GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — WNCT is honoring Juneteenth with a special segment on our streaming app WNCT9+, hosted by Sr. Digital Streaming Producer Mesa Jones. Learn about Eastern North Carolina’s connection to the holiday, from the Sycamore Hill Gateway Plaza to the Washington Waterfront Underground Railroad Museum. The special will air tonight at 8 PM…

SWANSBORO, N.C. (WNCT) — The Swansboro Police Department has arrested a suspect in connection with the disappearance and death of 84-year-old Katy Hiatt. Swansboro Police said additional information is limited due to the ongoing investigation, and further details will be released as they become available and can be shared without compromising investigative efforts. Swansboro Police…

NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — The New Bern Police Department are investigating a shooting that injured one person. Police said they responded to a ShotSpotter alert at 11:28am on June 18 in the area of Raynor Drive, and when officers arrived, they located a male, identified as William Cox suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Officers…

LENOIR COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office said they have made three arrests following an investigation into a video posted by a Kinston Facebook group. Ashton Clark, 18, has been charged with felony assault by strangulation and conspiracy. Clark was placed in the Lenoir County Jail under a $50,000 secured bond. Landon…

SURF CITY, N.C. (WNCT) — Town of Surf City officials said it has been determined that the Surf City Pier is free of any threats after multiple agencies responded to a bomb threat reported at the Surf City Pier on June 17. The Town of Surf City said the report came in at 8pm, and…

PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — The owners of Sawyer’s Fun Park met with the Greenville Planning and Zoning Commission on June 16 to seek approval for a heavy commercial, conditional rezoning. The fun park, located on Corey Road, was denied the request by the commission, with several community members that live in the neighborhoods surrounding…

ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. (WNCT) — The Rocky Mount Police Department said they are investigating the death of a two-year-old after the child was attacked by two family dogs. According to police, officers responded a call on June 15 regarding emergency medical services for an animal attack on the 1100 block of Star Street. Officers said…

NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — June is National Internet Safety Month, and the New Bern Police Department wants to help your family navigate the digital world safely. With children and adults sharing the same social media, gaming, and online forums, understanding digital risks is more important than ever. As technology evolves, kids face real challenges…

MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. (WNCT) — It’s another great, sunny day down here, which has brought out many people to enjoy the fishing festivities. Some of the waterfront businesses and restaurants have been busy all week long, with the influx of visitors to the area. “Tower 7 and Big Rock, the way we like to connect…

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Greenville Police continue their investigation into a shooting and assault that happened last night in the 600 Block of Pittman Drive. Investigators say there was a large group of people at a home when an altercation escalated into gunfire. There were multiple bullet holes across the face of the house. Investigators…