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Local News

• North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey has been released from the hospital following heart surgery. He is expected to resume his duties soon, reassuring residents about his ongoing commitment to the state’s insurance policies. Source: WUNC

• UNCW alumna Abby Crofton has signed a six-figure, two-book deal with Penguin Random House. Her upcoming novels are expected to draw on her Wilmington roots and past experiences as a student at the university. Source: The Seahawk

• Local nonprofits in Wilmington are feeling the strain of recent federal policy changes, with some organizations reporting financial uncertainty due to shifts in government funding. Community leaders are working to adapt and find alternative support to continue their missions. Source: WilmingtonBiz

What you should know

• Global cryptocurrency markets have shed over $800 billion in recent weeks as enthusiasm fades following Trump’s election victory last year. Bitcoin’s value dropped 15% over the past month, falling to $85,600, while other tokens have suffered even greater losses amid a broader sell-off in risk assets and the shock of the largest-ever crypto theft. Source: Archive

• Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa, and their dog were found dead in their New Mexico home on February 26, 2025, with authorities stating that foul play is not suspected, though the cause of death remains under investigation. Source: AP News

• Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi has confirmed that a trove of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents will be released today. The files are expected to shed light on high-profile individuals connected to the case. Source: Times of India

What might surprise you

• Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering a UnitedHealthcare CEO, has pleaded with his supporters to stop overwhelming him with photos and letters while he’s held in a Brooklyn jail, as his case continues to draw significant attention and a cult-like following. Source: The Mirror US

• The Pentagon has unveiled the first image captured by its secretive X-37B space plane, revealing a surprising elliptical orbit that has intrigued experts, marking a rare glimpse into the craft’s mysterious operations. Source: Xataka On

National News

• Vivek Ramaswamy has officially launched his 2026 bid for Ohio governor, marking his first run for state office after his 2024 presidential campaign. His platform focuses on economic growth, deregulation, and combating what he calls “woke ideology.” Source: Ohio Capital Journal

• A Southwest Airlines jet skidded off the runway at Chicago Midway Airport, sparking an emergency response. No injuries were reported, but the incident caused flight delays and reignited concerns about the airport’s runway safety. Source: The Sun

• The Supreme Court is hearing a case that could redefine state involvement in foreign aid, specifically regarding how state governments can restrict USAID funding. The decision could impact international programs supported by the U.S. government. Source: CNN

• Ozzy Osbourne is the subject of a new documentary covering his health struggles and his final performance with Black Sabbath. The film explores his resilience through years of medical issues and what may be his last chapter in music. Source: Variety

World News

• A French surgeon is on trial for allegedly sexually abusing hundreds of children, in what could be one of France’s largest child abuse cases. Prosecutors say he used his position to prey on young patients, with evidence spanning decades. Source: NPR

• Taiwan has detained a Chinese ship suspected of damaging undersea communication cables, a move that could escalate tensions with Beijing. The cables provide crucial internet and communication links for Taiwan’s outlying islands. Source: CNN

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Weather

Summary

Wilmington, NC, will see a pleasant Thursday with sunny skies giving way to showers by evening as a cold front approaches, cooling things down for Friday. Saturday brings clear, crisp weather. Tides strengthen daily with the lunar cycle, peaking Saturday morning. Surf conditions improve Friday with a NE swell providing clean waves, while Thursday and Saturday offer smaller, choppier sets due to shifting winds.

Weather Forecast

• Thu 27: Partly Sunny, Showers Late | 66° / 42° | 50% | SW 10-20 mph

• Fri 28: Mostly Sunny | 58° / 38° | 10% | N 10-15 mph

• Sat 29: Sunny | 56° / 36° | 5% | NW 5-10 mph

Tide Forecast

Thu 27

• 6:32 AM: 4.5 ft (High Tide)

• 12:54 PM: -0.6 ft (Low Tide)

• 6:44 PM: 3.8 ft (High Tide)

• 1:08 AM: -0.7 ft (Low Tide)

Fri 28

• 7:17 AM: 4.6 ft (High Tide)

• 1:39 PM: -0.6 ft (Low Tide)

• 7:30 PM: 3.9 ft (High Tide)

Sat 1

• 8:03 AM: 4.7 ft (High Tide)

• 2:24 PM: -0.6 ft (Low Tide)

• 8:17 PM: 4.0 ft (High Tide)

Surf Forecast

• Thu 27: 2-4 ft waves, NE swell, N wind 10-20 mph, good, clean waves

• Fri 28: 1-3 ft waves, E swell, NW wind 10-15 mph, fair-good, clean early

• Sat 1: 1-2 ft waves, E swell, W wind 5-10 mph, fair, small but clean

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