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NC health officials address why some people skip the flu shot
As flu season approaches its peak, health officials are encouraging people to get vaccinated, calling it one of the best ways to protect against the virus. However, some people remain hesitant about getting the flu shot.
More than 3,000 runners expected for Battleship Half Marathon; road closures planned in Wilmington
More than 3,000 athletes are expected to compete in the 28th annual Battleship Half Marathon & GFL 10K and 5K on Sunday, November 15th, bringing several road closures and traffic impacts to downtown Wilmington and the Greenfield Lake area.
Wilmington police conclude review of October use-of-force incident on Maides Avenue
The Wilmington Police Department says an officer's use of force during an October detention on Maides Avenue was lawful and consistent with department policy following an internal review.
UNCW volleyball sweeps Hampton, awaits results to determine playoff hopes
UNCW women's volleyball closed its regular season with a win Friday, but its postseason hopes remain uncertain as the team awaits the results of other Coastal Athletic Association games.
Williston Fall Festival returns Sunday, Nov. 15 after weather-related delay
Three community organizations are joining forces to bring families, students, and neighbors together for an afternoon of fun, fellowship, and community engagement at the Williston Fall Festival.
Flights halted at airports across US due to unspecified ‘extraordinary circumstances,’ FAA says
The Federal Aviation Administration grounded all flights nationwide Friday afternoon.
Supreme Court will consider Trump’s executive order suspending asylum access at the southern border
The Supreme Court agreed Friday to consider President Donald Trump’s ban on asylum at the southern border, a pillar of the Republican president’s far-reaching crackdown on immigration.
Emergency crews responding to collision involving riverboat and tanker near Port of New Orleans
Emergency crews are responding to a collision involving a docked riverboat and a tanker on the Mississippi River near the Port of New Orleans, officials said Friday.
Former NC State QB Philip Rivers officially named Wolfpack's next head football coach
The North Carolina State Board of Trustees has decided who will lead the Wolfpack football team in the coming years.
Bladenboro police chief addresses revoked firearms instructor certification, says officers have been requalified
Bladenboro Police Chief J.H. Hewett is addressing the revocation of his North Carolina Specialized Firearms Instructor certification, saying he was unaware his credentials had been revoked after failing to complete a required training course.
Wendell man charged with sexual exploitation of a minor following SBI investigation
A Wendell man has been arrested and charged with sexual exploitation of a minor following an investigation by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI).
Remembrance ceremonies planned across NC for road traffic victims
Governor Josh Stein has proclaimed this coming Sunday, Nov. 15, World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims in North Carolina.
Onslow County parents charged with murder after death of 8-week-old infant
Two Onslow County parents are facing murder and felony child abuse charges following the death of their 8-week-old infant.
Traffic shift planned on Wrightsville Avenue near orthopedic hospital starting Monday
Drivers traveling along Wrightsville Avenue near Novant Health New Hanover Orthopedic Hospital should prepare for temporary traffic changes beginning Monday, Nov. 16.
Topsail High School student to sign apprenticeship with Monteith Construction
A Topsail High School student is preparing to take the next step toward a career in construction through a youth apprenticeship opportunity.
CFCC Small Business Center staff receive statewide awards
Two Cape Fear Community College Small Business Center staff members have received statewide recognition for their work supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Three Cape Fear law enforcement agencies participate in police motorcycle training
Officers from three Cape Fear law enforcement agencies recently participated in a specialized motorcycle training course designed to improve riding skills and safety.
Bears could be moving in for winter: What North Carolina homeowners should know
As temperatures drop and winter approaches, North Carolina wildlife officials are reminding residents that black bears may be searching for a place to spend the colder months — including underneath homes, decks and sheds.
Flights delayed at ILM amid nationwide FAA ground stop
Air travel across the country was thrown into chaos around 4 p.m. on Friday after the Federal Aviation Administration grounded all flights because of a communications problem at air traffic control centers.
