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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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Bridge Contract Raises Transparency Questions | Wilmington News
A $2.4 million bridge contract in Wilmington went to Saffo Contractors, owned by the mayor’s brother, sparking controversy after it emerged the city quietly…
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NC Community Colleges Get New Leader | Wilmington News
North Carolina just tapped Dr. Monty Sullivan, a seasoned community college leader with 12 years as Louisiana’s system head, to lead its massive 58-college…
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UNCW Campus Road Project Approved | Wilmington News
UNCW’s campus is getting a major upgrade with a new 2,000-foot road linking Hurst Drive to Riegel Road — approved by the University of North Carolina Board of…
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Flood Watch & Storms Hit Southeast NC | Wilmington News
Southeastern North Carolina braces for a soaking weekend as a stalled front dumps heavy rain—potentially 4 to 6 inches—with flash flood warnings in effect…
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Arson Attempt at Federal Building in NYC | Wilmington News
Federal prosecutors released shocking surveillance footage of a U.S. Army veteran allegedly staging a deadly arson attack on a high-security federal building…
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A Father’s 30-Day Mission to Prevent Drowning | Wilmington News
Jonathan St. Clair is on a 30-day cross-country mission to visit every MLB stadium, wearing a life jacket and a hat with all 30 team logos, as a heartfelt…
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Barkley Calls for NFL Grass Fields | Wilmington News
Saquon Barkley is leading the charge to switch NFL fields to natural grass, arguing that if the World Cup could pull it off, the league should too. He admits…
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Red Sox Prospect Brawl Ignites System | Wilmington News
Boston Red Sox minor league fire erupts as prospect Justin Gonzales homers then slaps opposing catcher Cal Stark, sparking a wild on-field brawl — a perfect…
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Surprise Campaigns Reshaping Democratic Races | Wilmington News
A surprise Democratic wave sweeps Colorado as Melat Kiros, virtually unknown a week before the election, wins her congressional primary—using a viral…
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House Democrats Move Forward | Wilmington News
House Democrats are pushing back against Republican attacks, rallying behind key legislation and emphasizing unity in the face of political pressure. Listen in…
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Rays Blueprint vs Blue Jays Struggles | Wilmington News
The Tampa Bay Rays are quietly dominating baseball without flashy stars or big budgets—why aren’t other teams copying their blueprint? Today, hybrid pitcher…
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Trump Returns to Press Dinner Amid Security Changes | Wilmington News
President Trump returns to the spotlight at the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner, a defiant gathering held at the Waldorf Astoria…
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Hasan Piker Picks AOC for 2028 | Wilmington News
Twitch streamer Hasan Piker boldly picks Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as his top choice for 2028 president, beating out heavyweights like Kamala…
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Shania Twain Hails Ella Langley's Authentic Rise | Wilmington News
Shania Twain, country music’s own icon, is buzzing about Ella Langley’s meteoric rise—calling her authenticity the secret sauce behind her massive success…
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UNCW Trio Set for Hall of Fame Induction | Wilmington News
Three UNCW legends—Brett Blizzard, Bruce Cavenaugh, and Michelle Jarman—are set to be inducted into the Greater Wilmington Sports Hall of Fame in 2027, marking…
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Culture Crash This Weekend | Wilmington News
This weekend’s cultural calendar is a wild ride—from indie rap to opera, true-story theater to stand-up comedy. Little Stranger drops a genre-bending set at…
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NC DOT Funds New Medical Transport Van | Wilmington News
North Carolina is investing nearly $400,000 to solve a major healthcare access problem: getting patients to specialists across county lines. A new partnership…
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Robert Tyler’s Drug Bust in Columbus County | Wilmington News
A North Carolina man named Robert Tyler got pulled over during a checkpoint, admitted to drinking, and was found with suspected cocaine, drug paraphernalia…
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Oil Soars as Middle East Tensions Rise | Wilmington News
Brent crude surges past $100 a barrel for the first time since May, fueled by escalating Middle East tensions and attacks on Saudi tankers — reversing a recent…
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Medal of Honor Hero Major Capers | Wilmington News
