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Thousands of fans gather as BTS launches world tour in South Korea
Thousands of fans gather as BTS launches world tour in South Korea.
Last month was hottest March on record for continental U.S. — by most for any month ever, federal data shows
March's persistent unseasonable heat was so intense that the continental United States registered its most abnormally hot month in 132 years of records, according to federal weather data. And the next year or so looks to turn the dial up on global warmth even more, as some forecasts predict a brewing El Niño will reach super strength.
Wilmington shop to host book reading benefiting Cape Fear Literacy Council
A local record and book shop is bringing together literature, music, and community for a special event supporting literacy efforts in the Cape Fear region.
Emperor penguin, Antarctic fur seal now listed as endangered in updated IUCN Red List
Emperor penguin, Antarctic fur seal now listed as endangered in updated IUCN Red List.
Inflation was cooling. Now the Iran war could push it back to 2024 levels.
Inflation was cooling. Now the Iran war could push it back to 2024 levels.
Cool temperatures this morning but a warm up is coming this weekend
You will need your jacket this morning with temperatures into the lower 40s.
Ceasefire in the Iran war teeters in the face of disagreements over Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz
A tentative ceasefire in the Iran war staggered Thursday under the weight of Israel’s intense bombardment of Beirut, Tehran’s continued chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, and uncertainty over whether negotiators can find common ground on a range of other differences.
Protesters rally against planned Maryland immigration detention facility that's now paused
Horns blared and protesters screamed “Stop ICE!” outside a meeting on the western edge of Maryland where county officials were discussing mundane issues like the solid waste budget.
GM recalling more than 270,000 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles in US due to rearview camera screen issue
General Motors is recalling more than 270,000 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles in the U.S. because the rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.
Artemis II astronauts follow Apollo tradition of naming lunar features after loved ones
Lunar love knows no bounds. Now hurtling home from the moon, the Artemis II astronauts took a poignant page from Apollo 8 earlier this week, proposing deeply personal names for a pair of lunar craters.
March smashes record as most abnormally hot month for continental US, federal meteorologists say
March’s persistent unseasonable heat was so intense that the continental United States registered its most abnormally hot month in 132 years of records, according to federal weather data. And the next year or so looks to turn the dial up on global warmth even more, as some forecasts predict a brewing El Nino will reach superstrength.
Throwback Thursday Azalea Festival Edition: Michael Jordan, Phylicia Rashad, and elephants
This week’s Throwback Thursday revisits memorable moments from past North Carolina Azalea Festivals, featuring familiar faces and long-standing traditions in Wilmington.
Azalea Festival brings tourism surge, millions in economic impact to Cape Fear region
Organizers say the annual event attracts people from across the region, the state, and beyond.
Trump complains NATO 'wasn't there when we needed them' after talks with alliance leader Rutte
President Donald Trump repeated his complaint about NATO after a closed-door meeting with the alliance's Secretary-General Mark Rutte on Wednesday for discussions that had been expected to be aimed at soothing Trump’s anger with the military alliance over the Iran war.
Buffalo Traffic Jam to perform in Wilmington this summer
Buffalo Traffic Jam, an upcoming folk group, is scheduled to perform at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater in Wilmington this summer, according to an announcement from Live Nation.
Topsail claims tournament title over South Brunswick 5-3
Topsail baseball claimed the Cougar Diamond Classic title with a 5-3 win over hosting South Brunswick Wednesday night.
An Army veteran is charged with sharing classified details of an elite commando unit
An Army veteran has been charged with sharing classified information about an elite commando unit with a journalist, which one official said put the country, members of the U.S. military and the nation's allies at risk.
Chadbourn to host wine social as start of strawberry festival
A wine tasting event scheduled for April 18 will help launch this year’s North Carolina Strawberry Festival in Chadbourn, according to organizers.
NFL's Alex Highsmith to headline derby-style event during Azalea Festival weekend
A Kentucky Derby-style event during Azalea Festival weekend will bring a hometown NFL star back to Wilmington while honoring two local leaders.
