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WPD: Man arrested after fleeing from officers
A man is being held on a more than $1,000,000 bond after Wilmington Police arrested him Thursday night.Local summer camp has kids learning video game history
It's not your typical summer camp, but it's one that keeps these kid's heads in the game.Victims identified in 13th St. shooting
Police say these women were completely innocent, with no gang ties.Beloved postal worker retires after delivering three decades of smiles
Residents of the Echo Farms community bid farewell to a beloved postal worker who retired after three decades of service on Friday afternoon.Local leaders committed to combating recent violence
New Hanover County Sheriff Ed McMahon and Wilmington Police Chief Donny Williams say that the two departments "are working together on joint strategies and enhanced patrols."
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Soaring temperatures leave many searching for ways to beat the heat
Enjoying time outside is an important part of summer for many people, but when temperatures reach dangerous levels like today, it's also important to stay safe from the scorching heat.UPDATE: Widespread Panic’s Sunday show delayed for weather
Widespread Panic is set to play the last of three shows in Wilmington Sunday night, but the final performance is being delayed due to weather concerns.Expo held in Pender County to inform residents how to prepare for a disaster
A disaster expo in Pender County was held Saturday to prepare residents for any hurricanes or other natural disasters that may strike the Cape Fear this year.Wobble in moon’s orbit to bring surge in flooding to most US coastlines in 2030s: NASA study
Coastal communities in the United States, be forewarned. A "dramatic" surge in high-tide floods is just over a decade away in the US, according to NASA.Insured losses from Elsa could be $290 million
A company that estimates the cost of natural disasters says insurance companies could be on the hook for $290 million in damage from Hurricane Elsa.Important steps to take to make sure your home is fully covered the remainder of hurricane season
With more than 140 days remaining in the 2021 hurricane season, now is the time to prepare for the next big storm.Last month was the hottest June on record for the lower 48 states
A little over 15% of the United States observed all-time record high temperatures last month, the highest NOAA has ever reported.3 years since Hurricane Florence burst its dams, will Boiling Spring Lakes get lakes back?
It's been nearly three years since Hurricane Florence drenched Boiling Spring Lakes with 30 inches of rain over four days, bursting four dams and washing away Alton Lennon Drive.
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UNCW men’s and women’s soccer schedules released
Both teams' schedules have been released as of Thursday.Simone Biles makes mental health the talk of the Tokyo Games
Mental health has been a discussion in sports the past year but became the topic of these Olympics when gymnast Simone Biles chose self-care over sporting success.Former UNCW Pitcher gets major league call
The Los Angeles Angels have a new reliever - and his name is Austin Warren.‘About time’: Gay athletes unleash rainbow wave on Olympics
The Tokyo Games are shaping up as a watershed for LGBTQ Olympians. A wave of rainbow-colored pride, openness and acceptance is sweeping through Olympic pools, skateparks, halls and fields.Dolphins’ Howard reports despite unhappiness with contract
All-Pro cornerback Xavien Howard has joined the rest of the Miami Dolphins reporting for training camp after he sat out mandatory minicamp because he’s unhappy about his contract.Russian team topples American powerhouse with Biles out
Though the history books may mark Tuesday’s victory with an asterisk due to American star Simone Biles’ early withdrawal, the Russian women's gymnastics team's dazzling performance is the result of a concerted transformation since they finished a distant second to the American team at the 2019 World Championship.Whiteville Dixie Youth Darlings wrap up World Series trip to Virginia
The Whiteville community also deserves praise; they helped raise $15,000 to send the girls and their families to Virginia.Bettman: Plan is to hold ’22 NHL draft in person in Montreal
He told The Associated Press the league is aiming for full arenas at the start of next season and an in-person draft in Montreal but would be ready to adjust as circumstances dictate.
