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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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Jhaniqua Palmer Returns to Lead YWCA | Wilmington News
Jhaniqua Palmer is back at the YWCA Lower Cape Fear as CEO, bringing a powerful blend of local roots and global experience. After four impactful years with the…
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UNCW Swim Team Teaches Water Safety | Wilmington News
UNCW Swim and Dive is offering a free, four-day water safety clinic for kids ages 6-12—August 24-27—and parents must RSVP by August 19 to secure their spot…
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Murdaugh’s Conviction Overturned | Wilmington News
Alex Murdaugh’s double murder conviction has been overturned after allegations of jury tampering by court clerk Becky Hill, setting the stage for a new trial…
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Tulsa Little League Stunned by Legal Twist | Wilmington News
Tulsa National Little League’s 12U team was disqualified from the Southwest Region Tournament for an ineligible player—just hours later, a Texas judge…
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Engine Trouble on Flight 1760 | Wilmington News
American Airlines Flight 1760 made a dramatic emergency landing after declaring mayday shortly after takeoff from Myrtle Beach, as passengers filmed apparent…
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RNC Builds Largest Election Integrity Team Yet | Wilmington News
The Republican National Committee is launching its biggest-ever election integrity push ahead of the 2026 midterms, already surpassing 2024 sign-up numbers…
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Jailhouse for Sale: History Meets Content | Wilmington News
A historic 1847 jailhouse in Perrysburg, Ohio, up for $400K, is a content creator’s dream—perfect for YouTube hooks like “Sleep in a real jail cell” or…
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From Wizards to ER Nurse | Wilmington News
Jennifer Stone, once a teen star from “Wizards of Waverly Place,” now finds her true grounding in the ER—where bad Wi-Fi and bodily fluids are daily reality…
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Warren and Lee Push Trump’s Defense Shift | Wilmington News
Senator Elizabeth Warren is giving President Trump unexpected credit for pressuring defense contractors to reinvest in military production instead of stock…
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Politics on the Housewives Set | Wilmington News
Andy Cohen’s defending “The Real Housewives” against claims it’s overrun with MAGA women, insisting the show is apolitical and champions diverse viewpoints —…
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Media Storm vs Fair Trial | Wilmington News
The Luigi Mangione trial is already a media circus before it even begins, with prosecutors fiercely resisting the defense’s push for open courtroom access…
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UNCW Athletics Gets Major Health Upgrade | Wilmington News
UNCW Athletics just landed the biggest deal in its history—a multi-year partnership with Novant Health and EmergeOrtho—setting the stage for a seismic upgrade…
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NC Colleges Shine in LinkedIn Career Rankings | Wilmington News
LinkedIn’s top 50 U.S. colleges for long-term career success just dropped—and North Carolina’s shining bright, with Duke landing at 2 overall, Wake Forest…
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U.S. Misses Total Eclipse This Time | Wilmington News
Miss the total solar eclipse? You’re not alone — this August 12th event skips the U.S., offering totality only over Greenland, Iceland, Spain, Russia, and…
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Columbus County Grants Fuel Community Impact | Wilmington News
Columbus County just got a major boost—$120,588 poured into local groups tackling everything from food access and youth programs to childhood cancer support…
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Rodgers Returns as Steelers Rebuild | Wilmington News
Aaron Rodgers is back for one last run with the Pittsburgh Steelers, turning heads as he enters his 43rd season — still elite when he’s on the field. After a…
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Carrington’s Foul and Social Fire | Wilmington News
DiJonai Carrington’s fiery flagrant foul on Sophie Cunningham—and her viral “WHITE PRIVILEGE” post—ignited a firestorm, fueling debates over race, sports, and…
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Fauci Texts Spark Senate Probe | Wilmington News
Senator Roger Marshall is demanding answers after newly released texts show Dr. Fauci privately acknowledging potential miscarriage risks from COVID-19…
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Coaches on the Hot Seat | Wilmington News
College football’s pressure cooker is heating up as the season looms — coaches face instant accountability with massive roster investments and zero tolerance…
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Families Demand Mayor’s Absence at 911 Remembrance | Wilmington News
Families of 9/11 victims are demanding Mayor Mamdani be barred from this year’s 25th anniversary ceremony, fearing his political past will overshadow the…
