Mexican officials issue arrest warrant for wanted Marine
A U.S. Embassy official says Mexican officials have issued an arrest warrant for a U.S. Marine suspected of killing a pregnant Camp Lejeune colleague.
Archives: 2008
Bush calls for action on economy; hails Iraq progress
President Bush is asking Congress to quickly pass a plan to rescue the economy.
House to vote on aid plan as Senate mulls add-ons
The House will vote this afternoon on a plan to speed tax rebates of up to $1,200 to most income earners, while giving tax breaks to businesses.
Saffo to give State of City address
The convention center, economic development and sewer repairs. They are all likely topics at Wilmington City Hall tonight. Mayor Bill Saffo will give the annual State of the City address.
Carolina Beach holds meetings on master plan
Folks in Carolina Beach have another chance this week to have their say about the town’s future. A steering committee will meet tonight at six at town hall to discuss the Master Development Plan.
City looks for input on new fire chief
The city of Wilmington wants to know what you want in a fire chief.
Leland: population up, crime down
Good news out of Brunswick County tonight. The town of Leland has seen a significant drop in crime, despite a boom in population.
School teaches kids good hygiene
Flu and cold season is always at its peak during the winter and spring months and that means schools filled with little germs flying about the classrooms.
Saffo: proposed UNCW conference center won’t compete with city’s
Wilmington Mayor Bill Saffo says a proposed UNCW conference center would not compete with the city’s new convention center and, in fact, could actually help draw visitors to our town.
UNCW to expand recreation center
UNCW has plans to expand it’s recreation center.
Edwards criticizes economic stimulus package
Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards says growing up in the rural South gives him a better perspective on the problems of ordinary Tennesseans than his chief rivals.
Study led by NC congressman says FEMA ignored toxic findings
An investigation by congressional Democrats is critical of the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
March 3 trial date set for Rep. Wright on criminal fraud charges
State Representative Thomas Wright will stand trial on criminal fraud charges in March. Wake County Judge Judge Henry Hight set the March 3 trial date on Monday.
Bush to deliver final State of the Union address tonight
Bush goes before Congress tonight to make his final State of the Union speech. It’s the last one of his administration and his spokesman says in it, the president will look forward to his final year, and not back at what’s gone before.
NC man charged in triple slaying
A North Carolina man is charged with capital murder in the killings of three men, including the owner of one of the state’s largest Christmas tree farms.
Still honoring Dr. King
It’s been almost a week since Martin Luther King Day, but many community churches are still celebrating.
Open Thread: What are your concerns about the path of progress in southeastern North Carolina?
Next month NewsChannel 3 is embarking on a month-long journey in a new segment called “Cape Fear 2020: Vision of the Future.”
All Aboard!
Wilmington’s American Legion hosts the 11th annual model railroad show and sale.
Cashing in on high gold prices
Gold Prices reached over $900 this week and Wilmington resdients cash in.
More trouble for Brunswick County Schools…
NewsChannel 3 learned that South Brunswick High School Assistant Principal Lionel Kato has been suspended, with pay. Assistant Superintendent Terry Chestnutt confirmed Kato has been suspended with pay since December 13.
$50,000 reward offered in deaths of NC tree farmer, son, employee
The family of a prominent North Carolina tree farmer has offered a $50,000 reward for information leading to the conviction of those responsible for his slaying, as well as that of his son and an employee.
UNCW meeting center could rival city’s convention center
A new hotel and conference center is in the works at UNCW. The problem is the proposed center with an attached hotel may be in contention with the city’s convention center.
Officer won’t be charged in shooting
A Wilmington Police officer who shot a man during an illegal video poker gambling raid last week will not face charges.
Oak Island to restore vegetation line
The decision to allow people to build closer to the water is getting positive reactions on Oak Island.