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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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Lawmakers Demand WNBA Protect Caitlin Clark | Wilmington News
Lawmakers, led by Rep. Marlin Stutzman, demand the WNBA take stronger action to protect star player Caitlin Clark from escalating on-court aggression and trash…
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Teacher-Approved School Supplies | Wilmington News
Teachers reveal the school supplies that actually get used — ditch the flashy, go for the durable. Backpacks like JanSport, color-coded Mead notebooks, sturdy…
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Costco Bagels and Budgeting Wisdom | Wilmington News
Costco’s bagel shift sparks debate—some cheer the waste-cutting move, others worry it’s costing them value. Meanwhile, a new survey reveals higher-income…
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Mexico Vows Legal Action After U.S. Shooting | Wilmington News
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum is escalating diplomatic and legal pressure on the U.S. after a Mexican citizen, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, was fatally shot…
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Iran Targets Trump Amid Rising Tensions | Wilmington News
Iran’s alleged plot to assassinate President Trump is heating up, with reports of death banners at recent funerals and the White House still negotiating…
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Mamdani Closes Chapter on Platner | Wilmington News
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is urging a clean break from the Maine Senate race controversy, calling for voters to decide the future without revisiting…
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Yale Student Arrested on NYC Subway | Wilmington News
A Yale student faces serious charges after an alleged subway assault in Manhattan, sparking renewed debate over NYC transit safety as the city grapples with…
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Brush Fires Active in Shallotte and Bladen County | Wilmington News
Brush fires are blazing in Shallotte near Shallotte Point and Green Swamp Road, with Civietown Fire and Rescue on the scene—smoke’s normal, but stay alert…
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From 5 Failures to Miss USA | Wilmington News
Twenty-seven-year-old entrepreneur Brittany Boltinhouse, crowned Miss North Carolina USA 2026, turned five business failures into fuel for success—running two…
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Coach Saved by Beach Heroes | Wilmington News
A UNC Wilmington basketball coach narrowly escaped death after being pulled from a rip current while trying to save her nephew—thanks to the heroic…
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New Hanover County Tax Tips 2026 | Wilmington News
New Hanover County’s 2026 property tax bills are rolling out this summer—due Sept 1 but with a grace period until Jan 5, 2027, to avoid penalties. If you’re in…
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Wilmington Firefighters Battle Extreme Heat | Wilmington News
Wilmington’s firefighters are braving record-breaking heat this summer, adapting their routines to stay safe and effective—working early mornings, pausing…
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Southport's Strict Data Center Rules | Wilmington News
Southport is poised to become the first city in the region to allow data centers — but with ironclad rules. The Planning Board is set to vote on strict…
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Brunswick County Hits Stage Three Drought | Wilmington News
Brunswick County’s hit Stage Three water restrictions—no sprinklers, pools, car washes, or power washing—because 30% of the area is in exceptional drought…
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Josie’s Light: Hope from Loss | Wilmington News
A tiny miracle named Josie, born with a heart defect and Down syndrome, defied doctors’ odds and touched countless lives before her passing at six months. Her…
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Security Guard Injured at Landfall Fireworks | Wilmington News
A security guard was seriously injured during a chaotic fight at the Country Club of Landfall’s Fourth of July fireworks show—likely involving drunk guests at…
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Brunswick County Water Restrictions Now Active | Wilmington News
Brunswick County’s in a full-blown water emergency—Stage Three restrictions are now mandatory for everyone. With one-third of the county in exceptional…
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Manatees on the Carolina Coast | Wilmington News
Manatees are making their seasonal migration up the Carolina coast, and researchers are watching closely as these gentle giants seek warmer waters for feeding…
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Vandalism Before Parade Disrupts Southport | Wilmington News
Two suspects are still on the loose after a brazen act of vandalism just before the Fourth of July parade—surveillance footage shows them slashing chairs…
