies” event. Park staff, volunteers, and other living…
New NC law impacts local ice cream shop in Wilmington
More than two dozen laws are going into effect in North Carolina on December 1, 2021, and one is impacting a local ice cream shop. The change took them by surprise, and it involves new alcohol regulations.
Students in CFCC's EMS program got a close look at a medical transportation helicopter
Students at Cape Fear Community College Emergency Medical Services program got a chance to see a helicopter used for medical transport up close today.
Report shows Wilmington area has strong income and real estate growth
The Wilmington Chamber of Commerce has released their latest Economic Scorecard for the region.
Man convicted of murder and rape being consider for parole
A North Carolina panel is considering whether to grant parole to a man convicted of rape nearly 40 years ago.
Long-time UNCW professor dies from brain cancer; scholarship established in her memory
A UNCW professor has died after a year-long battle with brain cancer.
New Hanover County's most expensive home sells in Wrightsville Beach
The most expensive home in New Hanover County has sold in Wrightsville Beach. Because of the hot housing market, Just For Buyers Realty says this is has happened already three times already this year.
2022 Azalea Festival Chefs' Showcase tickets on sale now
The 2022 North Carolina Azalea Festival has a signature event before spring arrives. The 2022 Chef's Showcase will bring together five chefs from around the state to the Hotel Ballast in January.
'Carolina Squat' truck modification now banned in North Carolina
The "Carolina Squat" adaptations for trucks are now illegal in North Carolina.
Wilmington man reels in state record fish
The North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries has certified a new state record red hind and it was caught by a Wilmington man.
Sheriff's office to hold public forum to address youth violence in Columbus County
A public forum will be held this month to discuss youth violence within the Columbus County community.
Belville planning board recommends approval for 400+ apartments
A new apartment complex is one step closer to coming to fruition after the Belville Planning Board approved a special use permit on Tuesday night.
Wilmington Police investigating shooting on Market Street, 1 person injured
The Wilmington Police Department is investigating a shooting that sent one person to the hospital Tuesday evening.
Carolina Beach Mayor LeAnn Pierce discusses frustration with decision to begin year-round parking
With a 3-2 vote by Carolina Beach Town Council, you have to pay to park at Carolina Beach year round, starting in the fall of 2022. The off season rate will be $2 per hour and $10 per day.
Carolina Beach votes in favor of year-round paid parking
2022 will cost you more to visit Carolina Beach during the off season. The town voted Tuesday in favor of having year-round paid parking, beginning next fall.
Area nonprofits grateful for generosity on 'Giving Tuesday'
After Black Friday and Cyber Monday, "Giving Tuesday" is a day set aside each year to remember the needy and organizations who help.
Cohen to step down as NCDHHS secretary, Gov. Cooper selects Wilmington native to lead department
Governor Roy Cooper announced Tuesday that North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. will be stepping down from the agency.
Gov. Cooper, Cohen urge vaccinations, booster shots as omicron variant looms
In a news conference, Gov. Roy Cooper and DHHS Secretary Dr. Mandy Cohen urged North Carolinians to get vaccinated as soon as possible.
Active 2021 Atlantic hurricane season officially ends
The active 2021 Atlantic hurricane season officially concludes Tuesday having produced 21 named storms, including seven hurricanes of which four were major hurricanes.
Program available to help low-income groups pay energy bills
The Low Income Energy Assistance Program, or LIEAP, opens its applications Wednesday, Dec. 1.
NC inmate safety, juvenile justice changes begin Wednesday
Some North Carolina laws that took effect on Wednesday are designed to protect expectant mothers behind bars, keep more elementary school-age children accused of misdeeds out of court and force police officers to speak up about excessive force.
North Carolina court stops order to spend $1.7B on education
A North Carolina appeals court on Tuesday blocked enforcement of parts of a trial judge’s recent order that demanded $1.75 billion in state taxpayer funds be spent — without express legislative approval — to address public education inequities.
'Carolina Squat' truck modification now banned in North Carolina
The "Carolina Squat" adaptations for trucks are now illegal in North Carolina.
Wilmington man reels in state record fish
The North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries has certified a new state record red hind and it was caught by a Wilmington man.
Fugitive sex offender found in NC sentenced for not registering
A New Jersey man who was a fugitive for nearly two years and who was captured in North Carolina has been sentenced to more than three years in prison for failure to register as a sex offender, according to a federal prosecutor.
North Carolina man charged after girlfriend's body found
A North Carolina man whose girlfriend was missing for a week has been charged in her death, police said.
Wildfire continues to burn at a North Carolina state park
A wildfire at North Carolina’s Pilot Mountain State Park had grown to more than 1,000 acres by Tuesday afternoon, twice its size of a day earlier, authorities said.
