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Chadbourn police sergeant injured during high-speed chase
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Chadbourn police sergeant injured during high-speed chase
The officer was taken to Columbus Regional Healthcare but then had to be airlifted to Duke University Hospital for emergency surgery.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/07/chadbourn-police-sergeant-injured-during-high-speed-chase/
about 4 hours ago
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Seven families displaced after apartment fire
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Seven families displaced after apartment fire
The fire marshal determined the fire was caused by smoking materials.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/07/seven-families-displaced-after-apartment-fire/
about 4 hours ago
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Wilmington police investigate shooting that left 23-year-old dead
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Wilmington police investigate shooting that left 23-year-old dead
Wilmington Police say theyâre investigating a deadly shooting that happened around 1:30 a.m. Saturday, June 6.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/06/wilmington-police-investigate-shooting-that-left-23-year-old-dead/
about 22 hours ago
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Vehicle crashes into Wilmington Farmers Market, injuring several pedestrians
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Vehicle crashes into Wilmington Farmers Market, injuring several pedestrians
Wilmington police are investigating a crash that injured several pedestrians on Saturday.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/06/vehicle-crashes-into-wilmington-farmers-market-injuring-several-pedestrians/
about 24 hours ago
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Hi-Wire Brewing to host PrideFest this Sunday
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Hi-Wire Brewing to host PrideFest this Sunday
Hi-Wire Brewing will celebrate Pride Month with its annual PrideFest on Sunday, June 7, in Wilmington.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/06/hi-wire-brewing-host-pridefest-this-sunday/
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Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue reports high number of rip current rescues for start of the season
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Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue reports high number of rip current rescues for start of the season
Ocean Rescue Director Sam Proffitt said the number of rip current rescues they've seen so far are more closely in line with August numbers, when they experience hurricane swells.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/06/wrightsville-beach-ocean-rescue-reports-high-number-rip-current-rescues-start-season/
1 day ago
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Columbus County Elections Board considers slashing early voting sites
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Columbus County Elections Board considers slashing early voting sites
The chair of the elections board said the proposal is about saving money.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/05/columbus-county-elections-board-considers-slashing-early-voting-sites/
1 day ago
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USPS mail carriers deliver a message after six dog attacks last year
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USPS mail carriers deliver a message after six dog attacks last year
North Carolina is near the top 10 for states where dogs attack postal carriers.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/05/usps-mail-carriers-deliver-message-after-six-dog-attacks-last-year/
1 day ago
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INTERVIEW: Free youth soccer tournament honors legacy of player who helped others shine
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INTERVIEW: Free youth soccer tournament honors legacy of player who helped others shine
Youth soccer players and families are invited to take part in the 12th annual Evans Cup Outreach Invitational on June 6.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/05/interview-free-youth-soccer-tournament-honors-legacy-player-who-helped-others-shine/
1 day ago
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10 face felony drug charges after investigations in Brunswick County
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10 face felony drug charges after investigations in Brunswick County
Nearly a dozen felony drug charges were filed after authorities seized meth, cocaine and fentanyl and arrested ten people.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/05/10-arrested-drug-trafficking-charges-brunswick-county/
2 days ago
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Wilmington police investigate midday shooting on Wilshire Boulevard
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Wilmington police investigate midday shooting on Wilshire Boulevard
The Wilmington Police Department is investigating after receiving reports of shots fired late Friday morning in the 3400 block of Wilshire Boulevard.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/05/wilmington-police-investigate-midday-shooting-wilshire-boulevard/
2 days ago
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Battleship North Carolina to shine in honor of D-Day heroes
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Battleship North Carolina to shine in honor of D-Day heroes
Battleship North Carolina will be illuminated this weekend in observance of the 82nd anniversary of D-Day.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/05/battleship-north-carolina-shine-honor-d-day-heroes/
2 days ago
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Pender County residents invited to free disaster preparedness expo
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Pender County residents invited to free disaster preparedness expo
The Pender Long Term Recovery Group is inviting the community to its 2026 Pender County Disaster Preparedness Expo this weekend.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/05/pender-county-residents-invited-free-disaster-preparedness-expo/