Bladen County’s Rosindale Road Fire now 762 acres, half contained
The Rosindale Road Fire burning in Bladen County has grown to 762 acres and is now 50% contained, according to the N.C. Forest Service.
Wilmington shop to host book reading benefiting Cape Fear Literacy Council
A local record and book shop is bringing together literature, music, and community for a special event supporting literacy efforts in the Cape Fear region.
Cool temperatures this morning but a warm up is coming this weekend
You will need your jacket this morning with temperatures into the lower 40s.
Throwback Thursday Azalea Festival Edition: Michael Jordan, Phylicia Rashad, and elephants
This week’s Throwback Thursday revisits memorable moments from past North Carolina Azalea Festivals, featuring familiar faces and long-standing traditions in Wilmington.
Azalea Festival brings tourism surge, millions in economic impact to Cape Fear region
Organizers say the annual event attracts people from across the region, the state, and beyond.
Buffalo Traffic Jam to perform in Wilmington this summer
Buffalo Traffic Jam, an upcoming folk group, is scheduled to perform at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater in Wilmington this summer, according to an announcement from Live Nation.
Chadbourn to host wine social as start of strawberry festival
A wine tasting event scheduled for April 18 will help launch this year’s North Carolina Strawberry Festival in Chadbourn, according to organizers.
Free health checks at the Azalea Festival Street fair this weekend
While enjoying the Azalea street festival, why not check on your health.
How the property values in Pender County spiked
Pender County has paused the re-evaluations of people's property, after resident complaints concerning the high increase in last night's county commissioner meeting.
Wilmington police increase patrols ahead of Azalea Festival days after deadly stabbing
Wilmington police are increasing patrols ahead of this weekend’s North Carolina Azalea Festival taking place just days after two unrelated stabbings early Sunday in downtown Wilmington, including one that left a 21-year-old Marine dead.
Azalea Festival kicked off with Queen’s Coronation at Battleship North Carolina
The North Carolina Azalea Festival officially kicked off Wednesday with one of its signature events, the Queen’s Coronation.
Spring pests on the rise; experts urge prevention
As temperatures rise, so does pest activity across the region, with experts warning that spring is a peak time for unwanted insects and rodents to move into homes.
Opposition grows against Fuquay-Varina plan to draw water from Cape Fear River
Opponents have increased their concerns through online messaging and formal appeals, arguing the proposal could strain a key drinking water source for southeastern North Carolina communities.
2026 North Carolina Azalea Festival to bring road closures to downtown Wilmington
Road closures and traffic changes are planned in downtown Wilmington this weekend as the North Carolina Azalea Festival Parade and Street Fair return, according to Wilmington Downtown, Inc.
Cape Fear Community College to host marine technology career discovery night
Cape Fear Community College will host a Career Discovery Night for its Marine Technology program on April 21, offering prospective and current students an opportunity to learn about careers in marine science and maritime industries.
Former Oak Island realty operator accused of embezzling rental funds
Oak Island police have arrested a Bolivia woman following a months-long investigation into alleged embezzlement involving multiple property owners.
Columbus County chase ends in arrest, cocaine charges
A traffic stop during a narcotics patrol in Columbus County led to a high-speed pursuit and arrest, according to the sheriff’s office.
Azalea Festival President shares what to expect at 2026 festival
The North Carolina Azalea Festival is underway, with events scheduled throughout the week leading up to a full slate of activities this weekend.
SCC to host summer pharmacy academy for high school students
Southeastern Community College will host a two-day summer academy focused on pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences for high school students in June.
Dozens of azaleas planted at Long Leaf Park during Plant an Azalea Week
Dozens of volunteers gathered at Long Leaf Park on Tuesday as part of “Plant an Azalea” Week, a yearly effort to enhance public spaces and preserve Wilmington’s identity as the “City of a Million Azaleas.”
