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Contractors miss deadlines on Shallotte park project, now paying $1,000 a day
In Brunswick County, contractors working on the expansion project of Mulberry Park in Shallotte have surpassed their contracted deadlines.
Ocean Isle Beach residents turn to sandbags as erosion escalates
In Brunswick County, Ocean Isle Beach has been battling beach erosion for years, and the erosion has now accelerated on the east end.
Pender County eliminates tourism department in new budget
“Tourism generates 1,000 jobs in Pender County – that's $40.4 million in income. Tourism in 2023 generated $9.1 million in local taxes.”
Kids attend weeklong agriculture camp at a local farm
Campers take part in hands-on activities that include gardening, cooking, fishing, and kayaking. Meals are made with produce grown on the farm.
Oak Island revises ordinance to target big beach holes
Holes dug on the beach strand cannot be deeper than 12”; can only be dug using toy shovels intended for use by children; must be attended at all times; and must be completely filled in by 6:00 p.m.
Pender County Animal Shelter hosting $5 adoption this weekend
The Pender County Animal Shelter says they are so full, they may have to euthanize some of the animals for spacing reasons for the first time in nearly a decade.
Wilmington softball team headed to Babe Ruth World Series in Alabama
One group of young ladies will go from the Cape Fear to the Heart of Dixie with the hopes of winning a national championship in softball.
More details released on woman charged with 93 counts of animal cruelty
The Columbus County Sheriff's Office is revealing new details about a woman facing animal cruelty charges after seizing nearly a hundred animals from her home.
Bolton man sentenced at least 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to attempted murder
A Columbus County man was sentenced to at least 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to attempted murder from 2023.
NC drivers get 2 more years to renew their driver's license after expiration date
Drivers in North Carolina can now wait two more years to renew their driver's license after its expiration date.
Maritime Museum to host program on burning of Fort Johnston
The North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport is getting ready to host an all-day program that commemorates the pivotal 1775 event that spurred North Carolina into the Revolutionary War.
'The Great Food Truck Race' hosted by Tyler Florence premieres next month
We now know when a new season of a reality show that stopped to shoot an episode in Wilmington will air.
What to know about season 3 of Wilmington-shot Amazon show 'The Summer I Turned Pretty'
The third and final season of "The Summer I Turned Pretty" — the Wilmington-shot, coming-of-age drama series that's been a hit for Amazon's Prime Video streaming service — premieres the first two of its 11 episodes on Wednesday, July 16.
Boat ramp in Oak Island closed for repairs following damage
The public boat ramp at NE 55th Street in Oak Island has been closed indefinitely following damage to the main support piling of its floating dock, town officials announced Thursday.
New Hanover County Main Library to temporarily close ahead of move to new building
The New Hanover County Main Library in downtown Wilmington will temporarily close on Sunday, August 3, as preparations begin for its relocation to the new library facility.
Trump plans to tour Texas flood damage as the scope of the disaster tests his pledge to shutter FEMA
As President Donald Trump heads to Texas on Friday for a firsthand look at the devastation caused by catastrophic flooding, he has remained conspicuously quiet about his previous promises to do away with the federal agency in charge of disaster relief.
Justin Bieber releases 'Swag,' his long-awaited seventh album
Never say never! Justin Bieber surprised fans Friday by releasing “Swag,” his seventh studio album, hours after he teased it on billboards and social media posts.
Wildfires force evacuations at Grand Canyon and Black Canyon of the Gunnison parks
Visitors and staff at two national parks in the U.S. West have been evacuated because of wildfires.
Contractors miss deadlines on Shallotte park project, now paying $1,000 a day
In Brunswick County, contractors working on the expansion project of Mulberry Park in Shallotte have surpassed their contracted deadlines.
Ocean Isle Beach residents turn to sandbags as erosion escalates
In Brunswick County, Ocean Isle Beach has been battling beach erosion for years, and the erosion has now accelerated on the east end.