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WPD: Man arrested after fleeing from officers
A man is being held on a more than $1,000,000 bond after Wilmington Police arrested him Thursday night.Local summer camp has kids learning video game history
It's not your typical summer camp, but it's one that keeps these kid's heads in the game.Victims identified in 13th St. shooting
Police say these women were completely innocent, with no gang ties.Beloved postal worker retires after delivering three decades of smiles
Residents of the Echo Farms community bid farewell to a beloved postal worker who retired after three decades of service on Friday afternoon.Local leaders committed to combating recent violence
New Hanover County Sheriff Ed McMahon and Wilmington Police Chief Donny Williams say that the two departments "are working together on joint strategies and enhanced patrols."
- WEATHER
LATEST WEATHER
Soaring temperatures leave many searching for ways to beat the heat
Enjoying time outside is an important part of summer for many people, but when temperatures reach dangerous levels like today, it's also important to stay safe from the scorching heat.UPDATE: Widespread Panic’s Sunday show delayed for weather
Widespread Panic is set to play the last of three shows in Wilmington Sunday night, but the final performance is being delayed due to weather concerns.Expo held in Pender County to inform residents how to prepare for a disaster
A disaster expo in Pender County was held Saturday to prepare residents for any hurricanes or other natural disasters that may strike the Cape Fear this year.Wobble in moon’s orbit to bring surge in flooding to most US coastlines in 2030s: NASA study
Coastal communities in the United States, be forewarned. A "dramatic" surge in high-tide floods is just over a decade away in the US, according to NASA.Insured losses from Elsa could be $290 million
A company that estimates the cost of natural disasters says insurance companies could be on the hook for $290 million in damage from Hurricane Elsa.Important steps to take to make sure your home is fully covered the remainder of hurricane season
With more than 140 days remaining in the 2021 hurricane season, now is the time to prepare for the next big storm.Last month was the hottest June on record for the lower 48 states
A little over 15% of the United States observed all-time record high temperatures last month, the highest NOAA has ever reported.3 years since Hurricane Florence burst its dams, will Boiling Spring Lakes get lakes back?
It's been nearly three years since Hurricane Florence drenched Boiling Spring Lakes with 30 inches of rain over four days, bursting four dams and washing away Alton Lennon Drive.
- SPORTS
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NASCAR
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UNCW men’s and women’s soccer schedules released
Both teams' schedules have been released as of Thursday.Simone Biles makes mental health the talk of the Tokyo Games
Mental health has been a discussion in sports the past year but became the topic of these Olympics when gymnast Simone Biles chose self-care over sporting success.Former UNCW Pitcher gets major league call
The Los Angeles Angels have a new reliever - and his name is Austin Warren.‘About time’: Gay athletes unleash rainbow wave on Olympics
The Tokyo Games are shaping up as a watershed for LGBTQ Olympians. A wave of rainbow-colored pride, openness and acceptance is sweeping through Olympic pools, skateparks, halls and fields.Dolphins’ Howard reports despite unhappiness with contract
All-Pro cornerback Xavien Howard has joined the rest of the Miami Dolphins reporting for training camp after he sat out mandatory minicamp because he’s unhappy about his contract.Russian team topples American powerhouse with Biles out
Though the history books may mark Tuesday’s victory with an asterisk due to American star Simone Biles’ early withdrawal, the Russian women's gymnastics team's dazzling performance is the result of a concerted transformation since they finished a distant second to the American team at the 2019 World Championship.Whiteville Dixie Youth Darlings wrap up World Series trip to Virginia
The Whiteville community also deserves praise; they helped raise $15,000 to send the girls and their families to Virginia.Bettman: Plan is to hold ’22 NHL draft in person in Montreal
He told The Associated Press the league is aiming for full arenas at the start of next season and an in-person draft in Montreal but would be ready to adjust as circumstances dictate.
- COMMUNITY
- Viewers Choice Awards
- Senior Spotlight
- What’s Happening
- Donation Drives & Dropoffs
- The Carolina Beat
- Mom to Mom
- Hooked On Science
- Teacher of the Week Contest
- Teacher of the Week
- Live Cape Fear Podcast
- Extraordinary People Next Door
- Pet Pals
- Seahawk Stories
- Under The Hood
- Health Hacks
- Local Events
- Job Fair
- Senior Expo
- Wilmington Wedding Expo
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