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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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Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wilmington Hospitals Race to Expand Beds | Wilmington News
North Carolina’s Wilmington is heating up with a major healthcare race as Atrium, Novant, and UNC Health unveil massive hospital expansion plans—adding…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!NC Boating Grant Opportunity | Wilmington News
North Carolina’s Boating Infrastructure Grant Program is rolling out big cash for marina upgrades—up to $300K locally or $1.5M nationally—for docks, piers…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Trump Ends Iran Deal Markets React | Wilmington News
Trump declares Iran deal over, sending stocks tumbling as oil surges 5% after U.S. strikes — reigniting inflation fears and market jitters amid AI bubble…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!CNA and LPN Career Fair at Cape Fear | Wilmington News
Cape Fear Community College is hosting a free career fair just for CNAs and LPNs—perfect if you’re a certified nursing assistant or licensed practical nurse…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Justice Dept Demands Voter Roll Compliance | Wilmington News
The Justice Department is sending urgent letters to all 50 states demanding they explain how they prevent non-citizens from voting — and threatening criminal…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Online Predator Network Exposed in Germany | Wilmington News
In Germany, investigators have exposed a chilling online network of Chinese men who used encrypted apps to target, assault, and dehumanize women—calling them…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!45Drives and Skillmaker Fuel Wilmington’s Growth | Wilmington News
Big things are brewing in Wilmington’s tech scene as 45Drives expands with its Creator Summit, bringing jobs and innovation to the area, while local startup…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Buffet Dilemma: Worth the Price? | Wilmington News
Buffet dinners might seem like a steal, but are they really worth the price? You pay premium for variety, yet often end up with lukewarm, over-handled food…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Airline Miles Are Different Now | Wilmington News
Airline miles are no longer predictable—dynamic pricing means the same flight can cost thousands more in points one day than the next. To get the best deals…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Clark’s Impact on Women’s Sports | Wilmington News
Caitlin Clark is rewriting the game for women’s sports, and Annika Sorenstam is here to say it loud: Clark isn’t just a basketball phenom—she’s a force that’s…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Hemp Crisis Threatens National Security | Wilmington News
Former Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf is sounding the alarm over a dangerous new front in the drug crisis: foreign criminal syndicates, especially those…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jackson Clears Legal Charges, NFL Probe Looms | Wilmington News
Rams lineman Alaric Jackson avoided jail but his NFL future hangs in the balance after a domestic violence arrest that ended without criminal charges — thanks…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Links Legends Battle at Scottish Open | Wilmington News
The Genesis Scottish Open is heating up at the Renaissance Club with a stacked field of golf legends and rising stars, including Scottie Scheffler, Rory…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Paralympic Senator's Absences Under Scrutiny | Wilmington News
Paralympic gold medalist and Iowa state legislator Josh Turek, running for U.S. Senate, is facing scrutiny after missing nearly 60% of his votes this year—261…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!U.S. Men's Team World Cup Fallout | Wilmington News
The U.S. Men’s National Team’s humbling 4-1 World Cup exit to Belgium exposed deeper flaws in American soccer development—basic errors, lack of fundamentals…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Stephen A Smith's NBA Claim Under Fire | Wilmington News
Stephen A. Smith sparked controversy on The Will Cain Show by claiming no NBA championship team has ever been built around three White players — a bold…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Trump Targets Spain Over NATO Spending | Wilmington News
Trump’s fiery NATO rant targets Spain, calling it a “wasted cause” and threatening to cut all trade — fueled by Spain’s refusal to lock in the alliance’s 5%…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Brunswick County Water Rules Update | Wilmington News
Brunswick County’s water crisis just got a smarter, more flexible response: commissioners rolled out a revised Water Shortage Plan to cut usage 10% under…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Heat Waves Are Crushing the Economy | Wilmington News
Extreme heat isn’t just uncomfortable—it’s costing us money and slowing down the economy. With heat waves doubling in frequency since the 80s, outdoor work…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!ABC Defends View as News Against FCC | Wilmington News