Pender County eliminates tourism department in new budget
“Tourism generates 1,000 jobs in Pender County – that's $40.4 million in income. Tourism in 2023 generated $9.1 million in local taxes.”
Kids attend weeklong agriculture camp at a local farm
Campers take part in hands-on activities that include gardening, cooking, fishing, and kayaking. Meals are made with produce grown on the farm.
Oak Island revises ordinance to target big beach holes
Holes dug on the beach strand cannot be deeper than 12”; can only be dug using toy shovels intended for use by children; must be attended at all times; and must be completely filled in by 6:00 p.m.
Pender County Animal Shelter hosting $5 adoption this weekend
The Pender County Animal Shelter says they are so full, they may have to euthanize some of the animals for spacing reasons for the first time in nearly a decade.
More details released on woman charged with 93 counts of animal cruelty
The Columbus County Sheriff's Office is revealing new details about a woman facing animal cruelty charges after seizing nearly a hundred animals from her home.
Bolton man sentenced at least 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to attempted murder
A Columbus County man was sentenced to at least 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to attempted murder from 2023.
Maritime Museum to host program on burning of Fort Johnston
The North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport is getting ready to host an all-day program that commemorates the pivotal 1775 event that spurred North Carolina into the Revolutionary War.
'The Great Food Truck Race' hosted by Tyler Florence premieres next month
We now know when a new season of a reality show that stopped to shoot an episode in Wilmington will air.
What to know about season 3 of Wilmington-shot Amazon show 'The Summer I Turned Pretty'
The third and final season of "The Summer I Turned Pretty" — the Wilmington-shot, coming-of-age drama series that's been a hit for Amazon's Prime Video streaming service — premieres the first two of its 11 episodes on Wednesday, July 16.
Boat ramp in Oak Island closed for repairs following damage
The public boat ramp at NE 55th Street in Oak Island has been closed indefinitely following damage to the main support piling of its floating dock, town officials announced Thursday.
New Hanover County Main Library to temporarily close ahead of move to new building
The New Hanover County Main Library in downtown Wilmington will temporarily close on Sunday, August 3, as preparations begin for its relocation to the new library facility.
School districts across NC preparing to implement cellphone ban policies
House Bill 959 requires school districts to have a policy requiring cellphones and other electronic devices, like tablets and laptops, to be turned off when class is in session.
City of Fayetteville begins issuing penalties for youth curfew violations
The city just wrapped up a 30-day grace period, holding off on penalizing parents if children 16 and younger broke the 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. curfew.
North Carolina ranked No. 1 State for business; Stein visits Wilmington
North Carolina finished third in the economy category and fourth in business friendliness. The network scored each state on 10 categories.
Engineer travels to help Pender County homeowner with solar system
Buck said he owns a full Generac solar setup but could not find anyone to service it after Titan Solar filed for bankruptcy.
Brunswick County Dollar General fined for scanning errors
Eleven stores in eight counties including one in Brunswick County were fined by the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Standards Division for price scanning errors during the second quarter of 2025.
Bridge in Southport reopens after Potential Tropical Cyclone Eight
N.C. Department of Transportation and local officials gathered this week to celebrate the reopening of the bridge over Prices Creek on East Moore Street in Southport. The bridge officially opened to drivers Thursday afternoon.
Bladen County displays US founding documents outside courthouse
Bladen County recently welcomed a new display outside of the county courthouse that shows the nation's founding documents.
David Gergen, adviser to four presidents, has died
David Gergen, a veteran of Washington politics and an adviser to four presidents in a career spanning decades in government, academia and media, has died. He was 83.
NC drivers get 2 more years to renew their driver's license after expiration date
Drivers in North Carolina can now wait two more years to renew their driver's license after its expiration date.
Attorneys General reach settlements with eight drugmakers over opioids
The funds from these settlements will be allocated within North Carolina just like the prior opioid settlements, with 85% going to local governments to address the effects of the opioid crisis. North Carolina counties and large municipalities will need to sign onto these settlements in the next three months in order to maximize the money coming into the state.
