A Florence Police Officer shot an armed robbery suspect at a gas station on Monday night, officials said. Florence Police Chief Allen Heidler told WBTW that around 9:40 pm, a police officer saw an armed robbery in progress at Cruizers gas station More>>
Monday will be another hot and humid day with high temperatures topping out in the mid 90s across the Pee Dee and Grand Strand. The combination of temperatures in the 90s and dew points in the 70s will cause heat index values to climb above 100° for much of the afternoon. A Heat Advisory is in effect for coastal Horry and Georgetown counties until 6pmas heat indices may climb above 105°.A strong cold front will move in during the afternoon and evening hours, bringingwith it thechance for scat...More>>
One of the only two offshore casino ships in the Grand Strand closed down suddenly on Monday. SunCruz Casino, which sailed from Little River, “ceased all operations” on Monday, according to a message left on their business phone line. More>>
Governor Nikki Haley will be meeting with Atlantic Beach officials Tuesday morning. In May, she met with local leaders and said Bike Fest should end after this year's violence that coincided with the Memorial Day Bike Fest. During the May meeting, she privately met with several Horry County leaders including Myrtle Beach Mayor John Rhodes and Horry County Chairman Mark Lazarus. She was reportedly shown a five minute compilation of Bike Fest and Memorial Day Weekend clips found on YouTube. "I ...More>>
Monday evening, severe storms swept through Conway destroying one family’s home and leaving damage throughout the area.“This was my house. When I left this morning for work, it was still standing,” said Heather Marcum.Marcum arrived home to the remnants of what used to be her house.Her daughter, who lives across the street, told her over the phone her house had been destroyed by the storm“When I pulled up I was devastated I was screaming and yelling that everything is gone,” said Marcum.Even ...More>>
Kelly Messing and her baby... and an image of the Walmart where teh incident happened. (WNCT photos)
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A spokesperson for Walmart confirms an employee at one of its eastern North Carolina stores asked a breastfeeding mom to move to a toilet stall to feed her newborn.The confirmation comes after more than a dozen breastfeeding moms nursed in a Jacksonville Walmart oMore>>
Sumter County deputies are investigating a fatal accident that took the lives of a grandfather and his grandson on Sunday afternoon.Sumter Coroner Havrin Bullock More>>
A teenager from Brunswick County has been charged after deputies say he passed along a young girl's explicit photo that made it onto a social media website.On Friday, Detectives with the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Unit arrMore>>
Tuesday, July 29 2014 11:54 AM EDT2014-07-29 15:54:15 GMT
An ongoing investigation is underway after possible evidence pointing to a 'sextortion' case is uncovered in Horry County. News13 obtained the affidavit from Homeland Security that reveals agents are reviewing information from several Instagram accounts showing a (partially)nude 14-year-old girl from Michigan who was reportedly photographed while on a family vacation here in Horry County.The accounts showing theteen ina bathing suit andher underwearhave been traced back to a subscriber with a...
An ongoing investigation is underway after possible evidence pointing to a 'sextortion' case is uncovered in Horry County. News13 obtained the affidavit from Homeland Security that reveals agents are reviewing information from several Instagram accounts showing a (partially)nude 14-year-old girl from Michigan who was reportedly photographed while on a family vacation here in Horry County.The accounts showing theteen ina bathing suit andher underwearhave been traced back to a subscriber with a...
Tuesday, July 29 2014 11:17 AM EDT2014-07-29 15:17:19 GMT
Governor Nikki Haley will be meeting with Atlantic Beach officials Tuesday morning. In May, she met with local leaders and said Bike Fest should end after this year's violence that coincided with the Memorial Day Bike Fest. During the May meeting, she privately met with several Horry County leaders including Myrtle Beach Mayor John Rhodes and Horry County Chairman Mark Lazarus. She was reportedly shown a five minute compilation of Bike Fest and Memorial Day Weekend clips found on YouTube. "I ...
