New Hanover, Pender County is under Tornado Warning until 5 p.m.
New Hanover and Pender County are currently under a Tornado Warning, until 5 p.m. Affected areas include Murraysville, Ogden, Hampstead, and Kings Grant.
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Your photos at Disney World could end up at Smithsonian Institute
The Smithsonian National Museum of American History wants copies of your trips to Walt Disney World.
Don't judge a restaurant by its wait time: Omicron variant burns local eateries
The Omicron variant is making an already challenging year even harder for restaurants across the Cape Fear. Even the most successful shops in Wilmington say supply shortages, staffing issues, and price increases are burning local eateries.
Cameron Art Museum announces winter programs
The Cameron Art Museum in Wilmington is kicking off the new year with a huge list of programming for children and adults. The events include Martin Luther King holiday programming for kids, homeschooling help, painting classes, readings, yoga, and the return of Jazz@cam.
Cameron Art Museum Floating Lantern Ceremony returns Sunday
The Cameron Art Musuem's Floating Lantern Ceremony is Sunday, January 9 on the museum's grounds.
Shenandoah set to perform at Odell Williamson Auditorium
Country music megastars Shenandoah will bring 'The Every Road Tour' to Brunswick Community College's Odell Williamson Auditorium on January 15.
NC trooper, detained driver killed in Rutherford County traffic crash
Two people including a state highway patrol trooper were killed in a traffic crash Monday night.
John Madden, Hall of Fame coach and broadcaster, dies at 85
He also was the name behind the hugely popular sports video game, “Madden NFL Football.”
CFPUA announces holiday hours
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority will be closed for New Year's Eve on Friday, December 31.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots grow again
Tonight you have a chance to win more than 378 million dollars in the Powerball drawing. It has a cash value of nearly 276 million.
Military and vets don't need to 'Go It Alone' over the holidays
Coastal Horizons and the nonprofit Save A Vet Now (SAVN) are working to help veterans and military members get outpatient treatment services. SAVN has a special account to cover any co-pay or self-pay costs for treatment at its Brunswick, New Hanover, or Pender outpatient locations.
Saint Nicholas Foundation is helping Santa load his bag for kids, elderly in a record number of counties
The Saint Nicholas Foundation is spreading cheer near and far to make sure no child or elderly person is forgotten at the holidays. The foundation gives toys and gifts to more than 500 people in six states.
Candy Cane Garden Party, Winterfest celebrate holidays in Southport
The Southport Candy Cane Garden Party kicks off at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Keziah Park in downtown Southport. It features candy canes decorated by local businesses, organizations, and individuals. The event is free and includes hot chocolate and entertainment.
Orlando Jones headlines Family Promise 25th Anniversary Low Country Boil
Family Promise of the Lower Cape Fear looks to a world in which every family has a home, a livelihood, and the chance to build a better future. It is celebrating 25 years of providing case management, transitional housing, and emergency shelter to families in need. The 25th Anniversary Celebration Low Country Boil has a happy hour, dinner, and entertainment from comedian Orlando Jones.
2022 Azalea Festival Chefs' Showcase tickets on sale now
The 2022 North Carolina Azalea Festival has a signature event before spring arrives. The 2022 Chef's Showcase will bring together five chefs from around the state to the Hotel Ballast in January.
Wilmington City Council allocates $1.65M to housing authority to address mold problem
Wilmington City Council's agenda was especially lengthy on Tuesday night.
Experts worry about a heavier police presence in schools, fear for children of color being at risk
NEW YORK (CNN) -- For Shavonda Sisson, the idea of police officers patrolling the halls of her son's school is terrifying. "I do everything I can to avoid police contact for myself and for my children," said Sisson, whose son…
NC man indicted in NYC for trafficking more than $40K worth of firearms into Manhattan
NEW YORK (CNN)-- A North Carolina man was indicted after allegedly trafficking more than $40,000 worth of guns into Manhattan and selling them to an undercover officer with the New York Police Department, officials announced Tuesday. "Tyreke Colon is charged…
March For Our Lives rallies in Wilmington to demand gun law reform
A group of community organizers, in collaboration with Women Organizing Wilmington (WOW), is hosting a rally at Innes Park in downtown Wilmington on June 11th, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Group makes plans to bring professional soccer back to Wilmington
WILLMINGTON, NC (WWAY) – Members of Wilmington's soccer community are excited about the possibility of a professional team returning to the city. "USL to Wilmington" has…
Gov. Cooper visits Wilmington for DEQ’s announcement of an Action Strategy for PFAS
Governor Roy Cooper visited Wilmington on Tuesday, with it being five years since the Cape Fear learned of the chemical Gen-X in area waters.
Wilson Center introduces first-ever community pre-sale for 2022-2023 PNC Broadway Series
The Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College is presenting the first-ever Greetings from Broadway Community Pre-Sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 11th.
Former NHCS teacher sentenced to 50 years in prison for sex crimes against children
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) -- Former Roland Grise band teacher, Peter Frank was sentenced to between 50 and just over 60 years…