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Man convicted of multiple drug trafficking charges in Brunswick County
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - A man was convicted of drug charges after a weeklong trial. Julian Ivory Johnson was ...
One year later: Businesses bounce back after Tropical Storm Debby
It was hit hard when Tropical Storm Debby swept through Southeastern North Carolina in early August back in 2024. The ...
Two nightlife spots in downtown Wilmington to close by the end of August
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The owner of cocktail bar KGB and nightclub Pravda, Dustin Cook, has confirmed to WECT that both ...
Department of Justice files proposed settlement with Greystar over illegal rent raises
Greystar Real Estate Partners owns eight properties in Wilmington, two in Leland, one in Castle Hayne and one in Carolina ...
Marine mammal expert pushes boating safety after reported increase of more manatees in NC
Carolina Beach, N.C. (WECT) - Barbara Allen-Zalewski was shocked when she saw a manatee at the Inlet Watch Yacht Club in Carolina Beach after a long day on the water. Since 2024, there have been over ...
Back to school vaccines: What you need to know
To prevent the spread of disease, North Carolina law requires students going into kindergarten, 7th, and 12th grades to be vaccinated against varying diseases.