Wilmington NC

The State Ports Authority incurred a $6.3 million operating loss in fiscal 2024-25, following a $4.4 million loss a year earlier, according to a report released Wednesday by State Auditor Dave Boliek. It cited higher operating expenses as a factor. Still, the authority improved its overall net position by $51.2...

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WWAY) –The man charged with murder in a deadly Oak Island shooting has been released from jail after posting a $1 million secured bond. According to court documents, 40-year-old Brian Reed Grant was granted bond during a hearing on September 5. As part of his release, Grant must wear an...

BOLIVIA, NC (WWAY) — Brunswick County Schools has released a statement regarding the arrest of a teacher who works for the district. The school district says the incidents did not occur on campus and do not involve students in the school district. The district’s full statement is below:

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The North Carolina Azalea Festival is unveiling its 2026 pin design this weekend. Organizers say the unveiling is part of the festival’s ongoing celebration of community spirit, Southern charm and the arts. Staff will serve hors d’oeuvres as attendees enjoy community artistry, with pin...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — More than 60 years ago, schoolchildren across North Carolina helped save the Battleship North Carolina with their lunch money. In 1961, students and community members from across the state collected nickels, dimes, and spare change to “Save Our Ship,” raising more than $300,000 to bring the...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A former Hoggard High School teacher battling breast cancer for the second time says she struggled to receive disability benefits from the North Carolina Retirement System while navigating cancer treatment and homelessness. Jennifer Hall reached out to WECT in September about issues...

SUNSET BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - Several hundred people were packed into the Sea Trail Convention Center in Sunset Beach Thursday night. Homeowners, business owners, and residents came to learn more about a proposed route that aims to cut down on travel times between Myrtle Beach and Wilmington. The Carolina Bays...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office (NHCSO) has located two missing children. Mina Stevens and Ella Kolind have been located and returned home as of Oct. 22, reports NHCSO.

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) has issued a boil water advisory due to a valve replacement near the New Centre Drive and North Kerr Avenue intersection. CFPUA says the advisory will be in effect starting at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23. 150 customers...

Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of wilmington..