FEMA buyout program targets 75 homes in western North Carolina
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved more than $26 million to buy out 75 flood-damaged homes in North Carolina as part of ongoing recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene.
Bicycle crashes rise in Wilmington area as population growth strains infrastructure
A growing safety concern is emerging across the Cape Fear region as bicycle crashes increase alongside population growth.
NCDMV launches online upgrade for provisional licenses
The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles has launched a new online service allowing eligible drivers to upgrade from a Level 2 Limited Provisional License to a full Class C driver license without visiting an office.
Marion woman charged in connection to McDowell County wildfire
A Marion woman has been charged in connection to a wildfire currently burning in McDowell County, according to officials.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport evacuated after anonymous threat
Raleigh-Durham International Airport Terminal 1 was evacuated after an anonymous threat around 4:20 Monday morning.
What's happening across the cape fear this weekend
Whether it's meeting up to deck out your ride, hitting up the bingo halls to win a new clutch, or spending the end of the weekend mingling with beings from across the galaxy, here are some ways you can make the most of your weekend in the Cape Fear.
Wilmington TSA agent struggles without pay as shutdown reaches 41 days
It has now been 41 days since the partial government shutdown began, and many TSA workers across the country continue to report to work without pay.
Missing Eden woman found alive 24 years later hugs daughter in emotional reunion
The Rockingham County woman found alive 24 years after disappearing arrived to court on Thursday, March 26.
Country music artist Ty Myers set to take the stage at Live Oak Bank Pavilion
Live Oak Bank Pavilion is excited to host up-and-coming country music artist Ty Myers. The concert is set for October 16, with supporting acts from Brent Cobb and Benny G.
UNC Men's Basketball fired head coach Hubert Davis
The decision came to a head Tuesday night after Davis spent the past 5 years serving as the Tar Heels' head coach.
WPD seeks more than $250K to replace shotguns with patrol rifles
The Wilmington Police Department is looking to update the type of long-barreled firearm assigned to its officers.
Death investigation underway in Hubert
Deputies with the Onslow County Sheriff’s Office are conducting a death investigation following the discovery of two deceased individuals at a residence in Hubert.
Wilmington photographer documents long recovery of residents in western NC after Hurricane Helene
For months, Peggy Williams and other volunteers searched for her partner, Lenny Widawski, a violinist and musician, who was swept away along with his house by floodwaters.
Fishermen swap crab fishing for cleanup, retrieving hundreds of lost crab pots from waterways
Local fishing crews are taking to regional waterways this week to retrieve lost fishing gear and crab pots. The North Carolina Coastal Federation said abandoned gear can pose a great threat to the environment and boaters.
Boys & Girls Homes launches public Capital Campaign phase with goal of reaching $2.5 million dollars in total
Boys & Girls Homes is launching the public phase of its four-year Making Futures Brighter Now and Forever Capital Campaign with an official goal of reaching $2.5 million for infrastructure, cottage improvements, transportation, and program quality improvements at its Lake Waccamaw campus and its Endowment Fund.
GOP senator joins police in ejecting anti-war protester from Capitol Hill hearing
Republican Sen. Tim Sheehy of Montana assisted several police officers in physically ejecting a man who interrupted a Capitol Hill hearing on Wednesday to object to the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran.
Pender Co. residents turn in unused pesticides at free disposal event
In Pender County, residents were discarding unwanted and unused pesticides at a free disposal event on Wednesday.
After 'Educate Pender' mailer sparks confusion, two endorsed candidates win primary
Now that the primaries are over in Pender County, some of the tension within the local Republican party may be cooling off.
New Red Cross data shows Gen Z leads volunteer numbers in NC
New data released by the American Red Cross shows a multigenerational volunteer base across North Carolina, with younger adults making up the largest share of participants.
Husband arrested in Bahamas in connection to disappearance of his wife, Lynette Hooker
Husband arrested in Bahamas in connection to disappearance of his wife, Lynette Hooker.
