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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…
Episodes
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Founders Park Grand Reopening in Leland | Wilmington News
Leland, North Carolina just unveiled its stunning new Founders Park — a $2.5 million transformation that turned a sleepy town square into a vibrant community…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Back to School Bash Gives Back | Wilmington News
Kid’s Street Urgent Care turned up the fun and gave back big time at their “Back to School Bash” in Wilmington — free bounce houses, foam parties, and a raffle…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Teen Stole $25K Car Then Flew at 100 MPH | Wilmington News
A 23-year-old woman, Tori Vanette Langdon, is facing multiple charges after allegedly stealing a $25K Chevrolet Malibu and fleeing at 100 mph in a 55 mph…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Teen Steals $25K Car Then Speeds Away | Wilmington News
A 23-year-old woman is facing ten felony charges after allegedly stealing a $25,000 Chevy Malibu and then fleeing at 100 mph through a construction…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!FBI Releases New Age-Progressed Images of Suspect in 40-Year-Old Murder | Wilmington News
Forty years after the brutal murder of University of Colorado student Sidney Lee Wells, the FBI is releasing new age-progressed images of the suspect, Thayne…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Clenney Plea Deal in Murder Case | Wilmington News
Courtney Clenney, the OnlyFans model charged with second-degree murder in the stabbing death of her boyfriend Christian Obumseli, has reached a plea deal —…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Romo Out CBS Finds New Voice | Wilmington News
Tony Romo’s NFL broadcasting future is in serious doubt after CBS places him on leave following his arrest for DUI — a move that could stretch into the…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Trump Warns Iran’s Military Is Fading | Wilmington News
Trump warns of prolonged U.S.-Iran conflict, predicting Iran’s military will steadily weaken despite occasional surges, as Washington escalates strikes after…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Fangio’s Fauci Joke Goes Viral | Wilmington News
Vic Fangio cracked a joke about invoking the Fifth Amendment like Dr. Fauci during a presser, sparking a viral moment amplified by Pat McAfee’s satirical…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Pentagon's Missile Defense Crisis | Wilmington News
The Pentagon’s missile defense arsenal is in crisis, with Patriot and THAAD interceptors plummeting to dangerously low levels—forcing a strategic rethink as…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Mangione’s Trial Faces Media Battle | Wilmington News
Luigi Mangione’s defense is mounting a fierce legal challenge against strict media access rules for his murder trial, arguing they violate his right to a…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!WNBA Activism Under Fire | Wilmington News
Teenagers supporting women’s sports at a WNBA game in Seattle faced heckling from adults, sparking outrage from Riley Gaines, who argues the league is…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Carville Warns Left Wing Extremes | Wilmington News
Veteran strategist James Carville warns that progressive Democratic candidates, while winning primaries, risk alienating moderate voters and costing the party…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Diane Farr Leaves LA After 30 Years | Wilmington News
Diane Farr Leaves LA After 30 Years | Wilmington News
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Leland’s Explosive Growth Explained | Wilmington News
Leland, North Carolina is exploding—projected to hit 74,000 by 2045, more than double its current size. Since 2010, its population has nearly doubled, fueled…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tragic Murder-Suicide in New Hanover County | Wilmington News
A tragic murder-suicide has rocked a quiet New Hanover County neighborhood, leaving the community in shock. Stephen and Tracey Willetts were found dead in…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Columbus County Drug Bust Details | Wilmington News
Columbus County deputies raided a Hoover Road home in Riegelwood, smashing through the door to uncover massive drug busts — heroin, cocaine, meth, oxycodone…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Church Feeds 5000 in Cape Fear | Wilmington News
Hungry? This Saturday at 8 AM, a local church is feeding 5000 in the Cape Fear region—free fish, chicken, and more, while supplies last. Organized by Pastor…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Crash Closes US-17 Southbound in Pender County | Wilmington News
Crash Closes US-17 Southbound in Pender County | Wilmington News
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!New Coach, New Identity for Ashley Football | Wilmington News
Ashley High School football is roaring into the new season under fiery new head coach Adam Purzitza, who’s bringing a relentless, physical, and fast-paced…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Empowering Young Girls with Confidence | Wilmington News