Water bill assistance program accepting applications starting Wednesday
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today announced the State of North Carolina has been awarded more than $38 million in federal funding to establish a new water assistance program for households affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
NC man wins two lottery prizes after accidentally playing same numbers twice
The accidental purchase of two identical Lucky for Life tickets in Saturday’s drawing produced not one but two $25,000 a year for life prizes for Scotty Thomas of Fayetteville.
NC General Assembly wraps up most of its 2021 work
The North Carolina General Assembly wrapped up late Monday nearly all of its work for the calendar year, although vetoes, redistricting rulings or other items could bring lawmakers back to Raleigh for more activity within weeks.
'There are no winners in this': Family reacts to guilty plea in Brunswick Co. cold case
After more than 25 years, a family receives closure after the man who killed their missing loved one pleads guilty in a Brunswick County courtroom.
The Avett Brothers’ father says fire that destroyed his home was started by golf cart
A fire destroyed the home of Jim Avett, father to The Avett Brothers, was started by a golf cart, he said.
Panthers RB McCaffrey out for the season with ankle injury
Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey will miss the remainder of the season with an ankle injury.
NC state controller wants education spending order halted
The chief bookkeeper for North Carolina state government’s finances has asked an appeals court to block a trial judge’s recent decision that ordered her and other officials to allocate $1.75 billion to address education inequities.
North Carolina police officer kills man wielding machete
A North Carolina police officer shot and killed a man who lunged at him with a machete and yelled at officers to kill him, authorities said.
NC family abroad stuck in limbo as travel restrictions implemented
A Raleigh family's vacation to Africa has been extended for reasons out of their control - new travel restrictions due to the omicron variant.
Statewide database on police use of force won’t be public
Incidents in which police officers kill or injure someone in North Carolina are going to be recorded statewide for the first time in a database. But the information will not be made available to the public.
Fire at Pilot Mountain State Park burns hundreds of acres
Fire crews in North Carolina are working to control a fire in Pilot Mountain State Park that has already burned hundreds of acres.
Nearly 180 acres burned in Pilot Mountain forest fire; State park closed at this time
Fire officials and park rangers rushed to the scene of a raging forest fire on Pilot Mountain Saturday evening. All access to the state park 20 miles northwest of Winston-Salem has been closed until further notice.
Biden says HIV/AIDS strategy needs to confront inequity
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Wednesday unveiled his new HIV/AIDS strategy to end the more than 40-year-old epidemic, calling for a renewed focus on vulnerable Americans —…
US reports 1st case of omicron variant in returning traveler
A person in California who had been vaccinated against COVID-19 became the first in the U.S. to have an identified case of the omicron variant, the White House announced Wednesday as scientists continue to study the risks posed by the new virus strain.
Powerball jackpot climbs to $264 million in Wednesday night drawing
The Powerball jackpot has climbed $12 million in last two days, adding up to a $264 million jackpot for Wednesday night’s drawing.
4 killed, including officer and suspect, in Georgia shooting
Four people are dead, including a police officer, after officers responded to a domestic disturbance call Tuesday in Clayton County, just south of Atlanta, state investigators said.
Fugitive sex offender found in NC sentenced for not registering
A New Jersey man who was a fugitive for nearly two years and who was captured in North Carolina has been sentenced to more than three years in prison for failure to register as a sex offender, according to a federal prosecutor.
CNN suspends Chris Cuomo for helping brother in scandal
NEW YORK (AP) — CNN indefinitely suspended anchor Chris Cuomo on Tuesday after details emerged about how he helped his brother, former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, to face charges of sexual harassment earlier…
Authorities: Student kills 3, wounds 6 at Michigan school
Authorities say a 15-year-old sophomore opened fire at his Michigan high school, killing three other students and wounding six other people, including a teacher.
Detective: Brothers recounted how Jussie Smollet staged hoax
Two brothers arrested for an alleged attack on Jussie Smollett told Chicago police how the ex-“Empire” actor orchestrated the hoax, telling them via text message to meet him “on the low,” paying for supplies and holding a “dry run” in downtown Chicago, the lead investigator testified Tuesday.
Active 2021 Atlantic hurricane season officially ends
The active 2021 Atlantic hurricane season officially concludes Tuesday having produced 21 named storms, including seven hurricanes of which four were major hurricanes.
Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey stepping down as CEO
Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, who was the social platform’s first CEO in 2007 until he was forced out the following year, then returned to the role in 2015, is once again out of the job — this time, he says, by choice.
FedEx driver questioned about hundreds of packages in woods
The recent discovery of hundreds of packages in a wooded area north of Alabama’s most populous city have led authorities to question a FedEx driver, a sheriff said Monday.
Lee Elder, 1st Black golfer to play Masters, dies at age 87
Lee Elder, who broke down racial barriers as the first Black golfer to play in the Masters and paved the way for Tiger Woods and others to follow, has died at the age of 87.
