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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’s Healthcare Transformation | Wilmington News
Wilmington’s healthcare scene is heating up with big new investments poised to transform care delivery—Novant Health eyes a Hampstead ER, while UNC and…
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Fantasy Football Punishments Losing Their Spark | Wilmington News
NFL preseason’s over, fantasy drafts are heating up—and with them, the wild world of fantasy punishments. From Waffle House marathons to duct-taped food fests…
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Trench Collapse Kills Worker in Ohio | Wilmington News
A deadly trench collapse in Milford, Ohio, killed 28-year-old Jose Alberto Barajas Martinez and injured two others—including his father Jaime—after workers…
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Fox News Dominates as Dems Battle Internally | Wilmington News
A Democratic lawyer drops explosive claims that the mainstream media is ignoring a brewing civil war within the Democratic Party, while data reveals Fox News…
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Murdaugh Trial Moves to Richland County | Wilmington News
Alex Murdaugh’s legal team is pushing to move his double-murder retrial from the Lowcountry to Richland County, arguing it offers a larger, more impartial jury…
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Navy at Breaking Point | Wilmington News
Retired Navy Captain Brent Sadler warns the U.S. fleet is dangerously overstretched, citing the USS Abraham Lincoln’s grueling 250-day deployment as…
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Blues for Veterans at Sounds of Freedom | Wilmington News
Get ready to groove this fall at the “Sounds of Freedom” Blues Festival, where killer live music meets a powerful cause. On October 24th at the Topsail Island…
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Hayden Panettiere Death Details Emerge | Wilmington News
Hayden Panettiere’s tragic death in a South Carolina apartment has sparked widespread grief and questions. Her on-again, off-again boyfriend Brian Hickerson…
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Restoring Wilmington's Tidal Creeks | Wilmington News
UNC researchers are launching a major study to revive Wilmington’s vital tidal creeks, Hewletts and Bradley, which serve as critical nurseries for fish and…
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Columbus County Early Voting Showdown | Wilmington News
Columbus County’s early voting plans are in flux as the State Board of Elections steps in to choose between two proposals — one with four locations, the other…
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Flock Cameras Under Fire at County Meeting | Wilmington News
Dozens of residents, spanning political spectrums, flooded the New Hanover County commissioners’ meeting to protest Flock cameras—automatic license plate…
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Meta Faces Trial Over Addictive Apps | Wilmington News
A major trial has begun targeting Meta, the giant behind Facebook and Instagram, accusing the company of intentionally designing its apps to be addictive and…
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Penn State Fraternity Drug Ring Charged | Wilmington News
Fourteen Penn State students and one parent face serious charges in a shocking cocaine trafficking ring allegedly run from fraternity houses, with two…
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Sip History at Battleship NC | Wilmington News
Step aboard the Battleship North Carolina for a one-of-a-kind history night: “Bottleship: History Served Neat” on Oct 2 at 6:30 PM in the Wardroom. Join…
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Simple Snacks That Stick | Wilmington News
School’s in session and parents are running on fumes—mornings are chaos, lunches need prep, and snacks? They’re a lifesaver. Registered dietitian Annessa…
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Blues for Veterans at Sounds of Freedom | Wilmington News
Get ready to groove and give back at the “Sounds of Freedom” Blues Festival on October 24th at the Topsail Island Moose Lodge in Hampstead. Featuring…
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Cape Fear Celebrates Teaching & Leadership Excellence | Wilmington News
Cape Fear Community College just celebrated its annual excellence awards, spotlighting staff and faculty who’re redefining student success. Scott Coulthard…
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Donna King Takes Charge at CFR | Wilmington News
Cape Fear Realtors just made a big move by hiring Donna King as their new chief operations officer — and she’s also taking the reins of the Realtors Commercial…
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Kiwanis Grants Fuel Kids’ Nutrition | Wilmington News
The Kiwanis Club of Topsail Island just landed a $9,000 grant to launch a bold new initiative: Feed. Fuel. Teach. This year-round program expands on monthly…
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Jerry Day Returns for Eighth Year | Wilmington News
Celebrate Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead at Port City Jerry Day, returning for its 8th anniversary this September 12th at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater —…
