Flights halted at airports across US due to unspecified ‘extraordinary circumstances,’ FAA says
The Federal Aviation Administration grounded all flights nationwide Friday afternoon.
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.
WWAY's Chasity Melvin to enter NC State Athletic Hall of Fame Friday night
WWAY Full Court Press basketball analyst Chasity Melvin will be inducted into the NC State Athletic Hall of Fame on Friday night at Reynolds Coliseum in Raleigh. Plus more sports!
JUST IN: Judge in NC gay marriage case denies delay
A federal judge overseeing a pair of challenges to North Carolina's gay marriage ban has denied a motion from lawyers for Republican legislative leaders seeking more than a weeklong delay in the case.
Chief U.S. District Court Judge William Osteen Jr. in Greensboro issued a ruling late Thursday denying a request from House Speaker Thom Tillis and Senate leader Phil Berger that they be given until Oct. 17 to prepare arguments supporting their motion to intervene in the case. Instead, Osteen gave them until noon Friday.
Meth investigation leads to arrest, child abuse charge
A meth arrest also turned into a call to social services in Onslow County.
25th annual Take Back the Night
The 25th annual 'Take Back the Night' march and rally was in Downtown Wilmington Thursday night.
The goal for the night was to raise awareness and remember victims of domestic violence. Supports say the March helps support and empower the survivors of domestic violence.
NC man charged in death of pregnant girlfriend
Robeson County authorities have arrested a man in connection with the death of his pregnant girlfriend. Multiple media outlets report 29-year-old Christopher O'Brian Lennon is charged with first-degree murder and murder of an unborn child. Lennon was arrested on Wednesday after he was indicted by a grand jury.
Democrats add to complaints of NC political groups
The number of legal complaints against North Carolina political groups grows as Election Day approaches. The state Democratic Party said Thursday it's asked the Federal Election Commission to examine Carolina Rising, which has run ads praising Republican U.S. Senate candidate Thom Tillis.
McCrory speaks at Wilmington energy summit, discusses latest gay marriage fight
Gov. Pat McCrory came to Wilmington Thursday to speak at the Coastal Energy Summit at the Wilmington Convention Center, but the governor was also asked about the latest developments in the fight for and against gay marriage in North Carolina.