Conor Doherty

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington City Council moved one step closer Tuesday to approving its budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which includes a proposed property tax increase and raises for police officers and firefighters.

BOLIVIA, NC (WWAY) — Seven Brunswick County high school seniors with learning disabilities are celebrating graduation after completing a workforce development program designed to prepare them for future careers.

Medical examiners in the Cape Fear region say the work often involves long hours, emotionally difficult scenes, and out-of-pocket expenses — all while earning $200 per case.

According to the New Hanover County Sheriff's Office, 20-year-old Oscar Benedict-Romero was arrested on Sunday.

Memorial Day on Monday to honor those who died serving the country, some families and advocacy groups were also remembering a different group of Americans — missing children as part of National Missing Children’s Day.

Party Chair Jill Hopman confirmed that candidate Wendy Dale lost the party’s endorsement because of what Hopman described as a “lengthy criminal record.”

Ryan Gillespie, Giuseppe Marturano, and Dashaun Brown said they were preparing for a beach soccer tournament on Thursday, May 21st, near Shell Island on the north end of the beach, when they heard cries for help to get a young boy and an adult woman caught in a rip current.

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A group of local teenagers spent Tuesday evening learning lessons in etiquette, confidence, and social interaction during a fine dining experience organized by Links Incorporated and the 100 Black Men of Coastal North Carolina.

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The New Hanover County Board of Education will hear a presentation from Superintendent Dr. Christopher Barnes during its next meeting regarding the controversial LifeWise Academy program.

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Around a dozen foster children and their families gathered Thursday night at the Harrelson Center in Wilmington for a program centered on support, connection, and community.