City of Fayetteville begins issuing penalties for youth curfew violations
The city just wrapped up a 30-day grace period, holding off on penalizing parents if children 16 and younger broke the 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. curfew.
North Carolina's first standalone children's hospital set to bring 8,000 jobs to a Raleigh suburb
North Carolina’s first standalone children’s hospital will be built in a bedroom community near the state capital, the project’s health systems announced Thursday, creating a campus estimated to bring 8,000 jobs to the area.
Bladen County Animal Shelter is full
The Bladen County Animal Shelter says their kennels are full, and you can help save an animal's life.
Speed cameras in school zones are now legal in North Carolina
The new law allows cities and towns to set up speed cameras in school zones. Drivers caught speeding are subject to a $250 fine but will not get points against their driver’s license.
Wilmington Parks and Recreation holds Bingo challenge
July is Parks and Recreation Month, and Wilmington is hosting an interactive way to explore Wilmington's parks, facilities, and programs.
Cape Fear Community College to Host Drop-In Financial Aid Assistance Event
Cape Fear Community College invites current and prospective students to a drop-in Financial Aid assistance event on Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
North Carolina governor vetoes anti-DEI and transgender rights bills, calling them 'mean-spirited'
North Carolina Democratic Gov. Josh Stein vetoed on Thursday three anti-DEI bills and another measure that in part would target transgender rights.
House gives final approval to Pres. Trump's big tax bill
The tight roll call, 218-214, had two Republicans joining all Democrats opposed.
North Carolina Gov. Stein vetoes bill repealing interim greenhouse gas reduction mandate
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein vetoed legislation Wednesday that in part would repeal an interim greenhouse gas reduction mandate set for power generation in a 2021 law, arguing that the bill would have discouraged diverse energy sources and harmed consumers.
New Hanover County works to eliminate dozens of positions after budget cuts
New Hanover County staff are still working to determine which county positions will be cut this year at the direction of county commissioners.
North Carolina now in top 5 states for lightning deaths
Most people get hit on weekends, usually in the afternoon. Two out of three deaths happen between noon and 6 p.m. As far as what people are doing when they get struck, most are having fun.
Local party chairs, UNCW professor weigh in on Sen. Tillis' retirement
The balance of the Senate could rest on the shoulders of North Carolina after Senator Thom Tillis announced he won't seek re-election in 2026.
From insurance to vaping, key North Carolina laws now in effect
Starting Tuesday, July 1st, several new laws are in effect for North Carolina.
NC Highway Patrol becomes independent agency
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is now operating as an independent agency, no longer under the umbrella of the North Carolina Department of Public Safety, according to a news release.
Boys and Girls Homes of NC cuts ribbon on renovated emergency center
The emergency care center provides a safe place to stay for children who've been removed from their homes.
Operation Firecracker Booze It & Lose It campaign starts Monday
This year's Operation Firecracker Booze It & Lose It campaign begins Monday.
NC Sen. Thom Tillis says he won't seek re-election in 2026
In a statement released Sunday, Tillis said he’s frustrated with partisan gridlock in Washington, and that he will no longer be seeking re-election in the 2026 midterms.
Walmart recalls 850,000 water bottles after two consumers suffer vision loss from ejecting caps
Walmart is recalling about 850,000 stainless steel water bottles because the lid can “forcefully eject” and unexpectedly strike consumers — resulting in permanent vision loss for two people to date.
Trump announces 30% tariffs against EU, Mexico to begin August 1
President Donald Trump on Saturday announced he's levying tariffs of 30% against the European Union and Mexico.
David Gergen, adviser to four presidents, has died
David Gergen, a veteran of Washington politics and an adviser to four presidents in a career spanning decades in government, academia and media, has died. He was 83.
Attorneys General reach settlements with eight drugmakers over opioids
The funds from these settlements will be allocated within North Carolina just like the prior opioid settlements, with 85% going to local governments to address the effects of the opioid crisis. North Carolina counties and large municipalities will need to sign onto these settlements in the next three months in order to maximize the money coming into the state.