Federal appeals court hears arguments about overturning Sean 'Diddy' Combs’ conviction
(ABC) -- Nine months after a New York jury convicted Sean "Diddy" Combs of transporting prostitutes across state lines for drug-fueled sex parties, the hip-hop mogul is set to appear in a federal appeals court on Thursday to challenge his lengthy prison…
Last month was hottest March on record for continental U.S. — by most for any month ever, federal data shows
March's persistent unseasonable heat was so intense that the continental United States registered its most abnormally hot month in 132 years of records, according to federal weather data. And the next year or so looks to turn the dial up on global warmth even more, as some forecasts predict a brewing El Niño will reach super strength.
Inflation was cooling. Now the Iran war could push it back to 2024 levels.
Inflation was cooling. Now the Iran war could push it back to 2024 levels.
Ceasefire in the Iran war teeters in the face of disagreements over Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz
A tentative ceasefire in the Iran war staggered Thursday under the weight of Israel’s intense bombardment of Beirut, Tehran’s continued chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, and uncertainty over whether negotiators can find common ground on a range of other differences.
Protesters rally against planned Maryland immigration detention facility that's now paused
Horns blared and protesters screamed “Stop ICE!” outside a meeting on the western edge of Maryland where county officials were discussing mundane issues like the solid waste budget.
GM recalling more than 270,000 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles in US due to rearview camera screen issue
General Motors is recalling more than 270,000 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles in the U.S. because the rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.
Artemis II astronauts follow Apollo tradition of naming lunar features after loved ones
Lunar love knows no bounds. Now hurtling home from the moon, the Artemis II astronauts took a poignant page from Apollo 8 earlier this week, proposing deeply personal names for a pair of lunar craters.
March smashes record as most abnormally hot month for continental US, federal meteorologists say
March’s persistent unseasonable heat was so intense that the continental United States registered its most abnormally hot month in 132 years of records, according to federal weather data. And the next year or so looks to turn the dial up on global warmth even more, as some forecasts predict a brewing El Nino will reach superstrength.
Trump complains NATO 'wasn't there when we needed them' after talks with alliance leader Rutte
President Donald Trump repeated his complaint about NATO after a closed-door meeting with the alliance's Secretary-General Mark Rutte on Wednesday for discussions that had been expected to be aimed at soothing Trump’s anger with the military alliance over the Iran war.
An Army veteran is charged with sharing classified details of an elite commando unit
An Army veteran has been charged with sharing classified information about an elite commando unit with a journalist, which one official said put the country, members of the U.S. military and the nation's allies at risk.
The Latest: Trump pulls back on threats as US, Israel and Iran reach a 2-week ceasefire deal
Iran, the United States and Israel said they reached a deal for a two-week ceasefire, with Tehran saying it would negotiate with the United States in Islamabad beginning Friday.
Judge tosses PETA's lawsuit against the American Kennel Club over dog breed health
Judge tosses PETA's lawsuit against the American Kennel Club over dog breed health.
Possible 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls head to NYC for National Action Network convention
(ABC) -- What is expected to be the biggest gathering of possible Democratic 2028 presidential hopefuls is set to happen at the convention for the National Action Network, an organization dedicated to fighting for civil rights and equality. In New…
Raising a child now costs over $300,000 in the U.S., study finds. See how your state compares.
Raising a child comes with a long list of expenses, from child care to additional groceries. But how much does that add up to over 18 years?
Rex Heuermann set to plead guilty in the Gilgo Beach killings, ending long search for a serial killer
Rex Heuermann set to plead guilty in the Gilgo Beach killings, ending long search for a serial killer.
Deere & Co agrees to pay $99 million to settle 'right to repair' lawsuit
Deere & Co agrees to pay $99 million to settle 'right to repair' lawsuit.
American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released week after kidnapping in Iraq, Rubio says
American journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped from a Baghdad streetcorner last week, was released Tuesday, U.S. and Iraqi officials said.