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Chucky Mask Terrorist on the Loose | Wilmington News
A masked man in a Chucky costume terrorized downtown City Hall early Wednesday morning, attacking at least six people in 15 minutes—including asking one woman…
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Three Hospitals Battle for New Beds | Wilmington News
New Hanover County’s healthcare future is heating up as three giants—Atrium, Novant, and UNC Health—race to build or expand hospitals to meet the state’s…
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Novant Builds New ER for Growing Pender County | Wilmington News
Novant Health is set to open a new 24/7 emergency room in Hampstead, North Carolina, near U.S. 17 and N.C. 210, to meet the surge of over 8,500 new residents…
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Pender County Trash Drop-offs Simplified | Wilmington News
Pender County is simplifying trash drop-offs by eliminating vehicle decals at solid waste sites—no more stickers needed. Instead, staff will conduct random ID…
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Kushner Sees Path to Iran Deal | Wilmington News
Jared Kushner signals a thaw in U.S.-Iran talks, hinting at potential economic deals if Iran ditches its nuclear ambitions and embraces stability—but insiders…
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Romanch's Law and the Central Park Tragedy | Wilmington News
An Indian teen’s tragic death in Central Park sparks a $105 million lawsuit against NYC, alleging stray electrical voltage startled a carriage horse—leading to…
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Refugee Award Winner Faces Fraud and Trafficking Charges | Wilmington News
A Minnesota refugee turned startup founder, Salman Elmi—once honored with an “outstanding refugee” award—now faces over $1 million in Medicaid fraud charges…
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Lioness Season 3 Realism Deep Dive | Wilmington News
Lioness season three delivers jaw-dropping, hyper-realistic action thanks to a month-long boot camp with real special forces, on-set technical advisors, and…
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Undocumented Suspects Face Federal Push | Wilmington News
Federal authorities are demanding California hand over a Venezuelan immigrant accused of murdering a 68-year-old retiree—just days after he was released by…
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Gravano Reveals Gotti’s Murder Plot | Wilmington News
Sammy “The Bull” Gravano spills explosive details from inside the Gambino crime family, revealing how he was recruited by John Gotti to help assassinate Paul…
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Patricia Heaton’s Sobriety Awakening | Wilmington News
Patricia Heaton’s journey to sobriety began quietly—with a glass of wine while cooking—but spiraled into a serious struggle as she drank nearly a whole bottle…
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Government Overreach Driving Cost of Living | Wilmington News
A conservative group slams government overreach as the real driver of America’s affordability crisis, unveiling ten bold policy fixes—from deregulating housing…
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Chicago Schools Struggle Amid Migrant Spending | Wilmington News
Chicago’s schools are in crisis, facing a $732 million budget shortfall that’s already led to the layoff of over 1,400 staff—teachers, aides, and more—while…
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Child Stars and Tiny Residual Checks | Wilmington News
Jennifer Tedmori, once a Nickelodeon star, went viral showing her tiny residual checks—sometimes just 68 cents or a few pennies—exposing how child stars rarely…
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County Revisits Flock Safety Surveillance Deal | Wilmington News
New Hanover County is under fire over its $219,000 deal with Flock Safety, which installed 19 AI surveillance cameras that have been searched nearly three…
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Remembering Chancellor Leutze | Wilmington News
UNC Wilmington is honoring its beloved former Chancellor James R. Leutze with a heartfelt memorial this Friday, August 21st at 2 PM in the Lumina Theater…
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Landfall Art Show Preview & Fundraiser | Wilmington News
Get ready for the Landfall Foundation Art Show and Sale — 225 artists, three days of art, and maybe your next favorite piece. Kick off with a First Look…
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Novant Plans 24-7 ER in Growing Hampstead | Wilmington News
Novant Health is set to build a 24/7 emergency department in Hampstead, right where US-17 meets NC-10 — the heart of booming development — to meet the surge in…
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Novant Plans New ER for Growing Pender County | Wilmington News
Novant Health is set to open a new 24-hour emergency department in Hampstead, Pender County, responding to a dramatic population surge of nearly 10,000…
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Southport Water Advisories Lifted | Wilmington News
Great news for Southport water lovers — swimming advisories have been lifted at two popular sound-side spots after bacteria levels dropped below safety…