Towering musical theater master Stephen Sondheim dies at 91
Stephen Sondheim, the songwriter who reshaped the American musical theater in the second half of the 20th century with his intelligent, intricately rhymed lyrics, his use of evocative melodies and his willingness to tackle unusual subjects, has died.
Stocks sink on new COVID variant; Dow loses 905 points
It was the worst day for Wall Street's benchmark index since February.
Biden sets out oil, gas leasing reform, stops short of ban
The long-awaited report by the Interior Department stops short of recommending an end to oil and gas leasing on public lands, as many environmental groups have urged.
High court to consider if GOP leaders can join North Carolina voter ID suit
The U.S. Supreme Court said Wednesday it will consider whether North Carolina Republican legislative leaders can intervene in a federal court battle over a 2018 state voter ID mandate.
Child is 6th death in Waukesha parade crash; suspect charged
An 8-year-old boy became the sixth person to die Tuesday as a result of a man driving his SUV into a suburban Milwaukee Christmas parade, with a criminal complaint alleging that the suspect in the case steered side-to-side with the intent of striking marchers and spectators.
Officials: Unsafe levels of chemical found in NC town's water
Tests conducted on a North Carolina town’s water supply found more than double the amount of a potentially cancer-causing chemical that’s considered safe, officials said.
Ahmaud Arbery case goes to jury after 13-day trial
The case of three white men charged with murder in the killing of Ahmaud Arbery went to the jury Tuesday after a nearly two-week trial in which prosecutors argued that the defendants provoked the fatal confrontation and defense attorneys insisted their clients acted in self-defense.
Fighting gas prices, US to release 50 million barrels of oil
President Joe Biden on Tuesday ordered 50 million barrels of oil released from America’s strategic reserve to help bring down energy costs, in coordination with other major energy consuming nations, including China, India and the United Kingdom.
Towering musical theater master Stephen Sondheim dies at 91
Stephen Sondheim, the songwriter who reshaped the American musical theater in the second half of the 20th century with his intelligent, intricately rhymed lyrics, his use of evocative melodies and his willingness to tackle unusual subjects, has died.
FDA: Merck COVID pill effective, experts will review safety
Given the safety concerns, FDA said Merck agreed the drug would not be used in children.
Stocks sink on new COVID variant; Dow loses 905 points
It was the worst day for Wall Street's benchmark index since February.
Biden sets out oil, gas leasing reform, stops short of ban
The long-awaited report by the Interior Department stops short of recommending an end to oil and gas leasing on public lands, as many environmental groups have urged.
New COVID-19 variant in South Africa raises concerns
US will ban travel from South Africa and 7 other African nations by non-US citizens beginning Monday due to COVID-19 variant.
Migrant boat capsizes in English Channel; at least 31 dead
At least 31 migrants bound for Britain died Wednesday when their boat sank in the English Channel, in what France’s interior minister called the biggest tragedy involving migrants on the dangerous crossing to date.
US to require vaccines for all border crossers in January
President Joe Biden will require essential, nonresident travelers crossing U.S. land borders, such as truck drivers, government and emergency response officials, to be fully vaccinated beginning on Jan. 22, the administration planned to announce Tuesday.
Fighting gas prices, US to release 50 million barrels of oil
President Joe Biden on Tuesday ordered 50 million barrels of oil released from America’s strategic reserve to help bring down energy costs, in coordination with other major energy consuming nations, including China, India and the United Kingdom.
Russia rejects accusations of endangering ISS astronauts
Russian officials on Tuesday rejected accusations that they endangered astronauts aboard the International Space Station by conducting a weapons test that created more than 1,500 pieces of space junk but a White House official said the move by Russia would threaten activities in space “for years to come.”
Bannon indicted on contempt charges for defying 1/6 subpoena
Steve Bannon, a longtime ally of former President Donald Trump, has been indicted on two counts of criminal contempt of Congress after he defied a subpoena from the House committee investigating the violent Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
Musk offers $6B if UN shows how it will solve world hunger
Elon Musk, the richest person in the world, says he will sell $6 billion worth of Tesla stock and donate the proceeds to the United Nations’ food agency if it could show how the money would solve world hunger.
White House press secretary Psaki says she has COVID-19
White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Sunday she has contracted COVID-19 and is experiencing mild symptoms.
Biden: Pope told him he should ‘keep receiving communion’
Face to face at the Vatican, President Joe Biden held extended and highly personal talks with Pope Francis on Friday and came away saying the pontiff told him he was a “good Catholic” and should keep taking Communion.
SC congresswoman seeks answers from Fauci over alleged puppy experiments
"We write with grave concerns about reports of costly, cruel, and unnecessary tax-payer funded experiments on dogs commissioned by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases," the letter said.
Microsoft: Russian-backed hackers targeting cloud services
Microsoft said Monday the same Russia-backed hackers responsible for the 2020 SolarWinds breach continue to attack the global technology supply chain and have been relentlessly targeting cloud service companies and others since summer.
