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.
One-stop early voting for November municipals starts Thursday
In-person early voting for the November 2, 2021 municipal elections begins Thursday, October 14 and ends Saturday, October 30.
New Hanover High School shooting case transferred to superior court
After receiving the testimony of 11 witnesses, the judge found probable cause and transferred the case to Superior Court.
Report: North Carolina jail violated regulations in two deaths
A North Carolina jail violated regulations requiring guards to observe inmates at least twice an hour, according to a state agency probing the deaths of two inmates last spring.
Ex-SC sheriff off to prison on 1-year misconduct sentence
A former sheriff in South Carolina reported to prison Wednesday to serve a one-year sentence for using his power and office to pressure a personal assistant to have sex with him.
UNC system announces committee for UNCW chancellor search
On Wednesday, UNC System President Peter Hans and UNCW Board of Trustees Chair Gidget Kidd announced the formation of an 18-member chancellor search committee.
Police: North Carolina man killed roommate, called 911 to give his location
A North Carolina man was charged by police in the fatal shooting of his roommate after he called 911 and told officers where they could find him, authorities said.
Climate change: North Carolina gov signs major energy law
Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper of North Carolina signed a milestone energy bill into law Wednesday that aims to sharply reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the state’s power plants by 2030, celebrating the legislative accomplishment with Republican lawmakers.
Administration sets plan for 7 offshore wind farms by 2025
The Biden administration announced Wednesday that it will help develop up to seven offshore wind farms on the East and West coasts and in the Gulf of Mexico as it moves to deploy 30 gigawatts of offshore wind energy by 2030 — generating enough electricity to power more than 10 million homes.