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Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Wilmington News Today delivers daily coverage of everything happening in Wilmington with fast, focused updates on local news, government, business, public safety, weather, and the stories shaping the community. From city developments to coastal updates, the show keeps you informed on what matters most across Wilmington. Each short episode highlights what matters most—including key updates, local trends, and stories shaping the city—produced by AI for speed…
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Mayor Wants Dinner With 50 Cent | Wilmington News
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani dropped a mic—literally—by inviting 50 Cent to his dream dinner party, hoping to hash out their tax war over a steak and…
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UFC at the White House | Wilmington News
The UFC just pulled off an unprecedented spectacle: a major fight event staged right on the White House South Lawn, drawing 34 million global viewers and…
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Synthetic Cells Mimic Life from Scratch | Wilmington News
Scientists at the University of Minnesota have created “SpudCell,” the first synthetic cell built entirely from nonliving parts, capable of growing…
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Stephen A Smith's Racial Basketball Claims | Wilmington News
Stephen A. Smith’s bold, racially charged claims about basketball teams—arguing that championship squads need Black players to help White stars win—have…
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TikTok Kiss Leads to Caning in Aceh | Wilmington News
A young Indonesian couple faced public caning for a TikTok livestream showing them kissing — a case that underscores the clash between Aceh’s strict Islamic…
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The Legacy of Fifty-Six Brave Souls | Wilmington News
Two hundred and fifty years ago, fifty-six courageous men in Philadelphia dared to defy the British Empire, risking everything to ignite a revolution built on…
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The 1958 Flag Design Contest | Wilmington News
In 1958, as Alaska and Hawaii eyed statehood, America went flag-crazy—submitting over 1,900 designs for a new 50-star flag. From kids to creatives, everyone…
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U.S. Men's Team Shatters Soccer Viewership Records | Wilmington News
The U.S. Men’s National Team just shattered U.S. soccer history with a record-breaking 33.5 million viewers across English and Spanish broadcasts, making it…
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Texas Teacher Sentenced for Child Abuse | Wilmington News
A Texas middle school teacher, Adriana Rullan, 30, received a 33-year prison sentence after a jury convicted her of continuous sexual abuse of a child under…
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NFL Fans Paying Too Much to Watch Games | Wilmington News
NFL fans are getting crushed by rising streaming costs as the league expands to platforms like Amazon, Netflix, and Peacock—potentially pushing season tickets…
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Democratic Party’s Leftward Shift | Wilmington News
A 29-year-old candidate just stunned Colorado by defeating a 29-year incumbent, signaling a major shift in the Democratic Party as left-leaning candidates…
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VAR Decides World Cup Fate | Wilmington News
Portugal stunned Croatia with a 2-1 win in a nail-biting World Cup thriller, thanks to a 94th-minute header that overturned a controversial VAR decision — the…
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Doctor Accused of Child Abuse Charges | Wilmington News
A 54-year-old Novant hospital employee faces six felony charges for allegedly distributing and receiving child sexual abuse material via Telegram, involving…
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Ice Sculptor Turns Cold into Art | Wilmington News
This Castle Hayne artist, Michael Kowalski, turns freezing temperatures into art—literally—by carving intricate ice sculptures for events like the Fourth of…
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Southport’s Historic Districts on Hold | Wilmington News
Southport’s historic preservation future just got derailed: the North Carolina General Assembly just shut down the city’s Historic Preservation Commission…
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Southport’s Historic Districts Locked Down | Wilmington News
Southport’s historic charm is on hold after the North Carolina General Assembly axed its Historic Preservation Commission — killing any new or expanded…
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Sledge Forest Victory Celebrated | Wilmington News
Sledge Forest just scored a major conservation win after two years of fierce grassroots advocacy—over 3,000 acres now protected, thanks to community power…
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Senators’ Tkachuk Jersey Swap Backfires | Wilmington News
Ottawa Senators’ new jersey trade-in promo for Brady Tkachuk fans is a confusing mess—only Fanatics 2024-25 jerseys qualify, leaving loyal supporters stuck…
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Secret Service Missed Critical Security Alerts | Wilmington News
A damning new report reveals catastrophic security failures during the July assassination attempt on Donald Trump, exposing how the Secret Service missed…
