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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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Thomas Davis Speaks on Opioid Struggle | Wilmington News
Thomas Davis, the NFL legend and Walter Payton Man of the Year known for his grit and charity, has broken his silence about a devastating opioid addiction that…
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Navy Pilot Writes Jack Ryan Underwater Thriller | Wilmington News
Retired Navy pilot Jack Stewart, a TOPGUN graduate and commercial airline pilot, drops his explosive debut novel Pressure Depth, thrusting Jack Ryan Jr. into…
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Tropical Storm Dolly and the Coincidence | Wilmington News
Tropical Storm Dolly just formed in the Atlantic, becoming the fourth named storm of a quieter-than-expected hurricane season—thanks to El Niño. While it’s…
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Bullfrog Corner’s Final Chapter in Southport | Wilmington News
Bullfrog Corner, Southport’s beloved 25-year-old vintage haven, is set to close by December 31st to make way for a new four-unit apartment building atop its…
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Bullfrog Corner Closes in Southport | Wilmington News
Southport’s beloved Bullfrog Corner store, a candy-and-toy staple on Howe and Moore Streets, is closing by year’s end — marking the end of an era for this…
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Brunswick County Transit Upgrades in Progress | Wilmington News
Brunswick County is gearing up for major transit upgrades, with new bus routes and expanded services aimed at connecting more communities. County commissioners…
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Halloween Prep & Mall Chicken Closure | Wilmington News
Halloween’s almost here, and Spirit Halloween is already popping up in Wilmington—two spots open, including the former Forever 21 at Independence Mall. Grab…
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NC’s Top Universities Shine Globally | Wilmington News
Duke and UNC-Chapel Hill just soared onto the global university rankings—Duke at 30, UNC at 55—proving North Carolina’s top schools are world-class. Duke leads…
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Alabama License Plates Fuel Dolly's Book Drive | Wilmington News
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is soaring in Alabama after her passing, thanks to a grassroots push for a special license plate that funds free books for…
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Dodgers Payroll & Mark Walter Probe | Wilmington News
Dodgers owner Mark Walter is under federal investigation over alleged undisclosed loans to his businesses, sparking wild rumors that the team’s billion-dollar…
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Meteorologist Can't Stop Laughing Live | Wilmington News
A Maine meteorologist went viral after losing control of his laughter during a live weather report—triggered by an accidental Charlie Brown sound effect prank…
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Payton Slams Analyst Over Nix Stats | Wilmington News
Sean Payton shuts down Geoff Schwartz’s claim that Broncos QB Bo Nix doesn’t throw deep, pointing to the fact that Nix leads the NFL in TD passes over 20 yards…
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Southeastern NC Teams Play Early to Avoid Rain | Wilmington News
When the rain threatened Friday night, Southeastern North Carolina high school football teams moved fast—shifting key matchups to Thursday to dodge the storm…
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Ruffalo Under Fire Over Merger Remarks | Wilmington News
Actor Mark Ruffalo’s fiery critique of the Warner Bros. Discovery merger has ignited a Hollywood firestorm after Paramount publicly backed a damning accusation…
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Bus Delays Leave Kids Exhausted | Wilmington News
Bus stop chaos hits Brunswick County’s first week of school as kids arrive home dangerously late—sometimes not until 4 p.m.—leaving them exhausted and short on…
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AI Ad Sparks Senate Race Firestorm | Wilmington News
In a fiery North Carolina Senate race, incumbent Michael Lee drops an AI-generated attack ad targeting opponent Jessica Bichler—accusing her of defunding…
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Ukraine’s New Missiles Spark Russian Warning | Wilmington News
Ukraine just stunned the world by launching its own Flamingo missiles on a Russian ammo dump — proof they’re building lethal firepower at home. Russia’s…
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Ruffalo vs Paramount Over Antisemitism Accusation | Wilmington News
Actor Mark Ruffalo is facing backlash from Paramount Pictures and a group called The Brigade for calling out Jewish executives in a media merger, with critics…
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States and Parents Take Back Education | Wilmington News
The Department of Education is launching a bold new push to return control of education to states and parents, arguing that trillions spent haven’t improved…
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Three Undocumented Men Arrested in Child Exploitation Ring | Wilmington News