Ukrainians in the Carolinas Announce 4th Annual Ukrainian Christmas Festival
Ukrainians of the Carolinas announced their 4th Annual Ukrainian Christmas Festival.
Judge moves Prevatte retrial to Onslow County, sets 2027 date
The retrial of 27-year-old David Prevatte, who is charged in the 2017 death of his 5-year-old niece, Paitin Fields, will take place in Onslow County following a judge's ruling Friday.
'Pacemaker for pain' helps former cheerleader reclaim active life
A cheerleading injury left one young athlete struggling with debilitating pain for years. But after finally receiving a diagnosis and finding a treatment that worked, she says she has regained the active lifestyle she once thought she had lost.
DEQ announces $1.8 million in grants to expand public beach and coastal waterfront access
The NC Department of Environmental Quality’s (DEQ) Division of Coastal Management (DCM) today celebrated the 45th anniversary of the Public Beach and Coastal Waterfront Access Program and announced more than $1.8 million dollars in grants to 10 communities for fiscal year 2026–27.
NC health officials address why some people skip the flu shot
As flu season approaches its peak, health officials are encouraging people to get vaccinated, calling it one of the best ways to protect against the virus. However, some people remain hesitant about getting the flu shot.
More than 3,000 runners expected for Battleship Half Marathon; road closures planned in Wilmington
More than 3,000 athletes are expected to compete in the 28th annual Battleship Half Marathon & GFL 10K and 5K on Sunday, November 15th, bringing several road closures and traffic impacts to downtown Wilmington and the Greenfield Lake area.
Wilmington police conclude review of October use-of-force incident on Maides Avenue
The Wilmington Police Department says an officer's use of force during an October detention on Maides Avenue was lawful and consistent with department policy following an internal review.
UNCW volleyball sweeps Hampton, awaits results to determine playoff hopes
UNCW women's volleyball closed its regular season with a win Friday, but its postseason hopes remain uncertain as the team awaits the results of other Coastal Athletic Association games.
Williston Fall Festival returns Sunday, Nov. 15 after weather-related delay
Three community organizations are joining forces to bring families, students, and neighbors together for an afternoon of fun, fellowship, and community engagement at the Williston Fall Festival.
Bladenboro police chief addresses revoked firearms instructor certification, says officers have been requalified
Bladenboro Police Chief J.H. Hewett is addressing the revocation of his North Carolina Specialized Firearms Instructor certification, saying he was unaware his credentials had been revoked after failing to complete a required training course.
Remembrance ceremonies planned across NC for road traffic victims
Governor Josh Stein has proclaimed this coming Sunday, Nov. 15, World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims in North Carolina.
Onslow County parents charged with murder after death of 8-week-old infant
Two Onslow County parents are facing murder and felony child abuse charges following the death of their 8-week-old infant.
Traffic shift planned on Wrightsville Avenue near orthopedic hospital starting Monday
Drivers traveling along Wrightsville Avenue near Novant Health New Hanover Orthopedic Hospital should prepare for temporary traffic changes beginning Monday, Nov. 16.
Topsail High School student to sign apprenticeship with Monteith Construction
A Topsail High School student is preparing to take the next step toward a career in construction through a youth apprenticeship opportunity.
CFCC Small Business Center staff receive statewide awards
Two Cape Fear Community College Small Business Center staff members have received statewide recognition for their work supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Three Cape Fear law enforcement agencies participate in police motorcycle training
Officers from three Cape Fear law enforcement agencies recently participated in a specialized motorcycle training course designed to improve riding skills and safety.
Bears could be moving in for winter: What North Carolina homeowners should know
As temperatures drop and winter approaches, North Carolina wildlife officials are reminding residents that black bears may be searching for a place to spend the colder months — including underneath homes, decks and sheds.
Freezing temperatures ahead: Simple ways to keep your home warm this weekend
With temperatures expected to fall near or below freezing across parts of the Carolinas this weekend, residents are being encouraged to take a few simple steps to keep their homes warm.