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CMS Halts Funding for Minors' Transition Meds | Wilmington News
CMS just halted federal funding for gender transition surgeries and hormone treatments for minors under Medicaid and CHIP, citing serious long-term health…
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Family Stranded Three Days on River | Wilmington News
A family of three got stranded for three days after their flimsy pool rafts broke apart on the Muskegon River in Michigan, forcing them into the wilderness…
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Columbus County Grants Boost Local Impact | Wilmington News
Columbus County just got a major boost—with $120,588 in new grants fueling 26 local groups tackling hunger, youth development, literacy, and emergency…
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Call 811 Before You Dig | Wilmington News
Don’t skip this: National Safe Digging Day reminds you to call 811 before any digging—whether it’s planting trees or fixing fences. Between January and June…
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Carolina Beach Dragon Boat Regatta | Wilmington News
Get ready for the Carolina Beach Dragon Boat Regatta and Festival—its 13th year, packed with over 36 races, 500+ paddlers, and 1,500+ spectators, all free to…
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Oil, AI, and Inflation Move Markets | Wilmington News
Markets opened mixed Tuesday as oil prices surged again amid U.S.-Iran tensions, pushing gas prices over $4 a gallon and rattling energy stocks. Wall Street…
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Wilmington Honors Alec Chambers with New Skate Park | Wilmington News
Wilmington is honoring skate legend Alec Chambers with a brand-new name for his favorite spot — The Alec Chambers Skate Park — set for a heartfelt dedication…
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Dance Moms Stars Head to Wilmington | Wilmington News
Wilmington’s about to shake up the dance scene this fall with the Coast to Coast Dance Convention hitting the Michael Jordan Sports Complex on September 19th —…
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Atlantic System Could Become Cristobal | Wilmington News
A tropical system brewing in the Atlantic near Africa could become a named storm this season—possibly Cristobal, the third of 2024. Trailing behind another…
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Houthi Escalation and Hormuz Tensions | Wilmington News
Houthi rebels in Yemen are escalating attacks on government strongholds, threatening regional stability and vital shipping lanes, while Iran defiantly vows to…
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Seeking Witnesses in Tragic Highway Crash | Wilmington News
A tragic crash on I-40 in New Hanover County last October claimed the life of Vilma Clay after she was struck twice—first while driving the wrong way, then…
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Russia’s North Korean Arms Surge | Wilmington News
Russia unleashes a devastating wave of missile and drone strikes across Ukraine, killing at least nine civilians—including a 15-year-old boy—and injuring…
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Prince George’s Eton Privacy Pact | Wilmington News
Prince George is officially headed to Eton College this fall—no royal fast-track, just a regular admissions process. As the future king steps into one of…
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Medicare for All Costs and Trade-offs | Wilmington News
Medicare for All isn’t just about universal coverage—it’s a financial minefield. Experts warn the proposed single-payer system could demand steep tax hikes and…
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Midwest Primaries Shape Democratic Future | Wilmington News
Democrats are locked in a fierce ideological battle across the Midwest, with Wisconsin and Minnesota’s primaries poised to reshape the party’s future. In…
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California Parole Board Faces Legal Challenge | Wilmington News
A fierce legal battle is brewing in California as a new lawsuit challenges the parole board’s power to consider resentencing for inmates serving life without…
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Cake Wars at a Jersey Pizzeria | Wilmington News
A viral New Jersey pizzeria incident sparked nationwide debate when a family brought a birthday cake without checking policy — leading to tension, online…
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Gaza Nutrition Survey Challenges Starvation Claims | Wilmington News
New data from a Gaza nutrition survey challenges claims of widespread starvation, showing acute malnutrition rates among kids under five are lower than…
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Private Concerns vs Public Reassurance on Vaccine Safety | Wilmington News
Newly leaked texts reveal Dr. Fauci privately expressing concern in early 2021 that fever and reactions to the second dose of mRNA vaccines “theoretically…
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Francesca Hong’s Progressive Gambit | Wilmington News
Francesca Hong, Wisconsin’s progressive gubernatorial hopeful, is in a high-stakes primary showdown — and her radical platform is sparking debate within her…
