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BREAKING NEWS: One dead, one hospitalized after overnight shooting
One dead, one hospitalized after overnight shooting
WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – New Hanover County dispatch confirms one person has been shot in the 1300 block of South 7th Street in Wilmington Thursday morning. No word yet on that person's condition. We'reMore >>A detective with the Wilmington Police Department confirms one person is dead after an early morning shooting in Wilmington.
More >>James Gandolfini, 'Sopranos' actor, dead at 51
James Gandolfini, 'Sopranos' actor, dead at 51
Actor James Gandolfini has died.More >>Actor James Gandolfini, who famously played Tony Soprano, has died in Italy of an apparent heart attack.
More >>House travels the Intracoastal Waterway to its new location
House travels the Intracoastal Waterway to its new location
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WECT) - A historic beach cottage will be saved from demolition Wednesday as a barge moves it to its new location. The Palmgren-O'Quinn house, built in 1946, will be transportedMore >>A historic beach cottage will be saved from demolition Wednesday as a barge moves it to its new location.More >>Employees "heartbroken" that plant is closing
Employees "heartbroken" that plant is closing
NAVASSA, NC (WECT) – Employees of Dak Americas said they're heartbroken to learn that the facility will be shutting down in September. The move means 600 workers will lose their jobs. "It hurt," saidMore >>DAK Americas is closing its plant in Brunswick County, which means 600 workers will lose their jobs.More >>Business owners concerned bridge closure will keep customers away
Business owners concerned bridge closure will keep customers away
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) - Thousands of cars travel down Highway 211 every day, so when construction crews close down this road later this week some folks say their business will take a major hit. StartingMore >>Thousands of cars travel down Highway 211 every day, so when construction crews close down this road later this week some folks say their business will take a major hit.More >>ILM wins Green Plus NonProfit of the Year award
ILM wins Green Plus NonProfit of the Year award
WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - The Wilmington International Airport earned the Green Plus NonProfit of the Year award for 2013. The airport director says several improvements are responsible for the award includingMore >>The Wilmington International Airport earned the Green Plus NonProfit of the Year award for 2013.More >>Waterspout forms in Grand Isle, LA
Waterspout forms in Grand Isle, LA
The National Weather Service says there is some minor damage on Grand Isle after a waterspout Wednesday afternoon. WWL-TV in New Orleans says that the Grand Isle Fire Department is reporting a powerMore >>The National Weather Service says there is some minor damage on Grand Isle after a waterspout Wednesday afternoon.More >>Navassa mayor unhappy about DAK Americas leaving the region
Navassa mayor unhappy about DAK Americas leaving the region
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT)- Navassa's mayor is not looking forward to the DAK Americas plant leaving the Cape Fear region. The mayor said he's mainly concerned about citizens in his community findingMore >>Navassa's mayor is not looking forward to the DAK Americas plant leaving the Cape Fear region.More >>DAK Americas to close this fall
DAK Americas to close this fall
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – DAK Americas, a major employer in Navassa, is expected to make an announcement Wednesday afternoon regarding the future of its plant. DAK Americas indicated earlier this yearMore >>Officials with DAK Americas confirmed Wednesday afternoon its plant located in Navassa will close in September.More >>Pender County drug bust leads to several arrests
Pender County drug bust leads to several arrests
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PENDER COUNTY, NC - (WECT) - Members of the Pender County Sheriff's Office arrested several people after a drug bust in two locations. In March, the Sheriff's Office Vice/Narcotics Division started anMore >>Members of the Pender County Sheriff's Office arrested several people after a drug bust in two locations.More >>Feud threatens future of Nakina Fire and Rescue
Feud threatens future of Nakina Fire and Rescue
COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Current and former volunteers of Nakina Volunteer Fire and Rescue have been feuding with each other for months about what's best for the department. The disagreement boiledMore >>Current and former volunteers of Nakina Volunteer Fire and Rescue have been feuding with each other for months about what's best for the department.More >>What's next for the film industry in Brunswick Co.
What's next for the film industry in Brunswick Co.