Florida's top doctor refuses mask, is told to leave meeting
Florida's top health official was asked to leave a meeting after refusing to wear a mask at the office of a state senator who told him she had a serious medical condition, officials have confirmed.
Biden, Manchin and Schumer huddle, but still no budget deal
Deadline driven, President Joe Biden brought two pivotal senators — Joe Manchin and Chuck Schumer — to his Delaware home Sunday for talks aimed at resolving the disputes that have stymied the Democrats' wide-ranging social safety net and environmental measure.
Let computers do it: Film set tragedy spurs call to ban guns
With computer-generated imagery, it seems the sky’s the limit in the magic Hollywood can produce: elaborate dystopian universes. Trips to outer space, for those neither astronauts nor billionaires. Immersive journeys to the future, or back to bygone eras.
Queen Elizabeth II back at castle following hospital visit
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II was back at Windsor Castle on Friday and in good spirits after revelations that she spent the night in a London hospital earlier this week.
Free community college expected to be cut from spending bill
President Joe Biden's long-sought goal of free community college appears to be a victim of cost-cutting in his social spending plan, dealing a major blow to his vision for a historic expansion of educational opportunity to all Americans.
Pregnant women at risk of varicose veins
If you are currently pregnant or are thinking about having a baby, vein health should be on your mind. This is especially the case if there is a family history of varicose veins. Dr. Kamran of Scarless Vein Care weighs in.
'Teacher of the Week' retiring after 24 years of teaching science
Our last 'Teacher of the Week' for the 2020-2021 school year features one of the zaniest and most positive educators you'll likely ever meet.
'Teacher of the Week' introducing students to high-paying, in-demand food industry service careers
Students at Heide Trask High School are now home for summer vacation but recently we visited the campus to surprise one of the teachers as our 'Teacher of the Week.'
'Teacher of the Week' left private-sector job to pursue career teaching second graders
For many children across the Cape Fear, the school year comes to an end in just a few days and summer vacation is about to begin.
'Teacher of the Week' helping exceptional children learn at their own pace
Students tend to learn at their own pace but one veteran Pender County teacher has a unique way of reaching students at her school.
'Teacher of the Week' shares her love of math with middle schoolers
Few things in life are more satisfying than discovering one's true purpose. Sometimes, life takes us down one path until we realize its time to head another direction.
'Teacher of the Week' recognized for going above to meet students' needs
During the pandemic, teachers have provided a sense a stability and connectedness for many students, and we found one that really stands out.
'Teacher of the Week' helps blind and visually-impaired students in New Hanover County
Teachers have a unique way of helping students experience the world around them in a whole new way.
'Teacher of the Week' inspires first graders to learn Spanish and appreciate other cultures
Research shows exposure to a foreign language at an early age can boost a child's analytical abilities because their brains are like sponges wired to absorb and learn new things.
'Teacher of the Week' recognized for her kindness and positivity with first graders
With the end of the school year quickly approaching, teachers at Holly Tree Elementary School are covering as much ground as possible to make up for face-to-face instructional time missed earlier in the year due to COVID-19.
'Teacher of the Week' brings poetry and other lessons to life for third graders
Third graders in Madeira Billingsley's class at Mary C. Williams Elementary School are learning about poems.
'Teacher of the Week' hitting a high wave by engaging students in math
When Brandon Puhalski is not surfing or fishing outside, he stays busy with his other passion -- teaching elementary students about math.
'Teacher of the Week' keeping students singing together safely during pandemic
From Broadway to the Cape Fear, the pandemic dimmed the lights of performing arts venues during the last year including local school productions.
'Teacher of the Week' showers students and staff with random acts of kindness
Many students and teachers are feeling the weight of the pandemic as it stretches into a second school year.
'Teacher of the Week' infuses punk rock flair to engage third-graders
When third-grader students at Bolivia Elementary School arrived in class recently they got quite a surprise.
'Teacher of the Week' helping English language learners succeed
Elementary students enrolled in New Hanover County Schools return to full-time, in-person learning on Monday.
'Teacher of the Week' makes kindergarten fun despite new COVID-19 rules
The pandemic disrupted schools nearly a year ago and its been a challenging time for students especially younger kids who have had to do remote learning or socially distance themselves while at school with classmates.
Waccamaw School teacher wins 'Teacher of the Week'
Some of morals and basic life lessons we remember as adults were instilled by our our elementary school teachers.
Skateboarding science teacher recognized as 'Teacher of the Week'
The ability to flow confidently on a skateboard is no easy task. Like any other skill, it requires lots of patience and dedication.
'Teacher of the Week' virtually teaches third-graders from home
Some students across the Cape Fear have returned back to class for in-person instruction but a number are still learning remotely due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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