Governor Nikki Haley will be meeting with Atlantic Beach officials Tuesday morning. In May, she met with local leaders and said Bike Fest should end after this year's violence that coincided with the Memorial Day Bike Fest. During the May meeting, she privately met with several Horry County leaders including Myrtle Beach Mayor John Rhodes and Horry County Chairman Mark Lazarus. She was reportedly shown a five minute compilation of Bike Fest and Memorial Day Weekend clips found on YouTube. "I ...
Tuesday, July 29 2014 11:15 AM EDT2014-07-29 15:15:30 GMT
Horry County Fire Rescue worked to put out a house fireTuesday morning on Pine Village Drive in Myrtle Beach. Thefire off of Burcale Road, damaged the double wide mobile home. Smoke was pouring out of the roof when crews arrived on scene. They were able to getthe fire under control fairly quickly. No word if anyone was home at the time or the cause.
Horry County Fire Rescue worked to put out a house fireTuesday morning on Pine Village Drive in Myrtle Beach. Thefire off of Burcale Road, damaged the double wide mobile home. Smoke was pouring out of the roof when crews arrived on scene. They were able to getthe fire under control fairly quickly. No word if anyone was home at the time or the cause.
Tuesday, July 29 2014 9:27 AM EDT2014-07-29 13:27:15 GMT
Myrtle Beach is one of the top 10 buzziest beach destinations in the U.S., according to Yahoo Travel.Yahoo personnel canvassed sites like Tumblr, Facebook, Reddit, Twitter, WordPress and YouTube and then cross-referenced those findings with travel sites like TripAdvisor and Adobe Digital Index to help compile their top 10 listMyrtle Beach’s buzz centered on its stage shows and entertainment, adrenaline-fueled waterspo...
Myrtle Beach is one of the top 10 buzziest beach destinations in the U.S., according to Yahoo Travel.Yahoo personnel canvassed sites like Tumblr, Facebook, Reddit, Twitter, WordPress and YouTube and then cross-referenced those findings with travel sites like TripAdvisor and Adobe Digital Index to help compile their top 10 listMyrtle Beach’s buzz centered on its stage shows and entertainment, adrenaline-fueled waterspo...
Tuesday, July 29 2014 7:35 AM EDT2014-07-29 11:35:02 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) - Question: When will the bike trail be paved all the way to Georgetown? Answer: News13 contacted Jackie Broach with Georgetown County.
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) - Question: When will the bike trail be paved all the way to Georgetown? Answer: News13 contacted Jackie Broach with Georgetown County.
Tuesday, July 29 2014 6:44 AM EDT2014-07-29 10:44:05 GMT
Monday evening, severe storms swept through Conway destroying one family’s home and leaving damage throughout the area.“This was my house. When I left this morning for work, it was still standing,” said Heather Marcum.Marcum arrived home to the remnants of what used to be her house.Her daughter, who lives across the street, told her over the phone her house had been destroyed by the storm“When I pulled up I was devastated I was screaming and yelling that everything is gone,” said Marcum.Even ...
Monday evening, severe storms swept through Conway destroying one family’s home and leaving damage throughout the area.“This was my house. When I left this morning for work, it was still standing,” said Heather Marcum.Marcum arrived home to the remnants of what used to be her house.Her daughter, who lives across the street, told her over the phone her house had been destroyed by the storm“When I pulled up I was devastated I was screaming and yelling that everything is gone,” said Marcum.Even ...
Tuesday, July 29 2014 6:34 AM EDT2014-07-29 10:34:39 GMT
Hundreds of jobs should open up this fall on the north end of the strand at the new Coastal North Town Center. Phil Wilson, the developer, said 7 tenants are scheduled to open between mid September and the first week of October. That’s welcoming news for Anita Conti, who lives in the neighborhood next door. “Our complex will go up in value because a lot of people probably want to live here so they can walk to their jo...