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – More film productions could soon be coming to the area, according to Wilmington Regional Film Director Johnny Griffin. In front of dozens of business and community leaders,More >>More film productions could soon be coming to the area, according to Wilmington Regional Film Director Johnny Griffin.More >>Pender Co. man charged after numerous car break-ins
Pender Co. man charged after numerous car break-ins
PENDER COUNTY, NC (WECT) - A Pender County man has been charged with breaking and entering into numerous cars in the Hampstead area over the past couple of weeks, according to the Pender County Sheriff'sMore >>A Pender County man has been charged with breaking and entering into numerous cars in the Hampstead area over the past couple of weeks, according to the Pender County Sheriff's Office.More >>YMCA to sell Porter's Neck facility and rebuild at Market St.
YMCA to sell Porter's Neck facility and rebuild at Market St.
WILMINGTON,NC (WECT)- YMCA executives are looking to give the Market Street facility a brand new look-- by selling the Porter's Neck facility. "Our process is that over the next 6 months we're going toMore >>YMCA executives are looking to give the Market Street facility a brand new look-- by selling the Porter's Neck facility.More >>AMA declares obesity as a disease
AMA declares obesity as a disease
(CNN) – The American Medical Association now classifies obesity as a disease. The LA Times reports the group voted to approve that decision Tuesday. The declaration recognizes obesity as a medical conditionMore >>The American Medical Association now classifies obesity as a disease.More >>Class picture leaves mother heartbroken
Class picture leaves mother heartbroken
NEW WEST MINISTER, CANADA (WAVE) - A second grader with a disability was seemingly shunned during a class picture. For Anne Belanger, the photo was completely unacceptable. Her son, Miles, was pushedMore >>A second grader with a disability was seemingly shunned during a photo shoot at his elementary school.More >>Boy, 13, stabbed in neck by catfish
Boy, 13, stabbed in neck by catfish
The catfish barb lodged in the boy's neck after he caught the fish.More >>The catfish barb lodged in the boy's neck after he caught the fish.
More >>House votes to delay food safety rules
House votes to delay food safety rules
Farm-state lawmakers are scrambling to win bipartisan votes for a five year, half-trillion dollar farm bill on the House floor this week.More >>The House voted late Wednesday to delay sweeping food safety rules that would require farmers and food companies to be more vigilant about guarding against contamination.More >>Singapore haze at worst yet, Malaysia schools shut
Singapore haze at worst yet, Malaysia schools shut
Singapore urged people to remain indoors amid unprecedented levels of air pollution Thursday as a smoky haze wrought by forest fires in neighboring Indonesia worsened dramatically. Nearby Malaysia closed 200 schools...More >>Singapore urged people to remain indoors amid unprecedented levels of air pollution Thursday as a smoky haze wrought by forest fires in neighboring Indonesia worsened dramatically. Nearby Malaysia closed 200 schools and...More >>Blackhawks beat Bruins 6-5 in OT, tie series 2-2
Blackhawks beat Bruins 6-5 in OT, tie series 2-2
The Boston Bruins came from behind to tie the Chicago Blackhawks for the third time and sent Game 4 of the Stanley Cup finals into overtime with the teams even 5-5 on Wednesday night.More >>After struggling for more than 120 minutes to score even once, the Blackhawks beat Boston goalie Tuukka Rask a half-dozen times in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup finals to send the series back to Chicago tied two games apiece.More >>Lucky fans will get a sneak peek of 'Under the Dome'
Lucky fans will get a sneak peek of 'Under the Dome'
WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Some lucky Stephen King fans will get a first look at the new TV show based on one of the famous author's books. Under the Dome has been filming in Hollywood East since this spring. Now,More >>Hundreds won tickets to the screening of Under the Dome, which is now sold out.More >>Tropical Storm Barry forms off Mexican coast
Tropical Storm Barry forms off Mexican coast
A tropical depression has formed off the coast of Belize and forecasters say it is expected to bring as much as five inches of rain to parts of Belize, Guatemala and northern Honduras.More >>Tropical Storm Barry formed off Mexico's Gulf Coast on Wednesday, prompting Mexican authorities to ready hundreds of shelters.More >>Paula Deen admits to use of racial slurs during deposition
Paula Deen admits to use of racial slurs during deposition
