Woman who allegedly opened fire in downtown Wilmington says she acted in self-defense
I feel bad that I scared people,” she told WECT, “but I don’t feel bad for defending myself.” ...
UNCW women’s basketball defeats Campbell
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The UNCW women’s basketball team defeated Campbell 67-61 at home on Friday night, January 3rd. With ...
Grandma demanding change in state dog laws after 7-year-old attacked in Hampstead
HAMPSTEAD, N.C. (WECT) - Hampstead is home for Tracy Smith, her husband, and their 7-year-old grandson Cason. It’s also where they say a neighbor’s dog attacked Cason just over a month ago. While ...
Surf City boat ramp closed for renovations
Renovations to the Soundside Park boat ramp are now underway after being postponed last month, according to a Facebook post on the the Town of Surf City.
U.S. Surgeon General calls for cancer risk warnings to be displayed on alcohol
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - It’s a wake up call that might catch a lot of people off guard. Alcohol consumption is now the ...
Bridge in Pender County to close for maintenance
According to an announcement, NCDOT will close both direction of Malpass Corner Road near U.S. 421 at 8 a.m. Jan. 6.
City of Southport updates public rights-of-way ordinances
SOUTHPORT, N.C. (WECT) - The Southport Board of Alderman updated two sections dealing with public rights-of-way city ordinances. On Dec. 12, the board met and adopted updates to Section 16-8, ...