Wilmington NC

WILMINGTON, NC — Cielo Cafe, a Christ-centered restaurant from owners David and Montse Saldaña, is targeting an opening in the first week of January 2026 at 3617 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28403, David Saldaña told Business Debut. The full-service cafe will offer breakfast, lunch and dinner built around a largely...

Grammy-winning hitmaker Lil Jon is coming to Wilmington next spring, and the North Carolina Azalea Festival says fans should get ready for a night that’s anything but calm. The festival announced that the superstar producer, rapper, and king of Crunk will headline its Thursday Night Concert during the 79th annual...

CAROLINA BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - A critically endangered whale has been spotted off the coast of Carolina Beach, according to Oceana. The North Atlantic right whale was spotted approximately 250 yards from shore on Monday, Dec. 8. “The population is critically low, with only about 384 individuals remaining,” Oceana...

WINNABOW, NC (WWAY) — This Week’s Pet Pal is Murphy, a 2-year-old Great Pyrenees. Paws Place Dog Rescue calls him a 90-plus pound gentle gentle snow bear. He’s an adorable Great Pyrenees mix with a heart as big as he is!. They say he’s bursting with love,...

Live recording for VODThe City of Wilmington is reminding residents to leave feedback on a proposal for the Greater Downtown Wilmington Plan.

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Cape Fear Public Utility Authority has scheduled a precautionary boil water advisory for approximately 100 customers as crews work to replace broken valves on the water distribution system. The boil water advisory will start at 9 a.m. on Thursday for a portion of South...

The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) has announced the launch of consecutive online renewal options for state-issued ID cards.

NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) — As colder weather moves in, it’s important to make sure your HVAC system is ready, from checking heat strips to scheduling a seasonal tune-up. Knowing what to look for now can help prevent breakdowns later — and keep your home warm and efficient all winter long.

Wiley Cash got a library card as soon as he could in his hometown of Gastonia. At 6 years old, “I remember holding that card and thinking, I will never be bored,” the New York Times bestselling author said. Cash and his wife, photographer Mallory Cash, are starting...

(This story was updated to include new information.) The Wilmington Police Department responded to a shooting that left two dead at an apartment complex. Two people are dead following a shooting that occurred around 11 a.m. on Dec. 9 at the Hanover Landing Apartments, Public Information Officer Greg Willett said....