(RNN) - Celebrity chef and southern food connoisseur Paula Deen was back in a controversial spotlight Wednesday, alleged of using racial slurs as jokes in her restaurants in front of employees. AccordingMore >>Celebrity chef and southern food connoisseur Paula Deen was back in a controversial spotlight Wednesday, alleged of using racial slurs as jokes in her restaurants in front of employees.More >>Melissa McCarthy, Susan Sarandon wrap production in Wilmington this week
Melissa McCarthy, Susan Sarandon wrap production in Wilmington this week
WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Say goodbye to the stars of ‘Tammy'. According to the movie's publicist, the production will be finished filming in Wilmington on Friday. Crews will head to Niagara Falls forMore >>According to the movie's publicist, the production will be finished filming in Wilmington on Friday.More >>First Alert Weather Forecast for Wednesday evening
First Alert Weather Forecast for Wednesday evening
East Columbus looking for boys, girls varsity hoops coaches
East Columbus looking for boys, girls varsity hoops coaches
LAKE WACCAMAW, NC (WECT) - The East Columbus athletic staff is facing a very busy offseason. According to athletic director Karl Bracey, the Gators are in search of both a boys and girls varsity basketballMore >>According to athletic director Karl Bracey, the Gators are in search of both a boys and girls varsity basketball coach.More >>McCrory OKs some loan interest rate increases
McCrory OKs some loan interest rate increases
RALEIGH, NC (AP) - Gov. Pat McCrory has signed into law interest rate increases on installment loans. McCrory approved a bill Wednesday that increases the maximum borrowing amount and interest ratesMore >>Gov. Pat McCrory has signed into law interest rate increases on installment loans.More >>McCrory signs bill to repeal Racial Justice Act & resume death penalty
McCrory signs bill to repeal Racial Justice Act & resume death penalty
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP/WECT) - Gov Pat McCrory has signed into law a repeal of a landmark act that allowed convicted murderers in North Carolina to reduce sentences to life in prison if they could prove racialMore >>Governor Pat McCrory signed more than 50 bills into law on Wednesday, including one bill that repeals the Racial Justice Act and effectively resumes the death penalty in North Carolina.More >>Three-year-old Charlotte boy hears for the first time
Three-year-old Charlotte boy hears for the first time
A microchip implanted in his brain helps process and recognize sound which travels through tubes to his ear.More >>A microchip implanted in his brain helps process and recognize sound which travels through tubes to his ear.More >>NC governor urges schools to boost teacher pay
NC governor urges schools to boost teacher pay
RALEIGH, NC (AP) - North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory is urging leaders in the state education system to devise ways to boost teacher pay and college graduation rates, despite years of deep cuts to per-pupilMore >>North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory is urging leaders in the state education system to devise ways to boost teacher pay and college graduation rates, despite years of deep cuts to per-pupil funding for public education.
More >>Teen charged with Statutory Rape on high school campus
Teen charged with Statutory Rape on high school campus
PENDER COUNTY, NC - (WECT) - A 19-year-old was arrested and charged for a sexual assault that reportedly took place at Pender High School, during school hours. Sam Clark Sanchez from Ivanhoe, NC was chargedMore >>A 19-year-old was arrested and charged for a sexual assault that reportedly took place at Pender High School, during school hours.More >>Elizabethtown police search for robbery suspects
Elizabethtown police search for robbery suspects
ELIZABETHTOWN, NC (WECT) - Officers with the Elizabethtown Police Department are searching for two suspects who robbed the No 1 Chinese Restaurant Tuesday around 10:30 p.m., according to police. OfficersMore >>Officers with the Elizabethtown Police Department are searching for two suspects who robbed the No 1 Chinese Restaurant Tuesday night around 10:30 p.m., according to police.More >>Multiple brands of dry pet food recalled
Multiple brands of dry pet food recalled
Pet food maker Natura has announced a massive voluntary recall of its dry pet food brands due to salmonella concerns. The recall includes all Innova, Evo, Healthwise, Mother Nature and Karma brandedMore >>Pet food maker Natura has announced a massive voluntary recall of its dry pet food brands due to salmonella concerns.More >>Cone Health announces plans to lay off 150 workers
Cone Health announces plans to lay off 150 workers
GREENSBORO, NC (AP) - Cone Health says it's laying off 150 workers to help cut $30 million from its budget. Cone Health president and chief operating officer Terry Akin said Wednesday the health careMore >>Cone Health says it's laying off 150 workers to help cut $30 million from its budget.