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Veterans Power the Trucking Future | Wilmington News
Veterans are set to transform the trucking industry with a bold new initiative: Freedom Haulers is slashing barriers to entry, letting vets turn military…
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Former Democrat Calls for Party Realignment | Wilmington News
A former Democratic insider, once close to Hillary Clinton and Capitol Hill, has quit the party—calling it too far left and morally lost—and is now endorsing a…
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Chef Dean Neff’s New Breakfast Spot | Wilmington News
Chef Dean Neff is set to open Little Bird in January 2027, right next door to his beloved Seabird, with a fresh take on breakfast and lunch that’s as vibrant…
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Powerball Jackpot Hits $975M | Wilmington News
Powerball’s jackpot just hit a staggering $975 million—the eighth-largest in history—and one lucky ticket matched all numbers, but no winner has stepped…
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DoorDash Driver Attacked in Jacksonville | Wilmington News
A DoorDash driver, Christen Phillips, was violently attacked by a man in a black Range Rover in Jacksonville—after a tense encounter at a green light escalated…
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Swift’s Silence vs Trump’s Music | Wilmington News
Taylor Swift’s music is quietly vanishing from White House and “Team Trump” social media — with her song “August” even replaced by a pro-Trump track in one…
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Powerball Jackpot Nears Billion Dollars | Wilmington News
Powerball’s jackpot just hit $975 million after no winner on Monday—making Wednesday’s draw a billion-dollar shot at history. The cash option? Roughly $422…
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Heat Wave to Hit Through Thursday | Wilmington News
A brutal heat wave is hitting with temps soaring into the upper 90s and humidity pushing the heat index past 107—dangerous conditions especially for vulnerable…
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Celebrate Downtown with Family Fun | Wilmington News
Wilmington’s downtown is transforming—and you’re invited to help shape it! Join the “Celebrate Downtown” event this Friday, October 30th at Riverfront Park for…
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Heat Safety Tips from Brunswick EMS | Wilmington News
Brunswick County EMS is sounding the alarm as heat-related emergencies spike this summer—especially among outdoor workers. They’re urging everyone to hydrate…
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Shape Wilmington Downtown This Friday | Wilmington News
Wilmington’s downtown is transforming—and they want YOU to help shape it. Join the “Celebrate Downtown” event this Friday, October 30th, at Riverfront Park for…
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Assad and Cousin Sentenced to Death | Wilmington News
Former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his cousin Atef Najib, a former brigadier general who oversaw the deadly crackdown in Daraa, have been sentenced to…
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Sea Tow Expands Fleet for Faster Rescue | Wilmington News
Sea Tow Wrightsville Beach just added a new 26-foot boat to its fleet, stationed at Port City Marina in Wilmington, slashing response times on the Cape Fear…
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Restoring North Carolina’s Historic Light Station | Wilmington News
A new crew of passionate friends has taken over the historic Frying Pan Shoals Light Station off North Carolina’s coast, aiming to restore it to its former…
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The Odd Fellows Building’s Legacy | Wilmington News
Step back into Wilmington’s past with the legendary Odd Fellows building at Third and Princess streets — a cornerstone of downtown life from 1904 until its拆除…
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NC Lottery Results August 10 2026 | Wilmington News
Win big with the August 10, 2026 North Carolina Lottery draw! Powerball winners hit the jackpot with numbers 6, 37, 54, 55, 64 + PB 10 (Power Play 3). Pick…
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Family Sues After Wrong-House Raid | Wilmington News
A federal judge just cleared the way for a lawsuit against law enforcement in Pender and Lee counties after a botched April raid that destroyed a family’s…
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Jesica Blake Takes Helm at Coastal Land Trust | Wilmington News
Jesica Blake is stepping into the role of executive director at the North Carolina Coastal Land Trust, bringing decades of experience to protect the state’s…
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France Bans Unsolicited Telemarketing Calls | Wilmington News
France just enacted a bold new law banning unsolicited telemarketing calls — meaning companies must get your explicit permission before contacting you, and you…
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Australia’s First Census on Gender and Sexuality | Wilmington News
Australia just made history with its first-ever optional census questions on sexual orientation and gender identity — a bold move after initial hesitation from…