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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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Oak Island Mosquito Fogging Plan | Wilmington News
Oak Island’s mosquito fogging blitz kicks off this week with targeted zones—first west of East 40th, then east of East 41st and the mainland—following state…
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Car Crashes Into STAR Center | Wilmington News
A car slammed into a pole on Sixteenth Street in Wilmington, NC, then bizarrely crashed through the New Hanover County STAR Center—no injuries inside, but…
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Oak Island Mosquito Fogging Schedule | Wilmington News
Oak Island’s mosquito battle is about to go airborne—fogging kicks off Wed & Thurs, July 29-30, targeting zones west and east of East Fortieth Street, with…
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Florida Executes Two in Single Day | Wilmington News
Florida executed two men in a single day — the first time in years — sparking national attention. James Duckett, 68, a former police officer convicted of…
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Predator Caught Online in Brunswick | Wilmington News
A 25-year-old man, Xavier Lee Espinoza, faces serious felony charges after attempting to arrange sexual contact with someone he believed was just 15 — turns…
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Teacher Cleared After Alleged Assaults | Wilmington News
A former elementary school teacher, Brittany Kosch, was acquitted of misdemeanor assault charges after a trial that exposed a deeply emotional and…
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E-Bike Escape Turns Violent | Wilmington News
Zackary Mukensturm turned a routine e-bike stop into a high-speed chase after allegedly fleeing police while impaired—dragging an officer 15 feet in the…
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Charlie Woods and Charley Hull’s Funny Moment | Wilmington News
Charlie Woods nearly lost his cool when a fan’s camera noise disrupted his swing — a stark reminder of how intense the spotlight can be even for young pros…
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Boat Crash Kills 48-Year-Old in No-Wake Zone | Wilmington News
A deadly boat crash on the Fox River claimed one life and left another injured when a drunk, high-speed driver slammed into a slower vessel in a no-wake zone…
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Bacon Recall Hits Three States | Wilmington News
Twelve thousand pounds of imported smoked bacon is being recalled across Idaho, Oregon, and Washington after skipping a mandatory U.S. inspection — triggering…
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Burma Targets Scam Masters with Death Penalty | Wilmington News
Burma just enacted a sweeping new law imposing the death penalty on internet scammers—especially those who use violence or torture—following a massive FBI…
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Iran’s Shadow Network in Britain | Wilmington News
An Iran expert is demanding the UK shut down the Islamic Center of England, alleging it’s a front for Iran’s supreme leader—with its Imam personally appointed…
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Impaired on a Lawn Mower | Wilmington News
An Iowa woman got arrested for OWI while driving a riding lawn mower—yes, a lawn mower—after witnesses saw her stumbling in a convenience store parking lot…
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ODNI Downsizes Again Amid Political Push | Wilmington News
Acting DNI William Pulte just announced a brutal 30% staff cut — the fifth round since he took the reins — to slash bloated bureaucracy and refocus the…
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Dolomites Overwhelmed by Tourists | Wilmington News
Italy’s Dolomites, especially Tre Cime di Lavaredo, are drowning in tourists—over 800,000 flock annually chasing Instagram-worthy sunrises and sunsets, turning…
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Chevy Chase Mistakes Katie Lee for Staff | Wilmington News
Katie Lee Biegel drops a wild backstage story from her days married to Billy Joel—back when they hosted a star-studded keg party at “The Sugar Shack” before…
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Fauci Diaries Spark Public Outrage | Wilmington News
Dr. Fauci’s newly leaked pandemic diaries are sparking firestorms online, revealing a behind-the-scenes portrait of a man obsessed with media fame — critics…
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Man Dragged Cop 15 Feet During DWI Escape | Wilmington News
A 30-year-old man named Zackary Mukensturm caused chaos in Wrightsville Beach after fleeing a DWI stop—dragging an officer 15 feet before hopping on an…
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Christopher Blackwell Faces Multiple Violent Charges | Wilmington News
A man in Columbus County, North Carolina, is facing multiple violent charges after allegedly kidnapping and strangling a woman with a shotgun in May—and doing…
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Brunswick County Team Claims Bronze | Wilmington News
Nine Brunswick County athletes stunned the nation by winning bronze in basketball at the Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis, becoming the first from…