More >>RAW VIDEO: House travels the Intracoastal Waterways to new location
RAW VIDEO: House travels the Intracoastal Waterways to new location
The Palmgren-O'Quinn house, built in 1946, began its journey to the Wrightsville Beach historic square on West Salisbury Street Wednesday afternoon at 4:00, during high tide.More >>Outgoing CEO says he leaves CFPUA in "good" shape
Outgoing CEO says he leaves CFPUA in "good" shape
WILMINGTON, NC - (WECT) - The outgoing CEO of the Cape Fear Public Utility Authority says he is leaving the organization in a 'good' place. Matt Jordan says he started working at CFPUA in 2008, rightMore >>The outgoing CEO of the Cape Fear Public Utility Authority says he is leaving the organization in a 'good' place.More >>McCrory praises passage of DOT funding changes
McCrory praises passage of DOT funding changes
RALEIGH, NC (AP) - Gov. Pat McCrory is praising legislative leaders because an overhaul of how transportation dollars get spent in North Carolina is heading to his desk. The General Assembly gave finalMore >>Gov. Pat McCrory is praising legislative leaders because an overhaul of how transportation dollars get spent in North Carolina is heading to his desk.More >>CEO retires from CFPUA, takes GM position in Tampa Bay
CEO retires from CFPUA, takes GM position in Tampa Bay
WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Cape Fear Public Utility Authority's first chief executive officer will soon be heading to Tampa Bay. Tampa Bay Water's board of directors voted unanimously Monday to hire MatthewMore >>CFPUA CEO Matthew W. Jordan, P.E. will soon retire from the company and take another position in Tampa Bay. Jordan said he's leaving the organization in a good place.More >>Woman in custody a year after arrest warrants issued for financial exploitation
Woman in custody a year after arrest warrants issued for financial exploitation
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – The fifth, and final, woman accused of stealing more than $260,000 from a Leland man's checking account is finally in custody – nearly a year after arrest warrants were issued. AccordingMore >>The fifth, and final, woman accused of stealing more than $260,000 from a Leland man's checking account is finally in custody – nearly a year after arrest warrants were issued.More >>Security drill taking place for Southport-Fort Fisher ferry route, vessels
Security drill taking place for Southport-Fort Fisher ferry route, vessels
The North Carolina Department of Transportation Ferry Division will be holding exercise drills Wednesday that involve ferry terminals and vessels along the Southport-Fort Fisher route, according to an NCDOT spokesperson.More >>Thousands of pounds of beef recalled following E. coli fears
Thousands of pounds of beef recalled following E. coli fears
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The USDA has announced that is is recalling 22,737 lbs of meat following possible e. coli. contamination.More >>The USDA has announced that is is recalling 22,737 lbs of meat following possible e. coli. contamination.More >>Accident causes car to flip; driver is okay
Accident causes car to flip; driver is okay
BOILING SPRING LAKES, NC (WECT) - Crews temporarily shut down River Road in Brunswick county after a car flipped over early Wednesday morning. According to Trooper Mullins, 20-year-old, Heaven TimmonsMore >>Crews temporarily shut down River Road in Brunswick county after a car flipped over early Wednesday morning.More >>Rocky Point man facing rape, assault charges