U.S. Marine Corps Major James Capers Jr., a 89-year-old hero and the first African-American commissioned officer to earn the Medal of Honor, was honored by…
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Wilmington 1985 Behind the Scenes | Wilmington News
In 1985, Wilmington buzzed with cinematic energy as crews prepared for Stephen King’s directorial debut, Maximum Overdrive, while also building a giant King…
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County vs State on Burn Ban | Wilmington News
Brunswick County’s push for a statewide burn ban hits a wall — the North Carolina Forest Service refuses, citing fuel conditions and maintaining its authority…
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FDA Weighs Peptide Approval Amid Controversy | Wilmington News
The FDA is in the midst of a high-stakes two-day meeting over whether to greenlight seven peptides—hyped as miracle wellness boosters for muscle, anti-aging…
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Minnesota Killer Pleads Guilty to Political Murders | Wilmington News
A Minnesota man is set to be sentenced for the chilling murders of a state House Speaker and her husband, after pleading guilty to six federal charges and…
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Flood Watch Alert for Wilmington Area | Wilmington News
Flood watch issued for Wilmington area as heavy rain threatens flash flooding—up to 4 inches possible, with worst of it hitting Thursday afternoon through…
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Traffic Stop Turns Into Cocaine Bust | Wilmington News
A routine traffic stop in Columbus County, North Carolina, spiraled into chaos when deputies smelled alcohol on Robert Tyler and found cocaine, drug…
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NC Allocates $22M to Study PFAS | Wilmington News
North Carolina just poured $22 million into tackling PFAS—the toxic “forever chemicals”—with a new state budget, funding UNC Chapel Hill’s Collaboratory to…
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Legacy of a War Veteran Pilot | Wilmington News
A legendary Air Force pilot and war hero, Lieutenant Colonel Allen Thompson Lamb, passed away at 94, leaving behind a legacy of courage, service, and…
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Tariffs That Hurt Americans | Wilmington News
A new Republican-backed bill, the Senator Lindsey Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026, proposes punishing Russia with a 500% tariff on U.S. trade and up to…
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Trump’s Choice: Win or Lose with Iran | Wilmington News
Iran’s ideological extremism makes it a uniquely dangerous adversary, unwilling to negotiate and driven by a religious mission that seeks to destroy the U.S…
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Voting Glitch in NJ and Nicaragua’s Election Cancellation | Wilmington News
In New Jersey, a software glitch mistakenly registered 6,600 non-citizens to vote—400 of whom actually cast ballots—sparking renewed calls from Senator Ron…
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Man Dives From Bridge to Escape Cops | Wilmington News
A Missouri man, Gavin Lundgren, pulled off an insane escape during a high-speed chase—he bailed out of his speeding car and dove headfirst off a bridge into…
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Veterans Left Behind | Wilmington News
Veterans injured in combat who’re medically retired before 20 years face a brutal choice: lose part of their earned retirement pay to get disability…
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Smuggled E. coli and a Monitor Lizard | Wilmington News
A Chinese national faces prison time for smuggling nearly 100 pounds of contraband—including raw meat, mangoes, bamboo, banana plants, and even a Bengal…
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A Tragic Incident That Shook the Community | Wilmington News
A Tragic Incident That Shook the Community | Wilmington News
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Fever Shatter Records with Caitlin Clark | Wilmington News
Indiana Fever just shattered their own records with a 123-88 demolition of the Connecticut Sun, setting a new franchise high for points in a game and scoring a…
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Rebel Wilson Wins Defamation Case | Wilmington News
Rebel Wilson wins big in court as a defamation lawsuit from Charlotte MacInnes is dismissed—Judge Raper rules Rebel’s social media posts weren’t defamatory…
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Tropical Storm Bertha Heads for Texas | Wilmington News
Tropical Storm Bertha slams into Louisiana and barrels west toward Texas, packing 45 mph winds and bringing heavy rain, possible flash flooding, and a 3-foot…
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Rain, Heat, and a Brief Break | Wilmington News
A cold front is rolling in, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms—some areas could see 2+ inches of rain, risking minor flooding. Temperatures stay in…
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Medicare’s New GLP-1 Bridge Program | Wilmington News
