Autopsy: murdered hiker in NC may have tried to defend herself
A woman killed while hiking in western North Carolina may have tried to defend herself from her attacker.
Archives: 2008
NC workers aged 75 or older expected to increase
No retirement for these folks. The number of people still working at age 75 or older is increasing in North Carolina.
New photos surface in murdered Marine case
Photos from suspect Cesar Laurean’s home help provide a clearer sense of what went on.
Ice cold temperatures inside and out
Most people try to stay indoors with the recent cold temperatures. But one group of people can’t escape the cold, even inside.
January 21, saddest day of the year
A British researcher calculates January 21 as the saddest day of the year.
Wilmington celebrates Dr. King’s life, legacy
Hundreds of people hit the streets of Wilmington Monday to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Many were out on the streets of Wilmington to take in the excitement.
Explosion kills Wilmington man
A Wilmington man died over the weekend after an unexplained explosion in Oak Island.
New tax codes this year
It’s that time of year again: tax time. Before you file there are some new tax codes you should be aware of.
Wilmington burn victim dies
Ron Summerville, 48, was burning old bills in his back yard in the Echo Farms neighborhood.
Presidential candidates address King rally
The three leading Democratic presidential candidates spoke this afternoon to those gathered at the Statehouse in Columbia to honor slain civil rights leader Martin Luther King Junior.
Duke University reviews safety after student death, robberies
Authorities at Duke University said they are intensifying efforts to keep students safe after three crimes in three days.
Marine inquiry into Afghan shooting wrapping up
A special military panel investigating a shooting in Afghanistan that left as many as 19 civilians dead has begun its third week of testimony.
Historians fear MLK’s full legacy being lost
It’s among the most famous speeches in American history, but some historians fear Martin Luther King’s message is being overshadowed by the “I have a dream” speech that has become synonymous with the civil rights leader.
Minimum test scores, GPA to increase at six UNC campuses
Entrance requirements at six University of North Carolina campuses are getting tougher.
Man shot by officer released from hospital
An update this morning on the condition of the man shot by police Thursday night: Wilmington police say New Hanover Regional Medical Center released William Inman this weekend.
Southport pays tribute to King
The community of Southport paid tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s contributions this weekend by re-living the past.
Trot Nixon helps raise money for scholarship
He’s a Wilmington boy who made it big in the major league, but Saturday Trot Nixon left the baseball diamond behind to help raise money for a local college student who died nearly two years ago.
New nursing home philosophy: Limit time in wheelchairs
You can see it at most long-term care centers — residents in wheelchairs lining hallways, just sitting or rolling slowly down the hall.
Redistricting lawsuit threatens NC primary schedule again
North Carolina voters may have to deal with another redistricting lawsuit that alleges state legislative boundaries drawn by the General Assembly are illegal.
“Italian-American Reconciliation” comes to Wilmington
A local theater company is bringing a slice of Italian-American life to Wilmington.
Historic house repaired by students
Even though math teacher Eva Battle doesn’t live in her aunt and uncle’s house in downtown Wilmington, she didn’t want to see it destroyed. Now, thanks to some of her former students, the house is practically as good as new.
Thirty-five years since Roe vs. Wade decision
The decision came down January 22, 1973 and in the race for the presidency in 2008, the issue of whether abortion should be legal is still at the forefront of public debate.
Two men chased down by deputies
Two men are behind bars after leading New Hanover County sheriff’s deputies on a chase this morning.
Goat reunited with owner
The wayward goat we showed you yesterday that was found wandering behind a New Hanover County Big Lots store is now home with its owner.