Rocky Point man facing rape, assault charges
PENDER COUNTY, NC (WECT) - A Rocky Point man faces rape and assault charges, according to Det. Leatherwood with the Pender County Sheriff's Office. Nazario Rojas Bautista, 26, was charged June 10 withMore >>A Rocky Point man faces rape and assault charges, according to Det. Leatherwood with the Pender County Sheriff's Office.More >>
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NJ cease and desist order brings scathing rebuttal
NJ cease and desist order brings scathing rebuttal
Rare is the legal rebuttal that calls a cease and desist order a "literary gag gift" and uses the phrase "big meanie."More >>Rare is the legal rebuttal that calls a cease and desist order a "literary gag gift" and uses the phrase "big meanie."More >>Cat nurses orphaned pit bull puppy in Ohio
Cat nurses orphaned pit bull puppy in Ohio
A cat caring for four newborn kittens is nursing an orphaned week-old pit bull puppy in Cleveland.More >>A cat caring for four newborn kittens is nursing an orphaned week-old pit bull puppy in Cleveland.More >>Fluffy cows: Old beauty practice gains attention
Fluffy cows: Old beauty practice gains attention
Grooming cows so they look like unusually large poodles is a well-known beautification practice in the show cattle industry.More >>Grooming cows so they look like unusually large poodles is a well-known beautification practice in the show cattle industry.More >>Minn. mother, son accused of stealing gopher feet
Minn. mother, son accused of stealing gopher feet
A Minnesota mother and her 18-year-old son are accused of stealing nearly $5,000 in frozen gopher feet and selling them for a bounty.More >>A Minnesota mother and her 18-year-old son are accused of stealing nearly $5,000 in frozen gopher feet and selling them for a bounty.More >>Ed Koch's tombstone engraved with wrong birth date
Ed Koch's tombstone engraved with wrong birth date
Former New York City Mayor Ed Koch meticulously planned his own funeral, but his tombstone has the wrong birth date.More >>Former New York City Mayor Ed Koch meticulously planned his own funeral, but his tombstone has the wrong birth date.More >>Thai Buddhist monks criticized for lavish behavior
Thai Buddhist monks criticized for lavish behavior
Thailand's Buddhism body said it is monitoring monks nationwide for any inappropriate behavior after a video showed monks using luxurious personal items while flying on a private jet.More >>Thailand's Buddhism body said it is monitoring monks nationwide for any inappropriate behavior after a video showed monks using luxurious personal items while flying on a private jet.More >>Hitchhiking cat 'Mata Hairi' headed home to Oregon
Hitchhiking cat 'Mata Hairi' headed home to Oregon
A Portland, Ore., man whose cat had been missing since last year will soon be reunited with the well-traveled feline, courtesy of the transient who's been caring for her more than nine months.More >>A well-traveled cat named "Mata Hairi" will soon be reunited with her owner after spending nearly 10 months traveling thousands of miles with a hitchhiker who rescued her from the rain.More >>Morris the cat runs for mayor of Mexican city
Morris the cat runs for mayor of Mexican city
This mayoral hopeful in Mexico promises to eat, sleep most of the day and donate his leftover litter to fill potholes.More >>This mayoral hopeful in Mexico promises to eat, sleep most of the day and donate his leftover litter to fill potholes.More >>Bear with head stuck in jar is rescued in Pa.
Bear with head stuck in jar is rescued in Pa.
