Free testing site opens to take to the strain off of emergency room
A COVID-19 testing site in Brunswick County has the ability to test hundreds a day, but isn’t seeing much activity.
All aboard! N.C. Ferry System holds career fair
The North Carolina Ferry System held a successful career fair in Shallotte Wednesday.
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Meteorologist gets Valentine’s Day marriage proposal
Love was in the air in the KPIX 5 studio Monday as meteorologist Mary Lee got a surprise Valentine’s Day marriage proposal from her longtime boyfriend.
Pet Pals: 6 year old male lab mix looking for forever home
This week’s pet pal is a 6 year old neutered male lab mix named Kota.
‘No more masks!’: Group protests New Hanover Co. Schools mask mandate
The New Hanover County Board of Education held its February interim meeting on Tuesday evening. Masks weren't on the agenda, but a group wanted to make their voices heard anyway.
The New Hanover County Board of Education held its February interim meeting on Tuesday evening. Masks weren’t on the agenda, but a group wanted to make their voices heard anyway.
One year after deadly tornado, quilters patching up their community
After losing one of their own to a fatal tornado a year ago today, the Ocean Ridge Quilters are using their skills to patch up a community.
Church nearly destroyed from fatal tornado now on the mend
Just outside the Ocean Ridge neighborhood, last year’s tornado nearly destroyed several homes, businesses, and Seaside Christian Fellowship Church.
Emergency Services Director remembers the eerie quiet after deadly tornado
One year after a deadly tornado devastated parts of Brunswick County, Emergency Services Director Ed Conrow believes the region still has a little ways to go go to fully recover.
The Red Cross remembers deadly Brunswick tornado one year later
One year ago today, members of the American Red Cross in the Cape Fear region were called out to help those in Brunswick county when a deadly tornado ripped through the community.
Wilmington, NC (WWAY)- One year ago today, members of the American Red Cross in the Cape Fear region were called out to help those in Brunswick county when a very powerful EF-3 tornado came in and ripped through the community taking the lives of 3 people, and injuring several others. James Jarvis, the Executive Director of the Cape Fear area…
Cape Fear River Watch and Others Call on Cooper to Act
A letter from CFRW calls on Governor Cooper to use executive action to reduce unnecessary single use plastics in state agencies.
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY)- Environmental advocacy groups are calling on Governor Cooper to take executive action to reduce plastic waste in North Carolina. The North Carolina Plastic Waste Reduction Coalition, run by statewide public interest advocacy group, NCPIRG, includes a variety of national, state, and local organizations all working to move North Carolina towards a cleaner and healthier future that is…
Free and charitable clinics helping to fill health care gap in the Cape Fear
Free and charitable clinics are helping to fill a gap in health care for many uninsured and underinsured people across North Carolina.
Indebted to unleaded: Gas prices could spike to $4 nationally by Memorial Day
If your wallet is feeling pain at the pump, you aren't alone.
If your wallet is feeling pain at the pump, you aren’t alone.
Family escapes with their lives after man allegedly attempts to burn them alive
The Bell family barely escaped Saturday with their lives, after 32-year-old Justin Orland Burney attempted the burn the family alive in their trailer near Supply.
City council discusses pan handling, loitering and vagrancy in the area
Monday morning, Wilmington City Council met to discuss vagrancy in the area.
Wilmington bakery anticipates rush of customers on Valentine’s Day
Many people are shopping around for last minute purchases for their sweethearts ahead of Valentine’s Day. Some are opting to buy flowers or jewelry, and others are buying sweets.
As omicron numbers drop nationwide, politicians, local leaders, and parents discuss school mask mandates
Masks are back in the spotlight in New Hanover County after Governor Cooper announced he and DHHS would make changes to NC’s Safe Schools Toolkit, but didn’t address masks.
Wilmington International Airport welcomes 9th ever nonstop flight
It’s a big day at the Wilmington International Airport. Friday, United’s inaugural flight from Newark to ILM landed.
Economy and finance expert offers budgeting tips as inflation surges
Across the country, many people are doing double takes at dollar signs, as prices go up on many household necessities. This is leading people to develop strict budgets.
Book written by UNCW professor and author receives rave reviews
A UNCW professor is being recognized by a celebrity actress’ book club, for her newly released novel.
Supply issues leading to a rise in flower costs ahead of Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is almost here! You only have a few more days to buy your significant other something special this year, but don’t be surprised if it costs you a bit more.
Restaurants working hard to meet the demand for wings ahead of the Super Bowl
The biggest football game of the year is Sunday and people across the Cape Fear are stocking up on food to celebrate.
Winning meal options for healthier Super Bowl party celebrations
From chicken wings to over-the-top desserts, lots of people will be hosting big parties this Sunday for Super Bowl LVI. With the pandemic, rising inflation and supply chain issues, traditional meats like chicken and beef typically served on football’s biggest day will likely take a bigger bite out of your wallet this year.
WPD app helps solve crimes while keeping informants anonymous
If you see something, you can say something to Wilmington Police and stay completely anonymous.
Third escaped inmate from Tennessee captured in Wilmington
Photo: (Wilmington Police Department)WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) – The U.S. Marshals Carolinas Regional Fugitive Task Force, with the assistance of the Wilmington Police Department Task Force, has captured the third escaped inmate from Tennessee. 50-year-old Johnny “Shane” Brown was taken into custody without incident around 9 p.m. on Thursday, February 10, 2022 inside of an apartment in the area of S….