Nine men arrested in a Fairfax County child exploitation ring include three undocumented immigrants from El Salvador with prior criminal records, raising…
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Josh Jacobs Faces NFL Fallout | Wilmington News
Josh Jacobs’ NFL career hangs in the balance after shocking new video evidence emerges from a May altercation with his ex-girlfriend, showing him allegedly…
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Shapiro Challenges Trump’s Title X Rules | Wilmington News
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is leading a legal battle against Trump-era rules restricting how federal family planning funds can be used, arguing the new…
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CNN Mistake Shows Even Legends Are Human | Wilmington News
Dolly Parton’s passing sent shockwaves across the nation, but a CNN broadcast took an unexpected turn when an image of a Dolly impersonator was mistakenly…
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Omar’s Son Raided, Not Charged | Wilmington News
Police raided the apartment of Ilhan Omar’s son, Adnan Hirsi, and his roommate, Abdulrahman Abdi, seizing guns and ammo — leading to Abdi’s arrest while Hirsi…
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New Jersey Voter Roll Mess | Wilmington News
New Jersey’s voter rolls are in chaos after a software glitch at the DMV accidentally registered 6,600 noncitizens — mostly via Motor Voter — sparking a…
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Kylie Jenner’s Knicks Vibe & Bold Truths | Wilmington News
Kylie Jenner’s Knicks fandom is sparking wild debate—she’s calling out critics who doubt her loyalty, crediting her first game with Timothée Chalamet as the…
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Voices Rising Beyond the Field | Wilmington News
High school football’s back, and this time the stands are singing — not just cheering. In the Cape Fear region, fans are stepping up to belt out the national…
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East Columbus Stuns Heide Trask | Wilmington News
East Columbus stunned Heide Trask with a gritty 12-6 win in a defensive slugfest, fueled by key plays like Demetrius Dexter’s interception and Ryan Cobb’s…
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North Brunswick Shuts Out Rival | Wilmington News
North Brunswick Shuts Out Rival | Wilmington News
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Wolfpack Edge Trojans in Thriller | Wilmington News
Whiteville’s Wolfpack stunned West Brunswick’s Trojans in a nail-biting, back-and-forth thriller, pulling away with a 39-36 victory to stay undefeated. Jumping…
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Three Arrested in Whiteville Drug Bust | Wilmington News
Three suspects busted in Whiteville on major drug charges after a raid turned up cocaine, meth, and paraphernalia at their Vinson Boulevard home—Steven Best…
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Marine Faces Murder and Robbery Charges | Wilmington News
A Marine stationed at Camp Lejeune faces life-altering charges after a brutal June assault left a woman with neck and spine fractures. Newly indicted on…
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The Fall of the Butcher of Bosnia | Wilmington News
The “Butcher of Bosnia” Ratko Mladić, the Bosnian Serb general convicted of orchestrating some of Europe’s worst atrocities since WWII—including the Srebrenica…
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2026 College Football Predictions | Wilmington News
College football’s 2026 season is shaping up to be electric—Miami, Texas Tech, Ohio State, and Georgia all eye conference titles, while Indiana could shock the…
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Colbert Pushes Kimmel for Emmy | Wilmington News
Stephen Colbert, fresh off his final Late Show, is still making waves — and not just because he’s nominated for Outstanding Variety Series. He’s publicly…
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Minnesota vs Texas on Extradition | Wilmington News
Minnesota’s AG Keith Ellison is blasting Texas Governor Greg Abbott for allegedly shielding a fugitive ICE agent, Christian Castro, who’s accused of shooting…
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Golf Ad Backlash and Brand Fallout | Wilmington News
A viral golf YouTube ad featuring a guy shoving a woman sparked outrage, leading to major brands pulling support and a TV show postponing its airing. Callaway…
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Josh Jacobs Faces Misdemeanor Charges | Wilmington News
Josh Jacobs faces misdemeanor charges of battery and criminal damage after a May domestic incident, potentially leading to jail time and fines — a blow to his…
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Marine One Near Miss at Reagan | Wilmington News
A near-miss at Reagan National Airport last week sent shockwaves when Marine One, carrying the President, took off without clear communication with air traffic…
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Cobalt-60 Secured from Guatemala | Wilmington News
A high-stakes, cross-border operation successfully removed dangerous cobalt-60 from Guatemala and secured it in the U.S., preventing potential use in a dirty…