Four central Pennsylvania residents said they used only a rope and a flashlight during a wild chase to rescue a young bear whose head had been stuck in a plastic jar for at least 11 days.More >>Four central Pennsylvania residents said they used only a rope and a flashlight during a wild chase to rescue a young bear whose head had been stuck in a plastic jar for at least 11 days.More >>NJ Transit probes bizarre bus trip into New York
NJ Transit probes bizarre bus trip into New York
Some New Jersey bus commuters apparently have gotten an unexpected tour of the New York metro area they'd rather forget.More >>Some New Jersey bus commuters apparently have gotten an unexpected tour of the New York metro area they'd rather forget.More >>
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Zimmerman jurors reveal personal details
Zimmerman jurors reveal personal details
One potential juror in George Zimmerman's second-degree murder trial belongs to the National Rifle Association. Another says she was the victim of a violent crime that is constantly on her mind. A third is a...More >>One potential juror in George Zimmerman's second-degree murder trial belongs to the National Rifle Association. Another says she was the victim of a violent crime that is constantly on her mind. A third is a competitive...More >>Texas auction house to sell John Brown leg irons
Texas auction house to sell John Brown leg irons
The leg irons that restrained abolitionist John Brown after his failed 1859 raid on a federal arsenal in Harpers Ferry are being sold Saturday in Texas.More >>The leg irons that restrained abolitionist John Brown after his failed 1859 raid on a federal arsenal in Harpers Ferry are being sold Saturday in Texas, but two historical parks dedicated to his legacy can't afford to...More >>Developer: Kan. caverns could preserve human race
Developer: Kan. caverns could preserve human race
A California developer says an underground shelter he's creating in a vast limestone cave in eastern Kansas could be the human race's best chance to survive a nuclear attack or the impact of a wayward meteor.More >>After most of the world's population is wiped off the map by a wayward meteorite or hail of nuclear missiles, the survival of the human race might just depend on a few thousand people huddled in recreational vehicles...More >>Medical care lags behind Afghan military growth
Medical care lags behind Afghan military growth
The young Afghan soldier lay in great pain on a cot at an army base, his uniform pants cut up to his thigh so medics could clean the wound in his right knee where he was shot fighting insurgents.More >>The young Afghan soldier lay in great pain on a cot at an army base, his uniform pants cut up to his thigh so medics could clean the wound in his right knee where he was shot fighting insurgents.More >>Youth leagues try to rein in 'bad news parents'
Youth leagues try to rein in 'bad news parents'
As the debate over government surveillance rages on, there's an assumption that young people will be the least concerned about privacy.More >>The new signs at youth baseball fields in this Chicago suburb are small, not much more than gentle reminders for parents, coaches and other adults in the stands. Still, the message is clear: Behave.More >>Youth leagues try to rein in 'bad news parents'
Youth leagues try to rein in 'bad news parents'
No parent here has rushed onto a playing field to jump a referee who made an unpopular call. No adult has gotten angry and slugged or pushed a coach or a young player, as has happened elsewhere. Nor have there been...More >>No parent here has rushed onto a playing field to jump a referee who made an unpopular call. No adult has gotten angry and slugged or pushed a coach or a young player, as has happened elsewhere. Nor have there been any of...More >>Bulger trial: The hit man of Country Club Lane
Bulger trial: The hit man of Country Club Lane
He parks his silver Mercedes-Benz sedan behind his condo, below a deck decorated with white and pink flowers, where a couple of small dogs bark at the few passers-by.More >>He parks his silver Mercedes-Benz sedan behind his condo, below a deck decorated with white and pink flowers, where a couple of small dogs bark at the few passers-by.More >>Victims' relatives to testify in Bulger trial
Victims' relatives to testify in Bulger trial
After hearing three days of testimony from a hit man who admitted killing 20 people, jurors in the trial of James "Whitey" Bulger will soon get to hear from the families of some of those victims.More >>After hearing three days of testimony from a hit man who admitted killing 20 people, jurors in the trial of James "Whitey" Bulger will soon get to hear from the families of some of those victims.More >>Uncle: Patriots player had link to homicide victim
Uncle: Patriots player had link to homicide victim
New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez had a connection to a homicide victim found in an industrial park near the athlete's home, but family members and officials aren't commenting on the nature of...More >>New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez had a connection to a homicide victim found in an industrial park near the athlete's home, but family and officials were mum on the nature of their relationship, two days...More >>Police: Disabled Pa. man who died suffered neglect
Police: Disabled Pa. man who died suffered neglect
A 32-year-old Pennsylvania man with Down syndrome was so severely neglected by his family that his body was covered in scabies and he weighed just 69 pounds when he died, police said in charging his mother and two...More >>A 32-year-old Pennsylvania man with Down syndrome was so severely neglected by his family that his body was covered in scabies and he weighed just 69 pounds when he died, police said in charging his mother and two sisters...More >>
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Piano up for bid in Kure Beach
Piano up for bid in Kure Beach
The Town of Kure Beach is accepting bids for an upright piano.More >>Security drill taking place for Southport-Fort Fisher ferry route, vessels
Security drill taking place for Southport-Fort Fisher ferry route, vessels
The North Carolina Department of Transportation Ferry Division will be holding exercise drills Wednesday that involve ferry terminals and vessels along the Southport-Fort Fisher route, according to an NCDOT spokesperson.More >>Woman accused of shoplifting, hitting store owner with vehicle
Woman accused of shoplifting, hitting store owner with vehicle
The Surf City Police Department arrested and charged a Rose Hill, NC woman Saturday for shoplifting and assault with a deadly weapon, according to a spokesperson for the police department.More >>Sponsors needed for Independence Day celebration
Sponsors needed for Independence Day celebration
Sponsors are needed for the upcoming annual Columbus County Independence Day celebration.
