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NCDOT set to host public hearings on Cape Fear Memorial Bridge (WECT News) The North Carolina Department of Transportation is hosting two public hearings to receive feedback on the alternatives for the nearly 60-year-old bridge. Officials said the hearings are a vital step before any action is taken.

Aniya Moore, an 18-year-old recent Pender High School graduate, is recovering after a serious car crash less than a mile from her home, two months after she gra Moore spent years cheering on her classmates at Pender High from the sidelines. As she prepared for college, she said she was ready to step into her own future.

Area farms hope for a good fall season after a harsh summer that drought intense storms and a drought. (WECT) WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Area farmers are hopeful cooler weather will turn things around after a summer of intense heat and storms.

Wilmington leaders are set to take up more than $4.5 million in proposed spending Tuesday evening, considering major investments in historic preservation and do WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Wilmington leaders are set to take up more than $4.5 million in proposed spending Tuesday evening, considering major investments in historic preservation and downtown crowd safety.

Brunswick County Schools held a virtual meeting on the bond referendum Tuesday night. (WECT) BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Brunswick County Schools hosted its first virtual meeting on a school bond referendum Tuesday night. Voters will decide on the bond in the November election.

Rare diagnosis doesn't stop N.C. man from serving fire department Fewer than 150 people worldwide have been diagnosed with Tango2 deficiency disorder. (WECT) Published Sep. 30, 2026 at 7:28 AM EDT | Updated seconds ago

NC senator pushes to modernize 1931 divorce law. (WECT) WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - A bill moving through the North Carolina Senate would shorten the state's required separation period for divorce from one year to six months and eliminate the state's alienation of affection law.

Wilmington fire department shares fire safety tips (MGN) WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - October is Fire Prevention Month, and the Wilmington Fire Department is offering residents guidance on how to respond to a fire, prevent one, and safely use lithium-ion batteries.

Two survivors are sharing their stories of domestic violence to help raise awareness. (WECT) WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and two women with Wilmington ties are sharing their stories in hopes no one else has to face what they did.

FILE - Emergency lights. (Ajax9 - stock.adobe.com) TABOR CITY, N.C. (WECT) - One person sustained major injuries Saturday after a vehicle-versus-pedestrian accident.