Medicare’s new GLP-1 Bridge Program is slashing the cost of popular weight loss drugs to as low as $50 a month for eligible members—making life-changing health…
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Ebola Outbreak Outpaces Response in Congo | Wilmington News
Ebola in Congo has surged to a terrifying milestone—over 1,000 deaths and 2,400 cases—with experts warning this outbreak could rival the 2014-2016 West Africa…
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Houthi Blockade Threatens Global Trade | Wilmington News
Houthi rebels strike two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, igniting global trade fears as U.S. strikes on Iran intensify to protect shipping lanes. With 12% of…
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Former Chief Sues Wrightsville Beach | Wilmington News
Former police chief David Squires is suing Wrightsville Beach, claiming he was fired in retaliation for refusing to bend the rules—especially around parking…
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NC Lottery Results July 22 2026 | Wilmington News
Big wins possible! Check your tickets from Wednesday’s North Carolina Lottery draws — Powerball numbers 4, 5, 22, 50, 58 with PB 1 and 3x Power Play, Pick 3…
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New Hanover County’s Top Luxury Sales | Wilmington News
New Hanover County’s real estate market is heating up—with luxury coastal homes hitting record prices. The top sale of 2026’s first half? A Wrightsville Beach…
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Solomon Towers Gets $20M Renovation Boost | Wilmington News
Solomon Towers, the historic 150-unit public housing complex overlooking the Cape Fear River, is getting a $20 million makeover after the Wilmington City…
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Local Updates: Crash, New Chief, Water Alert | Wilmington News
Beach Drive shut down after a crash near Dollar General and Ace Hardware—Calabash Fire Department on scene. Topsail Beach welcomes new interim police chief…
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Gisele Bündchen’s New Chapter of Love | Wilmington News
Gisele Bündchen turned 46 in style, celebrating with a leopard-print bikini post and heartfelt thanks to fans — while her husband Joaquim Valente and celebs…
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Safety, Justice, and Socialist Disagreement | Wilmington News
Jon Stewart challenges NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani on the growing influence of democratic socialism, questioning whether radical policies like abolishing prisons…
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Burger King Listens and Responds | Wilmington News
Burger King is rolling out two bold new moves after listening to thousands of customer messages — a revamped “Your Way Champion” manager role and the “Whopper…
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Grand Prix Chaos Leads to $3M Settlement | Wilmington News
After a chaotic Las Vegas Grand Prix that derailed Carlos Sainz’s race and left fans stranded, a class action lawsuit has landed a major win: a $3.05 million…
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NYC Mayor Demands Arrest of Netanyahu | Wilmington News
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is demanding federal arrest of Israeli PM Netanyahu if he visits Manhattan, calling him a war criminal and genocide…
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CDC’s Secret Health Shield for the World Cup | Wilmington News
The 2026 FIFA World Cup isn’t just about soccer—it’s a $30.5 billion economic boom and a massive public health operation. With 78 games across 11 U.S. cities…
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Democratic Divide Over Israel Aid | Wilmington News
Democrats are fracturing over foreign policy, especially Israel support, as progressive lawmakers clash with moderates like Josh Gottheimer. A heated exchange…
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FEMA Fraud Crackdown Targets Scammers | Wilmington News
Trump’s administration is cracking down hard on disaster fraud, recovering over a billion dollars in trade fraud alone—FEMA’s on high alert with 1,700+ cases…
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Autumn Spivey Case Still Unsolved | Wilmington News
Six months after sixteen-year-old Autumn Spivey was fatally caught in a drive-by shooting near Chadbourn, her family is offering a $5,000 reward for any tip…
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Jordan Accuses Smith of Text Message Violations | Wilmington News
Congressman Jim Jordan is accusing special counsel Jack Smith of lying to Congress, claiming Smith’s team secretly accessed text messages of 44 lawmakers and…
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Red Sox Turnaround Streak | Wilmington News
One win away from tying their own record, the Boston Red Sox are on fire—transforming from cellar-dwellers to playoff contenders in a stunning turnaround…
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Sophie Cunningham Stands Firm on Women's Sports | Wilmington News
Sophie Cunningham stands unwavering in her defense of women’s sports, insisting biological males shouldn’t compete in female leagues to preserve fairness and…