Feb. 16, 2026

Wilmington, NC Sees Moderate Air Quality

Weather report shows acceptable air quality, with some concerns for sensitive individuals

Families Navigate School Closures as Outer Banks Houses Collapse

Winter storm brings snow, ice, and destruction across North Carolina

MLK Parkway expected to fully reopen by midday

Crews continue addressing lingering winter weather impacts, according to Wilmington police.

Wilmington community remembers Jim Patsalos, founder of beloved Jimbo's diner

Patsalos, the longtime co-owner of Jimbo's Breakfast & Lunch House, was remembered for his hard work and generosity.

Museum of Coastal Carolina Hosts Sesame Street Planetarium Show

Preschool day event features activities, storytime, and a new planetarium show with Elmo and Big Bird.

Downtown Wilmington Businesses Brave Snow-Covered Sidewalks

Shops and restaurants remain open despite challenging winter conditions for customers

Novant Symposium Highlights AI, Robotics in Neuroscience's Future

Experts discuss remote surgery, precision diagnostics, and advancements in spinal care

1,700-pound Great White Shark Spotted Off North Carolina Coast

Contender, a massive adult great white shark, was tracked moving north after spending time in Florida waters.

Record-Setting Great White Shark Spotted Off North Carolina Coast

Contender, the largest male great white shark ever tagged by OCEARCH, has been detected off the coast of Wilmington.

North Carolina Executive Pleads Guilty to Rigging $8M in Military Contracts

Thomas C. Rollins faces up to 10 years in prison for coordinating bids with competitors to eliminate competition

North Carolina Company President Pleads Guilty to $8.5M Military Contract Bid-Rigging Scheme

Thomas C. Rollins admitted to conspiring with others to rig bids for maintenance, repair, and operations contracts affecting U.S. military installations.

Boat Owner Faces Felony Littering Charges After Vessel Runs Aground

The abandoned boat washed ashore at Freeman Park in Carolina Beach, North Carolina.

UNCW Seahawks Face Charleston Cougars in CAA Title Showdown

The 2026 Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) Men's Basketball Championship game is poised to be a thrilling contest between the UNC Wilmington (UNCW) Seahawks and the College of Charleston Cougars.

Madison Durr Transfers to UNC-Wilmington

College basketball player switches schools ahead of new season

Sonny Jurgensen, Beloved Washington Football Icon, Dies at 91

The Hall of Fame quarterback was a beloved figure in the nation's capital for over four decades as a player and broadcaster.