2 days ago
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Three-night lane closure scheduled for Carolina Beach Road
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Three-night lane closure scheduled for Carolina Beach Road
Overnight lane closures will be in place on a portion of Carolina Beach Road this month.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/05/three-nights-lane-closures-scheduled-carolina-beach-road/
2 days ago
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AMBER ALERT: Search underway for two Brunswick Co. children believed to be in danger
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AMBER ALERT: Search underway for two Brunswick Co. children believed to be in danger
Anyone with information should contact BCSO immediately at 910-253-2777 or call 911.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/05/amber-alert-search-underway-two-brunswick-co-children-believed-be-danger/
2 days ago
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Seth Jarvis scores in overtime, Carolina beats Vegas in Game 2 to tie Stanley Cup Final
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Seth Jarvis scores in overtime, Carolina beats Vegas in Game 2 to tie Stanley Cup Final
The Hurricanes beat the Vegas Golden Knights 4-3 in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final on Thursday night to tie the series.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/05/seth-jarvis-scores-overtime-carolina-beats-vegas-game-2-tie-stanley-cup-final/
2 days ago
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New Hanover County school board considers ban on students recording others
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New Hanover County school board considers ban on students recording others
The proposed policy aims to reduce cyberbullying but faces concerns about unintended consequences.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/05/new-hanover-county-school-board-considers-ban-students-recording-others/
2 days ago
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Dog fines could double at Wrightsville Beach under proposed ordinance changes
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Dog fines could double at Wrightsville Beach under proposed ordinance changes
Wrightsville Beachâs Board of Aldermen will consider changes to the townâs Dogs on the Beach ordinance, including a proposal to increase the civil penalty for violations from $250 to $500.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/05/dog-fines-could-double-wrightsville-beach-under-proposed-ordinance-changes/
3 days ago
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Prosecution focuses on cell phone evidence in Wilmington double-murder trial
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Prosecution focuses on cell phone evidence in Wilmington double-murder trial
Prosecutors presented cell phone evidence in the trial of two men charged in a 2021 double murder.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/prosecution-focuses-cell-phone-evidence-wilmington-double-murder-trial/
3 days ago
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WECT INVESTIGATES: State Auditor to review $587M school voucher program
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WECT INVESTIGATES: State Auditor to review $587M school voucher program
North Carolinaâs state auditor is taking a closer look at a controversial state-funded program.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/wect-investigates-state-auditor-review-587m-school-voucher-program/
3 days ago
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Local farms team up for âTacos on the Farmâ community dinner
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Local farms team up for âTacos on the Farmâ community dinner
The Wilmington Farmers Market is inviting the community to âTacos on the Farm,â a family-friendly fundraising dinner celebrating local food and farms.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/local-farms-team-up-tacos-farm-community-dinner/
3 days ago
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âAn issue of life and deathâ: Wilmington police urge gun owners to lock up firearms
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âAn issue of life and deathâ: Wilmington police urge gun owners to lock up firearms
Police sirens surround tragic accidents that could have been prevented, especially when it comes to kids getting their hands on guns that arenât properly secured.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/an-issue-life-death-wilmington-police-urge-gun-owners-lock-up-firearms/
3 days ago
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Husband of missing Horry County woman named person of interest as investigation turns criminal
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Husband of missing Horry County woman named person of interest as investigation turns criminal
While Horry County police search for a missing woman, they are questioning her husbandâs story.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/husband-missing-horry-county-woman-named-person-interest-investigation-turns-criminal/
3 days ago
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We The People: Town of Clarkton celebrates 165 years
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We The People: Town of Clarkton celebrates 165 years
Clarkton is small â fewer than 1,000 people â but its story stretches back 165 years, from railroad-era growth to new chapters in local leadership.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/we-people-town-clarkton-celebrates-165-years/
3 days ago
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Blueyâs latest quest is a showcase for the imagination of children
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Blueyâs latest quest is a showcase for the imagination of children
WECT's Scott Pachilis sits down with Eli Hodapp, Cheif Marketing Officer of Halfbrick Studios, to talk about the console release of Bluey's Quest For The Gold Pen.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/blueys-latest-quest-is-showcase-imagination-children/
3 days ago
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash forces closure of U.S. 17 north in Brunswick County
