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MLK Community Center holds "Fun Day" in honor of Martin Luther King. (Photo:Nate Mauldin/WWAY News)

MLK Community Center holds Fun Day in honor of Martin Luther King

Nate Mauldin,

January 13, 2024

In Wilmington on Saturday morning, two local organizations joined forces to clean up Cape Fear waterways, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Wilmington organizations join forces to keep Cape Fear waters clean

Emily Andrews,

January 13, 2024

A 5-year-old boy was found walking along Hwy. 17 in Pender County on Thursday, (Photo: WWAY News).

5-year-old student leaves school, found walking along Hwy. 17 Thursday in Hampstead

Emily Andrews,

January 12, 2024

A Safe Place spreads awareness about Human Trafficking Prevention Month. (Photo:WWAY News)

A Safe Place spreads awareness about Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Nate Mauldin,

January 12, 2024

Construction is officially underway on the new MLK Community Center after a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday morning, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Wilmington MLK Community Center holds groundbreaking for expansion and renovation project

Emily Andrews,

January 11, 2024

A campaign by local law enforcement is ensuring safety on the roadways, (Photo: WWAY News).

Wilmington Police Department encourages motorcycle, dirt bike, and ATV safety

Emily Andrews,

January 10, 2024

In Columbus County on Monday an SUV crashed into a government building, (Photo: Courtesy of Melanie Thompson).

Car crashes into Whiteville Post Office on Monday

Emily Andrews,

January 10, 2024

Local vodka distiller launches new tequila brand despite 19,000 stolen bottles

Nate Mauldin,

January 10, 2024

Health professionals are seeing a rise in cases of the flu in North Carolina right now, (Photo: WWAY News).

Flu cases on the rise in North Carolina

Emily Andrews,

January 9, 2024

Teachers across the state are implementing new policies after the passing of Senate Bill 49 or the so-called "Parents Bill of Rights.” (Photo: ZUMA / MGN)

Educators in Brunswick County react to North Carolina Senate Bill 49

Emily Andrews,

January 9, 2024

Pet Pals: Adult female cat looking for forever home

Sarah Jones,

January 9, 2024

Martin Luther King Day is one week away and we're learning more about events in Wilmington planned to mark the slain civil rights leader's birthday, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee holds news conference ahead of events

Emily Andrews,

January 8, 2024

Rough weather may be on the way. Emergency management agencies and those in charge of critical services are all on alert. Power companies are also keeping a watchful eye on the weather, (Photo: Marion Caldwell/WWAY News).

Emergency services and power companies prepare ahead of the storm

Emily Andrews,

January 8, 2024

Police are investigating a break-in at Guiton’s Drug Store that happened on December 29 in downtown Whiteville. The suspect stole around $16,000 of prescription items, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

A Whiteville pharmacy break-in results in loss of $16,000 worth of prescription items

Emily Andrews,

January 5, 2024

Lots of people making a toast to taking on the challenge of dry January, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

People in the Cape Fear making a toast to dry January with the help of a Wilmington business

Emily Andrews,

January 4, 2024

Solar energy is environmentally friendly and the lower energy bill often advertised is rather tempting, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Solar panel problems: What to know before making the switch

Emily Andrews,

January 4, 2024

Researchers have spent more than a year following the progress of the world's first partial heart transplant of an infant at Duke Children's Hospital and Health Center, (Photo: The Monroe Family.)

World's first partial heart transplant proves successful through soon to be two-year-old

Emily Andrews,

January 3, 2024

For many, the new year means "out with the old, in with the new," (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Closet cleanouts causing clutter for a good cause in Hampstead

Emily Andrews,

January 2, 2024

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Pet Pals: Adult Beagle mix mix looking for forever home

WWAY News,

January 2, 2024

Lots of people are looking forward to a refreshing start to the New Year. Some are testing the waters at the 9th Annual Wrightsville Plunge, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Hundreds of people plunging into 2024 for a good cause

Emily Andrews,

January 1, 2024

Many people were caught off guard this weekend with a ‘Blue Alert’ which indicates a law enforcement officer is either missing, seriously injured, or has been killed in the line of duty, (Photo: WWAY News).

North Carolina Department of Public Safety emergency alerts and what they signify

Emily Andrews,

January 1, 2024

WWAY spoke with both the Wilmington and Leland Police Departments about how to transition into 2024 with ease, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Police: How to celebrate New Year's Eve night safely

Emily Andrews,

December 29, 2023

With New Year's Eve two days away, many are rushing to donate items or make contributions before the end of the year.

Charitable Donations and Tax Deductions: What you need to know

Emily Andrews,

December 29, 2023

Electronics are a popular gift during the holiday season. You may be wondering what to do with your outdated tech devices, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Why you should be recycling your electronics

Emily Andrews,

December 28, 2023