An inside look at New Hanover County Fire Station 13 as CDC investigation begins
The county opened the station up to WECT for an exclusive tour as a federal evaluation of the facility begins.
Bladen County man charged after second drug arrest in a month
Ingram Planetarium and the Museum of Coastal Carolina are holding family-friendly STEM events in April.
North Carolina bill to end DEI in state and local governments moves forward
The bill to end diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies in state and local governments has cleared its first hurdle in the general assembly.
Columbus Co. man charged with insurance fraud after claiming a pallet fell on him
A Walmart employee from Columbus County has been charged with one felony count of insurance fraud.
Ingram Planetarium and Museum of Coastal Carolina to host NC Science Fest events
Keaton put the gun to the driver’s head and threatened to ‘blow his brains out’ if he did not leave the car.
NC State Highway Patrol investigating deadly three-car crash in Columbus County
COLUMBUS COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - The North Carolina State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) is investigating a deadly three-car crash in Columbus County. The crash happened at 8:42 a.m. on Monday along HWY 410 ...
New Hanover Co. Schools wants to hear from you about potential AI school safety pilot program
School leaders want to hear from neighbors, school staff, and parents. But what exactly is an AI School Safety Program and how will it impact students? WECT works to get you answers.
NC wildlife officials warn public to avoid bear cubs
Officials advise you to remain calm and leave the area if you see a bear den while hiking, walking a dog, or hunting.
Officials to administer new transportation tax for ride services in NC
President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order to cut essential small agencies, such as the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The City of Wilmington celebrated Arbor Day by ...