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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!Pastor Jin Released After Diplomatic Intervention | Wilmington News
Pastor Ezra Jin, a Chinese underground church leader detained last fall, has been released and reunited with his family in the U.S. — a breakthrough reportedly…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Teen Charged with Attempted Murder | Wilmington News
Teen Charged with Attempted Murder | Wilmington News
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bryan Johnson Battles Autoimmune Gastritis | Wilmington News
Bryan Johnson, the tech billionaire obsessed with living to 2140, just got a shocking diagnosis: his immune system is attacking his stomach lining—literally…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Kessler Engaged to Miss America 2025 | Wilmington News
Walker Kessler just popped the question to Miss America 2025 Abbie Stockard over the Fourth of July—timing it perfectly to make their anniversary…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Key Lime Pie Champion Finally Wins | Wilmington News
Sixty-two-year-old Kevin Renly finally claims the World Famous Key Lime Pie Eating Championship after two heartbreaking runner-up finishes, devouring a…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Comer Accuses Dems of Politicizing America 250 | Wilmington News
Chairman James Comer blasts Democrats for what he calls an “anti-American” reaction to Trump’s role in the America 250 celebration, accusing them of…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Crockett Calls Out Democratic Priorities | Wilmington News
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett warns the Democratic Party risks alienating Black voters by ignoring their urgent needs—like maternal mortality and job…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Trump Interferes in FIFA Red Card Decision | Wilmington News
When US soccer star Folarin Balogun got a red card, FIFA suspended him for the next match — until President Trump personally called FIFA president Gianni…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!NC Correctional Officer Hiring Event | Wilmington News
North Carolina’s Department of Adult Correction is hiring correctional officers this Wednesday at New Hanover Correctional Institution — with full-time and…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Stay Active in Heat with Smart Gear | Wilmington News
Beat the heat and stay active with smart gear picks: UPF 50+ shirts for under $10, breathable sneakers from New Balance and Skechers for $50–70, insulated…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Holiday Sweep Targets Criminals | Wilmington News
Federal immigration agents wrapped up a major holiday sweep, arresting dozens of undocumented immigrants — including those with violent criminal records like…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Pender County’s New Fire Chief Takes Charge | Wilmington News
Pender County’s new Division Chief of Fire, Bruce M. Tucker, brings decades of elite fire and EMS experience from Prince William County to lead the county’s…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Calabash Seeks New Town Hall Funding | Wilmington News
Calabash is racing to win approval for a $2 million state loan to build a brand-new Town Hall, urgently needed to replace a crumbling, undersized facility that…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Lung Cancer Awareness Night in Wilmington | Wilmington News
Join the Lung Cancer Initiative for a powerful evening in Wilmington on August 6th, from 5:30 to 9 PM at Azalea Station, as part of their White Ribbon Series…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Teen Accused in NC Triple Homicide | Wilmington News
An 18-year-old, Eric Lamont Martin Junior, is facing triple murder charges in North Carolina after three killings across Halifax and Columbus counties—spanning…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!New Northchase Library Opens Thursday | Wilmington News
New Hanover County’s newest library, the 20,000-square-foot Northchase Library, opens Thursday—designed to serve the rapidly growing northern region with…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Momma Christy: Love That Left a Mark | Wilmington News
Momma Christy, beloved mom, wife, and community pillar, passed at 54 after a life lived with fierce love and boundless warmth. A marine biology grad from Cape…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Candace Jean Swart Houck Remembered | Wilmington News
Candy, a beloved Wilmington nurse and choir member, passed at 68 after a life devoted to caregiving, faith, and family—especially her grandson Alex, whom she…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Fireworks Left Behind Sparked Nighttime Blaze | Wilmington News
A house fire in Leland, North Carolina, erupted late Saturday night after leftover Fourth of July fireworks were tossed into a trash can—igniting a blaze that…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jim Moore A Life of Service and Love | Wilmington News
