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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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Caitlin Clark’s Player Vote Shock | Wilmington News
Caitlin Clark’s surprise 11th-place finish among WNBA guards in a player vote has ignited debate, exposing tensions between perception and performance. While…
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Accusations Force Candidate Out | Wilmington News
A political candidate’s campaign imploded after two women came forward with explosive allegations of sexual assault and non-consensual acts, including…
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Cuellar Family Scandal Amid Pardon | Wilmington News
After a presidential pardon that cleared his name and erased past charges, Congressman Henry Cuellar wasted no time announcing his re-election bid—declaring…
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NC Lottery Results July 8 2026 | Wilmington News
Win big with the July 8, 2026 North Carolina Lottery draws! Powerball winners hit the jackpot with numbers 12, 29, 37, 43, 55 and Powerball 18—multiplied by 4…
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Platner Drops Campaign Amid Rape Allegations | Wilmington News
Graham Platner, Democratic Senate nominee in Maine, has suspended his campaign amid explosive rape allegations from an ex-girlfriend — claims he denies as…
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Justin Verlander Calls It Quits | Wilmington News
Justin Verlander, three-time Cy Young Award winner and MVP, is retiring after 22 seasons — a Hall of Fame career defined by 2 World Series titles, 3…
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El-Sayed's Title Trouble | Wilmington News
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is under fire for calling himself a “physician” despite lacking a valid medical license in either Michigan or New…
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Maine Senate Race Shake-Up | Wilmington News
Maine’s political scene is heating up as Senate candidate Graham Platner suspends his campaign, sparking a scramble for a replacement — with state Rep. Valli…
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Bedard Out Four Months for Blackhawks | Wilmington News
Connor Bedard’s season is on hold after surgery on his left shoulder, sidelining him for four months—meaning he’ll miss the start of the season and return…
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Cam Jordan's Final Run for Super Bowl Glory | Wilmington News
Cam Jordan, veteran Saints defensive end, is poised for his likely final NFL season — and he’s going in with fire. After skipping voluntary workouts and…
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Colbert’s Show Nominated as It Ends | Wilmington News
Stephen Colbert’s “Late Show” just earned nine Emmy nominations — a record for the show — even as CBS cancels it, sparking wild debate over corporate motives…
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Maine Senate Race in Flux | Wilmington News
Graham Platner’s U.S. Senate bid in Maine is over after a former girlfriend accused him of sexual assault — and pressure from his own party forced him to step…
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Skydiver’s Near-Fatal Fall and Recovery | Wilmington News
A 36-year-old skydiving veteran with nearly 1,000 jumps under his belt suffered a harrowing solo accident mid-air, plummeting from 40 to 100 feet during a…
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U.S. Strikes Iran as Ceasefire Falters | Wilmington News
U.S. launches fresh airstrikes on Iran, sparking retaliatory strikes across Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar as tensions spiral amid broken ceasefire talks…
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240 Chairs Destroyed Before July 4 Parade | Wilmington News
Before the Fourth of July parade, vandals destroyed over 240 chairs, tents, and personal items along North Howe Street — a full-scale sabotage across the…
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Reel Cafe and Distillery Stay Local | Wilmington News
Reel Cafe just locked in its future by buying the building it’s called home since 1998 — and the one next door, home to Wilmington Distillery. No changes for…
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Panthers Fan Fest: Fireworks & Autographs | Wilmington News
Get ready for an electrifying night at Panthers Fan Fest on July 31st at Bank of America Stadium — where you’ll witness the team’s pre-season drills, enjoy…
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Wilmington Businesses Battle Homeless Encampments | Wilmington News
Wilmington business owners along Market Street are grappling with the rising tide of homeless encampments, facing daily disruptions, cleanup costs, and safety…
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Socialism Debate Ignites on The View | Wilmington News
The debate over socialism explodes on “The View” as Joy Behar champions government support for affordability amid Gen Z’s struggles, while Sara Haines fiercely…
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Chili's vs Fast Food Pricing | Wilmington News
When a $18 Burger King meal sparked outrage online, Chili’s swooped in with a cheeky counter-offer: their $10.99 “3 for Me” deal, complete with chicken…
