Brunswick County’s DA is fighting back against a judge’s dismissal of DWI charges against Southport Alderman Robert Carroll, filing an appeal to send the case to Superior Court for reconsideration. The original ruling in June cited serious officer misconduct — including restricting Carroll’s phone calls and taking a blood sample too soon — despite his BAC being .21, far over the legal limit. Carroll, re-elected in November 2025, now faces a high-stakes legal battle that could reshape how justice unfolds in the county.

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A wildfire erupts west of Wallace in Pender County, burning 30 acres since igniting at 5:32 PM on June 12. Aircraft are deployed to combat the blaze, and officials urge residents to avoid Willard Road, Ella Henry Road, and Doctors Creek Road. Drones are banned near the fire zone to avoid interfering with aerial operations. Smoke will linger all night—stay alert if you’re nearby. The N.C. Forest Service is actively managing the situation as it evolves. Stay safe and heed emergency guidance.

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New Hanover County’s healthcare crisis is heating up as the state demands 225 new hospital beds—fast. Novant Health’s bold plan? A billion-dollar tower on their main campus with all 225 beds, relocating rehab services to make room. UNC Health counters with a separate 150-bed hospital on Shipyard Blvd, pitching choice and diversity in care. Novant’s got the scale and promises a 2030 opening, including a new heart center. Applications close June 15th, with public hearings this summer—and a final decision before year’s end. This isn’t just expansion—it’s the future of regional healthcare.

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Seventeen-year-old Gabriel Jackson has pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and robbery in the 2023 killing of his cousin, nurse Adriana Hall, during a brutal home invasion while she slept. Facing life in prison with parole eligibility and up to six years for the robbery, Jackson’s nine months already served will count toward his sentence. Prosecutors say he shot Hall, stole her car, and fled with his girlfriend, Ali’Yonna Hutchins, who was 16 and already sentenced to eight years for being an accessory. Over 188 text messages revealed their chilling plan to kill, steal, and escape together. The case underscores the devastating impact of youth violence and the legal consequences that follow.

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