Days after opening for over a week, Warming Shelter ILM opens its doors once again
The Warming Shelter ILM is once again open to help out anybody in need of a place to stay for the cold nights ahead.
UNCW breaks ground on new residence hall to expand campus housing
UNCW is expanding its campus housing, breaking ground today on a new dormitory.
Winter storm aftermath sends drivers to the car wash
Although the snow from earlier this week has melted, the winter storm left behind a dirty trail. Many cars lined up today at Hall of Fame car wash in Leland.
Full Court Press February 6, 2026
The penultimate week of the regular season is in the books for high school basketball.
What to do when a loved one goes missing
With a lot of publicity garnering around Nancy Guthrie’s missing case, an advocate for searching for missing people, says what to do if a loved one goes missing for such a long time.
Bald Head Island ferry Patriot back in slip after running aground
The Bald Head Island ferry Patriot is back in its slip at Deep Point Marina in Southport after running aground Thursday morning.
Southport shooting suspect death penalty hearing continued
Brunswick County man, Nigel Edge, appeared in court Friday morning in connection to the deadly Southport shooting that occurred in September.
The Cape Fear kicks off National Wear Red Day
Ashley Miller, Regional Director for the American Heart Association, sits down with Tomika Jackson to discuss the importance of The American Red Heart Association’s National Wear Red Day.
NHCO Planning Board recommends approval of Carolina Beach Rd development rezoning request
The proposed development would be built on just over an acre of land located along Carolina Beach Road between Little Pony Trail and Red Lighthouse Lane.
US Army Corps of Engineers address pause in Carolina and Kure Beach renourishment project
Colonel Brad Morgan with the Army Corps of Engineers stated that this pause was always planned, but it may not have been communicated effectively to the public before the project began.
After life-saving heart transplant, Brunswick Co. woman advocates for heart health
February is American Heart Month and one Brunswick County woman is raising awareness about heart disease after undergoing a heart transplant.
Social media complaint raises concern for Novant Health cleanliness; Novant responds
Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center responded to a complaint posted on social media which alleged the conditions at one of its facilities for patients was deplorable.
NCDOT responds after several complaints about trash piling up in Leland
After several complaints of trashing piling in Leland, NCDOT responds with a statement on their goals
The hearing for a top Columbus County School official gets postponed to a later date
Hearing date for Columbus County school official, Robert Adam Thompson, was postponed for a later date in the year.
Downtown Business Alliance to host District Day in downtown Wilmington this weekend
Andrea Arth, President of Downtown Business Alliance, sits down with Tomika Jackson to discuss District Day in downtown Wilmington.
Four Democrat candidates for NHC Commissioner address variety of topics during forum
Current New Hanover County commissioner Rob Zapple, Wilmington City Councilwoman Salette Andrews, New Hanover County Board of Education member Judy Justice, and Dr. LeShonda Wallace answered questions asked by WHQR and the public.
WWAY gets inside look at ABC’s ‘RJ Decker’ set ahead of series premiere
WWAY got an inside look on Wednesday at the set of ABC’s upcoming drama “RJ Decker” filming in Wilmington.
‘It’s been desolate;’ Wilmington film industry struggles alongside nationwide trend
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY-TV) – From a decline in employment and production, the film industry in the U.S. is facing significant challenges. This is also causing a ripple effect locally on sound stages in Wilmington like Dark Hourse Stages. “I am doing my best to be optimistic,” said Kirk Englebright, president and CEO of Dark Horse Stages. “It’s been desolate throughout…
Pender County gears up for 250 Years of the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge
One of the most anticipated and popular festivals of the year is kicking off in Pender County.
UNCW to host “Coast to Coast Dance Convention” this weekend
Some of the biggest names in dance are making their way to Wilmington this weekend.
Wilmington City Council approves $1 million for new park, request for review of dredging project
The council heard details about a possible new park location in the 6300 block of Greenville Loop Road.
Local man drives his 1923 Model T through the snow
You’d expect to see snowplows after a winter storm…but not this… it’s not a plow…it’s not a sleigh…it’s a 1923 Model T Town Sedan maneuvering around the snow and ice at Mayfair.
Gov. Josh Stein discusses North Carolina’s winter storm response
Crews with the North Carolina Department of Transportation have made steady progress clearing highways and roads since a major winter storm affected the state this weekend, but some roads remain covered with snow and ice making travel dangerous.
‘A minor miracle;’ Trained bystanders, AED save pickleball player at YMCA
A YMCA in Wilmington held a special ceremony on Tuesday for three of its members who helped save the life of one pickleball players.