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New Gastonia youth behavioral center to offer mental health support, substance-use prevention

Facility to offer mental, emotional help to children & adolescents

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Police chase prompted precautionary shelter-in-place at Heide-Trask High School

Heide-Trask High School was placed on a precautionary shelter-in-place Thursday afternoon following a high-speed police pursuit in the area, according to school officials.

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Piedmont Medical Network announced milestone at Rock Hill Hospital

Hospital now has advanced to have a Level II Adult Trauma Center

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WECT INVESTIGATES: Supply business owners face criminal charges, civil complaints over missing headstones

Two Bladenboro residents have been charged with felony obtaining property by false pretenses.

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Decision made over controversial bell schedule for 1 Charlotte-Mecklenburg school

South Academy of International Languages was considering schedule change for 2027-2028 school year

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‘We still have a failing facility’: Union County voters reject funding for new jail

On Tuesday, Nov. 3, Union County residents said “no” to a bond referendum that would have funded a new $200 million facility through increased property taxes.

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Cape Fear Makers Guild cuts ribbon on new, expanded headquarters

Local leaders and creators gathered to cut the ribbon on the Cape Fear Makers Guild’s new 5,000-square-foot headquarters Thursday.

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Bladenboro Mayor David Hales dies at 68

Bladenboro Mayor David William Hales Jr. has died.

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Road reopened following multi-vehicle crash on MLK Parkway

Roadways are reopened following a multi-vehicle crash in New Hanover County Thursday afternoon.

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SEASON OF GIVING: Salvation Army of Cape Fear launches 2026 Angel Tree program

It is the season of giving, and the Salvation Army is kicking off its annual Angel Tree initiative.

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Coast Guard airlifts cruise ship passenger off North Carolina coast

The U.S. Coast Guard airlifted a passenger from the Norwegian Bliss cruise ship off North Carolina on 2 November.

The U.S. Coast Guard airlifted a cruise ship passenger experiencing a medical emergency off the North Carolina coast on 2 November. The passenger was aboard the Norwegian Bliss, located about 32 miles from Oregon Inlet near the Outer Banks. The passenger was flown to a hospital in Norfolk, Virginia, and was reported to be in stable condition.

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Safety violations prompt temporary closure of Southport Senior Building

The Senior Building in Southport has closed after being deemed unsafe for public occupancy.

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Lunchbox Weather: WBTV First Alert meteorologist visits Van Wyck Elementary

WBTV is giving weather science lessons & you can request a school visit

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Publix opens a new store in Union County: See inside

The 50,325-square-foot store opened Wednesday, Nov. 4.

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Longtime NASCAR crew chief recovering after life-threatening illness led to ‘extended’ hospital stay

Jeff Hensley was hospitalized days after the Truck Series race at Charlotte.

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Residents invited to meeting on Navassa Superfund cleanup

Navassa residents can hear about recently completed soil removal and planned cleanup at the Kerr-McGee Superfund site during a Nov. 12 community meeting.

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Woman turns herself in after child hospitalized in Chester County hit-and-run

The collision happened Tuesday, Nov. 3, along Smith Street near Salluda Street in Chester.

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WBTV broadcast will be temporarily unavailable early on Sunday, Nov. 8: What to know

Maintenance scheduled for 12:30 a.m. to 4:30 a.m. on Nov. 8, 2026

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Wilmington community rallies to raise over $197,000 for Alzheimer’s research

Nearly 1,000 people took part in Wilmington’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s, raising more than $197,000 for patient care, early detection and research.

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Major utility company lowers rates in North Carolina ahead of winter

Piedmont Natural Gas lowered rates for the fifth time in 2026.

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Cape Fear Community College to Showcase Student Talent at Annual Arts Festival

Student artists and performers from Cape Fear Community College are preparing to share their creative work with the public during the third annual Hello Arts Festival.

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Call for captains: 2026 N.C. Holiday Flotilla registration opens with $14,000 in prizes

Boat captains are invited to light up the waterways and compete for thousands of dollars in cash prizes as registration opens for the 2026 North Carolina Holiday Flotilla.

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Cristiano Ronaldo announces his international retirement from Portugal

Cristiano Ronaldo has announced he won’t play for Portugal anymore. He's ended an international career that spanned six World Cups, a European title and the men’s all-time international scoring record.

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Super Bowl winner Russell Wilson interviewed for NC State coaching job

Former quarterback Russell Wilson interviewed for the NC State head coaching position on Tuesday.

Russell Wilson, who won Super Bowl XLVIII with Seattle, interviewed for the NC State head coaching job on Tuesday, according to ESPN. Wilson played for the Wolfpack from 2008 to 2010 before transferring to Wisconsin. The university fired Dave Doeren on 24 October and is considering both Wilson and fellow former Wolfpack star Philip Rivers for the role.

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HEALTH FIRST: Novant health surgeon highlights warning signs of GERD and when to see a specialist

As the holiday season approaches with larger meals and richer foods, occasional indigestion is common for many people.

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First Alert Forecast: timing shower and storm chances, falling temps

Your First Alert Weather Team continues to zero in on the next cold front.

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Porter and Randle power the Nets to their 2nd win of the season, 114-104 over the Hornets

Michael Porter Jr. had 26 points and 10 rebounds and Julius Randle added 22 points as the Brooklyn Nets won their second game of the season, 114-104 over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday night.

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Ballantyne residents rally to save Morrison Family YMCA ahead of planned $42.5M sale

The site is being purchased by a local church, Moments of Hope, seeking more room as its congregation expands beyond its existing facilities.

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Charlotte college students reflect on record youth voter turnout in midterms

Local college students across Charlotte say the push to mobilize young people at the ballot box delivered meaningful results.

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4 Charlotte men accused of stealing $3K worth of AT&T copper wire

All four men were charged with felony possession of stolen property, first-degree trespassing

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Charlotte invests more than $2M in training for local transportation jobs

Participants are in the first week of a four-week boot camp, where they are learning CPR, first aid and job-site safety before starting hands-on construction work.

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The Endowment awards over $4.8M in community grants

More than $4.8 million in new grants from The Endowment will fund healthcare access, safety net services and community spaces for New Hanover County residents.

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North Carolina election officials release provisional ballot counts after election

Election officials across North Carolina are releasing county-by-county counts of provisional ballots cast in Tuesday’s midterm elections.

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Charlotte Black Political Caucus-endorsed candidates win all but one race

Charlotte Black Political Caucus-endorsed candidates win all but one race

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Gaston County Schools urgently seeking bus drivers amid route disruptions

There are more than 30 open driver positions district-wide, creating what Gaston County Schools officials describe as a “critical” need.

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COMMUNITY CLASSROOM: Teacher seeks funding for inclusive field day for students

A teacher at C.F.Pope Elementary School is hoping to raise enough money to buy field day equipment

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South Carolina voters elect new leadership to US Senate, governor’s office: What they said

Nearly two million ballots were cast in South Carolina’s midterm election

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Grace for the Kids: How one Brunswick County couple found healing through adoption

Over the years, the Hamms have fostered numerous children through Boys and Girls Homes of North Carolina.

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‘Opportunities are endless’: Hornets Sports and Entertainment team up with developers for the old Epicentre

Queen City Quarter, formerly known as the Epicentre has been acquired by a group of development partners including Hornets Sports and Entertainment.

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Tickets on sale for Feast Down East’s third annual Oyster Roast

Feast Down East’s annual Oyster Roast Fundraiser is returning next month, bringing together local food, live entertainment and community support.