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Wildfire Near White Hall Plantation | Wilmington News
Wildfire Near White Hall Plantation | Wilmington News
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North Carolina’s Financial Literacy Wake-Up Call | Wilmington News
North Carolina just released its first financial literacy scorecard—and it’s a wake-up call: residents, especially women, are falling short in understanding…
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The Lawn as Art and Status | Wilmington News
White-collar dads are turning their lawns into personal masterpieces — a modern status symbol as potent as a luxury car. It’s not just about aesthetics; it’s a…
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Traffic Stop Turns Into Major Bust | Wilmington News
A traffic stop in Columbus County turned into a major bust when deputies found a firearm and suspected drugs in a car driven by Chad Dwight Beasley — who later…
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School Bus Flip Leaves 33 Injured | Wilmington News
A school bus carrying the Douglas Byrd High football team flipped over on a curve after speeding through wet conditions, sending 33 people—including 26…
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School Bus Flip in Leland | Wilmington News
A school bus carrying the Douglas Byrd High School football team flipped on an exit ramp in Leland, North Carolina, after the driver, 57-year-old Annette…
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School Bus Flip on Exit Ramp | Wilmington News
A school bus carrying the Douglas Byrd High football team flipped on a Leland exit ramp after the driver went too fast for the curve — 33 people on board, 4…
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NC Water Funding Training This Fall | Wilmington News
North Carolina’s got big water infrastructure cash headed your way—fall 2026 funding for drinking water and wastewater projects, including PFAS cleanup and…
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Carolina Beach Weighs Commercial Transition Zone | Wilmington News
Carolina Beach is pausing on a bold new zoning plan designed to balance growth and neighborhood character, sparking debate over speed, public input, and…
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Caitlin Clark Needs Objective Analysis | Wilmington News
ESPN’s Caitlin Clark coverage sparked fresh debate this week after a “First Take” fill-in host questioned her elite status in the WNBA — but Stacey Dales, a…
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New UAP Files Reveal Military Sightings | Wilmington News
The government just released new UAP files, including wild infrared footage from 2025 and a 2015 report near a nuclear weapons facility — sparking fresh…
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Starmer Steps Down as Widdecombe Dies | Wilmington News
In a seismic political shift, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has resigned under mounting pressure from economic turmoil, immigration crises, and internal Labour…
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NYC’s Immigrant Map Sparks Debate | Wilmington News
A new NYC immigrant enclave map sparked outrage after omitting iconic neighborhoods like Little Italy, prompting accusations of erasure from Italian American…
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Judge’s Escape Attempt Ends in Guilt | Wilmington News
A former Milwaukee judge, Hannah Dugan, was convicted for helping an undocumented immigrant evade arrest—using her courtroom authority to distract ICE agents…
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Stay Dry and Explore Anyway | Wilmington News
Rain or shine, stay dry and keep exploring with gear that’s built for wet weather. From breathable jackets and waterproof boots to quick-drying shorts and…
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Little House Reboot Sparks Woke Debate | Wilmington News
Netflix’s new “Little House on the Prairie” reboot’s sparking debate — critics love it, fans are divided, and creator Rebecca Sonnenshine insists there’s…
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Vegas Without Gambling | Wilmington News
Vegas isn’t just about gambling anymore—locals and visitors alike are ditching the casino floor for shows, food, outdoor adventures, and conventions, proving…
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Brunswick County Water Restrictions Now Active | Wilmington News
Brunswick County’s in crisis mode as it hits Stage Three water shortage — mandatory restrictions now in place due to severe drought. Nearly a third of the…
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Passenger Partially Sucked Out of Plane | Wilmington News
A Ryanair flight from Thessaloniki suffered a terrifying mid-air emergency when a passenger window blew out, partially sucking a man out of his seat—his wife…
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Two Habitat Chapters Weigh Merge | Wilmington News
Two Habitat for Humanity chapters in southeastern North Carolina are eyeing a merger to boost their affordable housing impact—Cape Fear and Brunswick County…
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City Hall Shake-Up Sparks Fear and Fallout | Wilmington News
