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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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Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Brunswick County’s Big Growth Push | Wilmington News
Brunswick County is transforming with a brand-new health and emergency hub set to slash response times, while Monkey Junction Walmart gears up for a massive…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Vibrio Vulnificus Rising in Coastal Waters | Wilmington News
Vibrio vulnificus is spreading northward as ocean temps rise, with Florida and Louisiana already reporting 25 cases and 7 deaths this year. This deadly…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Baseball, Football, and Hydrogen Records | Wilmington News
Baseball’s global tour hits wild new spots, high school football in North Carolina gears up for 2026, a hydrogen-powered car just shattered another sound…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Iran Builds Alliances Against U.S. Pressure | Wilmington News
Iran is doubling down on its defiance against U.S. sanctions by deepening ties with Russia and China, joining BRICS-aligned institutions and securing military…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!DSA Praises Castro, Rubio Condemns | Wilmington News
Democratic Socialists of America shockingly praise Fidel Castro as an anti-imperialist icon, demanding prosecution of Secretary Marco Rubio for alleged crimes…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Iran Builds Alliances to Defy U.S. Sanctions | Wilmington News
Iran is forging tighter ties with Russia and China to dodge U.S. sanctions, positioning itself as a key player in global authoritarian alliances like BRICS and…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!A.J. Brown Reunites Under Pressure | Wilmington News
Quarterbacks under fire this season—Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, Dak Prescott—are facing intense scrutiny as they step into high-stakes roles. Meanwhile, A.J…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Surrogate Refuses Termination Amid Legal Battle | Wilmington News
A high-stakes legal battle erupts after a surrogate, McKenna West, refuses to terminate a pregnancy carrying a baby with a life-threatening heart condition…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Hayden Panettiere Death Under Investigation | Wilmington News
Actress Hayden Panettiere, 36, died suddenly in her South Carolina apartment after cardiac arrest — no trauma found in preliminary autopsy. Her on-again…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Penn State Fraternity Cocaine Ring Allegations | Wilmington News
Penn State’s fraternities allegedly became fronts for a sophisticated cocaine trafficking ring, with students reportedly hazing pledges into cutting and…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Heather Graham’s Positano Escape | Wilmington News
Heather Graham’s dreamy getaway to Positano, Italy, is pure vacation vibes—sun-soaked selfies, bikini-clad strolls, and pasta Nerano bliss—with her boyfriend…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!UK Asylum Guide Sets Clear Boundaries | Wilmington News
The UK Home Office drops a bold nine-page guide for asylum seekers, setting clear rules on behavior, gender equality, and public conduct — including zero…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Harvard Settles Body Part Scandal | Wilmington News
Harvard’s facing a $53 million settlement after a former morgue manager stole and sold human body parts for nearly a decade—shocking families, triggering…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ross Barkan Steps Back After Plagiarism Accusations | Wilmington News
Writer Ross Barkan, once a contributor to New York Magazine and editor at The Metropolitan Review, is stepping back after mounting plagiarism accusations…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Minneapolis Targets Velvet Rope Discrimination | Wilmington News
Minneapolis is poised to ban “velvet rope discrimination” by requiring bars to clearly post dress codes at entrances, after a unanimous committee vote — aiming…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Geno Smith’s Return Means Business | Wilmington News
Ryan Fitzpatrick is buzzing about Geno Smith’s return to the Jets, calling him and linebacker Demario Davis the veteran leadership the team desperately needs —…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Pastor Sentenced in Child Abuse Case | Wilmington News
A Tennessee pastor, Benjamin Garlick, has been sentenced to life in prison without parole after being convicted of multiple counts including aggravated rape of…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Trump Declares Economic War on Iran | Wilmington News
Trump unleashes a sweeping economic war on Iran, vowing to cripple its terror funding by cutting off all financial and business support — including oil…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Marte Missing in Action | Wilmington News
Ketel Marte’s mysterious disappearance from the Arizona Diamondbacks’ lineup has fans and teammates buzzing—leading the team in homers and defense, he vanished…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!NC Lottery Results August 19 2026 | Wilmington News
