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Wilson community leader accused in deadly shooting that left two dead

Wilson community leader accused in deadly shooting that left two dead

The charges come just three days after Chestnut was interviewed by WITN’s Baileigh Bockover for an upcoming “Hometown Hero” segment ... Continue Reading
Police searching for 15-year-old missing boy in Jacksonville

Police searching for 15-year-old missing boy in Jacksonville

Jacksonville police are asking for the public’s help in finding a 15-year-old boy last seen two days ago. ... Continue Reading
AUTOPSY:  Man shot eight times by Bertie County deputies

AUTOPSY: Man shot eight times by Bertie County deputies

Tyshawn Barnes was killed back on August 13, 2024, at a home on Sierra Lane, southwest of Windsor. ... Continue Reading
Former ECU pitcher Trey Yesavage sets franchise record in MLB debut

Former ECU pitcher Trey Yesavage sets franchise record in MLB debut

Former Pirate pitcher Trey Yesavage made his major league debut with the Toronto Blue Jays Monday night. ... Continue Reading
Investigation underway after fire tears through abandoned Farmville house

Investigation underway after fire tears through abandoned Farmville house

Farmville Fire Chief Tommy Brady told WITN the abandoned home had extensive damage after the flames were put out. ... Continue Reading
Pitt Partners for Health hosts anniversary event celebrating 30 years of community impact

Pitt Partners for Health hosts anniversary event celebrating 30 years of community impact

The event featured a program highlighting the work of PPH’s action teams, a newly completed community health needs assessment and a visual map showcasing programs and projects supported by PPH over the past three decades. ... Continue Reading
Jury finds Virginia man guilty of manslaughter in Onslow County murder trial

Jury finds Virginia man guilty of manslaughter in Onslow County murder trial

James McAlee was sentenced to serve between 5 and 7 years in state prison for the 2022 murder of Jared Musgrove. ... Continue Reading
Police investigating after three Kinston business break-ins

Police investigating after three Kinston business break-ins

Kinston police are asking for the public’s help after three businesses were broken into. ... Continue Reading

Craven County couple arrested on drug charges

The Craven County Sheriff’s Office says deputies pulled 52-year-old Julius Ensley and 37-year-old Brittney Collins over on Highway 55 at Dover Road on Saturday. ... Continue Reading
Police release name of victim in weekend shooting at Greenville apartment complex

Police release name of victim in weekend shooting at Greenville apartment complex

Police say 22-year-old Darbiel Vega Rodriguez was taken to ECU Health Medical Center on Saturday after a shooting at the Province apartment complex in Greenville. ... Continue Reading
Kinston City Council to discuss proposed electric rate cut

Kinston City Council to discuss proposed electric rate cut

If the reduction is approved, Barwick says, some customers could see the change in their October bills. ... Continue Reading
UPDATE: Highway 12 reopens after modular home blown off trailer on Oregon Inlet bridge

UPDATE: Highway 12 reopens after modular home blown off trailer on Oregon Inlet bridge

The Highway Patrol says it happened around 1:40 p.m. when the wide load was about a half-mile from the south end of the bridge near Rodanthe. ... Continue Reading
Gary Weaver appointed to vacant Pitt County commissioners seat

Gary Weaver appointed to vacant Pitt County commissioners seat

In a 6-2 vote Monday night, the Pitt County commissioners appointed Gary Weaver to fill the vacant District 6 seat, last held by Lauren White. ... Continue Reading
ECU students react after three reports of fondling in a residence hall

ECU students react after three reports of fondling in a residence hall

Police are still investigating after receiving three reports of fondling in an East Carolina University residence hall. ... Continue Reading

Pitt County sheriff discusses safety measures in place for county fair

To make sure everyone is safe while enjoying the festivities, the Pitt County Sheriff’s Office will be on site with different security measures. ... Continue Reading

DMV average wait time data released

The NCDMV has released new information about estimated wait times at your local DMV. ... Continue Reading
Ayden Middle School mother upset over handling of her child’s seizure at school

Ayden Middle School mother upset over handling of her child’s seizure at school

An Ayden mother shares her frustrations over the way her daughter’s middle school handled what she’s calling a seizure. ... Continue Reading
Police say suspect identified after two killed; one injured in Wilson shooting

Police say suspect identified after two killed; one injured in Wilson shooting

Police say they identified a suspect after two of three victims were found shot dead in a Wilson neighborhood this afternoon. ... Continue Reading
Aurora mayor one of two men killed in Highway 13/11 crash

Aurora mayor one of two men killed in Highway 13/11 crash

The Highway Patrol says the mishap happened on Highway 13/11 near Bethel shortly after 10 a.m. ... Continue Reading
UPDATE: Highway 12 remains closed after modular home blown off trailer on Oregon Inlet bridge

UPDATE: Highway 12 remains closed after modular home blown off trailer on Oregon Inlet bridge

The Highway Patrol says it happened around 1:40 p.m. when the wide load was about a half-mile from the south end of the bridge near Rodanthe. ... Continue Reading

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