Summer rain has successfully pulled some NC cities out of drought conditions, but Brunswick County is still gripped by a severe “exceptional drought.” ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center (NHRMC) is among the state’s top hospitals, according to U.S. News & World Report. U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals ...

New Hanover County Health and Human Services is hosting a clinic to provide required vaccinations for children enrolling in school or daycare for the 2026-2027 school year.

WHITEVILLE, N.C. (WECT) - Lock your car doors and take your keys with you. That is the message from Whiteville police after a recent spike in car break-ins and thefts. The Whiteville Police Department ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - James Fischer, co-chair of the new Climate Reality chapter of the Cape Fear region, joined Randy Aldridge on WECT News Now to discuss climate advocacy. The Climate Reality ...

Local grocery shoppers have a chance to experience an annual culinary tradition this weekend as Harris Teeter hosts a Hatch Chile roasting event at its Riverlights location.

Local grocery shoppers have a chance to experience an annual culinary tradition this weekend as Harris Teeter hosts a Hatch Chile roasting event at its Riverlights location. As job scams continue to ...

CAPE FEAR, N.C. (WECT) - Cape Fear Community College has announced the recipients of its annual campus excellence awards, honoring three individuals for leadership and dedication to student success.

The Kennedy Center's board is set to meet to discuss future plans after a federal judge blocked a two-year closure for renovations.

Ron Fallica, a Wilmington-based filmmaker and acting coach, joined Randy Aldridge on WECT News Now to discuss his crowdfunding campaign to produce a pilot for a new television show.

Repair work on the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge is causing delays in Brunswick County Wednesday.

UNC Wilmington began fall move-in Wednesday, with students arriving on campus and continuing through the weekend.