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.
Still no sign of missing Wilmington woman one year later
It has been one year since a Wilmington woman went missing from downtown. For a year, Shannon Rippy's family and friends, along with police have searched for her.
Knee injury sidelines UNCW golfer
Former West Bladen golf standout Kayla Thompson was forced to withdraw after two rounds of play at the Bryan National Collegiate in Greensboro. Thompson's knee injury prevented her from playing in the third and final round of the event on Sunday. Kayla Thompson, a freshman, is a member of the UNCW women's golf team.
FIRST ON 3: WPD makes 2 drug arrests following chase downtown
WILMINGTON, NC- A watch commander says the Wilmington Police Department has detained a man following a chase that ended on N. 4th St around 7:00 pm Sunday.
Stay with WWAY as we receive more details.
Good samaritan, Coast Guard rescue jet skiers
The Coast Guard and a good Samaritan boater rescued two injured jet skiers Sunday after a collision south of Cedar Point.
Two jet skis, one carrying two people and the other carrying three, collided just west of the Cameron Langston Bridge in Bogue Sound about half mile south of Cedar Point at about 11 a.m., injuring two of the people involved.
Hundreds gather at Wrightsville Beach to celebrate Easter
It may have been a little chilly this morning, but that didn't stop hundred of people from bundling up in coats and blankets and catching the sunrise at the Oceanic Pier in Wrightsville Beach.
Shots fired causing property damage
The Wilmington Police Department received a ShotSpotter alert last night causing property damage.
Home, cars damaged in shooting
The Wilmington Police Department received a ShotSpotter alert last night causing property damage.
Duke rolls into basketball title game
The Duke Blue Devils didn't win the regular season title in the ACC. They didn't capture the ACC Tournament either, but Mike Krzyzewski's squad is just one victory away from the national championship. They'll attempt to win and cut down the nets on Monday.