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From this week’s Sunday Edition: The 2025 election season is in the books. The 2026 election season is already upon us.

State and federal agencies are considering a project to deepen the shipping channel into the Port of Wilmington. Proponents of the plan say it will allow larger vessels and save money by reducing current inefficiencies. Opponents point to a host of potential environmental concerns on the surrounding waterways and wetlands.

On Friday afternoon, dozens of first responders were on the scene as a significant blaze engulfed the top story of the Graystone Inn. Officials reported no injuries, but the cause of the fire was not immediately known.

It’s almost winter, so it’s time for gardeners to put their beds to rest. WHQR’s Kelly Kenoyer has some autumnal tips from a prolific gardening family.

Starting Monday, applications will open for certain New Hanover County Schools families seeking temporary financial assistance to cover rent, utilities, and car repairs. The non-profits in charge of the grant are hoping to get the money out before the holidays.

Ryan Zuidema beat out a long list of candidates in Wilmington’s nationwide search for a new police chief. He recently spoke with WHQR about the priorities and leadership philosophy that helped him stand out.

The rental market in the Wilmington area is cooling – but that doesn’t mean rentals are affordable to most residents.

Local, state, and national results on standardized tests show that there are significant discrepancies in proficiency rates between Black and White students. Those who study the issue say it’s challenging to find solutions surrounding these inequities.

The somber ceremony Monday morning was one of many planned to commemorate the 1898 coup and massacre in Wilmington.

From this week’s Sunday Edition: Did Democrats have a good night, or did Republicans have a really bad one? And what else can we learn from Tuesday's election? Plus, notes on some developing stories.