Hundreds of jobs should open up this fall on the north end of the strand at the new Coastal North Town Center. Phil Wilson, the developer, said 7 tenants are scheduled to open between mid September and the first week of October. That’s welcoming news for Anita Conti, who lives in the neighborhood next door. “Our complex will go up in value because a lot of people probably want to live here so they can walk to their jo...
Monday, July 28 2014 10:32 PM EDT2014-07-29 02:32:45 GMT
Monday will be another hot and humid day with high temperatures topping out in the mid 90s across the Pee Dee and Grand Strand. The combination of temperatures in the 90s and dew points in the 70s will cause heat index values to climb above 100° for much of the afternoon. A Heat Advisory is in effect for coastal Horry and Georgetown counties until 6pmas heat indices may climb above 105°.A strong cold front will move in during the afternoon and evening hours, bringingwith it thechance for scat...
Monday will be another hot and humid day with high temperatures topping out in the mid 90s across the Pee Dee and Grand Strand. The combination of temperatures in the 90s and dew points in the 70s will cause heat index values to climb above 100° for much of the afternoon. A Heat Advisory is in effect for coastal Horry and Georgetown counties until 6pmas heat indices may climb above 105°.A strong cold front will move in during the afternoon and evening hours, bringingwith it thechance for scat...
Monday, July 28 2014 8:02 PM EDT2014-07-29 00:02:55 GMT
SunCruz Facebook page
One of the only two offshore casino ships in the Grand Strand closed down suddenly on Monday. SunCruz Casino, which sailed from Little River, “ceased all operations” on Monday, according to a message left on their business phone line.
One of the only two offshore casino ships in the Grand Strand closed down suddenly on Monday. SunCruz Casino, which sailed from Little River, “ceased all operations” on Monday, according to a message left on their business phone line.
Monday, July 28 2014 5:34 PM EDT2014-07-28 21:34:02 GMT
The National Weather Service advised people to avoid doing outdoor activities today, but there is still work to do. Quentin Holmes was landscaping on the side of Highway 17. He was drenched in sweat and it wasn't even noon."Sometimes there is a change of uniform and I have to get another shirt," said Holmes. Many people go for a swim in the ocean or stay indoors when the temperature outside feels like 100 degrees, but Holmes is forced to work through it so he can pay his bills. However, he ha...
The National Weather Service advised people to avoid doing outdoor activities today, but there is still work to do. Quentin Holmes was landscaping on the side of Highway 17. He was drenched in sweat and it wasn't even noon."Sometimes there is a change of uniform and I have to get another shirt," said Holmes. Many people go for a swim in the ocean or stay indoors when the temperature outside feels like 100 degrees, but Holmes is forced to work through it so he can pay his bills. However, he ha...
Tuesday, July 29 2014 10:04 AM EDT2014-07-29 14:04:40 GMT
A Florence Police Officer shot an armed robbery suspect at a gas station on Monday night, officials said. Florence Police Chief Allen Heidler told WBTW that around 9:40 pm, a police officer saw an armed robbery in progress at Cruizers gas station
A Florence Police Officer shot an armed robbery suspect at a gas station on Monday night, officials said. Florence Police Chief Allen Heidler told WBTW that around 9:40 pm, a police officer saw an armed robbery in progress at Cruizers gas station
Tuesday, July 29 2014 7:47 AM EDT2014-07-29 11:47:52 GMT
A Dillon County officer remains in the hospital after a deadly crash earlier this month.It happened on July 6th, near the Stables night club onHwy. 9in Little Rock.Investigators say Dillon City officer Jacob Richardson was responding to a county officer's request for mutual aid, when his car and another car collided.Pembroke resident Bobbie Britt was a passenger in the other vehicle.The 29-year-old mother died in the accident, four others in her vehicle went to the hospital.The situation Rich...
A Dillon County officer remains in the hospital after a deadly crash earlier this month.It happened on July 6th, near the Stables night club onHwy. 9in Little Rock.Investigators say Dillon City officer Jacob Richardson was responding to a county officer's request for mutual aid, when his car and another car collided.Pembroke resident Bobbie Britt was a passenger in the other vehicle.The 29-year-old mother died in the accident, four others in her vehicle went to the hospital.The situation Rich...