New Hampshire judge decides to pause Trump’s birthright citizenship order
A federal judge in New Hampshire said Thursday he will certify a class action lawsuit including all children who will be affected by President Donald Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship and issue a preliminary injunction blocking it.
AI kingpin Nvidia crowned as first public company with a $4 trillion valuation
Silicon Valley chipmaker Nvidia on Wednesday became the first publicly traded company to surpass a $4 trillion market valuation, putting the latest exclamation point on the investor frenzy surrounding an artificial intelligence boom powered by its industry-leading processors.
Biden's former doctor refuses to answer questions in House Republican probe
President Joe Biden’s former White House physician refused on Wednesday to answer questions as part of the House Republican investigation into Biden’s health in office.
Texas inspectors signed off on Camp Mystic’s emergency plan 2 days before deadly flood, records show
Texas inspectors signed off on Camp Mystic’s emergency planning just two days before catastrophic flooding killed more than two dozen people at the all-girls Christian summer camp, most of them children.
Residents still shaken a day after federal authorities march through Los Angeles' MacArthur Park
Hector Velasquez was playing cards with friends at MacArthur Park in Los Angeles early Monday when a young man with a megaphone walked through announcing federal agents were on their way. Another man drove past in a car, shouting out the window, “Immigration is coming!”
TSA to end shoes-off policy for airport security screening
Nearly 20 years after airline passengers were first required to remove their shoes for security, the policy is being phased out.
Trump and Netanyahu take a victory lap to mark strikes on Iran nuclear facilities
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told President Donald Trump that he was nominating the U.S. leader for a Nobel Peace Prize as the two took a victory lap on Monday to hail their recent joint strikes on Iran 's nuclear facilities as an unmitigated success.
Trump says US must send more weapons to Ukraine, days after ordering pause in deliveries
President Donald Trump said Monday the U.S. will have to send more weapons to Ukraine, just days after ordering a pause in critical weapons deliveries to Kyiv.
Debate erupts over role job cuts played in weather forecasts ahead of deadly Texas floods
Former federal officials and outside experts have warned for months that President Donald Trump’s deep staffing cuts to the National Weather Service could endanger lives.
American kids have become increasingly unhealthy over nearly two decades, new study finds
The health of U.S. children has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with kids today more likely to have obesity, chronic diseases and mental health problems like depression, a new study says.
Madre Fire in California explodes to more than 70,000 acres
A massive California wildfire has prompted evacuation orders and a highway closure.
How people are celebrating, protesting and traveling for July Fourth
Recent polls will tell you there's been a drop in national pride among Americans, particularly Democrats in the Trump era, with some questioning whether to celebrate July Fourth at all this year.
Trump to sign "big, beautiful bill" in July Fourth ceremony at White House
President Trump is bringing pomp and circumstance to his signing of the "big, beautiful bill" on Friday, with an Independence Day ceremony at the White House.
Over 100 firefighters battle California fireworks blaze that leaves woman in critical condition
A woman has been left in critical condition after suffering injuries in a residential fire involving active fireworks that more than 100 firefighters responded to, officials said.
Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. arrested by ICE for deportation, federal officials say
Famed Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. has been arrested for overstaying his visa and lying on a green card application and will be deported to Mexico, where he faces organized crime charges, U.S. federal officials said Thursday.
First immigration detainees arrive at Florida center in the Everglades
The first group of immigrants has arrived at a new detention center deep in the Florida Everglades that officials have dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz,” a spokesperson for Republican state Attorney General James Uthmeier told The Associated Press.
Trump and Netanyahu take a victory lap to mark strikes on Iran nuclear facilities
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told President Donald Trump that he was nominating the U.S. leader for a Nobel Peace Prize as the two took a victory lap on Monday to hail their recent joint strikes on Iran 's nuclear facilities as an unmitigated success.
