U.S. RT 701 bridge near Elizabethtown remains open while crane tests are complete
Lane closures on the new U.S. Route 701 bridge near Elizabethtown could get underway mid-week.
#UNSOLVED: Wilmington man killed in 2012 home invasion, family wants justice
Clifton Sykes Jr., 40, was killed in a home invasion on December 3, 2012.
Police say something happened a few days earlier that could have been connected to the crime that ultimately led to the death of Clifton Sykes, 40, in his own home.
The 2012 murder remains unsolved.
City of Wilmington opts to not appeal State Court of Appeal’s short-term rental decision
The City of Wilmington says it will not appeal a major decision by the State Court of Appeals regarding short-term rentals.
After five years, Aaron Stephens found not guilty in murder trial
The jury is no longer out. Monday, a murder trial five years in the making came to a close.
Leland Police investigating after body found in Waterford pond
Leland Police are conducting a death investigation after a body was found in a pond in Waterford Monday morning.
‘Women Build’ project featuring women volunteers helping build houses for women homebuyers
Dozens of local volunteers turned out Saturday to lend a hand in day one of a two week ‘Women Build’ project with the Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity.
Impact of climate change on Cape Fear addressed at Coastal Science and Engineering Expo
Climate change is leading to quickly rising sea levels which is already having a visible impact on the Cape Fear coast. An expo held Saturday attempted to educate the public on what’s being done to address the problem.
Carolina Beach Ferris wheel to open this weekend; special price for locals
The 95-foot-tall ride opens Saturday at 6 p.m. and will only operate on the weekends until memorial day, and then it will open full time.
GLOW holds culinary fundraiser to benefit girls’ academy
The program helps the girls prepare for college, build their self-esteem and offer resources they may not have had access to.
Stewardship Development of the Lower Cape Fear honors conservation efforts
A local development program hosted an event Friday recognizing people and businesses involved with developmental projects that help lower negative impacts on the environment.
Port City United discusses the department’s goals tackling violence in the community
“Port City United” is a new department created earlier this year with the goal of identifying, and preventing violent acts from happening. Members of the PCU’s team held a roundtable on Friday.
Red, White and Blue “Shrimparoo” fundraiser in Southport for NC 4th of July Festival
The May 1 fundraiser features food, entertainment and a cash bar to help fund this year's 4th of July festival events
SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — You don’t have to like seafood to enjoy this weekend’s Red, White and Blue Shrimparoo in Southport, but it helps. Sponsored by Frying Pan and American Fish Company, the fundraiser will feature not only shrimp prepared several ways, but also chicken, pork barbecue and traditional side dishes. A live band also will perform, and a cash…
Avelo Airlines coming to Wilmington International Airport; Three non-stop destinations announced
A brand new low-cost airline carrier is coming to Wilmington International Airport, airline officials made the announcement Thursday at ILM.
A Cinderella Story: Ashley High School student attends prom thanks to kind strangers
A post on Wilmington’s Community Facebook page is going viral, with locals trying to make one girl’s prom a night to remember.
U.S. Senate candidate Cheri Beasley spoke with voters in Wilmington
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Cheri Beasley visited the Port City on Thursday, to mark the start of early voting.
Brunswick Electric awards several area nonprofits grants
Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation hosted a luncheon recognizing several local non-profits. BEMC awarding them grants totaling more than $35,000.
27 people, towing company owner, arrested in catalytic converter theft ring bust
A joint operation involving law enforcement agencies from three counties and the FBI have led to the arrests of more than a dozen people.
Leland voters cast ballots at the polls on the first day of early voting
The first day of in-person early voting is Thursday, April 28, and the Leland Cultural Arts Center is one of the polling locations in Brunswick County.
Free family jamboree to help raise funds for United Way of the Cape Fear Area
The April 30 event is also a delayed 80th anniversary celebration for the UWCFA, put on hold during the pandemic shutdown
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The United Way of the Cape Fear Area (UWCFA) is celebrating more than 80 years of helping communities in the region, and everyone is invited to the party! The Spring Family Jamboree April 30 features family-friendly games, crafts, entertainment, music, a food truck and a maker’s market with proceeds going to help fund United Way-backed programs….
Turning grief into art: UNCW student creates documentary after father dies from cancer
Finding purpose through loss, that's what one UNCW student decided to do with a film project her father started when he was diagnosed with cancer.
Finding purpose through loss, that’s what one UNCW student decided to do with a film project her father started when he was diagnosed with cancer.
Swimmer enters senior games while battling disease; wins gold medals
Four-hundred-and-eighty people aged 50 and older — participated, a record since the event was created 34-years-ago.
Murder suspect takes the stand in New Hanover County Court
Murder suspect, Aaron Stephens took the stand in his New Hanover County trial Wednesday afternoon.
Shooting at SC park mirrors 2021 Long Leaf Park shooting
Similar to the shooting incident that occurred in north Charleston, last year on May 5, multiple shots were fired at Long Leaf Park while several little league baseball games were taking place.
North Carolina city officials attend 2022 CityVision Conference in downtown Wilmington
Hundreds of leaders from cities across North Carolina gathered at the Wilmington Convention Center for the NC League of Municipalities CityVision 2022 conference.