Tuesday, July 29 2014 12:03 AM EDT2014-07-29 04:03:18 GMT
But the number of people who return to South Carolina correctional facilities after release is on the decline, according to a new report released last month.
But the number of people who return to South Carolina correctional facilities after release is on the decline, according to a new report released last month.
Monday, July 28 2014 6:51 PM EDT2014-07-28 22:51:14 GMT
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Sumter County deputies are investigating a fatal accident that took the lives of a grandfather and his grandson on Sunday afternoon.Sumter Coroner Havrin Bullock
Sumter County deputies are investigating a fatal accident that took the lives of a grandfather and his grandson on Sunday afternoon.Sumter Coroner Havrin Bullock
Monday, July 28 2014 4:02 PM EDT2014-07-28 20:02:37 GMT
The Darlington County School District will hold a Fall Registration for our four-year-old Kindergarten classes. Parents are asked to bring the following information when registering their child: 1) Medicaid Card (if available); 2) Birth Certificate; 3) Current Immunization Record; 4) Social Security Card; and 5) Proof or Residence (utility bill, phone bill, property tax receipt, etc.). Parents who registered in the Spring will need to return to verify information. Hartsville registration for ...
The Darlington County School District will hold a Fall Registration for our four-year-old Kindergarten classes. Parents are asked to bring the following information when registering their child: 1) Medicaid Card (if available); 2) Birth Certificate; 3) Current Immunization Record; 4) Social Security Card; and 5) Proof or Residence (utility bill, phone bill, property tax receipt, etc.). Parents who registered in the Spring will need to return to verify information. Hartsville registration for ...
Monday, July 28 2014 2:52 PM EDT2014-07-28 18:52:26 GMT
The Darlington City Police Department is asking for information that may lead to the identity of two men who tried to rob people on Sunday, police said.
The Darlington City Police Department is asking for information that may lead to the identity of two men who tried to rob people on Sunday, police said.
Monday, July 28 2014 10:27 AM EDT2014-07-28 14:27:14 GMT
Johnny Walls
The Darlington City Police Department arrested Johnny Walls, 47, and charged him Friday with two counts of breaking into motor vehicles and two counts of possession of stolen goods. The subject is accused of breaking into several cars on Law Street. Several items belonging to the victims were found in the subject's possession. The Darlington Police Department is asking residents not to leave valuables visible in their vehicle and to always lock their vehicle doors.
The Darlington City Police Department arrested Johnny Walls, 47, and charged him Friday with two counts of breaking into motor vehicles and two counts of possession of stolen goods. The subject is accused of breaking into several cars on Law Street. Several items belonging to the victims were found in the subject's possession. The Darlington Police Department is asking residents not to leave valuables visible in their vehicle and to always lock their vehicle doors.
Sunday, July 27 2014 9:15 PM EDT2014-07-28 01:15:35 GMT
You didn't have to travel far to hear and to see what vendors at the 21st annual Pee Dee Deer Classic had to offer up."Birmingham is one of the biggest shows in the country, for example, last weekend. Folks that were there and that are here say there sales were pathetic. I had people that were here Friday had better sales on Friday than they did the entire weekend in Birmingham, Alabama,” said the show’s promoter Mike...
You didn't have to travel far to hear and to see what vendors at the 21st annual Pee Dee Deer Classic had to offer up."Birmingham is one of the biggest shows in the country, for example, last weekend. Folks that were there and that are here say there sales were pathetic. I had people that were here Friday had better sales on Friday than they did the entire weekend in Birmingham, Alabama,” said the show’s promoter Mike...