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Red Shark Digital Saves Oceans | Wilmington News
This Shark Week, Red Shark Digital is teaming up with Wilmington’s local businesses and environmental groups to launch a bold digital campaign protecting our…
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Brunswick Schools Soar in 2025 | Wilmington News
Brunswick County schools are crushing it—students across K-3 are outpacing the state average, with kindergarten leading the charge by exceeding benchmarks by…
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Colonel Sanders’ Home and Treasures Auction | Wilmington News
Colonel Sanders’ historic Shelbyville home and KFC dinner house are hitting auction, complete with his iconic bow tie, pressure cooker, and original cash…
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Filming in Carolina Beach This Tuesday | Wilmington News
Filming for the new show “RJ Decker” is rolling in Carolina Beach on Tuesday, July 28th, from 7 AM to 9 PM—expect major parking disruptions and traffic delays…
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Helene Relief Camps Cost Millions | Wilmington News
Hurricane Helene’s aftermath left North Carolina scrambling, setting up 55 temporary base camps across the western part of the state that cost over $111…
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Lucinda Williams Channels Protest Music Fire | Wilmington News
Lucinda Williams unleashes her fiery new album “World Gone Wrong,” channeling the protest spirit of her youth to ignite outrage and hope in a chaotic world…
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Brunswick County Drug Busts | Wilmington News
Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office pulls off major drug busts, arresting multiple suspects in a coordinated crackdown on trafficking, fentanyl, and child…
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Three Dollar Ticket, Hundred Thousand Win | Wilmington News
A South Carolina woman named Mary Ann Hammond turned a $3 Powerball ticket into a $72,001.11 windfall after hitting the jackpot with the Power Play…
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Novant Health Hiring Event This Thursday | Wilmington News
Don’t miss Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center’s big hiring event this Thursday, July 30th—your chance to land a role in patient care, radiology, food…
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Rebecca Cooke and the Conversion Therapy Debate | Wilmington News
Rebecca Cooke’s bid to flip a GOP seat in Wisconsin just got a lot hotter — and not in the way she hoped — after she dodged questions about supporting a…
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Schmitt Pushes Random Case Assignments | Wilmington News
Senator Eric Schmitt is rolling out the BOASBERG Act — a bold new law designed to stop “judge shopping” by forcing random assignment of federal civil cases…
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Emanuel Warns Progressives on Midterms | Wilmington News
Rahm Emanuel is warning Democrats that focusing on democratic socialist candidates could backfire in the midterms, arguing their policies don’t resonate…
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Lioness Season 3 Drops This Sunday | Wilmington News
Lioness is roaring back for Season 3 on Paramount+ this August, and it’s darker, tighter, and more explosive than ever. Taylor Sheridan’s signature gritty…
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Paulina Gretzky Wins Golf, Mansion Hits Market | Wilmington News
Paulina Gretzky just stole the spotlight—yes, Dustin Johnson’s wife—by winning a golf tournament alongside Alexandra O’Laughlin, marking her first major win in…
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Charlie Kirk’s Unexpected Act of Mercy | Wilmington News
Benny Johnson recounts a harrowing personal crisis when his D.C. home caught fire—believed tied to local conflict—threatening his newborn and family. Left…
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Kyle Busch’s Legacy Lives On | Wilmington News
Two months after Kyle Busch’s sudden death from sepsis following severe pneumonia, his widow Samantha is still reeling—sleeping with his shirt and a body…
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Breaking the Cycle for Black Mothers | Wilmington News
Pastor Corey Brooks exposes how well-intentioned government programs backfired, trapping Black families in cycles of dependency by unintentionally rewarding…
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Carnie Wilson Reunites With Childhood Idol | Wilmington News
Carnie Wilson drops a throwback vibe, sharing a sweet selfie with childhood idol Kristy McNichol — the ’80s queen who vanished from Hollywood two decades ago…
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DNC in Crisis as Leadership Falters | Wilmington News
The Democratic National Committee is under fire as internal tensions, fundraising woes, and leadership doubts swirl ahead of the midterms. Former Biden and…
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Lightning Strikes Two on Wrightsville Beach | Wilmington News
Lightning struck twice at Wrightsville Beach’s Shell Island last Saturday, hitting two people near noon—no fatalities yet, but their condition remains unknown…
