Wilmington NC

SOUHTPORT, NC (WWAY) — Recently, the Southport Board of Aldermen appointed, Noah Saldo, as its new City Manager. Saldo previously worked as a funeral director, but his career shifted to work in local government. In August of 2024 Noah Saldo started as Southport City Clerk. Just six months later,...

So far this year, six pedestrians and one bicyclist have been killed in crashes in the city of Wilmington. Wilmington Planning and Development Director Linda Painter says that's far too many. "Vision Zero is the idea that it doesn't have to be this way, that instead of looking at traffic...

Wilmington City Council prepares to again discuss controversial public camping ordinance. An amended version of the ordinance, first introduced by council member Luke Waddell, passed first reading 5-2 during city council’s meeting on Sept. 9. Updated: 3 hours ago. This property is the same location where supporters...

As Hurricane Gabrielle churns in the Atlantic Ocean, the National Weather Service in Wilmington said parts of coastal southeast North Carolina will be under a high rip current risk Tuesday.

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - The parents and grandfather of a two-month-old who died on Feb. 21 have been arrested and charged in connection with his death. Arrest warrants state that the child’s parents, Chloe Marnell and Jayhlen Washington, face charges of involuntary manslaughter and Negligent Child...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Cameron Art Museum (CAM) is hosting its Barbecue and Bourbon Bash at the museum this September. The event will feature live classic rock from the band ‘Hood’s Creek’, along with smoked barbecue, southern side dishes, and craft bourbon cocktails. Purchasing a ticket...

Riegelwood, NC (WWAY) — Men & Women United for Youth & Families will host a Community Housing Education Expo on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ransom Activity Center, 2694 General Howe Highway, Riegelwood. The free event will connect residents with resources on first-time homebuying, home...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - As powerful Hurricane Gabrielle churns across the North Atlantic this week, Cape Fear surf -- especially that of New Hanover and Pender counties -- will continue to harbor an elevated rip current risk. Elsewhere in the tropics this week: not one, but two disturbances will have a chance to...

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — The YMCA Wrightsville Beach Sprint Triathlon will return Saturday, marking the 46th year of the event. More than 1,000 athletes and spectators are expected to take part in the race, which is sold out. Organizers are encouraging the public to come out and cheer on participants and to...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Do you have a home escape plan for your family?. Families can enter the Wilmington Fire Department’s competition to prove their fire-safety skills. Participants can submit a photo, video, or PDF of their family’s plan. The winning family will receive a private fire...