'Ketamine Queen' to be sentenced for selling Matthew Perry the drugs that killed him
A woman who admitted to selling Matthew Perry the ketamine that killed him is set to be sentenced Wednesday.
Mullin pledges progress on disaster relief during his first official trip as DHS secretary
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin on Tuesday toured North Carolina areas devastated by Hurricane Helene in 2024, revealing plans to prioritize relief to disaster-impacted communities on his first official trip since replacing Kristi Noem, whose leadership cast uncertainty over federal disaster response.
Japanese town sours on the crowds coming to see cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji
Japanese town sours on the crowds coming to see cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji.
Emperor penguin, Antarctic fur seal now listed as endangered in updated IUCN Red List
Emperor penguin, Antarctic fur seal now listed as endangered in updated IUCN Red List.
Ceasefire in the Iran war teeters in the face of disagreements over Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz
A tentative ceasefire in the Iran war staggered Thursday under the weight of Israel’s intense bombardment of Beirut, Tehran’s continued chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, and uncertainty over whether negotiators can find common ground on a range of other differences.
March smashes record as most abnormally hot month for continental US, federal meteorologists say
March’s persistent unseasonable heat was so intense that the continental United States registered its most abnormally hot month in 132 years of records, according to federal weather data. And the next year or so looks to turn the dial up on global warmth even more, as some forecasts predict a brewing El Nino will reach superstrength.
Trump complains NATO 'wasn't there when we needed them' after talks with alliance leader Rutte
President Donald Trump repeated his complaint about NATO after a closed-door meeting with the alliance's Secretary-General Mark Rutte on Wednesday for discussions that had been expected to be aimed at soothing Trump’s anger with the military alliance over the Iran war.
North Korea fires missiles toward sea after ridiculing South's hopes for better ties
North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea Wednesday in its second launch event in two days, South Korea’s military said, hours after a senior North Korean official released crude insults against Seoul’s hopes for warmer relations.
American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released week after kidnapping in Iraq, Rubio says
American journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped from a Baghdad streetcorner last week, was released Tuesday, U.S. and Iraqi officials said.
US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on threats
U.S. President Donald Trump pulled back on his threats to launch devastating strikes on Iran late Tuesday, swerving to deescalate the war less than two hours before the deadline he set for Tehran to capitulate to a deal.
UK government blocks rapper Ye from entering Britain to headline festival
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West was barred Tuesday from entering the U.K., where he was scheduled to headline the Wireless Festival in July, after a backlash over Ye's history of antisemitic remarks.
Ye offers to meet UK Jewish community as calls mount for him to be ditched from Wireless Festival
Ye offers to meet UK Jewish community as calls mount for him to be ditched from Wireless Festival.
Iran rejects ceasefire deal as Trump's deadline for attacks on infrastructure nears
Iran rejected a 45-day ceasefire proposal and said it wants a permanent end to the war as U.S. President Donald Trump's ultimatum to make a deal ticked closer with an expanded threat of strikes against the Islamic Republic to include all power plants and bridges.
Iran rejects latest ceasefire proposal as Trump deadline approaches
Iran on Monday rejected the latest ceasefire proposal and instead said it wants a permanent end to the war, as U.S. President Donald Trump’s ultimatum loomed within hours.
Artemis II astronauts find hidden eggs on Easter Sunday as they close in on the moon
Artemis II astronauts find hidden eggs on Easter Sunday as they close in on the moon.
A mountain hideout and aircraft under fire: US carries out daring rescue of service member in Iran
The United States pulled off a daring rescue of two aviators whose fighter jet was shot down by Iran, plucking the pilot from behind enemy lines before setting off a complicated extraction of the second service member who hid deep in the mountains as Tehran called for Iranians to help capture him.
Pope Leo urges peace in first Easter Mass as Christians celebrate in Jerusalem, Gaza and Tehran
Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first Easter Mass as pontiff with a call Sunday to lay down arms and seek peace to global conflicts through dialogue, but he departed from a tradition of listing the world's woes by name in the Urbi et Orbi blessing from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica.