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Tech Stocks Tumble Amid AI Bubble Fears | Wilmington News
Tech stocks are crashing globally as AI hype turns nervous, with chipmakers like Samsung and SK Hynix taking heavy hits amid fears of a bubble and China’s…
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Netanyahu Trump Zelenskyy D.C. Power Plays | Wilmington News
Netanyahu’s first face-to-face with Trump since the Iran war erupted five months ago is a high-stakes reset, covering Lebanon’s Hezbollah deal and expanding…
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Western NC’s Innovation Factory Launches | Wilmington News
Western North Carolina is launching the Futures Factory — a 70,000-square-foot innovation hub powered by universities, manufacturers, and entrepreneurs to turn…
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Big Hiring Event at Brunswick Medical Center | Wilmington News
Don’t miss Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center’s big hiring event this Thursday, July 30th—perfect for nurses, CNA’s, radiology staff, food service, and…
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Carly Simon Reveals Parkinson's Diagnosis | Wilmington News
Carly Simon, the iconic voice behind “You’re So Vain,” reveals she’s been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, sharing how her mobility has declined and how the…
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El-Sayed's Ogre on a Pike Controversy | Wilmington News
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed’s viral “ogre on a pike” remark—originally meant to symbolize taking down Senator John Fetterman to hold politicians…
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Columbus County Schools Unveils Magic School AI | Wilmington News
Columbus County Schools is rolling out Magic School, a custom-built AI platform designed to be a thoughtful learning partner—not a shortcut. It’s tailored to…
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Soros Doubles Down on Progressive Prosecutors | Wilmington News
The Soros family is pouring millions into progressive prosecutors despite recent electoral setbacks, signaling an unwavering commitment to reshaping criminal…
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Iran's Prisoners as Political Leverage | Wilmington News
Iranian-American conservationist Morad Tahbaz, who spent nearly six years in Evin Prison on baseless charges—including training lizards to spy for Israel—was…
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When Reporting Feels Like Mind Reading | Wilmington News
When a mentalist took the stage at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, it wasn’t just a quirky moment—it was a mirror held up to modern journalism…
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Mom’s Locker Room Shock | Wilmington News
A Washington mom says she witnessed a transgender man showering in the women’s locker room at a local recreation center while her daughter competed in a swim…
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Bipartisan Sanctions Honor Graham | Wilmington News
A major bipartisan Senate bill is poised to deliver heavy sanctions on Russia, honoring the legacy of late Senator Lindsey Graham, whose career was defined by…
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Georgia Special & South Dakota Runoff | Wilmington News
Two high-stakes races today: Georgia’s special election to fill the late Rep. David Scott’s seat — a safe Democratic district where his daughter seeks to honor…
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El-Sayed's Ogre Comment Sparks Debate | Wilmington News
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is under fire for a leaked audio clip where he called Senator John Fetterman an “ogre on a pike,” sparking outrage…
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Chili's Brings Back the Retro Vibe | Wilmington News
Chili’s is reviving its iconic 90s vibe with a nationwide redesign—think red booths, neon signs, and retro art—to bring back that classic “Chili’s” feel after…
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Mayor Faces Holocaust Museum Invitation | Wilmington News
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s repeated use of “genocide” to describe Gaza has sparked fierce backlash, prompting the chairman of the U.S. Holocaust…
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AI and Elections: Trust the Source | Wilmington News
AI chatbots are stepping into the voting arena, sparking debate over accuracy and trust as election officials scramble to balance innovation with integrity…
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Heat Advisory Then Storms | Wilmington News
Hot and sticky today with temps hitting the low to mid 90s and a heat index soaring to 108—heat advisory in effect for New Hanover, Brunswick, and Columbus…
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Johnson & Johnson Talc Lawsuit Settlement | Wilmington News
Johnson & Johnson is offering $5.5 billion to settle nearly 76,000 remaining talc-related lawsuits, stemming from claims that their baby powder caused cancer —…
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Fire Chiefs Demand Real Water Solutions | Wilmington News
Brunswick County fire chiefs are shutting down a dangerous loophole: developers can no longer rely on fire department water tankers to compensate for…