Supreme Court, in birthright citizenship case, limits judges' use of nationwide injunctions
The Supreme Court on Friday limited the use of nationwide injunctions, reining in federal judges' ability to issue sweeping orders that have in recent years stymied implementation of policies from Republican and Democratic presidential administrations alike.
Air India black box recovered after crash that killed 241 onboard and several others on the ground
The flight data recorder from the crashed Air India flight was recovered Friday in what likely will lead to clues about the cause of the accident that killed 241 people on the plane and a number of others on the ground.
Lights, camera, glitter ball: The Eurovision Song Contest reaches its grand final
The world’s largest live music event has reached its glitter-drenched conclusion with the grand final on Saturday of the Eurovision Song Contest, a celebration of music and unity ruffled by discord over Israel’s participation.
US and China take a step back from sky-high tariffs and agree to pause for 90 days for more talks
U.S. and Chinese officials said Monday they had reached a deal to roll back most of their recent tariffs and call a 90-day truce in their trade war to allow for more talks on resolving their trade disputes.
Robert Prevost, first American pope in history of the Catholic Church, will take the name Leo XIV
Cardinal Robert Prevost, a missionary who spent his career ministering in Peru and leads the Vatican’s powerful office of bishops, was elected the first American pope in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church.
Don’t have a REAL ID yet? That could cause you travel headaches after May 7
The deadline to get a REAL ID is fast approaching after years of postponements and delays.
Wall Street sinks following signals that the US economy is sputtering
A discouraging report suggesting the U.S. economy may have shrunk at the start of the year, before most of President Donald Trump’s announced tariffs could take effect, is knocking U.S. stocks lower on Wednesday.
Ukraine says it’s poised to sign a key mineral resources deal sought by the US
Ukraine is ready to sign an agreement that would give the U.S. access to its valuable rare minerals in the hopes of ensuring continued American support for Kyiv in its grinding war with Russia, senior Ukrainian officials said Wednesday.
Russian strike on Kyiv kills at least 12 in biggest attack on Ukrainian capital since last summer
Russia pounded Kyiv with an hourslong barrage of missiles and drones Thursday, killing at least 12 people in its deadliest assault on the Ukrainian capital since July and drawing a rare rebuke of Moscow from U.S. President Donald Trump just as peace efforts were coming to a head.
Boston Marathon and city insist all are welcome. But some runners say politics will keep them home
The Boston Marathon and Mayor Michelle Wu insisted on Friday that international runners and other foreign visitors remain welcome in the city and said there is no evidence that travel for this year’s race has fallen off in the face of increased border scrutiny.
China hits back at US and will raise tariffs on American goods from 84% to 125%
China announced Friday that it will raise tariffs on U.S. goods from 84% to 125% — the latest salvo in an escalating trade war between the world's two largest economies that has rattled markets and raised fears of a global slowdown.
American YouTuber who left a Diet Coke can for a reclusive tribe on an island is arrested in India
Indian police have arrested a 24-year-old American Youtuber who visited an off-limits island in the Indian ocean and left an offering of a Diet Coke can and a coconut in an attempt to make contact with an isolated tribe known for attacking intruders.
A behind-the-scenes look at Nintendo Switch 2
NEW YORK (AP) — Nintendo's Switch 2 is bigger and better than its predecessor of eight years past as the video game developer pushes to bring its brand into “a new era" where social experiences are at the forefront. The…
Trump has dubbed April 2 'Liberation Day' for his tariffs. Here's what to expect
As the trade wars launched by U.S. President Donald Trump continue to escalate, all eyes are on Wednesday.
Doctor cites the pope's 'surprising improvement' after surviving life-threatening crises
Pope Francis has shown ‘’a truly surprising improvement’’ since returning to the Vatican to convalesce after surviving a life-threatening bout with double-pneumonia, the doctor who coordinated the pontiff’s five-week hospitalization said Saturday.