Sunday, July 27 2014 8:30 AM EDT2014-07-27 12:30:02 GMT
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) - Annie Ham, the Marketing Director at McCall Farms in Effingham, stopped by News 13 Sunday Morning to make "Bruce's Sweet Potato Bread" with Lauren and Andrew for Sunday Brunch.Glory Foods is holding a recipe contest that encourages children to eat more greens! It will give someone $500 for the best kid-friendly recipe that uses its canned greens. You can use collards, turnip greens, mustard greens, mixed greens, or kale.To enter head to the Glorry Food's Faceboo...
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) - Annie Ham, the Marketing Director at McCall Farms in Effingham, stopped by News 13 Sunday Morning to make "Bruce's Sweet Potato Bread" with Lauren and Andrew for Sunday Brunch.Glory Foods is holding a recipe contest that encourages children to eat more greens! It will give someone $500 for the best kid-friendly recipe that uses its canned greens. You can use collards, turnip greens, mustard greens, mixed greens, or kale.To enter head to the Glorry Food's Faceboo...
Saturday, July 26 2014 10:51 PM EDT2014-07-27 02:51:37 GMT
For those who enter the line at the Lumberton Christian Care Center and pull up a chair, they're guaranteed at least two things: hot meal and then a warm welcome."My first job when I was in school was washing dishes here and that was in 1959. I was in the 8th grade at that time,” mentioned Leroy Dixon, shelter manager.Once a hotel, for nearly 30 years the 100-year-old building has seen a lot of foot traffic, as many d...
For those who enter the line at the Lumberton Christian Care Center and pull up a chair, they're guaranteed at least two things: hot meal and then a warm welcome."My first job when I was in school was washing dishes here and that was in 1959. I was in the 8th grade at that time,” mentioned Leroy Dixon, shelter manager.Once a hotel, for nearly 30 years the 100-year-old building has seen a lot of foot traffic, as many d...
Tuesday, July 29 2014 11:22 AM EDT2014-07-29 15:22:21 GMT
A family beach outing during a couple's wedding anniversary trip takes a tragic turn in Venice, Florida. A father was killed and his 9-year-old daughter has now died after a plane made an emergency landing at the edge of the water.
A family beach outing during a couple's wedding anniversary trip takes a tragic turn in Venice, Florida. A father was killed and his 9-year-old daughter has now died after a plane made an emergency landing at the edge of the water.
Tuesday, July 29 2014 9:32 AM EDT2014-07-29 13:32:02 GMT
Debra Harrell
Debra Harrell of North Augusta, South Carolina is a shift manager at a local McDonald's. She admits she has brought her 9-year-old daughter to work with her and let her play on herlaptop during her shift. Harrell said she started allowing her daughter to play at a playground less than a mile from their home during her work shifts after the laptop was stolen from their home. Her mom gave her a cell phone and a key to her house. Then on June 30, a parent called police when she discovered the ch...
Debra Harrell of North Augusta, South Carolina is a shift manager at a local McDonald's. She admits she has brought her 9-year-old daughter to work with her and let her play on herlaptop during her shift. Harrell said she started allowing her daughter to play at a playground less than a mile from their home during her work shifts after the laptop was stolen from their home. Her mom gave her a cell phone and a key to her house. Then on June 30, a parent called police when she discovered the ch...
Tuesday, July 29 2014 7:08 AM EDT2014-07-29 11:08:18 GMT
Axel Kotowski
A man is accused of starting fire to his neighbor's home because he wasn't pleased with it's curb appeal.The Hernando County Sheriff's Office has arrested Axel Kotowski, 62, of Brooksville after police and fire crews responded to his neighborhood Monday around 3:35 a.m. for the report of a fire to the home of Laurie Davis on Edmonds Street.Upon arrival, Kotowski was standing outside Davis' home. He allegedly explained to deputies he's trying to sell his property and feels Davis' single-wide m...
A man is accused of starting fire to his neighbor's home because he wasn't pleased with it's curb appeal.The Hernando County Sheriff's Office has arrested Axel Kotowski, 62, of Brooksville after police and fire crews responded to his neighborhood Monday around 3:35 a.m. for the report of a fire to the home of Laurie Davis on Edmonds Street.Upon arrival, Kotowski was standing outside Davis' home. He allegedly explained to deputies he's trying to sell his property and feels Davis' single-wide m...
