Summer rain has successfully pulled some NC cities out of drought conditions, but Brunswick County is still gripped by a severe “exceptional drought.” ...

New Hanover County Health and Human Services is hosting a clinic to provide required vaccinations for children enrolling in school or daycare for the 2026-2027 school year.

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - James Fischer, co-chair of the new Climate Reality chapter of the Cape Fear region, joined Randy Aldridge on WECT News Now to discuss climate advocacy. The Climate Reality ...

WHITEVILLE, N.C. (WECT) - Lock your car doors and take your keys with you. That is the message from Whiteville police after a recent spike in car break-ins and thefts. The Whiteville Police Department ...

Local grocery shoppers have a chance to experience an annual culinary tradition this weekend as Harris Teeter hosts a Hatch Chile roasting event at its Riverlights location.

CAPE FEAR, N.C. (WECT) - Cape Fear Community College has announced the recipients of its annual campus excellence awards, honoring three individuals for leadership and dedication to student success.

Local grocery shoppers have a chance to experience an annual culinary tradition this weekend as Harris Teeter hosts a Hatch Chile roasting event at its Riverlights location. As job scams continue to ...

The Kennedy Center's board is set to meet to discuss future plans after a federal judge blocked a two-year closure for renovations.

Town leaders are offering Carolina Beach residents a chance to voice their opinions on proposed changes to a local development.

Ron Fallica, a Wilmington-based filmmaker and acting coach, joined Randy Aldridge on WECT News Now to discuss his crowdfunding campaign to produce a pilot for a new television show.

Eight teams will kick off their seasons at the Port City Classic Football Jamboree at Legion Stadium in Wilmington on Friday, Aug. 14. The schedule is as follows: Friday’s event marks the return of a ...

State officials in Raleigh decided this morning to delay a vote on whether to increase the costs of some popular brands. The ABC Commission said it’s considering the measure as a way to curb excessive ...