Senate will question US intelligence officials on national security threats after war plans exposed
The Trump administration's top intelligence officials face Congress this week to offer their first testimony in office about the threats facing the United States and tackle urgent questions about the security breach that unfolded when war plans were mistakenly leaked to a journalist.
Pope Francis to make first public appearance on Sunday, the Vatican says
Pope Francis will make his first public appearance on Sunday with a blessing and a wave more than a month after he was admitted into Rome's Gemelli Hospital.
Israel threatens Gaza's residents with "complete destruction" if Hamas doesn't hand over hostages
Israel's defense minister threatened earlier this week to open "the gates of hell" in Gaza if Hamas refuses to meet Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's demands, and Israel has been delivering. At least 58 people were killed in a third consecutive night of airstrikes up and down the Palestinian territory, bringing the death toll to an estimated 500 people.
Zelenskyy and Putin have agreed to a limited ceasefire, but implementation is work in progress
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine and Russia agreed in principle to a limited ceasefire after President Donald Trump spoke with the countries’ leaders this week, though it remains to be seen when it might take effect and what possible targets would be off limits to attack. The tentative deal to partially rein in the grinding war came after Russian President Vladimir Putin rebuffed Trump’s push for a full 30-day ceasefire. After a roughly hourlong call with Trump on Wednesday that both leaders said went well, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told reporters that “technical” talks in Saudi Arabia this weekend would seek to resolve what types of infrastructure would be protected under the agreement.
Gallery of Oriental Rugs celebrates 36 years in Wilmington
Gallery of Oriental Rugs in Wilmington is celebrating its 36th anniversary with an exclusive April-only event featuring wholesale pricing on thousands of rugs and luxury carpets.
Pet Pals: Adult female cat looking for forever home
This week’s pet pal is a 2-year female old cat named June.
Pet Pals: Female dog looking for her forever home
This week's Pet Pal is a six to seven-year-old female named Bella.
Pet Pals: Female pit mix looking for forever home
Staff says D is an active, happy girl and does well with other dogs.
Pet Pals: Adult male mix looking for forever home
This week's Pet Pal is a 3-year-old neutered male mixed breed dog.
Treating depression in a novel way takes a team
In recent years, advancements in neuroscience have paved the way for innovative treatments targeting various mental health disorders. One such treatment gaining attention is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate specific regions of…
The Carolina Beat: Robeson Community College Respiratory Therapy Program
Christina Dees speaks to Kelli Huestuss and Danyelle Miray about Robeson Community College's Respiratory Therapy Program.
The Carolina Beat: Robeson Community College Massage Therapy
Christina Dees speaks to Margarita Colon about Robeson Community College's Massage Therapy Program.
The Carolina Beat: Robeson Community College Workforce Solutions
Christina Dees speaks to Julie Baxley and Kena Skipper about Robeson Community College's Workforce Solutions.
The Carolina Beat: Robeson Community College Nurse Aide Program
Christina Dees speaks to Shronda Parker, Terri Oxendine and Jael Francois about Robeson Community College's Nurse Aide Program.
The Carolina Beat: Robeson Community College Law Enforcement Program
Christina Dees speaks to Matt Dimery and Timothy Bernicki about Robeson Community College's Law Enforcement Program.
The Carolina Beat: Spot Real Estate
Christina Dees speaks to realtor/broker Marcia McKenzie about Spot Real Estate.
The Carolina Beat: Robeson Community College Barbering Program
Christina Dees speaks to Connie Baker and Roger Robinson about Robeson Community College's Barbering Program.
The Carolina Beat: Fulford Heating & Cooling
Christina Dees speaks to Justin Fulford about Fulford Heating & Cooling.
New Hope for Those With Depression Disorders
In the past few decades, more and more people have become aware of the importance of mental health treatment. Just twenty years ago, seeing a therapist would have been considered taboo in many communities. Now, Gen-Z discusses symptoms of anxiety the way…
The Carolina Beat: A+ Heating and Cooling Electrical
Christina Dees speaks to Justin Goeden about A+ Heating and Cooling Electrical.