Young girls aged five to twelve lit up at the YWCA’s “Empower Experience: Crowning in Confidence” workshop, where they learned self-defense, online safety, and…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Pender County’s New Park Opens Soon | Wilmington News
Pender County’s long-awaited Central Pender Park is finally opening next Monday, August 3rd — and it’s packed with fun: four lit athletic fields, a playground…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Remembering Jacob: A Community in Grief | Wilmington News
A Laney High student’s tragic death in a 2 AM crash has shattered the school community, sparking heartfelt tributes and a wave of support as classmates gather…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!The Ransom Notes That Might Break the Case | Wilmington News
Investigators are racing to identify the writer of chilling ransom notes tied to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, who vanished from her Tucson home on…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Midtown YMCA Expands for Community | Wilmington News
The Midtown YMCA in Wilmington is set to transform with a $15 million expansion, tripling its size to nearly 48,000 square feet and adding an indoor aquatics…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Teacher Accused of Sex with Student | Wilmington News
A North Carolina teacher, James Graves, faces 14 counts of sexual misconduct with a minor, plus charges of exploitation and sharing explicit media — all while…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Lawrence Thomas Convicted in Girlfriend’s Murder | Wilmington News
A man named Lawrence Thomas has been convicted of first-degree murder in the February 2022 shooting death of his estranged girlfriend, Hazel Leach. The jury…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!YMCA Expansion to Transform Midtown | Wilmington News
The Midtown YMCA just broke ground on a $15 million expansion set to transform the facility into a 48,000-square-foot wellness hub—almost doubling its size…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Levi's Denim Deals You Can't Miss | Wilmington News
Levi’s is slashing prices on iconic denim—classic 501s and 505s for men, plus baggy 90s and superlow styles for women—all starting at just $38. Whether you’re…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!F-35B Crash at Miramar | Wilmington News
An F-35B fighter jet crashed on the flight line at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, sparking a brush fire visible from the freeway. The pilot ejected safely…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Adam O’Neal Steps Down After Reimagining Opinion Section | Wilmington News
Adam O’Neal is stepping down as The Washington Post’s opinion editor after a transformative year focused on free markets and personal liberties, leaving behind…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Founders Park Reopens with Big Party | Wilmington News
Get ready for a wild Friday night in Leland—Founders Park is reopening with a bang! Live beach music, mini golf, foam axe throwing, and a splash pad await…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Moore Stays, Simpson Leaves College Football | Wilmington News
Oregon’s Dante Moore shocks the football world by returning for one more college season, skipping the NFL Draft despite his elite talent. Meanwhile, Alabama’s…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Murder-Suicide at 40th Wedding Anniversary | Wilmington News
A tragic murder-suicide has rocked a tight-knit community in New Hanover County, where a husband and wife—just days after celebrating their 40th wedding…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Democratic Socialists Surge in Influence | Wilmington News
A new poll reveals one-third of Democrats and Democratic leaners now identify as democratic socialists, signaling a major shift in party dynamics. This trend…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau's New Chapter | Wilmington News
Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau are officially heating up the romance rumors — spotted cozy on a French Riviera boat, with Trudeau even helping her apply…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Charley Hull’s Prank on Caddie Goes Viral | Wilmington News
Pro golfer Charley Hull pulled a wild prank on her caddie Adam Woodward by giving him a fake $100,000 scratch-off ticket—sending him into full-blown excitement…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Brittney Griner Files for Divorce | Wilmington News
WNBA legend Brittney Griner has filed for divorce from her wife Cherelle, citing irreconcilable differences after seven years of marriage and the couple’s…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Surfer Arran Strong Presumed Lost at Sea | Wilmington News
A British surfing star, 28-year-old Arran Strong, is presumed lost at sea after paddling ahead of his coach during a break — the last time anyone saw him…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Murder-Suicide in New Hanover County | Wilmington News
A tragic murder-suicide has rocked a quiet New Hanover County neighborhood, leaving the community stunned. Stephen and Tracey Willetts were found dead in their…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Leland’s New Industrial Boom | Wilmington News
