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Sunset Park residents express concern about dust pollution

Nate Mauldin,

February 12, 2024

Adrienne Vendetti, Stephanie Vendetti

Wilmington-based company to be featured on 'Shark Tank'

Nate Mauldin,

February 12, 2024

On Monday, Wilmington Fire Department welcomed two new crisis response dogs to the fire family, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Wilmington Fire Department welcomes four-legged friends to the fire family

Emily Andrews,

February 12, 2024

Wilmington City Council is working on the 2024-2025 budget and a tax increase could be part of that budget, (Photo: 401kcalculator.org / Flickr / CC BY-SA 2.0).

Wilmington budget work session discusses 2.5 cent property tax increase

WWAY News,

February 12, 2024

According to the National Retail Federation, the country is projected to spend a whopping $17.3 billion today on food, drinks, apparel, and decorations. Thats a nearly 5% spike from last year. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Shoppers react to the most expensive Super Bowl ever

Nate Mauldin,

February 11, 2024

UNCW Is partnering with the Historic Wilmington Foundation to find unmarked graves at a historic cemetery. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

The search for lost family: Radar offers hope to find unmarked graves

Nate Mauldin,

February 10, 2024

UNCW hosted the Southeast Regional Science and Engineering Fair on Saturday. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

UNCW hosts Southeast NC Regional Science Fair

Nate Mauldin,

February 10, 2024

“Over $6000 on the credit card right before the holidays was not an ideal situation for us and the only thing that made me feel somewhat okay about it was that we had been told and I had gotten an email that we would be reimbursed,” Lehman said. “So, when we got those bills and they moved the goalpost on us it was very disappointing.” (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Bed bugs discovered in Wilmington hotel, guest left to pay thousands

Nate Mauldin,

February 9, 2024

Brunswick County Medical Center gives back with "Soup or Bowl" food drive

Nate Mauldin,

February 9, 2024

Tennis trailblazer and Wilmington native Lenny Simpson has died. We're looking back at his life and legacy in the Cape Fear region, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

The Life of Lenny Simpson: friends remember Lenny on and off the tennis court

Emily Andrews,

February 9, 2024

An organization that works to repair and rebuild homes is undergoing a change in leadership, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

WARM NC CEO stepping down after 15 years of service

Emily Andrews,

February 8, 2024

Bladen County Schools getting high marks at this year's Elementary and Junior Beta Club State Convention in Greensboro, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Bladen County Schools students secure state titles at Elementary and Junior Beta Club Convention

Emily Andrews,

February 8, 2024

The Upperman Center at UNCW is hosting more than 20 different events this month, Including multiple keynote speakers, art exhibits, and the return of the organization's annual Homecoming Fashion Show. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Local organizations celebrate Black History Month with dozens of events

Nate Mauldin,

February 7, 2024

WilmingtoNColor is a tour bus group that will take you around downtown Wilmington, stopping by historic sites along the way. (Photo courtesy WilmingtoNColor)

WilmingtoNColor offering black history tours in Wilmington

Nate Mauldin,

February 7, 2024

Wednesday marks one week until Valentine's Day. WWAY checked in at a jeweler to see how they're preparing for the big day, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Jewelers gearing up for Valentine's Day

Emily Andrews,

February 6, 2024

Social media trends, there are popular dances, challenges, and even diets. But the latest fad we want to warn you about is skincare, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Dermatologist weighs in on skincare trends for pre-teens

Emily Andrews,

February 6, 2024

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Pet Pals: Adult female cat looking for forever home

WWAY News,

February 6, 2024

According to a press release, President and CEO William Buster is stepping down from his position with the endowment. (Photo Courtesy New Hanover Community Endowment)

New Hanover Community Endowment president & CEO resigns

Nate Mauldin,

February 5, 2024

A grant is being awarded to Columbus County Schools and it's helping the school district take on a major project, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Columbus County Schools receives $52 million grant for new K-8 school

Emily Andrews,

February 5, 2024

Since work began on the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge, some residents on the west side of the river have expressed concerns about whether paramedics would be able to get patients in need of critical care to Novant New Hanover Regional Medical Center in a timely manner. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

EMS reports no delays following work on CFMB

Nate Mauldin,

February 5, 2024

The Wilmington Police Department, along with Wilmington Fire, EMS and NC State Highway Patrol conducted a training session at Independence Mall on Sunday. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Law enforcement and EMS hold training session at Independence Mall

Nate Mauldin,

February 4, 2024

The town of Leland hosted an open house at the Leland Cultural Arts Center on Saturday. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Town of Leland holds Cultural Arts Open House

Nate Mauldin,

February 3, 2024

The organization held their 5k named "The Trudge" to celebrate their first year in operation. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

The Healing Place hosts 'The Trudge' 5k to celebrate anniversary

Nate Mauldin,

February 3, 2024

The Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry has seen increased traffic this week as commuters try to get around congestion on the Isabel Holmes and Thomas Rhodes Bridges. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry sees increased traffic

Nate Mauldin,

February 2, 2024