More >>Signups for UNCW sorority recruitment underway
Signups for UNCW sorority recruitment underway
If you're interested in going Greek, signups for UNCW's fall Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment are happening now.More >>CFA student honored with full ride to US Naval Academy
CFA student honored with full ride to US Naval Academy
Students of Cape Fear Academy were recognized Tuesday for excellence inside and outside of the classroom.More >>Students of Cape Fear Academy were recognized Tuesday for excellence inside and outside of the classroom.More >>
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SLIDESHOW: NASA Images of the Day
SLIDESHOW: NASA Images of the Day
The south coast of Alaska even has the dubious distinction of being the cloudiest region of the United States, with some locations averaging more than 340 cloudy days per year.More >>SLIDESHOW: Carolina Beach Rd. fire
SLIDESHOW: Carolina Beach Rd. fire
The Wilmington Fire Department is trying to determine what sparked a fire Tuesday on Carolina Beach Road.More >>The Wilmington Fire Department is trying to determine what sparked a fire Tuesday on Carolina Beach Road.More >>SLIDESHOW: House on a barge
SLIDESHOW: House on a barge
An historic beach cottage will be saved from demolition Wednesday as a barge moves it to its new location.More >>An historic beach cottage will be saved from demolition Wednesday as a barge moves it to its new location.More >>SLIDESHOW: Extreme rescue training
SLIDESHOW: Extreme rescue training
Emergency responders from across the state were in the area to simulate a real-life disaster.More >>Emergency responders from across the state were in the area to simulate a real-life disaster.More >>SLIDESHOW: James Prince memorial
SLIDESHOW: James Prince memorial
Hundreds of students, faculty and staff at South Brunswick High School filled the football stadium to remember James Prince.More >>Hundreds of students, faculty and staff at South Brunswick High School filled the football stadium to remember James Prince.More >>
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Paula Deen admits to use of racial slurs during deposition
Paula Deen admits to use of racial slurs during deposition
(RNN) - Celebrity chef and southern food connoisseur Paula Deen was back in a controversial spotlight Wednesday, alleged of using racial slurs as jokes in her restaurants in front of employees. AccordingMore >>Celebrity chef and southern food connoisseur Paula Deen was back in a controversial spotlight Wednesday, alleged of using racial slurs as jokes in her restaurants in front of employees.More >>Miley Cyrus: Alcohol is way more dangerous than marijuana
Miley Cyrus: Alcohol is way more dangerous than marijuana
Miley Cyrus won't comment on her relationship with Liam Hemsworth, but she will talk openly about her stance on marijuana.More >>Miley Cyrus won't comment on her relationship with Liam Hemsworth, but she will talk openly about her stance on marijuana.More >>Here’s how to ask the NSA for your records (but don’t hold your breath)
Here’s how to ask the NSA for your records
After the PRISM leak, you probably want to know exactly what the NSA has on file about you.More >>After the PRISM leak, you probably want to know exactly what the NSA has on file about you.More >>7 clever uses for old colanders
7 clever uses for old colanders
Colanders - also called strainers - offer especially excellent potential for creative repurposing.More >>Colanders - also called strainers - offer especially excellent potential for creative repurposing.More >>Many U.S. adults under-vaccinated against whooping cough
Many U.S. adults under-vaccinated against whooping cough
Whooping cough cases are escalating in the United States, and many American adults are unknowingly exposing vulnerable babies to the potentially deadly disease because their vaccinations are not up to date.More >>Whooping cough cases are escalating in the United States, and many American adults are unknowingly exposing vulnerable babies to the potentially deadly disease because their vaccinations are not up to date.More >>