ABC is fighting back against the FCC’s attempt to reclassify “The View” as non-news, arguing the issue was settled two decades ago and that the Trump…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Extreme Heat Warning Today | Wilmington News
Heat alert: Dangerous temps are here — heat index could hit 113°F, with stifling humidity and high pressure making it feel like a furnace. Stay safe as this…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Half Our Trash Could Be Recycled | Wilmington News
Over half of what we toss in landfills could be recycled—new report says so. With Plastic-Free July in full swing, local officials are pushing for smarter…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dr. John Rack: Music Educator and Global Percussionist | Wilmington News
Dr. John Rack, beloved educator and percussionist, has passed away — leaving behind a legacy of music, mentorship, and global cultural exploration. A pillar of…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wilmington’s Rapid Growth Unveiled | Wilmington News
Wilmington is transforming fast—new parks, a revamped airport, and a booming housing market are all part of a massive growth push. The Cape Fear Museum of…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Net Par Golf Expands in Shallotte | Wilmington News
Net Par Golf is set to revolutionize indoor golf in Shallotte, NC, with a massive expansion fueled by community hype—doubling its size to include more bays, a…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Skydiver’s Miraculous Survival After Devastating Fall | Wilmington News
A skydiving legend with nearly 800 jumps under his belt suffered a catastrophic fall during a daring maneuver, plummeting 40 to 100 feet at 70 mph and breaking…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!New Hanover County’s Big Build | Wilmington News
New Hanover County is booming with progress—from luxury housing and vibrant retail at Sterling at Center Point to major park expansions and new community…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Carolina Beach Tops NC Retirement List | Wilmington News
Carolina Beach just snagged top honors on WorldAtlas’ list of best retirement spots in North Carolina—making it the only coastal town on the list. With…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!LeBron’s Return Feasible with Mitchell Deal | Wilmington News
Donovan Mitchell just signed a jaw-dropping four-year, $273 million extension with the Cavaliers, locking him in through 2031 and cementing his status as…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Platner Faces Sexual Assault Allegations | Wilmington News
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner is under fire after multiple women came forward with serious allegations of sexual assault and misconduct. Lyndsey…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Homeschooled Kids and Sports Eligibility | Wilmington News
A North Carolina dad is fighting to let homeschooled and private school kids join public school sports teams, sparking a heated debate over fairness and…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!NC Budget Balances Cuts, Raises, and Recovery | Wilmington News
North Carolina’s governor just greenlit a $34.4 billion budget packed with tax cuts, teacher and worker pay raises, hurricane recovery funds, and PFAS cleanup…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Platner Under Fire as Endorsements Fall | Wilmington News
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner is under fire after sexual assault allegations from a former partner sparked a political firestorm, prompting Democratic…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!NC Lottery Results July 7 2026 | Wilmington News
Win big or walk away—North Carolina’s July 7 lottery results are here! Mega Millions rolled out 2, 31, 35, 36, 63 with Mega Ball 12. Pick 3 Day: 1-2-3…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Platner Scandal Rocks Maine Senate Race | Wilmington News
Senator Ruben Gallego rescinded his support for Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner after a new sexual assault allegation surfaced — Platner denies all claims…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jana Kramer’s Fourth of July Lake Celebration | Wilmington News
Jana Kramer and her husband Allan Russell celebrated their first Fourth of July together with Allan’s family, turning a bittersweet start into a dazzling…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Data vs Drama in Sports | Wilmington News
The Boston Celtics may be quietly eyeing a trade for Jaylen Brown, not because he’s a bad player, but because the analytics don’t love him—his career…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!San Jose State Volleyball Coach Under Fire | Wilmington News
A former San Jose State women’s volleyball player has reignited a scandal involving coach Todd Kress, alleging he smeared caramel on her face, threw her on a…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Newsom Welcomes Socialist Candidates | Wilmington News
Governor Gavin Newsom says socialist candidates aren’t a threat — they’re part of the Democratic “big tent” and should be welcomed to help rebuild the party’s…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!USMNT’s Crushing Loss to Belgium | Wilmington News
The US Men’s National Team crumbled under pressure in a shocking 4-1 loss to Belgium, exposing glaring defensive lapses and a lack of urgency that left fans…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Feds Take Over Two Major Detention Centers | Wilmington News
