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Cape Fear River to have access to part $10 billion for clean water
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) -- After decades of drinking water polluted with GenX and other forever chemicals, local and state leaders say a…
Event held in Wilmington highlighting those from the Cape Fear who served at Pearl Harbor
The Cape Fear's last known Pearl Harbor survivor died recently, being one of the many honored today at a ceremony at the historic Hannah Block Community Center.
List of changes to Carolina Beach's paid parking program
Changes are coming in 2022 to Carolina Beach's paid parking program.
Woman accused of embezzling more than $14K from Tabor City auto business
A Columbus County woman is accused of embezzling thousands of dollars while working at an automotive business in Tabor City.
Heide Trask High's wrestling program halted due to COVID-19 exposure
The Heide Trask High School wrestling program has paused all activities due to a COVID-19 exposure during an away match.
Noble Middle School teacher suspended with pay after being charged with assault
A New Hanover County middle school teacher has been suspended with pay after being charged with assaulting a female.
19-year-old man accused of having sex with teen in exchange for vape cartridge
A 19-year-old man has been arrested in New Hanover County for sex crimes.
Money found in wall of Joel Osteen’s Lakewood Church years after $600K burglary
Churchgoers are reacting after a large amount of money was found hidden inside a bathroom wall in American pastor and televangelist Joel Osteen's Texas church.
Major outage hits Amazon Web Services; many sites affected
Amazon Web Services suffered a major outage Tuesday, the company said, limiting service at many key and popular sites.
2 Robeson County volunteer firemen accused of drinking and driving on way to call
Two Robeson County firefighters are charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) while heading to a fire call on November 27, the day after Thanksgiving, according to North Carolina Highway Patrol.
1-year-old child from Randolph County located, sheriff's office says
A state-wide Amber Alert has been issued for a missing one-year-old girl reportedly abducted in central North Carolina.
Survivors gather to remember those lost at Pearl Harbor
A few dozen survivors of Pearl Harbor are expected to gather Tuesday at the site of the Japanese bombing 80 years ago to remember those killed in the attack that launched the U.S. into World War II.
Actor Mel Gibson dines at Southport restaurant while in town filming movie
The local film industry is going strong, attracting well-known actors like Mel Gibson to the Cape Fear.
New charges for NC funeral director accused of hiding corpses
A North Carolina funeral home director who was accused last summer of hiding two corpses on residential property is facing new charges from a state agency, according to a news release.
North Carolina court delays, then restores candidate filing
The start of North Carolina candidate filing for U.S. House and legislative seats was blocked on Monday by an appeals court panel — only to be restored hours later when most Court of Appeals judges agreed they wanted to decide whether a longer filing delay was warranted.
Suspect makes first court appearance after deadly crash, neighbors react
23-year-old Walter Wade Ange appeared in court on Monday afternoon after allegedly driving a car into an apartment early on Saturday morning.
72-year-old man pleads guilty to statutory sex offense
Melvin Ray Williamson, 72, was sentenced to 12-19 years in prison.
Familiar faces file for office in New Hanover Co. as 2022 candidate filing begins
Potential candidates began filing for office on Monday as the filing period began for 2022 elections.
Hundreds sign online petition against Carolina Beach year-round paid parking
When Carolina Beach Town Council voted 3-2 in favor of year-round paid parking last week, the reaction to the new was almost immediate, with many people being strongly against the decision.
New Hanover County Board of Education votes to make masks optional, Kraybill becomes chair
The New Hanover County Board of Education held a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday night, voting on several important things and discussing a budget that included raises for teachers and staff.
Bladen County looks to ban roadside hunting
Commissioners made a motion on Monday to request the General Assembly to pass legislation that would make it illegal for anyone to discharge a firearm across a roadway in Bladen County.
Red Cross in dire need of blood donations
The Red Cross says that all who come to give between Dec. 17 and Jan. 2 will receive an exclusive Red Cross long-sleeved T-shirt, while supplies last.
Wilmington Police investigate shooting at Holly Tree Racquet Club
No children were physically injured during this shooting.
Leland Fire Department rolls out in a new fire engine
LELAND, NC (WWAY) -- Tuesday, Leland firefighters got an early Christmas gift, but it won't fit under any tree. The Leland Fire Department rolled a brand…
Cape Fear River to have access to part $10 billion for clean water
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) -- After decades of drinking water polluted with GenX and other forever chemicals, local and state leaders say a…
Event held in Wilmington highlighting those from the Cape Fear who served at Pearl Harbor
The Cape Fear's last known Pearl Harbor survivor died recently, being one of the many honored today at a ceremony at the historic Hannah Block Community Center.
List of changes to Carolina Beach's paid parking program
Changes are coming in 2022 to Carolina Beach's paid parking program.
Woman accused of embezzling more than $14K from Tabor City auto business
A Columbus County woman is accused of embezzling thousands of dollars while working at an automotive business in Tabor City.
