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Aaleah McConnell/WHQRThursday morning, the National Black Leadership Caucus held a press conference at 1898 Memorial Park to denounce the mounting threat of immigration crackdowns happening across the state. -
Benjamin Schachtman/WHQRLast December, the developer offered to buy the city-owned downtown property to build a grocery store. That changed the market landscape, and led the Endowment and New Hanover County to pull funding for the Northside Co-Op, which would now face potentially insurmountable competition. Now that the downtown deal has fallen through, it's not clear what comes next.
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On Tuesday night, newly elected City Council members were officially sworn into their roles and a new Mayor Pro Tem was elected. -
On Tuesday, the New Hanover County school board elected chair and vice-chair positions. The board also pushed two public engagement policies back to committee and voted to send a resolution to the General Assembly to increase funding for exceptional children. -
Monday night’s discussion of the extension of Independence Boulevard drew mixed reviews from those in attendance. -
A 90-day pilot project installed in 2023 has stuck around for two years. -
North Carolina’s Low Income Energy Assistance Program helps with gas, electric, and fuel bills. NC Local breaks down how it works, including updates on the impacts of federal funding disruptions. -
From this week's Sunday Edition: A few thoughts on Thanksgiving, what it means, and the empty chairs at the holiday table. Plus, a few editor's notes on the end of a political dynasty, the latest on allegations against a prosecutor in the DA's office, and the beginning of filing season for next year's election. -
As North Carolina residents face long waits at the DMV, here’s the latest on REAL ID, tips for appointments, and the recent plans to improve service — a plain-language explainer from NC Local. -
On Monday, the New Hanover County school board voted down a proposal to start an employee bonus committee in the spring. Instead, it’s slated to begin next school year. While the vote was 4-3, with Republicans Pete Wildeboer, David Perry, Melissa Mason, and Democrat Tim Merrick in favor, it required a supermajority to pass because it amended a prior vote. The board also discussed its annual financial audit and debated items related to government transparency. -
As you’re prepping for Thanksgiving this year, make sure you thaw that turkey properly before you try to fry it. WHQR’s Kelly Kenoyer has more on the dangers and delights of frying your holiday bird. -
About half of the families in the Cape Fear region struggle to afford diapers. WHQR visited the local diaper bank to learn about what they need from the community.