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Strait of Hormuz Deal and U.S. Military Access | Wilmington News
Tensions simmer around the Strait of Hormuz as Trump pushes to make it U.S. territory, while CENTCOM insists Iran doesn’t control it—despite helping 1,500…
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WWE Returns to Perth with Wrestlepalooza | Wilmington News
WWE is bringing back Wrestlepalooza in Perth, Australia, on December 12, 2026, as part of a three-year deal with the Western Australian Government — and it’s…
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Former Deputy Charged in Sexual Offense | Wilmington News
A former sheriff’s deputy in New Hanover County is facing felony charges after a shocking allegation of non-consensual sexual conduct involving force, emerging…
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Meta Pays $17B for Teen Safety Failures | Wilmington News
Meta just agreed to the biggest consumer protection settlement ever with a tech giant—$17.1 billion nationwide—to address allegations they knowingly designed…
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Gay Officer Sues Wilmington Police | Wilmington News
A Wilmington police officer, Corporal Melanie Medlock, is suing her department and city for civil rights violations, claiming she faced discrimination and…
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Wave Transit Upgrades Bus Stops with Community Help | Wilmington News
Wave Transit is upgrading bus stops with 19 new shelters and benches, funded by federal dollars and set to install next month—just the start. They’re reviving…
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Moving Forward with Hope and Community | Wilmington News
The Living Hope Day Center is relocating from its longtime home at First Baptist Church to a new spot in Wilmington’s Tenth and Dock streets — the former…
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Glacial Collapse Ravages Himalayan Border | Wilmington News
A catastrophic glacial collapse in the Nepal-China border region unleashed deadly floods and mudslides, killing at least 360 people and leaving over 1,400…
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Dolly Parton’s Lasting Legacy | Wilmington News
Dolly Parton’s legacy lives on through her generosity and music, especially her Imagination Library that’s gifted millions of free books to kids. One fan…
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Free Lice Screenings for School Staff | Wilmington News
School’s back in session—and lice are ready to spread. Catherine Collins, founder of Coastal Lice Center, is offering free head screenings for school staff to…
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Walker Jenkins Heads to the Majors | Wilmington News
Walker Jenkins, the No. 5 overall draft pick in 2023, is finally making his MLB debut after a meteoric rise through the minors — from high school phenom to AAA…
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Gas Line Hit Closes Castle Hayne Road | Wilmington News
A construction crew in New Hanover County, NC, accidentally hit a gas line on Castle Hayne Road, forcing a road closure and evacuating eight nearby businesses…
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Young Pastor Accused of Church Embezzlement | Wilmington News
A 23-year-old former pastor in Columbus County is facing 16 felony embezzlement charges after allegedly stealing nearly $58,000 from his church—money…
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Mold Closes Classrooms After HVAC Issues | Wilmington News
Three classrooms in Pender County schools remain closed at the start of the year due to mold — but don’t panic: it’s all tied to HVAC upgrades that disrupted…
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Cape Fear College Surges to #1 Enrollment | Wilmington News
Cape Fear Community College just smashed the state’s enrollment growth record, soaring 18%—nearly triple North Carolina’s average and six times faster than the…
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Blue Land Crab Invasion in Carolinas | Wilmington News
Invasive blue land crabs are making their way up the Carolina coast—officials have spotted 23 so far, including a few near Emerald Isle. Originally from…
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East Carolina Sororities Under Fire | Wilmington News
East Carolina University is under fire after two sororities, Delta Zeta and Chi Omega, faced serious allegations of hazing — with disturbing videos surfacing…
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Preacher Accused of Church Fund Embezzlement | Wilmington News
A former preacher, Devin Cyrus Carroll, is facing 16 counts of embezzlement after allegedly stealing nearly $58,000 from Happy Home Baptist Church. Over…
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Paula Poundstone’s Live Return | Wilmington News
Paula Poundstone is bringing her razor-sharp, autobiographical comedy to the Brooklyn Arts Center in Wilmington, NC, on August 27th—don’t miss it. From her…
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Piker vs Politicians Over Israel Remarks | Wilmington News
Hasan Piker’s latest stream ignited a firestorm after he suggested American Jews might face consequences for their perceived singular focus on Israel —…