New Hanover County commissioners approved the county’s fiscal year 2026-27 budget in a 4-1 vote, keeping the property tax rate unchanged while funding schools, pre-K, public safety, transit and several nonprofit organizations.
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has proclaimed this week, May 18 through May 22, as Heat Safety Week.
The Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) is launching its annual Memorial Day “Click It or Ticket” campaign ahead of Memorial Day weekend.
The Town of Clarkton is celebrating its 165th anniversary with its “Spring Meet” event this Memorial Day.
The Fallen Heroes Ceremony was held at the Fort Johnston–Southport Museum and Visitors Center as part of a weekend of events leading up to Monday’s burial at sea.
A man has been arrested after deputies found a woman with life-threatening injuries Tuesday afternoon in Bladen County, authorities said.
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is launching an initiative to encourage safe boating practices this Memorial Day weekend.
A Whiteville man is charged with felony counterfeit trademark and fraud-related offenses after investigators say they found counterfeit gunsights, knives and arm braces for sale.
The State Board of Elections is inviting the public to comment on four sets of proposed administrative rules involving absentee voting, the photo ID requirement, recounts and voting sites.
North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson provided an update on a lawsuit against a wedding photography business accused of misleading and defrauding brides, engaged couples and their families.
The South Carolina Supreme Court has ordered a new murder trial for convicted killer and fraudster Alex Murdaugh.
A 100-year-old woman in our area has found a new passion — cheering for the Atlanta Braves.
The two men are accused of killing Bri’Yanna Williams and Kordreese Tyson at the home of George Taylor III, the former COO of Tru Colors Brewing in 2021.
Local organization helping area students with scholarship money.
The Leland Fire Department closed its investigation less than two months after the explosion without determining an official cause.