Wilmington NC Local News

Over 1,800 UNCW students graduated on Sunday. In fact the university held 3 commencement ceremonies to accommodate everyone. Full story...

The search for Brunswick County's next sheriff is nearly complete. On Saturday, members of the county's Democratic Party sifted through the list of candidates vying to take the seat left by former Sheriff Ron Hewett. Full story...

It's for the 16th annual "Stamp Out Hunger" food drive. Local letter carriers from the U.S Postal Service work with local food banks to help feed those who are hungry this mother's day. Full story...

A small group of community members came together to stop the violence. The Marshall family, lost a son and a brother. Robert Jr., was murdered in March, now, the Marshalls are trying to make the streets safe for their grandchildren. Full story...

In the final segment of our series Young, Black and Under Attack. We highlight two community organizations dedicated to helping teenagers. Teens say these groups gave them a voice. Full story...

Two years ago, Bolivia resident Chris Neal was killed in Iraq. Now, his dad is honoring his son in a big way. Full story...

Several major retail chains are closing their doors. The Sharper Image at Mayfaire is one of 96 company locations closing its doors. Full story...

There is new information tonight on the people suspected in the murder of Brunswick County Realtor Adam Bradshaw. Full story...

Every time our region suffers a fire, hurricane or other disaster, the Red Cross is on the way. This year the Cape Fear chapter celebrates a milestone: its one-hundredth anniversary. From disaster relief, to blood donations, the local chapter has left its mark. Full story...

The Community Boys and Girls Club specializes in helping at risk youth. Full story...

The Federal Communications Commission announced Thursday that Wilmington will be the first television market in the country to test the switch to using only digital broadcast signals. Starting at noon on September 8, all the commercial TV stations in Wilmington, including WWAY, will stop using their analog signals and broadcast only digitally. Full story...

Part of Carolina Beach Road is closed this afternoon, because of a fire at a junkyard. Heavy smoke is blanketing much of the area. From the North, traffic is being diverted to Sanders Road. From the South, traffic is being directed onto Myrtle Grove Road. Full story...

Davidson County sheriff's deputies say a suspect was killed and four people wounded in a shooting near Lexington. Full story...

In just a few days Brunswick County will have a new sheriff. The county Democratic Executive Committee will decide Ron Hewett's successor Saturday. Full story...