City hall’s turbulent overhaul is sparking fear and lawsuits as City Manager Becky Hawke pushes sweeping reorganization—firing over a dozen staff, including…
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Brunswick County Hits Water Emergency | Wilmington News
Brunswick County’s hit Stage Three water restrictions—no sprinklers, no pool filling, no car washing—because nearly a third of the area is in exceptional…
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Nolan Wells: Family Demands Answers | Wilmington News
The parents of missing teen Nolan Wells, found dead on Horn Island after his friends left by boat, are demanding answers — insisting he wouldn’t have stayed…
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NYC’s Immigrant Map Sparks Outcry | Wilmington News
New York City’s controversial “Immigrant Enclaves” map, tied to the 2026 World Cup, sparked outrage after omitting iconic neighborhoods like Little Italy…
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Stacey Dales Defends Caitlin Clark | Wilmington News
ESPN’s Caitlin Clark coverage sparked debate this week, as a “First Take” fill-in host downplayed her WNBA impact — calling her not even a top guard and…
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Vegas Without Gambling | Wilmington News
Forget gambling—Vegas is way more than just the slots and tables. A viral Reddit thread sparked a lively debate about whether it’s weird to spend thousands…
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Judge Walks Free After Obstruction Verdict | Wilmington News
A former Milwaukee judge, Hannah Dugan, was convicted for helping a man evade ICE arrest by staging a distraction and guiding him through a back exit — a…
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Is Little House on the Prairie Woke? | Wilmington News
Netflix’s new “Little House on the Prairie” series is sparking controversy, with critics and fans debating whether it’s “woke” or just a bold modern retelling…
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New UAP Files Reveal Strange Shapes | Wilmington News
The government just dropped a major batch of UAP files, including infrared footage of a six-pointed star object from 2025 and new details on a 2015 sighting…
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Stay Dry This Summer | Wilmington News
Rainy summer days don’t mean canceled plans—stay dry and ready to adventure with gear that works. From lightweight, breathable jackets like Columbia’s (now 30%…
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Starmer Steps Down as Widdecombe Dies | Wilmington News
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has resigned amid mounting pressure from economic struggles and immigration crises, leaving Labour in turmoil and sparking…
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Trump Blocks Housing Bill Over Voting Reform | Wilmington News
Trump halts a major housing bill he deems insufficient, demanding the Senate pass his voter ID-focused SAVE America Act before signing — a move critics say…
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The Lawn as Modern Status Symbol | Wilmington News
Forget curb appeal—your lawn might be your modern status symbol. For many middle-aged white-collar guys, a perfectly manicured yard rivals a luxury car in…
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Wilmington Firefighters Battle Summer Heat | Wilmington News
Wilmington’s firefighters are battling record-breaking heat this summer, adapting daily operations to stay safe—cutting non-essential training, shifting work…
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Spotting Spotted Lanternflies in NC | Wilmington News
Spotted lanternflies are invading North Carolina — a destructive invasive species that targets over 100 plant types. First spotted in the U.S. in 2014, they’ve…
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Main Library Closures This July | Wilmington News
Main Library’s second floor is closed July 13–20 for renovations—kids’ area reopens July 14—but staff are still there to help, and other branches are open for…
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New Hanover County Property Tax Guide | Wilmington News
Property tax bills are rolling out in New Hanover County—due Sept 1 but with a lenient deadline of Jan 5, 2027, to avoid penalties. If you live in Wilmington…
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Wilmington Hosts Free World Cup Watch Party | Wilmington News
Wilmington Hosts Free World Cup Watch Party | Wilmington News
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White Lake Arrest in Child Abuse Case | Wilmington News
White Lake Arrest in Child Abuse Case | Wilmington News
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Southport Weighs Data Center Rules | Wilmington News
Southport is poised to become the first city in the region to host data centers — but with strict rules. The Planning Board is voting on a groundbreaking…
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Stanley Cup Names Reveal More Than Just Winners | Wilmington News
This year’s Stanley Cup is sparking debate as Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon’s wife and five kids claim the top two lines—before any players or coaches…