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash forces closure of U.S. 17 north in Brunswick County
A crash has shut down U.S. 17 north near Cumbee Road, according to the Brunswick County Sheriffâs Office.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/traffic-alert-crash-forces-closure-us-17-north-brunswick-county/
3 days ago
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Multi-agency investigation busts vehicle theft ring in the Carolinas
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Multi-agency investigation busts vehicle theft ring in the Carolinas
Brunswick County deputies helped lead a multi-agency investigation into a commercial vehicle theft ring operating across the Carolinas.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/multi-agency-investigation-busts-vehicle-theft-ring-carolinas/
3 days ago
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Man sentenced to life in prison for 2022 Pender County double murder
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Man sentenced to life in prison for 2022 Pender County double murder
A Pender County jury convicted a man in connection with a 2022 double murder.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/man-sentenced-life-prison-2022-pender-county-double-murder/
3 days ago
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Dosher Memorial Hospital to host annual community cookout to celebrate 96 years
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Dosher Memorial Hospital to host annual community cookout to celebrate 96 years
Dosher Memorial Hospital is set to mark its 96th birthday at its annual community cookout in Southport.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/dosher-memorial-hospital-host-annual-community-cookout-celebrate-96-years/
3 days ago
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NWS offering hurricane preparedness webinar and weather spotter training
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NWS offering hurricane preparedness webinar and weather spotter training
The National Weather Service in Wilmington is inviting residents across southeastern North Carolina and northeastern South Carolina to take part in two educational opportunities this summer.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/storm-season-national-weather-service-hosting-storm-safety-training-webinar/
3 days ago
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Flytrap Frolic inviting the community to celebrate carnivorous plants
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Flytrap Frolic inviting the community to celebrate carnivorous plants
The community is invited to attend the Flytrap Frolic this weekend
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/flytrap-frolic-inviting-community-celebrate-carnivorous-plants/
3 days ago
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Fort Fisher Aquarium invites volunteers to World Ocean Day beach cleanup
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Fort Fisher Aquarium invites volunteers to World Ocean Day beach cleanup
The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher is inviting the community to take part in a World Ocean Day beach cleanup.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/fort-fisher-aquarium-invites-volunteers-world-ocean-day-beach-cleanup/
3 days ago
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Carolina Beach Music Festival returns for milestone 40th year
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Carolina Beach Music Festival returns for milestone 40th year
The longest-running beach music festival in the United States is returning to Carolina Beach for its 40th year this weekend.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/carolina-beach-music-festival-returns-milestone-40th-year/
3 days ago
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Childrenâs Museum of Wilmington offering free sensory-friendly events
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Childrenâs Museum of Wilmington offering free sensory-friendly events
The Childrenâs Museum of Wilmington has announced it is partnering with BrightBridge ABA to host free âSensory Sundayâ events for the rest of the year.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/childrens-museum-wilmington-offering-free-sensory-friendly-events/
3 days ago
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CFCC hosting Surf City Center open house this month
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CFCC hosting Surf City Center open house this month
Cape Fear Community College is inviting the community to explore its recently expanded Surf City Center.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/cfcc-hosting-surf-city-center-open-house-this-month/
3 days ago
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Charity pickleball tournament to raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
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Charity pickleball tournament to raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
The community is invited to attend the âDink for a Cureâ Charity Pickleball Tournament this August.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/charity-pickleball-tournament-raise-funds-cystic-fibrosis-foundation/
3 days ago
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$40K reward offered to find and capture two missing Vance County inmates
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$40K reward offered to find and capture two missing Vance County inmates
The FBI and Vance County Crime Stoppers are offering a combined reward of up to $40,000 to find and capture two inmates who escaped from the Vance County Detention Center.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/04/40k-reward-offered-find-capture-two-missing-vance-county-inmates/
3 days ago
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Summer eye safety: What parents need to know before pool days and fireworks
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Summer eye safety: What parents need to know before pool days and fireworks
From trips to the pool and sports to fireworks, summer fun can also bring more risk to kidsâ eyes.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/03/summer-eye-safety-what-parents-need-know-before-pool-days-fireworks/