Tuesday, July 29 2014 7:02 AM EDT2014-07-29 11:02:43 GMT
David and Nancy Writebol (Photo: SIM.org)
A second American working in Liberia has tested positive for the Ebola virus, according to the Christian group with whom she works. Nancy Writebol, from Charlotte, was helping a missionary group that is treating Ebola patients in Monrovia, Liberia, when she contracted the deadly virus.Writebol and her husband David are employed by Serving in Mission, which has been working with Samaritan's Purse at the Ebola Consolidated Case Management Center? since the current outbreak began in March. The h...
A second American working in Liberia has tested positive for the Ebola virus, according to the Christian group with whom she works. Nancy Writebol, from Charlotte, was helping a missionary group that is treating Ebola patients in Monrovia, Liberia, when she contracted the deadly virus.Writebol and her husband David are employed by Serving in Mission, which has been working with Samaritan's Purse at the Ebola Consolidated Case Management Center? since the current outbreak began in March. The h...
Monday, July 28 2014 10:46 PM EDT2014-07-29 02:46:39 GMT
By Robert KittleWatchdog groups in South Carolina are worried that several recent state Supreme Court rulings and other actions are making the state more secretive, making it harder for you to follow your government.One Supreme Court ruling was that public bodies do not have to publish agendas ahead of time. "Without an advance agenda, they (the public) don't know what's going to be discussed at their school board or their county council or city council meeting, and very important issues, the...
By Robert KittleWatchdog groups in South Carolina are worried that several recent state Supreme Court rulings and other actions are making the state more secretive, making it harder for you to follow your government.One Supreme Court ruling was that public bodies do not have to publish agendas ahead of time. "Without an advance agenda, they (the public) don't know what's going to be discussed at their school board or their county council or city council meeting, and very important issues, the...
Monday, July 28 2014 10:29 PM EDT2014-07-29 02:29:11 GMT
Kelly Messing and her baby... and an image of the Walmart where teh incident happened. (WNCT photos)
A spokesperson for Walmart confirms an employee at one of its eastern North Carolina stores asked a breastfeeding mom to move to a toilet stall to feed her newborn.The confirmation comes after more than a dozen breastfeeding moms nursed in a Jacksonville Walmart o
A spokesperson for Walmart confirms an employee at one of its eastern North Carolina stores asked a breastfeeding mom to move to a toilet stall to feed her newborn.The confirmation comes after more than a dozen breastfeeding moms nursed in a Jacksonville Walmart o
Monday, July 28 2014 6:56 PM EDT2014-07-28 22:56:23 GMT
Shooting scene outside Northwoods Mall in North Charleston
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC - According to officials just before 12:30 p.m. officers were dispatched to the parking lot of Northwoods Mall near Books-A-Million in reference to a shooting.When police arrived at the scene they found a black male suffering from a gunshot wound.The victim told authorities that he came to the mall to pick up a friend and there was an altercation between the two resulting in the victim being shot.Witnesses say the suspect fled the area and may have gotten into an awaiting...
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC - According to officials just before 12:30 p.m. officers were dispatched to the parking lot of Northwoods Mall near Books-A-Million in reference to a shooting.When police arrived at the scene they found a black male suffering from a gunshot wound.The victim told authorities that he came to the mall to pick up a friend and there was an altercation between the two resulting in the victim being shot.Witnesses say the suspect fled the area and may have gotten into an awaiting...