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Supreme Court Upholds Women's Sports Protections | Wilmington News
The Supreme Court just delivered a major win for women’s sports, upholding state laws that require competition based on biological sex — a victory for fairness…
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Brunswick County Drought Water Rules | Wilmington News
Brunswick County’s in a water crisis — Extreme Drought has hit, triggering Stage Two Mandatory Water Conservation, with automatic sprinklers on the chopping…
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Supreme Court Upholds Women's Sports | Wilmington News
The Supreme Court delivers a major win for women’s sports, upholding state laws that keep athletic competition separated by biological sex — a 6-3 decision…
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Secret Service Failed on Trump Rally | Wilmington News
A damning new report reveals catastrophic security failures during the July assassination attempt on Donald Trump, with the Secret Service missing critical…
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Senators Jersey Trade-In Backfires | Wilmington News
Ottawa Senators’ jersey trade-in program offers 40% off new gear—but only if you bring in a Fanatics-branded Brady Tkachuk jersey from the 2024-25 season…
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Birthright Citizenship Under Fire | Wilmington News
The Supreme Court just handed down a landmark ruling affirming birthright citizenship for nearly all children born on U.S. soil — even if their parents are…
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Giants Pride Night Sparks Religious Freedom Debate | Wilmington News
When the San Francisco Giants held Pride Night, it sparked a firestorm: some players refused rainbow gear, opting for Bible verses or plain caps, drawing…
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Iran's Escalating Repression in Kurdish Regions | Wilmington News
Iran’s crackdown intensifies as nearly 50 executions and thousands of arbitrary arrests shake the country, amid escalating clashes between the Revolutionary…
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Markey Pushes to Pack Supreme Court | Wilmington News
Senator Ed Markey is igniting a firestorm with his bold proposal to pack the Supreme Court, adding four justices to restore a 7-6 Democratic majority after…
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Death Penalty Approved for Tyler Robinson | Wilmington News
Utah judge clears path for death penalty in Charlie Kirk assassination case, handing another blow to defense as cameras roll into preliminary hearing — and…
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Fairfax County’s Immigrant Policy Under Fire | Wilmington News
Fairfax County’s controversial “Trust Policy” is under intense scrutiny after records reveal it refused to hand over 615 undocumented immigrants to ICE over 16…
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Florida Bans Undocumented Students from Public Colleges | Wilmington News
Florida’s State Board of Education just voted 6-1 to ban undocumented immigrants from enrolling in public colleges and adult education programs — a move…
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Land Grab Lawsuit Rocks Town Limits | Wilmington News
Leland is suing Belville over two controversial land annexations on Chappell Loop Road, claiming the town violated state law by expanding without proper…
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Southport’s Big 4th of July Festival | Wilmington News
Southport, North Carolina is gearing up for its biggest Fourth of July celebration yet, drawing thousands with a dazzling parade, naturalization ceremony, live…
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Wilmington Prepares for Big 4th | Wilmington News
Downtown Wilmington is buzzing with excitement as the Fourth of July hits this Saturday, drawing crowds to the riverfront for fireworks, food, and fun. Local…
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Keep Pets Safe During Fireworks | Wilmington News
Fireworks mean fun for humans, but terror for pets—here’s how to keep them calm and safe: create a quiet escape room, verify their ID tags and microchip info…
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Homeless Camp Bill Sparks City Outcry | Wilmington News
A controversial new state bill is forcing cities to dismantle homeless encampments and relocate people to temporary shelters—only for a year—with no state…
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July Travel Chaos and Alternatives | Wilmington News
July travel chaos is here—airports are packed, delays are guaranteed, and security lines are longer than ever. With peak holiday travel hitting, experts warn…
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Wilmington’s D.C. Trip Costs Revealed | Wilmington News
Wilmington splurged $30,000 to send eight key officials to D.C. for the National League of Cities Conference, where they met with top federal figures to push…
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Fireworks Safety This Fourth of July | Wilmington News
With the Fourth of July approaching, New Hanover County Fire and Rescue is sounding the alarm: dry weather means a high risk of wildfires from fireworks…
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Fireworks Safety This Fourth of July | Wilmington News