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Bunnie Xo Sparks Romance After Jelly Roll Split | Wilmington News
Bunnie Xo, Jelly Roll’s ex, is sparking romance rumors after being spotted cozying up to reality star Dylan Wolf—right at Jelly Roll’s own Nashville bar, no…
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Clark Rests, Boston Plays in Fever Rotation | Wilmington News
Caitlin Clark is back in action for the Indiana Fever, but Coach Stephanie White’s strategic rotation has fans buzzing—Clark plays Wednesday against the…
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Rahm Emanuel Calls for Policy Shift on Israel | Wilmington News
Rahm Emanuel, once a staunch Israel ally, is now demanding a radical overhaul of U.S. policy toward Israel, arguing that unconditional support has backfired…
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Socialism Debate Heats Up on The View | Wilmington News
Sara Haines clashed with Joy Behar over socialism on “The View,” rejecting the idea that it’s just a rebranded version of democracy, citing extreme Democratic…
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Yormark's Outburst Sparks Outrage | Wilmington News
Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark sparked outrage after telling a reporter to “stand up” and rephrase his question during media day, sparking a fiery backlash…
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Coast Guard Seizes Dinghy in Lynette Hooker Case | Wilmington News
The Coast Guard has seized the dinghy linked to Lynette Hooker’s mysterious disappearance in the Bahamas, as her mother now publicly challenges her husband’s…
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Dana White Eyes 2028 Run with Rubio | Wilmington News
Dana White, UFC president and Trump ally, is flirting with a 2028 presidential run—hinting he’s close enough to Marco Rubio to consider him a serious…
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Justin Verlander Calls It Quits | Wilmington News
Justin Verlander, three-time Cy Young winner and MVP, is retiring after 22 seasons — the game itself told him it was time. Returning to the Detroit Tigers…
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Florida Fisherman Fights Back From Alligator | Wilmington News
Florida’s drought is sending alligators scrambling into neighborhoods—and one 71-year-old fisherman turned backyard showdown into a survival story. While…
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Skydiver’s Near-Fatal Fall and Recovery | Wilmington News
A seasoned skydiver with nearly 1,000 jumps under his belt suffered a harrowing solo accident when his parachute failed mid-air, sending him plummeting 40 to…
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Cash App Fraud Victims Win Big | Wilmington News
Cash App users hit by fraud rejoice: North Carolina’s Attorney General has secured a nationwide settlement with Block, the app’s maker, demanding $75M–$120M to…
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Free Mini Aquarium in Wilmington | Wilmington News
Dive into the ocean without leaving the mall—North Carolina’s Fort Fisher Aquarium has launched free, hands-on Discovery Bay at Wilmington’s Independence Mall…
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Towns Clash Over Annexation Laws | Wilmington News
Towns clash in a high-stakes legal battle over three commercial properties on Chappell Loop Road, with Leland suing Belville for annexing land closer to…
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Upperman Scholarship Ends at UNCW | Wilmington News
After nearly 30 years of supporting African American students at UNCW, a family is ending new scholarship funding due to UNC System policy changes on diversity…
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Southport Parade Vandalism Investigation | Wilmington News
Southport’s Fourth of July parade is in chaos after vandals destroyed 240 chairs, tents, and personal belongings set up by parade-goers—police are hunting two…
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Aquarium on the Move | Wilmington News
North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher is closed for a major upgrade—but don’t worry, they’ve launched a free pop-up called Discovery Bay at Independence Mall…
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Lorenzo Salgado Araujo: A Life Cut Short | Wilmington News
A Houston man with 35 years of legal work in the U.S., no criminal record, and three American-born sons — all now in college — was fatally shot by an ICE…
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School District Faces $2M Pay Gap | Wilmington News
New Hanover County Schools braces for a $2 million pay gap as state funding covers only state-funded staff, forcing the district to foot the rest — including…
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Cash App Fraud Victims Get Paid | Wilmington News
Cash App users who fell victim to fraud are in luck: North Carolina’s Attorney General has announced a major settlement with Block, the company behind Cash…
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County Votes on Housing and Business Park | Wilmington News
New Hanover County’s big July 13 meeting packs major decisions: $4 million for workforce housing—$2 million for new townhomes on Blue Clay Road targeting…