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Carolina Beach Rezones for Growth | Wilmington News
Carolina Beach just approved a bold rezoning of ten Cape Fear Boulevard properties, flipping them from mixed-use to a new “commercial transition” zone designed…
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Cape Fear Museum Reopens with Interactive History | Wilmington News
Cape Fear Museum of History and Science just dropped its doors on August 18th—no dusty relics here, just high-energy, interactive exhibits that bring the…
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Novant Plans New Hampstead ER | Wilmington News
Novant Health is poised to transform Hampstead’s healthcare landscape with a new emergency department — a major win for local access, but one that’s sparking…
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Novant Builds New ER in Hampstead | Wilmington News
Novant Health is investing $50 million in Hampstead, NC, to build a freestanding emergency department at the busy intersection of U.S. 17 and N.C…
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New Program Delivers Food and Medicine | Wilmington News
New Hanover County’s bold new Food and Medication Delivery Program is here to transform lives in food deserts — delivering groceries and prescriptions right to…
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Caswell Beach Gets Self-Driving Lifebuoy | Wilmington News
Caswell Beach is set to get a game-changing rescue tool: the U SAFE, a self-driving remote-controlled lifebuoy that can navigate to distressed swimmers and…
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Honoring Local Legends Through Sports | Wilmington News
Wilmington is honoring two local legends by renaming gyms at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center after William E. Murphy III, aka “Big Train,” and…
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U.S. and Canada Trade Standoff Escalates | Wilmington News
The U.S. is on the brink of slapping 50% tariffs on $20 billion in Canadian goods, potentially triggering a trade war with deep historical roots and economic…
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Market Pullback Amid AI Cool and Oil Rise | Wilmington News
Markets are cooling after a tech-driven rally as AI giants like Nvidia and Micron face pressure amid rising bond yields. Global indices in Europe and Asia also…
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Tariffs at the Border | Wilmington News
Tensions are heating up between the U.S. and Canada as Trump threatens a 50% tariff on $20 billion in Canadian goods unless trade talks succeed—hockey sticks…
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Oil Routes Shift as Strait Tensions Rise | Wilmington News
Gas prices soar as global oil markets strain, spotlighting the Strait of Hormuz — but nations are racing to build new pipelines and bypass routes to keep fuel…
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Free Groceries Delivered to Food Deserts | Wilmington News
New Hanover County is launching a bold two-year pilot to fight food insecurity and transportation barriers by delivering groceries and prescriptions right to…
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ICE to Cover Local Officer Liability | Wilmington News
ICE is launching a new insurance program to shield local police officers involved in immigration arrests from financial liability, covering up to $500K in…
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Caswell Beach Gets Smart Water Rescue Tech | Wilmington News
Caswell Beach, North Carolina, is set to revolutionize water rescue with a donated U SAFE device — a self-propelled, remote-controlled lifebuoy that zips to…
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Jewish Community Center Groundbreaking | Wilmington News
The Jewish community is set to break ground on a brand new cultural hub Sunday, August 23rd at 11 AM on 2317 Market Street — a major milestone for preserving…
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Alliance Under Strain as Drills Scale Back | Wilmington News
South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung is rallying behind the U.S. alliance amid surprise cuts to joint military drills, a move by Trump citing his rapport with…
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When Screening Meets Ethics | Wilmington News
Massachusetts just passed a sweeping abortion law allowing terminations up to birth, sparking urgent ethical debate—especially from neonatologist Dr. Robin…
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Adult Story Hour Returns for Literacy | Wilmington News
Get ready to turn pages—and support literacy—this fall! The Cape Fear Literacy Council is reviving their wildly popular Adult Story Hour, kicking off September…
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Former Trooper Challenges Omar on Fraud | Wilmington News
Former state trooper John Nagel is launching a bold challenge against Rep. Ilhan Omar in Minnesota’s 5th District, weaponizing fraud allegations as his…
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When Prenatal Tests Meet Life-or-Death Decisions | Wilmington News
Massachusetts just shattered abortion limits—now extending to birth—and neonatologist Dr. Robin Pierucci is sounding the alarm. She warns that life-altering…