With Election Day less than a week away, campaign mailers are flooding Cape Fear mailboxes. But do they actually influence voters? WWAY spoke with frustrated voters and a political science expert about their effectiveness.

Spain's state-owned news agency and other local media say at least 10 people have died in a crash between two trains in central Spain. Click the image for more.

Tickets for the 2026 Enchanted Airlie holiday light display go on sale to the general public Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 9 a.m. Click the image for more.

Free on-demand transit system coming to Fort Bragg in 2027.

No. 1 jersey to be retired by Charlotte Hornets in 2027.

Grand jury refuses to indict former White House aide.

Supreme Court declines to restore policy allowing immigration judges to close deportation cases.

Cape Fear Chapters: Brunswick County author explores grief and growing up in debut novel.

U.S. State Department gives visas to Brazil's Flávio Bolsonaro and family after election loss to Lula da Silva.

3 luxury real estate agents sentenced to prison for drugging and raping dozens.

🍁🍂 Fall colors are still going strong in North Carolina's mountains! These beautiful waterfalls near Linville Falls are surrounded by vibrant reds, oranges and yellows! ⛰️ 📸 Skip Sickler | Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation

🎥📱 WWAY IS HIRING A NEWSFLUENCER! Love the Cape Fear and creating social media content? We're looking for an on-camera storyteller to cover local events, interview residents and create engaging videos for our digital platforms! Interested? Apply today! 👇

Cape Fear Community College will host its Fall Open House on Tuesday, Nov. 10, giving prospective students and their families an opportunity to learn about academic programs, career training and campus resources. Click the image for more.

This week's Pet Pal is Raptor! He's a 6-month-old puppy looking for a forever home.

King tides could bring flooding and road closures to parts of Carolina Beach through the end of October. Canal Street and the north end of town are especially vulnerable, with the highest tide expected Tuesday night.

Five months after nearly drowning while saving her nephew at Wrightsville Beach, UNCW women's basketball coach Nicole Woods is sharing her story to help save lives. She spoke to nearly 70 students Monday about the importance of water safety.

Cape Fear River Watch is hosting two Halloween-themed outdoor events this weekend, offering opportunities to explore local waterways while learning about environmental issues affecting the Cape Fear region. Click the image for more.

Brunswick Little Theatre will present the holiday production “Yes Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus” from Dec. 3-20. Click the image for more.

Man who allegedly sent white substance to members of Congress put his address on envelopes.

Jay-Z set to headline Super Bowl LXI halftime show.