3 days ago
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Leaders highlight investments shaping Wilmingtonâs future at annual luncheon
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Leaders highlight investments shaping Wilmingtonâs future at annual luncheon
Some of Wilmingtonâs top business and community leaders gathered Wednesday to discuss the future of downtown.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/03/leaders-highlight-investments-shaping-wilmingtons-future-annual-luncheon/
3 days ago
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Pender County school board selects design team for Topsail Middle School project
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Pender County school board selects design team for Topsail Middle School project
The Pender County Board of Education approved Bordeaux Construction and Moseley for its Topsail Middle School design project during a special meeting Tuesday.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/03/pender-county-school-board-selects-design-team-topsail-middle-school/
4 days ago
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Novant Health restructures leadership with focus on regional growth
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Novant Health restructures leadership with focus on regional growth
The president of Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center is taking on a larger regional role as Novant Health reshapes leadership across North Carolina.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/03/novant-health-restructures-leadership-with-focus-regional-growth/
4 days ago
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NC House passes bill to crack down on data centers, fast-track nuclear power
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NC House passes bill to crack down on data centers, fast-track nuclear power
New restrictions on data centers in North Carolina are a step closer to becoming law after the state House of Representatives voted to approve them Wednesday.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/03/nc-house-passes-bill-crack-down-data-centers-fast-track-nuclear-power/
4 days ago
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âThe Lord lined up everybodyâ: UNCW coach meets âheroesâ who saved her life
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âThe Lord lined up everybodyâ: UNCW coach meets âheroesâ who saved her life
The head coach for the UNCW womenâs basketball coach is thanking her lucky stars after being pulled from the ocean with no heartbeat. Nicole Woods was rescued at Wrightsville Beach Thursday, May 21 after trying to save her nephew who got caught in a rip current.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/03/lord-lined-up-everybody-uncw-coach-meets-heroes-who-saved-her-life/
4 days ago
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Five firefighters injured in major furniture store fire in Jacksonville
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Five firefighters injured in major furniture store fire in Jacksonville
The fire started in the warehouse at Furniture Plus on North Marine Boulevard.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/03/two-firefighters-injured-major-furniture-store-fire-jacksonville/
4 days ago
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Digital forensics expert testifies in Wilmington double-murder trial
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Digital forensics expert testifies in Wilmington double-murder trial
A digital forensics expert testified Wednesday, sharing texts from the phone of Raquel Adams, who was found guilty as a co-conspirator to the murders last year.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/03/digital-forensics-expert-testifies-wilmington-double-murder-trial/
4 days ago
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NC moves to lock in highway license plate reader program permanently
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NC moves to lock in highway license plate reader program permanently
North Carolina lawmakers advanced a bill Wednesday that would make permanent a statewide pilot program expanding the use of highway license-plate readers.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/03/nc-moves-lock-highway-license-plate-reader-program-permanently/
4 days ago
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Early morning fire destroys Boiling Spring Lakes home
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Early morning fire destroys Boiling Spring Lakes home
A fire destroyed a home early Wednesday morning in Boiling Spring Lakes, officials said.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/03/early-morning-fire-destroys-boiling-spring-lakes-home/
4 days ago
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Speeding violation leads to drug arrest for Elizabethtown man
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Speeding violation leads to drug arrest for Elizabethtown man
A traffic stop for speeding led to drug and weapon charges for an Elizabethtown man, according to the Bladen County Sheriffâs Office.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/03/speeding-violation-leads-drug-arrest-elizabethtown-man/
4 days ago
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Main Street closure in Sunset Beach due to ruptured pipe
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Main Street closure in Sunset Beach due to ruptured pipe
Main Street is closed between 3rd and 5th streets due to a ruptured pipe, according to the Sunset Beach Police Department.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/03/traffic-alert-main-street-closure-sunset-beach-due-ruptured-pipe/
4 days ago
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âHearts are heavyâ: Brunswick County Sheriffâs Office mourns K9 Star
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âHearts are heavyâ: Brunswick County Sheriffâs Office mourns K9 Star
The Brunswick County Sheriffâs Office announced the death of K9 Star, a bloodhound who served on the agencyâs tracking team for eight years.
https://www.wect.com/2026/06/03/hearts-are-heavy-brunswick-county-sheriffs-office-mourns-k9-star/
4 days ago
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