A Marine Corps legend, Jim Moore, passed away at 78, leaving behind a legacy of courage, compassion, and unwavering service. A Vietnam veteran with three…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!91-Year-Old Fisheries Scientist Joe Pat Clem Passes | Wilmington News
A lifelong champion of marine conservation, 91-year-old fisheries scientist Joe Pat Clem passed away on June 27, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of global impact…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!South Shore Drive Reopens After Fire | Wilmington News
Surf City’s South Shore Drive is back open after a weekend fire left a building in the 2300 block dangerously unstable—firefighters and special contractors…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tragic Fire Claims 85-Year-Old in Wilmington | Wilmington News
A heartbreaking fire in Wilmington claimed the life of an 85-year-old man Sunday afternoon, as flames erupted from a townhome on South Front Street…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Meet Sophie Behind Wicked Bull | Wilmington News
Meet Sophie, the kind-hearted Social Media and Marketing Manager at Wicked Bull Trading Post, who’s all about kindness, Costa Rica dream trips, and…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Pender County Unifies Emergency Services | Wilmington News
Pender County is merging its emergency services into one unified department, bringing together EMS, Fire, Emergency Management, and the Fire Marshal’s Office…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tragedy in Wilmington Townhome Fire | Wilmington News
A devastating fire tore through a downtown Wilmington townhome on a Saturday afternoon, claiming the life of an 85-year-old resident rescued by firefighters…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Pender County Fire Chief Takes Charge | Wilmington News
Pender County’s emergency services are getting a major upgrade with the arrival of Bruce Tucker, a seasoned 30-year fire service veteran from Northern…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sharks Are Back and Not Here to Hurt You | Wilmington News
Shark populations are rebounding thanks to conservation, bringing more sharks—and more encounters—to beaches in California and Florida. But don’t panic: shark…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Full Circle: Harkes on Soccer’s Rise | Wilmington News
John Harkes, a 1994 U.S. World Cup legend, sees this year’s squad as poised for history—on the brink of quarterfinals, their best since 2002. He draws a…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Southport Celebrates 250th with Patriotism and Parades | Wilmington News
Southport, North Carolina, lit up the Fourth of July with a dazzling parade celebrating America’s 250th birthday, drawing crowds, local businesses, and…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Towns in Motion Across Coastal Carolina | Wilmington News
Southport’s downtown is getting a major glow-up as the town amps up efforts to revitalize its core, while nearby Wilmington grapples with a shocking…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ed Harper Memorial Regatta This Weekend | Wilmington News
Ed Harper Memorial Regatta This Weekend | Wilmington News
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Surf City Fire Threatens Collapse | Wilmington News
A major fire ripped through a building on South Shore Drive in Surf City Saturday night, forcing an emergency shutdown of the road due to structural…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Netanyahu Warns Trump on Turkey’s F-35 Bid | Wilmington News
Netanyahu’s warning to Trump before the NATO summit: Turkey’s F-35 bid is a red flag—Erdoğan’s hostility to Israel and regional allies, plus past support for…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Rip Current Surge at Carolina Beach | Wilmington News
Carolina Beach is on high alert as rip current rescues skyrocket—over 170 saved in just three days, with Friday alone nearing 100. With crowds packed…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!USMNT Shines at World Cup Amid National Pride | Wilmington News
The US Men’s National Soccer Team is lighting up the World Cup, igniting national pride and unity as they deliver thrilling performances amid America’s 250th…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sharks Are Back But Not as Dangerous as You Think | Wilmington News
Shark populations are rebounding in places like California and Florida, thanks to decades of conservation — but more sharks mean more encounters, amplified by…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Trump’s Call Shakes FIFA’s Integrity | Wilmington News
US soccer star Folarin Balogun was set to miss a crucial World Cup knockout match against Belgium after a red card for stepping on an opponent’s ankle — but a…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Hannah Murray's Cult Escape | Wilmington News
Hannah Murray spills the dark, wild truth behind her descent into a cult after a “Game of Thrones”-era breakdown—how a $150 energy healer led her to drink her…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!1994 Legacy Meets 2026 Hope | Wilmington News
John Harkes, a 1994 World Cup hero, sees today’s U.S. squad as poised to reignite soccer’s golden age in America—just like his team did two decades ago. With a…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Smithsonian Under Fire for Political History | Wilmington News
