During the stop, officers found Whitmore had various illegal prescription drugs and marijuana in the vehicle.

According to CCSO, this case has been “one of the most significant animal cruelty investigations in county history.” ...

The update to Ordinance 14-142 restricts the depth and tools allowed for digging recreational holes on public beach areas.

The New Hanover County Library will be hosting a series of Summer Book Sale events in August. The events will be held at the ...

The forecast was issued on July 11, and yellow flags are flying from Bald Head Island to Sunset Beach.

SHALLOTTE, N.C. (WECT) - The Shallotte Police Department (SPD) captured an alligator near a gas station on Friday morning.

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Baron, a 6-year-old beagle mix from Freedom Bridge Animal Rescue, is looking for his forever home. He is a sweet and affectionate boy who is treat-motivated, almost fully ...

Wilmington, N.C. (WECT) - The Wilmington Police Department (WPD) is searching for 23-year-old Thomas Geoffrey Higgins.

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Rebecca Trammel hopes by educating more people about the case and the legislature’s lack of action on the court order, more people will advocate for change ...

A boil water advisory has been issued for an area in New Hanover County on July 9. The spokesperson says Whitmore identified ...

According to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, nearly 5,000 people in the state sought emergency ...