Thomas S. Monson, president of Mormon church, dies at 90
Thomas S. Monson, the 16th president of the Mormon church, has died after overseeing the religion for nine years.
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Utah's Hatch announces he will not seek re-election to US Senate
Republican Sen. Orrin Hatch of Utah says he will not seek re-election after serving more than 40 years in the U.S. Senate.
Amtrak train hurtles off overpass; at least 6 people killed
An Amtrak train has derailed on an overpass in Washington, authorities said Monday. At this time, all lanes of traffic remain blocked on Interstate 5.
28 restaurants open on Christmas Day
For those who are travelling, out-and-about, or would just rather not cook on Christmas day, a surprising amount of restaurants are staying open to serve you over the busy holiday.
Food truck plans up 'in smoke' over Carolina Beach ordinance
Owning and operating a food truck in Carolina Beach has restrictions one business owner would like to see changed.
Red Cross has record year, 2017 busier than past 4 combined
2017 was a year of record-breaking disasters and the American Red Cross mobilized quickly to help people in need, providing more food, relief supplies and shelter stays than all of the last four years combined.
Franken to quit Senate amid sexual misconduct allegations
Sen. Al Franken said he will resign from Congress following a wave of sexual misconduct allegations and the collapse of support from fellow Democrats.
North Carolina lottery looking at online scratch-off sales
North Carolina's state-run lottery is considering whether it makes sense to offer online games of chance to generate more profits for education.
Rep. John Conyers announces retirement from Congress amid harassment allegations
A relative says John Conyers, who is battling sexual harassment allegations from former female staffers, won't seek re-election to a 28th term in Congress.
STUDY: Spanking can lead to relationship violence
Parents who believe in “spare the rod, spoil the child” might be setting their children up to become violent toward future partners, according to a study published Tuesday in the Journal of Pediatrics.
Nancy Pelosi calls on Conyers to resign amid sex allegations
The top Democrat in the House on Thursday called on Michigan Rep. John Conyers to resign in the face of multiple accusations of sexual misconduct against the longest-serving member of the House.
Indonesia volcano forces mass evacuation, shuts Bali airport
Indonesian authorities ordered thousands to flee Monday from an erupting volcano on Bali that forced the island's international airport to close.
VA study shows parasite from Vietnam may be killing vets
A half a century after serving in Vietnam, hundreds of veterans have a new reason to believe they may be dying from a silent bullet — test results show some men may have been infected by a slow-killing parasite while fighting in the jungles of Southeast Asia.
President Trump names former drug exec as new health secretary
President Donald Trump on Monday picked a former top pharmaceutical and government executive to be his health and human services secretary.
Saffo makes history with another election win; Barnett to join council incumbents
History was made in Wilmington last night, as Bill Saffo won another race for mayor.
Kure Beach mayor loses bid to remain on town council, Bloszinsky elected mayor
While still serving her first term as mayor of Kure Beach, Emilie Swearingen announced she would not seek a second term in office.
Chicago chef unveils translucent pumpkin pie just in time for Thanksgiving
One restaurant in Chicago is serving up a modern twist on a Thanksgiving classic: clear pumpkin pie.
Fishing and oyster reef habitat being enhanced in the Cape Fear River
Construction recently began on an artificial reef meant to enhance recreational fishing and create oyster reef habitat near Carolina Beach State Park.
Salvation Army Angel Trees and Kettle Bells programs begin this week
The Salvation Army will host an Angel Tree Kickoff at the Independence Mall Friday. This will be the start of a new season of giving.
Package wars: Postal Service offers next-day Sunday delivery
The program, available in 20 major U.S. cities, allows consumers to place online orders with participating retailers before a cutoff time Saturday.
Court bars President Trump from reversing transgender troops policy
A federal court in Washington is barring President Donald Trump from changing the government's policy on military service by transgender people.
Brunswick Co. dentist office buys back candy to send to deployed troops
Coastal Pediatric Dentistry is collecting the Halloween goodies that will then be shipped deploy troopers and first responders serving at home.
Brunswick residents receive Governor’s volunteer service award
Dozens turned out to celebrate four Brunswick County individuals and groups who received recognition from the Governor’s Office for their volunteer efforts.
Former UNCW Pitcher Carl Willis returns to Indians as pitching coach
Carl Willis had other job offers, none like the one with the Indians.