Trial underway for man charged in Wilmington murder
Jonathan Burgess is accused of killing 25-year-old Alexandra Faith Gillikin in the 700 block of Galley Lane in May 2022.
911 call released in Bladen County triple homicide investigation
Though the caller initially mentioned gunshots, the sheriff’s office later confirmed that the victims had multiple stab wounds.
17th annual National Missing Persons Conference this weekend
The CUE (Community United Effort) Center for Missing Persons is holding its 17th annual National Missing Persons conference in Wilmington this weekend.
Trump’s plan to dismantle Department of Education sparks local concerns and questions
President Donald Trump announced Friday that two key functions of the Department of Education in which he is seeking to dismantle will be moved to other agencies.
N.C. Forest Service issues statewide burn ban
Due to an increase in fire risk, the N.C. Forest Service issued a statewide burn ban for all open burning until further notice.
Colon cancer survivor shares her story during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
After surviving twice, Valerie Riege thought her battle with cancer was over. That was until doctors discovered a small polyp in her colon.
UNCW holds watch party for Seahawks NCAA 1st Round game
Hundreds of students gathered for a watch party at the Burney Center on campus.
New Hanover County Commissioners discuss proposed new tax rate during budget session
There is a proposal to drop the tax rate to 35.5 cents. Due to the average home valuation increase the county saw, homeowners would pay an additional $40 in taxes per month, if county commissioners approve the proposed 35.5 cent rate.
WWAY Student Athlete of the Week: Jewel Barden
The junior just finished her second season of wrestling for the Buccaneers. She took up the sport after watching her brother compete.
Wilmington community leader Hollis Briggs dies at 67
Hollis Briggs, a longtime community leader in Wilmington known for his public service and advocacy, has died. He was 67.
Governor Stein discusses crime prevention at commission meeting
The Governor’s Crime Commission is comprised of 43 members, including the heads of state criminal justice and human service agencies.
Wilmington postal workers voice opposition to privatization of USPS
“If they privatize it, you might not get it for like seven days. It might be three, four; you might not get seven-day service.”
Spring begins as pollen dusts the Cape Fear
Thursday marks the first day of spring, and pollen is already dusting homes, cars, and pets across the Cape Fear.
‘It’s a shame:’ Historic Brunswick Town chapel damaged by visitors
Some visitors have climbed the church’s brick walls to sit in its large windowsills. That’s caused some of the building’s bricks to break.
Island Men’s Mac and Cheese Festival returns to Carolina Beach this weekend
The Island Men’s Mac and Cheese Festival is back this weekend at Carolina Beach, offering food lovers the chance to sample dozens of unique mac and cheese dishes, all while supporting a good cause.
History with ‘Hud’: The story behind the growth of two local lake towns
While the miles of beaches along our coast will be the most popular spots over the next six months, there are two area lake towns further inland which will receive their fair share of guests.
“No one will lose their job”: Pender EMS and Fire holds board meeting to discuss merging process
"No one will lose their job. We may have to look at response and population growth and add to that,"
After a merger of Pender EMS and Fire with the county was approved last week, the EMS and Fire Board of Directors gathered to discuss the information the county needs for the transition.
Local reaction to a new rideshare tax set to start in July
The Transportation Commerce tax takes effect July 1st. It will place a 1.5% tax on exclusive ride services and a 1% tax on shared-ride services.
Future of Cape Fear Memorial Bridge Replacement Project remains uncertain
A $242 million federal grant is on hold as the Trump administration reviews federal spending. The NCDOT has also raised the estimated project cost from $400 million to around $1 billion.
Columbus County Sheriff speaks out following viral arrest
Around 8:30 pm Monday night, a deputy attempted to pull over Deon Taplin for allegedly running a stop sign.
Drift Coffee set to open three new locations
Allison Ballard with The Star News reports the company plans to add locations in Carolina Beach, Porters Neck, and Hampstead.
Local petition calls for 5 PM free parking at Wrightsville Beach
Paid parking season is back for New Hanover County beaches, and some residents of Wrightsville Beach are pushing for a change.
State Lawmakers introduce bill to curb youth vaping
The bill, called “Solly’s Law,” is named in honor of a high schooler who was only 15 years old when he died from complications of vaping.
‘Teacher of the Month’ brings learning to life through creative science
A middle school science teacher in Bladen County is making waves in the classroom with her hands-on teaching approach and creative methods. Laura Hall, a teacher at Clarkton School of Discovery, has been named WWAY’s Teacher of the Month for her dedication to inspiring young minds.