David Prevatte murder retrial moved to Onslow County, set for May 2027
The retrial of David Wesley Prevatte in the death of his 5-year-old niece, Paitin Fields, will be held in Onslow County after a judge determined he could not receive a fair trial in Pender County.
Ukrainians in the Carolinas Announce 4th Annual Ukrainian Christmas Festival
Ukrainians of the Carolinas announced their 4th Annual Ukrainian Christmas Festival.
Wilmington police conclude review of October use-of-force incident on Maides Avenue
The Wilmington Police Department says an officer's use of force during an October detention on Maides Avenue was lawful and consistent with department policy following an internal review.
Former NC State QB Philip Rivers officially named Wolfpack's next head football coach
The North Carolina State Board of Trustees has decided who will lead the Wolfpack football team in the coming years.
Bears could be moving in for winter: What North Carolina homeowners should know
As temperatures drop and winter approaches, North Carolina wildlife officials are reminding residents that black bears may be searching for a place to spend the colder months — including underneath homes, decks and sheds.
Freezing temperatures ahead: Simple ways to keep your home warm this weekend
With temperatures expected to fall near or below freezing across parts of the Carolinas this weekend, residents are being encouraged to take a few simple steps to keep their homes warm.
David Prevatte murder retrial moved to Onslow County, set for May 2027
The retrial of David Wesley Prevatte in the death of his 5-year-old niece, Paitin Fields, will be held in Onslow County after a judge determined he could not receive a fair trial in Pender County.
Columbus County author wins North Carolina's top fiction award
A Columbus County author is receiving statewide recognition for his debut novel after being named the winner of the 2026 Sir Walter Raleigh Award for Fiction.
Raleigh is North Carolina's most searched word for pronunciation, study finds
North Carolina's capital city is causing some confusion when it comes to pronunciation, according to a new analysis of Google search data.
Latest cleanup efforts for contaminated Superfund site shared with Navassa residents
Brunswick County residents got a closer look Thursday at the latest cleanup plans for the former Kerr-McGee Chemical Corp.
More than $216 million awarded to North Carolina's Rural Health Transformation Program
The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) awarded North Carolina a more than $216 million in continued Rural Health Transformation Program (NCRHTP) funding.
"I said hi to him every day": UNCW students react after search warrant identifies person of interest in Pelican Hall investigation
UNCW students say they are shocked after court documents identified a person of interest in the investigation into a hidden recording device found inside a Pelican Hall bathroom.
Community Justice Center CEO Ben David announces replacement
During Thursday's New Hanover County Board of Commssioner's agenda review meeting, the Community Justice Center announced a change in leadership.
Former NC lawmaker and former Mooresville commissioner face embezzlement charges
A former state lawmaker and a former Mooresville town commissioner were indicted by a grand jury in Wake County Thursday morning and now face charges tied to embezzling funds from a politically focused nonprofit.
Finnish native Aho scores twice as first-place Hurricanes top Kraken 4-1 in Helsinki
Sebastian Aho scored twice in front of the home crowd and the Carolina Hurricanes opened the NHL’s Global Series in the Finnish capital with a 4-1 victory over the Seattle Kraken on Thursday.
UNCW provides update following discovery of recording device in residential hall
UNCW says it has inspected community and pod-style bathrooms in residence halls across campus after a hidden recording device was discovered in a Pelican Hall bathroom.
Dr. Raymond Smith heads to Washington after taking lead in NC's 3rd District race
Democrat Dr. Raymond Smith is preparing for his next chapter in Washington, D.C., after provisional ballots flipped North Carolina's closely contested 3rd Congressional District race in his favor.
Veterans suicide risk can persist decades after military service, Duke study finds
For many veterans, the most difficult years may come long after their military service ends.
Arrest made after missing juvenile found in Tennessee
On Tuesday, November 10, a missing juvenile from Denver, NC, was found in Johnson County, TN, leading to the arrest of Brandon James Arthurs.