Canvasback Capital is transforming Leland’s Innovation Park with a bold new industrial development, pouring $2 million into 31 acres to build flexible…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!YMCA Gets Major Expansion Boost | Wilmington News
The Midtown YMCA is undergoing a massive $15 million expansion, thanks to a $4 million boost from the New Hanover Community Endowment and over $11.5 million…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Power Line Sparks Fire on Rockhill Road | Wilmington News
Power Line Sparks Fire on Rockhill Road | Wilmington News
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Designing Floating Villas for Coastal Comfort | Wilmington News
Designer Laura Dodd is turning floating villas at Port City Marina into serene waterfront escapes, crafting interiors that feel like home without resorting to…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wrightsville Beach Pipeline Work Delaying Pelican Drive | Wilmington News
Wrightsville Beach is hitting the ground running with major wastewater pipe upgrades starting August third—right where you’ve seen construction before, around…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Clear the Shelters: Adoption Surge | Wilmington News
Eight local groups are rallying for “Clear the Shelters,” a nationwide push to find forever homes for pets—with adoption fees slashed or waived. But demand is…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Coastal Changes and Community Debates | Wilmington News
Coastal towns are buzzing with change—new hotels hitting Ocean Isle Beach, traffic tweaks planned for Wrightsville, heated debates over Freeman Park’s future…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!YMCA Expands to Serve Wilmington Community | Wilmington News
The Midtown YMCA in Wilmington is launching a $15 million expansion—tripling its size to 48,000 sq ft—with new pools, courts, and wellness spaces funded by…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wawa Unveils New Wilmington Spot | Wilmington News
Wawa’s making a big splash in Wilmington, NC with its newest store — complete with local leaders, cops, and their feathered mascot Wally Goose. The grand…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Pelican Drive Paving Delay Ahead | Wilmington News
Pelican Drive’s paving project faces a two-week delay as Cape Fear Public Utility Authority digs into essential wastewater pipeline work near Lee’s Cut and…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wawa Expands in Wilmington | Wilmington News
Wawa’s rolling into Wilmington with a bang—opening its second spot in New Hanover County on August 13th, complete with a 7:55 AM countdown, free T-shirts for…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bill Clark Homes Plans 1,000+ New Homes in Rocky Point | Wilmington News
Bill Clark Homes is pushing to build 1,023 new homes on 630 acres in Rocky Point — a massive “conservation-forward” development set to begin in 2028 and…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wawa’s Big North Carolina Expansion | Wilmington News
Wawa’s throwing a massive celebration this Thursday, August 13th — doors open at 8 AM, but the hype kicks in at 7:55 with free t-shirts for the first 250…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Kennedy’s $5 Healthy Meals Show | Wilmington News
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. just launched “The Real Food Show,” a bold new cooking series proving healthy, affordable meals are within reach for every…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ryan Gosling Joins Marvel as Ghost Rider | Wilmington News
Ryan Gosling is officially joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Ghost Rider, set for release in 2028 — a major career pivot after years of intense dramas…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Senator Sasse Defies Death, Warns of America's Future | Wilmington News
Former Senator Ben Sasse, facing stage four pancreatic cancer and initially given just months to live, defied the odds—his tumors shrunk by 80% after joining a…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Homicide in Mattapan Home | Wilmington News
An 18-year-old woman was found dead in a Mattapan home owned by Rep. Ayanna Pressley’s husband, officially ruled a homicide with a gunshot wound. Authorities…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Early Release Law Faces Deadly Fallout | Wilmington News
A controversial COVID-era law, championed by Rep. Nellie Pou, freed over 7,000 inmates early to curb prison outbreaks—shaving months or even years off…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!AAS Celebrates 50 Years of Art and Legacy | Wilmington News
Celebrate 50 years of art, culture, and community with the Associated Artists of Southport—kickoff event August 23rd at Franklin Square Gallery, featuring live…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Whittingham Takes Over Michigan | Wilmington News
Sherrone Moore’s exit from Michigan sends shockwaves through Ann Arbor, replaced by Kyle Whittingham — Utah’s seasoned 22-year head coach — stepping into the…