Good morning Wilmington!

Wilmington’s looking breezy in more ways than one. With new flights coming to ILM and lawmakers checking your HOA's power trip, this week’s news is all about freedom—of movement, expression, and maybe even your own driveway.

In today’s Port City Pulse:

• Lawmakers regulate the (HOA) regulators

• Breeze offer new non-stops

Your HOA Might Soon Lose Some Power — Lawmakers Take Action

[WUNC] North Carolina lawmakers are pushing bipartisan bills to rein in homeowners associations (HOAs), citing concerns over property rights and excessive penalties. The House and Senate have introduced parallel legislation that would, among other things, limit foreclosure powers, stop fines for tutoring or music lessons, and prohibit HOAs from regulating parking on public streets. Despite support, Attorney General Jeff Jackson criticized the lack of enforcement power and funding for proposed complaint-handling provisions.

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Breeze Airways Adds 4 New Nonstop Flights Out of Wilmington with Fares from $39

[WWAY] Breeze Airways is boosting service at Wilmington International Airport with four new nonstop routes launching this fall. The airline will now offer direct flights to Akron-Canton (OH), Fort Lauderdale (FL), Long Island-Islip (NY), and Tampa (FL), with fares starting as low as $39. Service to Orlando will also double to four days per week. Flights begin in October and November, with special introductory fares available through May 13.

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News Roundup

Local News

• Shallow conditions at Carolina Beach Inlet are causing navigation concerns, prompting the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to plan dredging operations to ensure safe passage for vessels. WWAY

• The Coast Guard is investigating multiple fake distress calls made from the Leland area, which can divert resources from real emergencies and pose risks to public safety. WECT

• TSA's first day of enforcing REAL ID requirements at Wilmington International Airport proceeded smoothly, with passengers showing high compliance and minimal delays reported. WECT

What You Should Know

• The Federal Reserve decided to maintain interest rates in May 2025, signaling a cautious approach amid economic uncertainties and inflation concerns. CNBC

• Pakistan’s defense chief has warned that nuclear war “could break out at any time” if India continues its military strikes, escalating fears of a catastrophic conflict between the two nuclear powers. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif issued the warning on Pakistani television as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif authorized retaliatory missile strikes and blamed India for igniting an “inferno” in the region. The Sun

What Might Surprise You

• Amazon unveiled high-tech robots designed to work alongside human employees in warehouses, aiming to improve efficiency and reduce physical strain on workers. Mirror

• A secretive UK government-backed project is exploring the possibility of dimming sunlight to combat global warming, a controversial geoengineering approach that raises ethical and environmental concerns. The Telegraph

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