With the Fourth of July around the corner, New Hanover County Fire and Rescue is sounding the alarm on fireworks safety amid dry conditions and soaring temps…
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A Stroke Warning for Brain Health | Wilmington News
Danny Glover’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis sparks urgent conversation about brain health — and one local man’s near-miss stroke reveals how critical early detection…
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Stein Signs Four Key North Carolina Laws | Wilmington News
Governor Josh Stein just signed four major new laws tackling child safety, law enforcement staffing, tax relief, and permit streamlining—each designed to…
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Wilmington 4th of July Safety Guide | Wilmington News
Wilmington’s gearing up for a massive Fourth of July with extra cops on the streets, free downtown parking, and strict rules—no stopping or parking on key…
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Five Hundred Thousand for Seniors | Wilmington News
Over half a million dollars in new funding is set to transform job opportunities for seniors in southeastern North Carolina, empowering 92+ individuals aged…
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Shooting at Wilmington Bar Leaves 23-Year-Old Dead | Wilmington News
A deadly shooting at Wilmington’s Unhinged bar left 23-year-old Emir Moore dead, sparking chaos captured in frantic 911 calls—gunfire, CPR, and panicked…
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Help Clean Up Masonboro Island This Fourth | Wilmington News
Masonboro Island is gearing up for a huge Fourth of July crowd—and a massive cleanup. After past holidays left the island buried in trash, Masonboro.org is…
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550K Grant Boosts Senior Job Training | Wilmington News
Over $550,000 in federal funding is empowering older adults in five Cape Fear counties to re-enter the workforce through paid job training, with the goal of…
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Man Wins $100K on $30 Scratch-Off | Wilmington News
A North Carolina man named William Everett just won $100,000 on a $30 scratch-off ticket—yes, you read that right. After taxes, he walked away with $72,180…
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Olympian Indicted for Pool Incident | Wilmington News
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, a three-time Olympian and torchbearer, faces felony charges after being caught on video allegedly damaging the…
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Olympian Accused of Pool Vandalism | Wilmington News
Sixty-seven-year-old Olympian David Hearn from Maryland is facing felony charges for allegedly ripping sealant from the bottom of Washington’s Reflecting Pool…
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Wedding Buzz | Wilmington News
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are reportedly tying the knot July 3rd, with a guest list that reads like a Hollywood-NFL dream team. Ed Sheeran, Zoë Kravitz…
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Marquardt Joins Al Jazeera After CNN Fallout | Wilmington News
Alex Marquardt, the CNN reporter at the center of a landmark defamation case, has landed a new role at Al Jazeera English in Washington — a move that comes…
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Harkes Calls for Red Card Reevaluation | Wilmington News
Former US World Cup star John Harkes is urging FIFA to reconsider its red card policy after watching Folarin Balogun get sent off — a call he and his family…
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Steak ‘n Shake’s Liberty Meal Challenge | Wilmington News
Steak ‘n Shake’s Liberty Meal drops for July, offering two double grass-fed Steakburgers, beef tallow fries, and a Patriot Milkshake for just $17.76 — a bold…
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Supreme Court Rules on Trans Athletes in Sports | Wilmington News
The Supreme Court just sided with states that ban biological males from girls’ and women’s sports, clearing the way for 25 more states to enforce similar rules…
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Dallas Mayor Defends City’s Economic Surge | Wilmington News
Mayor Eric Johnson fires back at claims Dallas is losing business, calling them “a bunch of bull” as the city eyes a $1.3 billion office tower and scores major…
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Church Lot Bust: Armed Man Plotted Attacks | Wilmington News
Police in High Point, North Carolina, nabbed a dangerous suspect named William Milliken after a routine traffic stop turned into a high-stakes bust—finds…
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Fake Ransom Attempt in Nancy Guthrie Case | Wilmington News
A man accused of sending a fake ransom demand to the family of missing Nancy Guthrie has pleaded guilty to harassment, admitting he tried to scam them out of…
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Ovechkin Returns for One More Season | Wilmington News
Alex Ovechkin, the legendary “Great 8,” is back for at least one more season on a one-year, team-friendly deal worth up to $4.25 million. At nearly 41, he’s…
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Island Towns Navigate Tax Law Twist | Wilmington News
Three North Carolina beach towns narrowly dodged tax hikes thanks to a last-minute state law twist—Senate Bill 889 forced them to use 2025 property values…