Heide Trask High's wrestling program halted due to COVID-19 exposure
The Heide Trask High School wrestling program has paused all activities due to a COVID-19 exposure during an away match.
Noble Middle School teacher suspended with pay after being charged with assault
A New Hanover County middle school teacher has been suspended with pay after being charged with assaulting a female.
19-year-old man accused of having sex with teen in exchange for vape cartridge
A 19-year-old man has been arrested in New Hanover County for sex crimes.
1-year-old child from Randolph County located, sheriff's office says
A state-wide Amber Alert has been issued for a missing one-year-old girl reportedly abducted in central North Carolina.
Actor Mel Gibson dines at Southport restaurant while in town filming movie
The local film industry is going strong, attracting well-known actors like Mel Gibson to the Cape Fear.
North Carolina court delays, then restores candidate filing
The start of North Carolina candidate filing for U.S. House and legislative seats was blocked on Monday by an appeals court panel — only to be restored hours later when most Court of Appeals judges agreed they wanted to decide whether a longer filing delay was warranted.
Suspect makes first court appearance after deadly crash, neighbors react
23-year-old Walter Wade Ange appeared in court on Monday afternoon after allegedly driving a car into an apartment early on Saturday morning.
72-year-old man pleads guilty to statutory sex offense
Melvin Ray Williamson, 72, was sentenced to 12-19 years in prison.
Familiar faces file for office in New Hanover Co. as 2022 candidate filing begins
Potential candidates began filing for office on Monday as the filing period began for 2022 elections.
Hundreds sign online petition against Carolina Beach year-round paid parking
When Carolina Beach Town Council voted 3-2 in favor of year-round paid parking last week, the reaction to the new was almost immediate, with many people being strongly against the decision.
Bladen County looks to ban roadside hunting
Commissioners made a motion on Monday to request the General Assembly to pass legislation that would make it illegal for anyone to discharge a firearm across a roadway in Bladen County.
Leland Fire Department rolls out in a new fire engine
LELAND, NC (WWAY) -- Tuesday, Leland firefighters got an early Christmas gift, but it won't fit under any tree. The Leland Fire Department rolled a brand…
2 Robeson County volunteer firemen accused of drinking and driving on way to call
Two Robeson County firefighters are charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) while heading to a fire call on November 27, the day after Thanksgiving, according to North Carolina Highway Patrol.
New charges for NC funeral director accused of hiding corpses
A North Carolina funeral home director who was accused last summer of hiding two corpses on residential property is facing new charges from a state agency, according to a news release.
Toyota to build $1.3B battery plant near Greensboro
Toyota is preparing to build a $1.3 billion electric vehicle battery plant near Greensboro, North Carolina, that will employ at least 1,750 people, government officials said Monday.
NC mom shocked book titled ‘Redneck Night Before Christmas’ came from school library
A mom is outraged that her daughter was able to check out a book titled Redneck Night Before Christmas from her Rowan County elementary schools library.
North Carolina police ID suspect in 15 cases from 1990s
A suspect in at least 15 sexual assault cases in a North Carolina city in the 1990s has been identified through DNA testing, police said Monday.
Officials say fire at Pilot Mountain finally contained
A fire that burned 1,050 acres on Pilot Mountain in Surry County, North Carolina, is finally 100% contained, the N.C. Forest Service reported Saturday.
Lawsuit: Principal fired for diverse hiring, mask mandate
A former North Carolina charter school principal says in a lawsuit that he was fired after two months for hiring a culturally diverse staff and his COVID-19 mask mandate.
UPDATE: Good Samaritans save stranded man after boat capsizes
A good Samaritan is speaking out after rescuing a man stuck on a capsized boat.
NC judges deny requests to block elections under new maps
North Carolina’s 2022 elections under new legislative and congressional maps can begin as scheduled next week after state judges on Friday rejected demands from lawsuit filers who claim the lines have to be blocked because they so egregiously favor Republicans.
Police: Three, including 3-year-old girl, killed in Elizabeth City shooting
Three people, including a 3-year-old girl, were killed in a shooting, according to Elizabeth City police.
Amber Alert canceled for missing North Carolina teen
The Winston Salem Police Department is searching for a missing teen Laela Kamoria Jones.
North Carolina woman accused of forging insurance claim forms
Authorities have arrested a North Carolina woman and accused her of forging bills and claim forms to get more than $70,000 from an insurance company, the N.C. Department of Insurance said.
NC Duke Energy customers see bill uptick due to storm costs
Duke Energy electric customers in North Carolina will see a new line-item charge on their bills to repay $1 billion in special bonds the company issued last week to repay the company for its infrastructure repairs after 2018 and 2019 storms.
North Carolina teen charged after 44 shots fired at apartments
A North Carolina man has turned himself in to police after more than 40 shots were apparently fired at an apartment complex, authorities said.
Christmas tree buyers face reduced supplies, higher prices
Even Christmas trees aren’t immune to the pandemic-induced shortages and inflation plaguing the economy.