Annual Wreaths of Honor program underway at the Battleship North Carolina
The Friends of the Battleship North Carolina have launched their Wreaths of Honor program, offering a unique way to honor the service of veterans and active-duty service members this holiday season.
Four-star prep-forward signed onto UNCW Men's Basketball program
UNCW head men's basketball coach Takayo Siddle announced the signing of four-star prep forward Aaron Webb to the school's basketball program on Wednesday.
Flights halted at airports across US due to unspecified ‘extraordinary circumstances,’ FAA says
The Federal Aviation Administration grounded all flights nationwide Friday afternoon.
Supreme Court will consider Trump’s executive order suspending asylum access at the southern border
The Supreme Court agreed Friday to consider President Donald Trump’s ban on asylum at the southern border, a pillar of the Republican president’s far-reaching crackdown on immigration.
Emergency crews responding to collision involving riverboat and tanker near Port of New Orleans
Emergency crews are responding to a collision involving a docked riverboat and a tanker on the Mississippi River near the Port of New Orleans, officials said Friday.
Remembrance ceremonies planned across NC for road traffic victims
Governor Josh Stein has proclaimed this coming Sunday, Nov. 15, World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims in North Carolina.
Raleigh is North Carolina's most searched word for pronunciation, study finds
North Carolina's capital city is causing some confusion when it comes to pronunciation, according to a new analysis of Google search data.
'The Bachelor' season 30 to feature NFL quarterback Sam Hartman
One NFL quarterback will soon be passing roses as well as footballs.
Driver who crashed into Wichita, Kansas, soccer game, killing 2 won't be charged: DA
WICHITA, KS (ABC NEWS) -- A woman who drove into a soccer field and killed two people in Wichita, Kansas last month was apparently asleep before the incident and won't be criminally charged, authorities said Thursday. Wichita Police Chief Joe…
US returns over $12 billion in oil proceeds to Venezuela since Maduro's ouster, report says
The Trump administration says it has returned more than $12 billion, or almost 99%, of the revenue obtained from the sales of Venezuelan oil since it ousted then-President Nicolás Maduro in January.
More than $216 million awarded to North Carolina's Rural Health Transformation Program
The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) awarded North Carolina a more than $216 million in continued Rural Health Transformation Program (NCRHTP) funding.
NC State Chancellor make first public comments about Sigma Nu hazing allegations: 'Deplorable'
NC State Chancellor Kevin Howell publicly addressed allegations of hazing involving the university's Sigma Nu fraternity chapter for the first time Thursday, saying he was appalled by details included in recently released warrants.
Cancer society issues most specific prostate cancer screening guidelines yet
The American Cancer Society has updated its guidelines for prostate cancer screenings, encouraging more men to get tested at certain intervals instead of just starting conversations with their doctors.
5 people are shot in DC, including 1 killed at a gym, and then suspect kills himself
A gunman killed a man inside a busy gym during morning workouts on Thursday before fleeing and shooting four more people, shocking a popular capital neighborhood and attracting a swarm of police officers who ascended to the roof of a building during the search and chaos.
Bond denied for South Carolina man accused of burying his 11-month-old son alive
A South Carolina man accused of burying his 11-month-old son in a dog crate in a clump of scrubby pines was denied bond Thursday.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns after his affair raises national security concerns
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned Thursday after his extramarital affair raised national security concerns.
At least 3 dead, multiple injured after building collapses in Brooklyn, New York
At least three people are dead and over a dozen others injured after a building collapsed in Brooklyn, according to New York City authorities.
Nvidia's board preparing to oust CEO Jensen Huang, sources say
Nvidia's board of directors is preparing to oust CEO Jensen Huang soon, according to two sources familiar with the matter, following allegations that Huang had an extramarital affair with a woman U.S. intelligence agencies believe was a Chinese asset.
Judge allows Trump defamation case against BBC to proceed but tosses 1 claim
President Donald Trump’s $10 billion defamation case against the BBC remains on track, for the moment.