A new White House report accuses the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History of being hijacked by radical ideology, turning history into a political…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Trump and Erdogan Rekindle NATO Ties | Wilmington News
Trump’s unexpected pivot toward Turkey at the NATO summit signals a major reset in U.S.-Turkey relations, fueled by personal rapport with Erdoğan and Turkey’s…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Patriotism Roars Through Music and Celebrations | Wilmington News
America turned 250 with fireworks, veterans, and a national roar of pride — and Toby Keith’s “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue” ruled Spotify, proving…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Elderly Man Dies in Wilmington Fire | Wilmington News
Elderly Man Dies in Wilmington Fire | Wilmington News
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wilmington Fire Claims 85-Year-Old Resident | Wilmington News
A devastating fire erupted in downtown Wilmington on Sunday, July 5th, claiming the life of an 85-year-old man after firefighters rescued him from a burning…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Surf City Fire Blocks Highway | Wilmington News
A house fire in Surf City on the Fourth of July sent flames roaring through a structure now deemed unstable, forcing a full shutdown of Highway Fifty and South…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!New Hanover County Appoints Eric Navagh | Wilmington News
New Hanover County has officially tapped Eric Navagh as its new permanent elections director, set to take the reins July 1st — after unanimous board approval…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Firefighters Shore Up South Shore Drive | Wilmington News
A major fire Saturday night on South Shore Drive has left a building dangerously unstable, forcing a full road closure. Special crews are now on-site to…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!FIFA Overturns Red Card for Balogun | Wilmington News
Folarin Balogun, the U.S. striker who lit up the World Cup with three goals, got a red card — but FIFA just overturned it, a rare move since 1962. Trump…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!North Carolinians Struggle with Rising Costs | Wilmington News
North Carolinians are feeling the squeeze as soaring prices force 72% to cut back on everyday purchases—even those who can pay their bills are tightening their…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!CFCC to ECU Transfer Pathway Opens | Wilmington News
Cape Fear Community College and East Carolina University just launched a game-changing transfer pathway for public safety and criminal justice students—finish…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wall Street Saw What | Wilmington News
Wall Street saw record-breaking gains as investors shrugged off global tensions, fueled by strong earnings reports and renewed optimism in AI-driven tech…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Hurricane Season with Fewer Experts | Wilmington News
Hurricane season looms with a weather service stripped of its seasoned forecasters—retirements and cuts have left a void, as rookies take the reins without the…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!New Hanover County Appoints New Elections Director | Wilmington News
New Hanover County’s elections director just got a fresh face — Eric Navagh, who’s stepping into the role after serving as interim deputy director since July…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!OPEC+ Boosts Output as Markets React | Wilmington News
Markets open higher as S&P 500 futures climb 0.4%, Nasdaq surges 1.1%, while Dow slips 0.1%—driven by OPEC+’s surprise oil output hike of 188K barrels/day…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Upperman Family Pulls Scholarship Over DEI Policy Change | Wilmington News
The Upperman family is withdrawing their scholarship funds from UNC Wilmington after the university updated its DEI policy to prioritize equality over…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Mother Charged in Twin Toddlers' Deaths | Wilmington News
A shocking case in Idaho: 23-year-old Andrea Shaw faces two counts of first-degree murder after her twin toddlers, Dallas and Tyson, died at 18 months old…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Balogun Suspension Sparks Global Soccer Storm | Wilmington News
Folarin Balogun, the young US soccer phenom, was suspended after a red card—but FIFA overturned it, allowing him to face Belgium, sparking outrage from UEFA…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Why Your Groceries Are So Expensive | Wilmington News
Your grocery bill’s spike isn’t just corporate greed—it’s a global crisis fueled by war, shipping chaos, and supply chain bottlenecks. Fertilizer prices are…
Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Teen Girls Killed in Cranford Bike Crash | Wilmington News
Two teenage girls tragically died in a high-speed collision in Cranford, New Jersey, after an 18-year-old allegedly drove his Jeep into them—caught on his own…