3 detention officers attacked at North Carolina county jail
A North Carolina sheriff’s office says three of its jail officers have been attacked by inmates in an eight-day span, but all three are back at work after they were briefly hospitalized.
NC governor vetoes bill moving up absentee ballot deadline
North Carolina Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed on Thursday legislation that would bar officials from counting mail-in absentee ballots received after Election Day, even if their envelopes were postmarked on or before that date.
Town of Belville cautions residents after small bear seen in neighborhood
The Town of Belville is cautioning residents to be on the lookout after a small black bear cub was seen in the Olde Towne neighborhood Thursday morning.
Money found in wall of Joel Osteen’s Lakewood Church years after $600K burglary
Churchgoers are reacting after a large amount of money was found hidden inside a bathroom wall in American pastor and televangelist Joel Osteen's Texas church.
Major outage hits Amazon Web Services; many sites affected
Amazon Web Services suffered a major outage Tuesday, the company said, limiting service at many key and popular sites.
Survivors gather to remember those lost at Pearl Harbor
A few dozen survivors of Pearl Harbor are expected to gather Tuesday at the site of the Japanese bombing 80 years ago to remember those killed in the attack that launched the U.S. into World War II.
Jussie Smollett testifies at his trial: ‘There was no hoax’
Former “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett denied Monday that he staged an anti-gay, racist attack on himself in downtown Chicago, testifying at his trial that “there was no hoax.”
Prosecutor criticizes school over run-up to mass shooting
The prosecutor overseeing the case against the student accused in last week’s deadly Michigan school shooting and who took the rare step of charging his parents left open the possibility Monday that school officials could also face charges, saying “in this case, a lot could have been done different.”
Powerball jackpot jumps to $280 million for Monday drawing
The Powerball jackpot has climbed $10 million for the Monday night drawing, totaling now $280 million.
Derby winner Medina Spirit collapses, dies in California
Medina Spirit, a 3-year-old colt whose Kentucky Derby victory in May came under scrutiny because of a positive drug test, collapsed and died after a workout Monday at Santa Anita in Southern California.
US health officials say early reports encouraging about omicron variant
U.S. health officials said Sunday that while the omicron variant of the coronavirus is rapidly spreading throughout the country, early indications suggest it may be less dangerous than delta, which continues to drive a surge of hospitalizations.
CNN fires Chris Cuomo for helping brother deal with scandal
CNN fired anchor Chris Cuomo on Saturday after details emerged about how he assisted his brother, former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, as the politician faced sexual harassment allegations earlier this year.
Bond set at combined $1M after Michigan parents enter pleas
A judge imposed a combined $1 million bond Saturday for the parents of the Michigan teen charged with killing four students at Oxford High School, hours after police said they were caught hiding in a Detroit commercial building.
Baldwin: 'Someone is responsible' for shooting, but 'not me'
Alec Baldwin said he feels incredible sadness and regret over the shooting that killed a cinematographer on a New Mexico film set, but not guilt.
USPS workers say 'Operation Santa' bring joy to children & much more
The United States Postal Service (USPS) wants to make sure boys and girls get things on their Christmas list this year.
Man who put razor blades in pizza dough sentenced to prison
A man accused of putting razor blades and screws in pizza dough at supermarkets in Maine and New Hampshire was sentenced Thursday to four years and nine months in federal prison.
Prosecutor: Gun was ‘freely available’ to Michigan shooter
A prosecutor considering criminal charges against the parents of a boy accused of killing four students at a Michigan school said Thursday their actions went “far beyond negligence” and that the gun “seems to have been just freely available” to the teenager.
Prosecutors: North Carolina couple had 14-year-old 'in tow' at Capitol riot
Federal prosecutors said Thursday that a North Carolina woman deserves a prison sentence for bringing her 14-year-old child into the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6 riot.
Christmas tree buyers face reduced supplies, higher prices
Even Christmas trees aren’t immune to the pandemic-induced shortages and inflation plaguing the economy.
US moving to toughen testing requirement for travelers
The Biden administration is moving to toughen testing requirements for international travelers to the U.S., including both vaccinated and unvaccinated people, amid the spread of the new omicron variant of the coronavirus.
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.
US health officials say early reports encouraging about omicron variant
U.S. health officials said Sunday that while the omicron variant of the coronavirus is rapidly spreading throughout the country, early indications suggest it may be less dangerous than delta, which continues to drive a surge of hospitalizations.
US religious group says Haitian gang releases 3 hostages
A religious group based in Ohio announced Monday that a violent gang in Haiti has released three more hostages, while another 12 remain abducted.
Biden, Putin set video call Tuesday as Ukraine tensions grow
Presidents Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin will speak in a video call Tuesday, the Kremlin said, as tensions between the United States and Russia escalate over a Russian troop buildup on the Ukrainian border that’s seen as a sign of a potential invasion.
US moving to toughen testing requirement for travelers
The Biden administration is moving to toughen testing requirements for international travelers to the U.S., including both vaccinated and unvaccinated people, amid the spread of the new omicron variant of the coronavirus.
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.
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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