Dr. Raymond Smith heads to Washington after taking lead in NC's 3rd District race
Democrat Dr. Raymond Smith is preparing for his next chapter in Washington, D.C., after provisional ballots flipped North Carolina's closely contested 3rd Congressional District race in his favor.
UNC Chapel Hill proposes 10% tuition increase for out-of-state students
The University of North Carolina is proposing higher tuition and fees for the 2027-28 academic year, including a 10% tuition increase for out-of-state undergraduate students that would add more than $4,700 annually and push total tuition and fees above $54,000 per year.
At least 1 dead, multiple injured after building collapses in Brooklyn, New York: FDNY
At least one person is dead and multiple others injured, including an individual who is trapped, after a building collapsed in Brooklyn, according to New York City authorities.
US returns over $12 billion in oil proceeds to Venezuela since Maduro's ouster, report says
The Trump administration says it has returned more than $12 billion, or almost 99%, of the revenue obtained from the sales of Venezuelan oil since it ousted then-President Nicolás Maduro in January.
The coach who energized U.S. soccer at the World Cup is on the verge of leaving for a job in England
Mauricio Pochettino had the United States on a roll at the World Cup.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns after his affair raises national security concerns
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned Thursday after his extramarital affair raised national security concerns.
Nvidia's board preparing to oust CEO Jensen Huang, sources say
Nvidia's board of directors is preparing to oust CEO Jensen Huang soon, according to two sources familiar with the matter, following allegations that Huang had an extramarital affair with a woman U.S. intelligence agencies believe was a Chinese asset.
United Airlines bans AI agents from booking flights on behalf of travelers
United Airlines said on Wednesday that it is banning artificial intelligence agents from making flight reservations on behalf of travelers, citing security risks and the possibility that such actions could violate federal rules.
Judge jails Thomas Markle, father of Meghan, after he cut off his ankle monitor
The 82-year-old estranged father of Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, was ordered to jail Tuesday because he removed an electronic monitoring device from his ankle, just days after he was charged with possession of child sexual abuse material.
LIV Golf files bankruptcy plan and sets sight on January liquidation
LIV Golf filed a Chapter 11 bankruptcy plan with a New Jersey court Tuesday, along with a proposed schedule for a final hearing on its disclosure statement on Jan. 7 that would begin liquidation.
UN body agrees to postpone review of US rights record after Trump administration snub
The U.N.’s top human rights body on Tuesday postponed a regular review of the U.S. human rights record until January in hopes of persuading the Trump administration to reverse its decision to become the first government to snub the process.
"Forever cruise" ship held at Singapore port under court order
The Odyssey, the "forever cruise" left stranded in Southeast Asia after its owner struggled with financial problems, has been held by authorities in Singapore, according to court records obtained by CBS News.
Russell Brand sentenced to 10 years, 6 months in prison for rape, sexual assault
Actor Russell Brand was sentenced Monday in a U.K. courtroom to 10 years and 6 months in prison after he was found guilty last week of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault involving four victims.
What we know — and what we don't — as Nvidia investigates an alleged spy plot involving its CEO
Stunning allegations of a spy plot have prompted Nvidia to investigate whether its founder and CEO, Jensen Huang, was the target of a “foreign intelligence effort."
Doomsday cult leader sentenced to 200 years in prison for murders of 190 children in Kenya
The leader of a Kenyan doomsday cult linked to the deaths of more than 400 people was sentenced on Friday to 200 years in prison for the murders of 191 people.
Tesla’s Cybertruck heads for an exit after years of hype and division
Tesla’s Cybertruck, the hulking, stainless-steel pickup that inspired devotion and derision with its science-fiction looks, will cease production next year.
More than a dozen flights in Europe receive bomb threats that an official calls 'malicious' hoaxes
Bomb threats targeted more than a dozen flights in Europe on Thursday, leading to a slew of emergency landings and military escorts in some cases, authorities said. No hazardous or suspicious materials have been found in what a British official called “malicious" hoaxes.