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Pender County Serves 100K+ Summer Meals | Wilmington News
Pender County Schools just smashed a major milestone, serving over 107,000 summer meals to kids and families — proving how vital this program is when school’s…
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Cape Fear Drought Water Rules | Wilmington News
Cape Fear’s water supply is under serious strain due to a severe drought, prompting a community-wide call to action: cut back on outdoor water use starting…
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Henderson’s World Cup Ends in Surgery | Wilmington News
Jordan Henderson’s World Cup dream took a brutal turn when a celebratory hop over advertising boards ended in a broken wrist, forcing emergency surgery in…
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Voluntary Water Cuts Amid Drought | Wilmington News
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority is urging residents to voluntarily cut back on water use starting July 9th due to a severe, long-term drought affecting much…
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Swift and Kelce Wedding Sparks Criticism | Wilmington News
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s blockbuster wedding at Madison Square Garden has ignited fierce backlash from socialist commentators, who decry it as a glaring…
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Iran’s Power Vacuum and Nuclear Talks | Wilmington News
Trump’s skepticism over Iran talks boils down to one big problem: no one in Tehran seems to be in charge. With Ayatollah Khamenei gone, power’s fragmented…
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Democrats Failed to Vet Maine Candidate | Wilmington News
Alyssa Farah Griffin blasts the Democratic Party for a disastrous vetting process that allowed Graham Platner—a Maine Senate candidate facing serious sexual…
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Time Capsule for 250 Years from Now | Wilmington News
Two hundred fifty years after the Declaration of Independence, Congress buried a time capsule near Independence Hall, set to open in 2276 to mark the nation’s…
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Trump Showcases New Air Force One for Troops | Wilmington News
Trump’s new Air Force One isn’t headed to the White House just yet—instead, it’s on a patriotic tour to military bases in Europe, including Mildenhall in the…
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Henderson’s World Cup Dreams Crushed | Wilmington News
Jordan Henderson’s World Cup dreams just shattered — literally. After celebrating England’s thrilling win over Mexico with a risky hop over advertising boards…
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Mike Rowe on National Pride and Work | Wilmington News
Mike Rowe’s latest podcast episode dives into national pride, history, and the future of work—perfect timing as America celebrates its 250th anniversary. He…
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Egypt's World Cup Exit and Flag Controversy | Wilmington News
Egypt’s World Cup dreams ended in heartbreak after a stunning 3-2 comeback by Argentina, but the drama didn’t stop there. Head coach Hossam Hassan erupted in…
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Bobby Pulido Under Fire Over Past Posts | Wilmington News
Bobby Pulido, a Democratic congressional candidate in South Texas, is under fire for past social media rants slamming police, calling half officers “abusive…
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Ohio Senators Demand Tariff Repayment | Wilmington News
Ohio’s Republican senators are demanding Homeland Security collect $67 billion in unpaid tariffs from Chinese solar panel makers, arguing a Biden-era pause on…
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Aquarium in the Mall | Wilmington News
Dive into the unexpected: a full-scale aquarium now thrives inside a mall in Wilmington, NC, keeping marine magic alive while the Fort Fisher location gets a…
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Discovery Bay Opens in Wilmington | Wilmington News
Dive into wonder right in the heart of Wilmington—Discovery Bay, the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher’s new mini-aquarium, just opened at Independence…
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Family Fun Night at Airlie Gardens | Wilmington News
Airlie Gardens is throwing a family-friendly after-hours bash on July 18th, featuring live music by Mr. Scooter, fun activities, and a chance to meet Reilly…
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Pender County Gets $620K Boost | Wilmington News
Pender County’s getting a major boost with $620,000 from the new state budget—$350K for park upgrades including new playgrounds in Maple Hill and Long Creek…
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NC Man Arrested in 26-Timber-Theft Charges | Wilmington News
Fifty-five-year-old Joel Blake Lee is facing 26 charges—including timber theft, conspiracy, and exploiting vulnerable adults—across five North Carolina…
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School Bus Crash in Leland | Wilmington News
A school bus carrying 33 people—including 26 students and 7 adults—crashed near Leland after leaving a football game, sending four to the hospital with…