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Employees "heartbroken" that plant is closing
Employees "heartbroken" that plant is closing
NAVASSA, NC (WECT) – Employees of Dak Americas said they're heartbroken to learn that the facility will be shutting down in September. The move means 600 workers will lose their jobs. "It hurt," saidMore >>DAK Americas is closing its plant in Brunswick County, which means 600 workers will lose their jobs.More >>Class picture leaves mother heartbroken
Class picture leaves mother heartbroken
NEW WEST MINISTER, CANADA (WAVE) - A second grader with a disability was seemingly shunned during a class picture. For Anne Belanger, the photo was completely unacceptable. Her son, Miles, was pushedMore >>A second grader with a disability was seemingly shunned during a photo shoot at his elementary school.More >>BREAKING NEWS
BREAKING NEWS: One dead, one hospitalized after overnight shooting
One dead, one hospitalized after overnight shooting
WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – New Hanover County dispatch confirms one person has been shot in the 1300 block of South 7th Street in Wilmington Thursday morning. No word yet on that person's condition. We'reMore >>A detective with the Wilmington Police Department confirms one person is dead after an early morning shooting in Wilmington.
More >>Pender County drug bust leads to several arrests
Pender County drug bust leads to several arrests
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PENDER COUNTY, NC - (WECT) - Members of the Pender County Sheriff's Office arrested several people after a drug bust in two locations. In March, the Sheriff's Office Vice/Narcotics Division started anMore >>Members of the Pender County Sheriff's Office arrested several people after a drug bust in two locations.More >>Thousands of pounds of beef recalled following E. coli fears
Thousands of pounds of beef recalled following E. coli fears
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The USDA has announced that is is recalling 22,737 lbs of meat following possible e. coli. contamination.More >>The USDA has announced that is is recalling 22,737 lbs of meat following possible e. coli. contamination.More >>
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America Now: News you can really use Weekdays at 9 a.m. Weekdays at 10 a.m. Weekdays at
10 - 10:30 a.m. on WALB-ABC,
11 - 11:30 a.m. on WALB-NBC. Weekdays at 11 a.m. Weekdays at 12 - 12:30 p.m. and 2 - 2:30 p.m. Weekdays at 12 p.m. Weekdays at 12:30 - 1 p.m. and 2:05 - 2:35 a.m. Weekdays at 6 a.m. Weekdays at 1 - 1:30 p.m. and 10:35 - 11:05 p.m. Weekdays at 1:30 - 2 p.m. and 2:30 - 3 p.m. Weekdays at 2 p.m. Weekdays at 3 p.m. Weekdays at 4 p.m. Weekdays at 4:30 - 5 p.m and 7 - 7:30 p.m. Weekdays at
10 a.m. on Live 5 WCSC,
1 p.m. on Live 5 Plus. Weekdays at 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 3 - 3:30 p.m.
Cape Fear Transportation Survey
Participate in W.M.P.O.'s online transportation survey.
Click Here
Don't Text And Drive
Text messaging creates a crash risk 23 times worse than driving while not distracted.
Learn More
2013 Sounds of Summer
See the 2013 Sounds of Summer concert line up!
Thursday evenings, 6:30pm at Wrightsville Beach.
Hurricane Survival Guide
Download WECT's 2013 Hurricane Survival Guide
See, Click, Fix
Report problems you see around the area. Let us know about potholes, traffic lights and other concerns you have.
Pump Patrol
Keep track of gas prices around the area with this tool.
Pink Pack
Essentials for early breast cancer awareness.
>Register for a Pink Pack
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See It, Snap It, Send It
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Send Pictures and Video by email to pics@wect.com
See, Click, Fix makes it easy and fun for everyone to report problems that matter to you. Potholes, a burned out streetlight or even houses that never mow their yards. Click here to get started.
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