LIV's financial backer dropping plan for new league in 2027
LIV Golf's main investor to help it emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy is scrapping plans for a new version because it lacked enough player support, The Financial Times reported Wednesday.
Greenland approves security deal with Denmark and US following months of Trump's pressure
Greenlandic lawmakers on Tuesday voted to approve an agreement between the Arctic island, Denmark and the United States to strengthen security in the Arctic and North Atlantic after months of pressure by U.S. President Donald Trump seeking to control the semiautonomous territory of a NATO ally.
Spain's transport minister steps down 6 days after fatal high-speed rail crash
Spain’s transport minister announced Tuesday that he is stepping down, six days after a high-speed train collision south of Madrid killed 69 people.
Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a US general election
Pope Leo XIV has become the first pontiff to vote in a U.S. general election, casting a mail-in ballot in a contest that will decide America's political future as the Trump era slowly comes to an end.
Spain reckons with second deadly train crash of the year ahead of national election
Spain's second high-speed rail disaster this year, in which one train struck another from behind, killing 69 people, has raised fresh concerns about the safety of the country's rail network ahead of a national election.
North Korea fires missile barrage toward the sea as tensions with South rise
North Korea launched a barrage of ballistic missiles toward its eastern waters Thursday, South Korea’s military said, days after the North threatened to resume front-line propaganda loudspeaker broadcasts and deploy new weapons along the rivals’ tense border.
Pet Pals: Energetic Pit Bull Terrier looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Mr. Bobinsky, a one-year-old Pit Bull Terrier.
Pet Pals: Playful cat looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Conrad, A one-year-old cat.
Pet Pals: Loveable puppy looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Raptor, a six-month-old puppy.
Pet Pals: Chill cat looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Midnight, a 5-month-old cat.
Pet Pals: Affectionate Terrier mix looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is porky, a 6-year-old Pit Bull/Terrier mix.
Pet Pals: Curious and playful Labrador retriever mix looking for forever home
This week's Pet Pal is Muffin, a young Black Labrador Retriever mix.
Pet Pals: Affectionate blonde Shepherd mix looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Ranger, an 8-year-old blonde Shepherd mix.
Pet Pals: Loving and playful cat looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Ruger, a 12-week-old Tabby.
Pet Pals: Sweet hound mix looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Marina, a 4-month-old hound mix.
Pet Pals: Playful kitten looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Tang.
Pet Pals: Playful kitten looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Bitty Bufain, an 8-week-old kitten.
Pet Pals: Gentle and friendly dog looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Shorty Girl!
Pet Pals: Playful kittens looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pals are two 2-month-old kittens.
Pet Pals: Affectionate hound mix looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Frannie, a 3-year-old hound mix.
Pet Pals: Playful kittens looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pals are two seven-month-old kittens.
Pet Pals: Independent cat looking for forever home
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) –This week’s Pet Pal is Luna! She's a 2-year-old cat looking for a forever home. New Hanover Humane Society says she has a quiet... independent personality. They also say she has a laid back nature and spend…
Pet Pals: Energetic cat looking for forever home
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) –This week’s Pet Pal is Morrison! He’s a 2-year-old cat. Feline Matchmakers calls him very friendly and affectionate. They say he's full of energy and…
Pet Pals: Sweet and silly chihuahua looking for forever home
WINNABOW, NC (WWAY) –This week’s Pet Pal is Pebbles, A 12-year-old Chihuahua. Paws Place Dog Rescue calls her a sweet girl with a silly, lovable personality.…
Pet Pals: Calm and quiet cat looking for forever home
This week's Pet Pal is Ziva, a 15-year-old long haired tabby cat. Feline matchmaker calls her a quiet and relaxed cat, who still enjoys playing. They…
Pet Pals: Gentle and loving cat looking for forever home
This week’s Pet Pal is Zoe! She's a 2-year-old cat looking for a forever home.