As Trump orders UFO data released, a question hangs: If aliens exist, what would they think of us?
For generations, human beings have wondered: What would alien life from another planet be like? But we rarely ask the opposite: What would they think of us?
A long Mideast war could take away from support for Ukraine, Zelenskyy tells the AP
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed concern that a prolonged U.S.-Israeli war on Iran could further erode America’s support for Ukraine as Washington’s global priorities shift and Kyiv braces for reduced deliveries of critically needed Patriot air defense missiles.
Good Friday is a unique and solemn day for Christians, with ancient prayers and fervent processions
Good Friday is a unique — and uniquely solemn — day in the Christian calendar. It commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus, ahead of what’s a central tenet of faith for believers — his resurrection two days later on Easter Sunday, according to the Gospels.
2 US aircraft shot down as war in Iran escalates. At least 1 crew member is missing
Iran shot down two U.S. military planes in separate attacks Friday, with one service member rescued and at least one missing, in a dramatic escalation since the war began nearly five weeks ago.
Pope Leo XIV to carry cross for entire procession, the first pontiff to do so in decades
Pope Leo XIV will personally carry the wooden cross through all 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on his first Good Friday as pontiff, marking the first time in decades that a pope carries the cross to every station.
Pet Pals: Chill cat looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Ferrari, a 4-year-old cat.
Pet Pals: Affectionate Terrier looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Bridget, a 4-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier with a heart as big as her adorable smile.
Pet Pals: Chill tabby kitten looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Conrad, a 5-month-old tabby kitten.
Pet Pals: Sweet and playful Terrier mix looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Sweetie, a young bundle of energy and joy.
Pet Pals: Calm cat looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Freddie, an 8 year old Maine Coon mix.
Pet Pals: Energetic foxhound mix looking for forever home
This Week’s Pet Pal is Sulu, an energetic 1-year-old foxhound mix.
Pet Pals: Fun and bouncy lab mix looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Siena, a lab mix with a personality as big as her puppy paws.
Pet Pals: Curious and loving Shepherd Terrier mix looking for forever home
This Week’s Pet Pal is Bumble, a 4 month old Shepherd/Terrier mix.
Pet Pals: Loving shepherd mix looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Roxie, an 18-week-old female shepherd mix.
Pet Pals: Loyal and loving pit bull looking for forever home
This Week’s Pet Pal is Lucy, a 4-year-old pit bull.
Pet Pals: Loving and loyal Catahoula Shepherd mix looking for forever home
WINNABOW, NC (WWAY) — This Week’s Pet Pal is Tacoma, A 1-year-old, 57-lb Catahoula Shepherd mix.
Pet Pals: Charming and playful puppy looking for forever home
WINNABOW, NC (WWAY) — This Week’s Pet Pal is Cobalt, a 13-week-old puppy.
The Carolina Beat: Advanced Ortho
Katie Sasser meets with Dr. Joe Norris to learn more about Advanced Ortho.
Pet Pals: Kind and loveable Beagle looking for forever home
This Week’s Pet Pal is Ferris, a 5-year-old Beagle.
'Teacher of the Month' recognized for her leadership through music and love
Every month, we highlight an educator in the Cape Fear who's going above and beyond.
Pet Pals: Playful and affectionate Great Pyrenees looking for forever home
This Week’s Pet Pal is Murphy, a 2-year-old Great Pyrenees.
Pet Pals: Curious and affectionate cat looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Morris, a 3-month-old Domestic Short Hair cat.
Pet Pals: Affectionate and playful retriever mix looking for forever home
This Week’s Pet Pal is Teal, a 12-week old retriever mix.
Pet Pals: Playful and funny German Shepherd mix looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Frankie, a young German Shepherd mix.
Pet Pals: Goofy and loveable Catahoula mix looking for forever home
This Week’s Pet Pal is Meera, a 45-pound hound/Catahoula mix.