Big win alert! Wednesday’s North Carolina Lottery Powerball drew 10, 21, 58, 61, 64 with Powerball 17 and a 2x multiplier. Pick Three hit 6-1-8 with Fireball…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Veterinary Center Rebuilds After Explosion | Wilmington News
A year after a devastating explosion destroyed the new Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center on New Centre Drive, the team is rebuilding—not just the…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Mold Shutdown at C.F. Pope Elementary | Wilmington News
Mold-like growth forced the shutdown of a few classrooms at C.F. Pope Elementary in Burgaw, prompting deep cleaning and carpet removal — but don’t panic: the…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Columbus County Drug Trafficking Case | Wilmington News
Columbus County Drug Trafficking Case | Wilmington News
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Pender County Unity Resource Expo | Wilmington News
Don’t miss Pender County’s third annual Unity Resource Expo—your one-stop hub for free health screenings, education, and vital community support. On Sept. 4…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Elderly Couple Found Dead in Wilmington | Wilmington News
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Wilmington when an 87-year-old man, Jack Mitchell Anderson, died days after his wife, Linda Bullington Anderson, was found…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Art in the Yard: Explore Local Creativity | Wilmington News
Get ready to explore creativity at Pleasure Island’s fifth annual “Art in the Yard” – over 50 local artists open their studios, yards, and garages for a…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Cape Fear Bridge Funding Dilemma | Wilmington News
The Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement is stuck in a funding deadlock, with local leaders eyeing a controversial sales tax or a toll—neither of which are…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!UNCW Students Pay Double for Single Rooms | Wilmington News
UNCW’s new school year kickoff is off to a smoother start for most students—but a housing glitch is leaving some paying double room rates for single rooms with…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Back to School Health Hacks | Wilmington News
Back-to-school season means more vaccines, less screen time before bed, and smarter eating habits — all key to helping kids thrive in the classroom. Listen in…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Novant Health Earns Top Stroke and Heart Awards | Wilmington News
Three Novant Health hospitals in Coastal North Carolina are earning top honors from the American Heart Association for their lifesaving work with heart failure…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!10-Foot Python Found in Myrtle Beach | Wilmington News
A ten-foot python turned up in Myrtle Beach, prompting a dramatic rescue when driver Tracy Stout spotted it and called in snake wranglers instead of…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Mold Shutdown at Burgaw School | Wilmington News
Mold scare shuts down classrooms at C.F. Pope Elementary in Burgaw, NC—just as school’s about to start. After turning off the HVAC for upgrades, crews removed…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!LEGO Brick Convention This Weekend | Wilmington News
LEGO fans, this one’s for you: the Wilmington Convention Center is hosting a massive LEGO Brick Convention on September 12th and 13th, featuring jaw-dropping…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Brees on Katrina, Faith, and Resilience | Wilmington News
Drew Brees, newly enshrined in the Hall of Fame, reflects on how Hurricane Katrina reshaped his career and legacy, turning devastation into triumph as he and…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!North Korea’s AI-Powered Hiring Scam | Wilmington News
North Korea is quietly siphoning nearly $800 million this year by exploiting stolen American identities and AI to hire workers inside U.S. companies — a scheme…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Heat Dome Crushing America | Wilmington News
This heat wave isn’t just uncomfortable—it’s a full-blown weather crisis. A stubborn high-pressure dome is trapping scorching temps and oppressive humidity…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Harry and Meghan Return to UK | Wilmington News
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly preparing to return to the UK with their kids Archie and Lilibet this month, seeking a private spot outside…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tragedy at YMCA Summer Camp | Wilmington News
A devastating tree collapse at YMCA Camp Chickami in Wayland, Massachusetts, claimed the life of an eight-year-old camper and injured a counselor. First…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Shirley MacLaine’s Sweet Charity Reflections | Wilmington News
At 92, Shirley MacLaine sent a heartfelt video message to a New York theater screening her 1969 film “Sweet Charity,” recalling its grueling production and…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!El-Sayed Calls for Public Control of AI | Wilmington News
