Columbus County terminates COVID-19 state of emergency
Columbus County has officially terminated its the state of emergency, that was declared in 2020 during the start of the pandemic.
Historic hotel in Burgaw restored by local couple now welcoming guests
Historic hotel in Burgaw restored by local couple now welcoming guests
Leland Police adds new technology to assist with arrests made in town limits
Leland Police adds new technology to assist with arrests made in town limits
Pet Pals: 1 1/2-Year-Old Shepherd Mix Looking For a Forever Home
New Hanover County Sheriff's Office Animal Services staff describe her as an absolute love bug and is a favorite among the staff.
This week’s Pet Pal is a 1 ½-year-old female shepherd mix. New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office Animal Services staff describe her as an absolute love bug and is a favorite among the staff. They also say that she enjoys all types of attention, and loves cuddling after going for a run. If you’d like to meet her, New Hanover County…
Wilmington police horse recovering after injured by alleged drunk driver
A member of Wilmington Police's mounted unit is recovering after being involved in a crash this weekend.
A member of Wilmington Police’s mounted unit is recovering after being involved in a crash this weekend.
NCDOT closes a portion of Market Street for overnight construction
A major road in Ogden will be closed overnight this week, as the North Carolina’s Department of Transportation moves onto the next phase of the Military Cutoff Road Extension.
Parents advised to speak with kids about internet safety
With children back in school and using technology, the New Hanover and Pender Counties District Attorney’s Office have made an internet safety contract available online for families to go over with their kids.
Duke Energy preparing for hurricane season with new improvements
Duke Energy preparing for hurricane season with new improvements
WATCH: Dozens of stingrays spotted off Johnnie Mercers Fishing Pier
Dozens, if not hundreds, of stingrays were spotted on Sunday swimming in the ocean near the pier.
Civil rights icon delivers keynote speech at Wilmington’s March on Washington 59th Anniversary
People joined together for an anniversary celebration for the Marh on Washington, at the 1898 Memorial Park in Wilmington Sunday
Reverend William Barber stops in Wilmington to encourage people vote
The first mass mobilization organizing tour of North Carolina Congressional Districts talked about non-partisan issues related to low-wages, health desparities and homelessness.
Late Tony Rivenbark directs his own memorial service fit for royalty
A pillar of the Wilmington arts community took his final bow over the weekend, directing his own memorial service.
Wilmington church provides kids with back-to-school needs
Wilmington church provides kids with back-to-school needs
A Wilmington fire station adds special new member to team
A Wilmington Fire Department adds special new member to team
Man with special needs at risk of losing family home no longer worries thanks to locals who saw his story on WWAY
Man with special needs at risk of losing family home no longer worries thanks to locals who saw his story
Clean Cape Fear reacts to EPA’s proposal designating forever chemicals as hazardous substances
The Environmental Protection Agency plans to designate some toxic compounds used since the 1940’s in cookware, carpets, and firefighting foams, as hazardous substances under the so-called “Superfund Law”.
NHCS superintendent speaks on district’s goals for 2022-23 school year
New Hanover County Schools is gearing up for the new school year, with the district officially deeming this its first year fully back to normal following the pandemic.
Pender County DA push for death penalty in Surf City murder investigation
Suspect held without bond
Pender County DA’s office is pushing for the death penalty in Surf City murder investigation,
“It was the state’s request that he be appointed the Capital Defender’s Office since this has the potential to be a death penalty case,” said District Attorney Ben David.
‘It’s very Tony’: Late Tony Rivenbark directed his final farewell before he died
The Obsequies of Tony Rivenbark is the final event directed by the late executive director of Thalian Hall.
The Obsequies of Tony Rivenbark is the final event directed by the late executive director of Thalian Hall.
David Clarke “D.C.” Virgo celebrated for his 40 years of service to Wilmington community
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — On this day 107 years ago, David “D.C” Clarke Virgo became the first principal of the New Williston Primary and Industrial School. The City of Wilmington took to Twitter today to honor Virgo, his many achievements and his impact on the area. Virgo, one of the pioneering Black educators in Wilmington, served the community for 40…
NHCS to distribute devices to all high school students
New Hanover County Schools is touting its expansion of technology to high school students across the district.
Regional economist speaks on federal student loan forgiveness plan’s economic impact
President Biden’s announcement of a student debt relief plan has left many wondering about the impact the cancellation of loans will have on our economy.
Name of Suspect in Surf City homicide released
Press conference reveal more details on Surf City homicide
More details are coming out in an overnight homicide of a 42-year-old woman.
WWAY Weather Team spent Wednesday afternoon programming weather radios
Lee Haywood, Ramel Carpenter and Matthew Huddleston were on hand at the Ace Hardware store on Village Road Northeast in Leland to assist the community in programming weather radios.