Public service staff shortages in Wilmington could soon start affecting you
Product and staff shortages are at a historical high across the country, and have started to hit closer to home here in Wilmington.
South Carolina abortion ban could bring hundreds to Wilmington
While North Carolina and Virginia still allow abortion until the point of viability, surrounding states are enacting their own bans.
WHA to cut per diem payments in half to families waiting on mold remediation
According to CEO, Tyrone Garrett, the Wilmington Housing Authority will begin calling the 150 families displaced by mold today, informing them their per diem payments will be cut in half. This will effect food and transportation costs, not hotel costs.
Pet Pals: 4-Year-Old Female Shepherd Mix Looking For A Forever Home
New Hanover County Sheriff's Office Animal Services staff describe her as a bit of a goofball and in need of an active family.
New Hanover County (WWAY) — This weeks pet is a four-year-old female shepherd mix. New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office Animal Services staff describe her as a bit of a goofball, and they say she needs an active family. She would do well to have some training– luckily she is food motivated. She loves attention though, so she has to be…
Man sentenced in 2020 deadly hit and run in Pender County
Around two years ago, a man was charged in a deadly hit and run accident in which an 18-year-old was killed. The suspect made a plea bargain in court, and was sentenced.
As JUUL ban case continues, thousands of students still deal with nicotine addiction from JUUL pods
A federal appeals court granted a temporary pause on the FDA’s ban of JUUL e-cigarettes. That means JUUL can continue selling products while the court hears this case.
WATCH: Alligator takes a dip in pool of Leland resident over the weekend
Brunswick Forest homeowner Judy Isler says she found an alligator floating in their backyard pool on Sunday afternoon.
Pageant wraps Juneteenth festivities
According to organizers Juneteenth is celebrated for the whole month of June, with the pageant to wrap up the festivities.
Affordable lending fair shares information on homeownership
Lack of affordable housing national crisis
The fair was a way for the City of Wilmington’s Affordable Housing to get those interested on a path to homeownership.
Restaurant cancels reservations after Roe vs Wade decision
The owners of Ceviche’s canceled more than 150 reservations to join a protest Friday night at Innes Park in downtown Wilmington.
Roe vs Wade protests continue over weekend in Cape Fear
In North Carolina an abortion is allowed with restrictions, counseling is state-mandate with a 72-hour waiting period.
Weekend march planned in hopes to end school violence and bullying
Kids and adults joined together over the weekend to help end violence and bullying in schools.
The Black Phone brings local actors to the big screen
Wilmington is no stranger to the big screen, and Friday you can catch one movie filmed here for the first time in theaters. The Black Phone opened this weekend, and features local talent.
Hundreds of Wilmington locals protest Roe V. Wade’s overturning
More than 200 people gathered by the New Hanover County Courthouse Friday after a lifechanging announcement that morning.
CFPUA prepared for summer water demand amid moderate drought
Region below normal rainfall average to date
So far this year, most of the region is below the normal rainfall average that we’d expect this time of year.
Wilmington residents react to Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade
Following the Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade on Friday, reactions are pouring in from residents across the Cape Fear on both sides of abortions.
Southport woman starts wildlife rescue to rehabilitate animals
One woman in Brunswick County is working to take care of all God's creatures, one opossum at a time.
One woman in Brunswick County is working to take care of all God’s creatures, one opossum at a time.
Genesis Block partners with CFCC to launch a food hall on North Campus
Genesis Block is partnering with Cape Fear Community College to bring a food hall and commissary to the campus.
Emergency services cut costs amid high fuel prices
High fuel prices are causing some emergency service providers to cut costs where they can, including Southport’s Fire Department.
Hundreds participated in world’s largest swim lesson in Wilmington
Across the city of Wilmington, hundreds of kids and adults hopped in city pools participating in what’s being called the “World’s Largest Swim Lesson”.
Experts urge public to stay hydrated amid sizzling temps
With the high temps making their way in the Cape Fear experts say heat dangers are a cause for concern.
All eyes on the Supreme Court as abortion ruling is imminent
With June coming to a close, all eyes are on the Supreme Court and its decision on Dobbs V. Jackson Women’s Health Organization.
Brunswick Co. sea turtle advocates calling for new light fixtures to prevent misorientation
It's officially summer and that means sea turtle nesting season is in full swing.
It’s officially summer and that means sea turtle nesting season is in full swing.
Oak Island drowning victim on anniversary trip laid to rest
Family and friends on mission to educate public on rip current dangers
“Locals aren’t drowning, it’s people that are coming in for vacation are drowning,” said Pastor Joe Emmert. “It’s been really hard for us because they wouldn’t have been there if we wouldn’t have offered them this vacation.”