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is igniting a fierce debate by arguing that AI shouldn’t just be publicly owned—but publicly controlled, proposing…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Postpartum Psychosis in the Spotlight | Wilmington News
The trial of Lindsay Clancy, accused in the tragic deaths of her three young children, is spotlighting a critical yet often misunderstood issue: postpartum…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bronx Man Charged in Synagogue Attack | Wilmington News
A Bronx man, 46-year-old Larry Montes, faces federal hate crime charges after allegedly storming a Manhattan synagogue during Sabbath service, shouting…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Florida Woman Arrested for Bank Scam | Wilmington News
A Florida woman allegedly scammed a senior by posing as a bank representative, then was caught with $3,200 hidden in her body—leading to new charges and a…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Royce White Declares for 2027 WNBA Draft | Wilmington News
Royce White, former NBA player and self-identified transgender woman, has officially declared for the 2027 WNBA Draft — backed by a letter from controversial…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Three Bodies Found in Minneapolis | Wilmington News
Minneapolis is reeling after three bodies were found in just three days—each discovery adding chilling layers to an unfolding mystery. The latest victim, a…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!YachtVenture Fundraiser for Kids Museum | Wilmington News
Sail into style at the Children’s Museum of Wilmington’s 16th Annual YachtVenture—October 24th at the Bradley Creek Yacht Club, 21+ only. Enjoy yacht tours…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sharks Gather Near Masonboro Island | Wilmington News
Sharks are gathering in droves near Masonboro Island—thanks to drone footage capturing the scene. Scientists say it’s not unusual, estimating the sharks at 4–5…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dogs Feel School Anxiety Too | Wilmington News
When kids head back to school, dogs feel the shift too—suddenly quiet houses and disrupted routines can trigger anxiety or even depression in our furry…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Trees Blocking Storm Radar in NC | Wilmington News
Trees are blocking the Doppler radar in Shallotte, North Carolina, compromising storm tracking across southeastern NC and potentially endangering lives as…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Fonvielle Returns to Lead Stallions | Wilmington News
Jake Fonvielle is back at the helm of the South Columbus Stallions, bringing a decade of experience and championship DNA to lead them into their next big push…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Carolina Beach Wastewater Report | Wilmington News
Carolina Beach’s latest wastewater report reveals a smooth-running system handling water for three towns, treating over 351 million gallons last year—just…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Lindsay Clancy Trial Ends With Key Testimony | Wilmington News
The Lindsay Clancy trial reached a pivotal moment as closing arguments loom, with key testimony revealing her claimed auditory hallucinations and the judge…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Stay Alert. Escape Safely. | Wilmington News
Two chilling attacks—one in Philly with a Chucky-masked assailant, another in Charlotte where a man filmed himself assaulting women—reveal a growing threat to…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Harry and Meghan’s Kids Return to UK Schools | Wilmington News
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly returning to the UK—not as royals, but for their kids’ education and family time. Archie and Lilibet are set to…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wilmington’s Canceled Cups Art Installation | Wilmington News
Downtown Wilmington just unveiled “Canceled Cups,” a striking new art installation honoring the 1775 Wilmington Tea Ladies who burned tea to protest British…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Instacart Delivers Food and Meds to Food Deserts | Wilmington News
New Hanover County just launched a game-changing program to fight food insecurity and medication access—thanks to a $1.2 million grant. Partnering with…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!One Year After Explosion, Vet Team Moves Forward | Wilmington News
One year after a devastating explosion destroyed a brand-new veterinary hospital in Wilmington, the team is still rebuilding—not just physically, but…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wilmington’s LEGO Masters Build Local Landmarks | Wilmington News
Wilmington’s City Hall is buzzing with creativity as eight jaw-dropping LEGO builds inspired by local landmarks compete for top honors in “Building…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Swift’s Final Orbit Ends in Fire | Wilmington News
NASA’s Swift Observatory, the cosmic watchdog that’s tracked gamma ray bursts and exploding stars for over 20 years, is set to burn up in Earth’s atmosphere…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Holden Beach Water Rules Ease | Wilmington News
Holden Beach eases water restrictions with showers back at beach accesses starting Wednesday and a limited splash pad return Fridays at Bridgeview Park—keep an…