The Department of Homeland Security just poured $1.5 billion into two massive California migrant detention centers—California City and Otay Mesa—to beef up…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!AI Cooks Better Burgers Than Big Mac | Wilmington News
Stanford scientists unleashed BurgerAI, an AI trained on 2,000 recipes, that didn’t just replicate—but outperformed—a Big Mac in blind taste tests, all without…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Payton's Belichick Plan Falls Apart | Wilmington News
Sean Payton allegedly hatched a wild plan to bring Bill Belichick back to the NFL—where Belichick would coach to break Don Shula’s wins record, then step aside…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Mary Blanton Accused in Child Abuse Case | Wilmington News
A shocking case in South Carolina unfolds as Mary Blanton, 52, faces arrest for allegedly allowing her partner Jeromy Blanton, 44, to sexually abuse three…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Woman Arrested for Allowing Child Abuse | Wilmington News
A shocking arrest in Columbus County, North Carolina, has sent ripples through the community: 52-year-old Mary Blanton has been charged with three felonies for…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Meet Soccer Legend Anson Dorrance | Wilmington News
Legendary soccer coach Anson Dorrance, who led UNC to 21 national championships and coached the first U.S. Women’s National Team to a World Cup win, is…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Hochul vs Stefanik vs Blakeman | Wilmington News
Governor Kathy Hochul brushed off a potential tough race against Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, praising Stefanik’s national profile and fundraising power while…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Platner Under Fire Over Rape Allegations | Wilmington News
Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner is under fire after a former girlfriend accused him of rape in 2021, claiming he forced himself on her while drunk and…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!YMCA 5K 10K Race Traffic Alert | Wilmington News
Don’t miss the YMCA Tri-Span 5K & 10K in Downtown Wilmington this Saturday, July 11 — it’s their 44th year and packed with nearly 1,000 runners! The race runs…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Space Vessels Wash Up on Aussie Beach | Wilmington News
Alien tech or space junk? A beach in Queensland got a cosmic surprise—metallic spheres that turned out to be rocket debris from a foreign spacecraft…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Trump Admin’s New Migrant Staging Hub | Wilmington News
ICE is building a new migrant staging facility in Alexandria, Louisiana, right next to the nation’s busiest deportation hub, designed to hold families and…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Stephen A Smith's Racial Championship Claim | Wilmington News
Stephen A. Smith’s bold claim that NBA championship teams must feature multiple Black players—and his skepticism about white-led squads winning—has sparked…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bo Derek On Leaving Hollywood For Peace | Wilmington News
Bo Derek candidly reveals why she walked away from Hollywood at the peak of her fame, embracing a quiet life north of Santa Barbara since 1981—no regrets, no…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ryan Seacrest Misses Taylor Swift Wedding | Wilmington News
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce secretly tied the knot at Madison Square Garden with a low-key, intimate ceremony attended by about a thousand guests — including…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Platner Under Fire Over Rape Allegations | Wilmington News
Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner is under fire after a former girlfriend accused him of rape in 2021 — a claim he denies. The fallout has been explosive…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Lincoln Pool Vandalism and Security Response | Wilmington News
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is under siege—vandalism’s surged since Trump ordered its repaint for the 250th anniversary, with razor-blade cuts and…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Argentina’s Wild Comeback Stuns | Wilmington News
Argentina pulled off a jaw-dropping comeback in Atlanta, rallying from two goals down against Egypt to win 3-2 thanks to Lionel Messi’s heroics and Enzo…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Truck Driver Crash Claims Soccer Star | Wilmington News
A tragic crash on I-71 in Ohio claimed the life of 21-year-old college soccer goalie Tobias Forsythe, while driver Bekhzod Asrarov, a 42-year-old foreign…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Hochul vs Stefanik vs Blakeman | Wilmington News
Governor Kathy Hochul dropped a bombshell this week, suggesting GOP Congresswoman Elise Stefanik — not current nominee Bruce Blakeman — would’ve been a tougher…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Marty Stuart Brings Cosmic Cowboy Sound to Cape Fear | Wilmington News
Country music icon Marty Stuart, five-time Grammy winner and Hall of Famer, is bringing his band The Fabulous Superlatives to the Wilson Center this…