Monday, July 28 2014 6:51 PM EDT2014-07-28 22:51:14 GMT
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Sumter County deputies are investigating a fatal accident that took the lives of a grandfather and his grandson on Sunday afternoon.Sumter Coroner Havrin Bullock
Sumter County deputies are investigating a fatal accident that took the lives of a grandfather and his grandson on Sunday afternoon.Sumter Coroner Havrin Bullock
Monday, July 28 2014 6:10 PM EDT2014-07-28 22:10:56 GMT
Yosemite National Park, CA, "Topless Tour" Instagram photo
A popular Instagram page is featuring a unique look at scenic locations around the world."The Topless Tour" encourages people to upload topless photos of themselves posing in scenic landscapes.
A popular Instagram page is featuring a unique look at scenic locations around the world."The Topless Tour" encourages people to upload topless photos of themselves posing in scenic landscapes.
Monday, July 28 2014 4:50 PM EDT2014-07-28 20:50:42 GMT
Perry and Redd and their home... Photos from WKRG..
Pensacola Police have arrested two people after their toddler died from burns to the body about 2 weeks before his parents sought treatment, authorities say. The child, Bryson Redd, was burned over more than 40 percent
Pensacola Police have arrested two people after their toddler died from burns to the body about 2 weeks before his parents sought treatment, authorities say. The child, Bryson Redd, was burned over more than 40 percent
Tuesday, July 29 2014 12:42 PM EDT2014-07-29 16:42:42 GMT
Hundreds of people will tell the Environmental Protection Agency what they think of proposed rules to cut pollution from power plants during public hearings Tuesday and Wednesday in Denver.
Hundreds of people across the country are telling the Environmental Protection Agency its new rules for power-plant pollution either go too far or not far enough.
Tuesday, July 29 2014 12:42 PM EDT2014-07-29 16:42:35 GMT
A Connecticut woman whose 15-month-old son died this month after her husband left him in a car on a hot day said Tuesday he is an amazing father and that she forgives him.
A Connecticut woman whose 15-month-old son died this month after her husband left him in a car on a hot day said Tuesday he is an amazing father and that she forgives him.
Tuesday, July 29 2014 12:20 PM EDT2014-07-29 16:20:02 GMT
The debate over immigration is quickly becoming a central issue in one of the nation's most closely watched governor's races - in Maine.
In the whitest U.S. state, thousands of miles from the Mexican border, the debate over immigration is becoming a central issue in one of the nation's most closely watched governor's races.
Tuesday, July 29 2014 12:15 PM EDT2014-07-29 16:15:17 GMT
More than 35 percent of Americans have debts and unpaid bills that have been reported to collection agencies, according to a study released Tuesday by the Urban Institute.
More than 35 percent of Americans have debts and unpaid bills that have been reported to collection agencies, according to a study released Tuesday by the Urban Institute.
Tuesday, July 29 2014 11:49 AM EDT2014-07-29 15:49:09 GMT
A federal prosecutor says the government will prove Virginia's former governor and his wife illegally lined their pockets with gifts from a businessman who sought their influence to promote his company.
A federal prosecutor says the government will prove Virginia's former governor and his wife illegally lined their pockets with gifts from a businessman who sought their influence to promote his company.
Tuesday, July 29 2014 11:49 AM EDT2014-07-29 15:49:05 GMT
They weren't castaways, but like the tourists on Gilligan's Island, a group of whale watchers expecting only a three-hour tour got much more after their boat was snagged by a mooring cable off Massachusetts...
They weren't castaways, but like the tourists on Gilligan's Island, a group of whale watchers expecting only a three-hour tour got much more after their boat was snagged by a mooring cable off Massachusetts and...
Tuesday, July 29 2014 11:21 AM EDT2014-07-29 15:21:44 GMT
The NCAA has agreed to settle a class-action head injury lawsuit by creating a $70 million fund to diagnose thousands of current and former college athletes to determine if they suffered brain trauma playing...
The NCAA agreed Tuesday to settle a class-action head-injury lawsuit by creating a $70 million fund to diagnose thousands of current and former college athletes to determine if they suffered brain trauma playing football,...
Tuesday, July 29 2014 11:21 AM EDT2014-07-29 15:21:40 GMT
Most of the 1,200 people driven to evacuate by a Northern California wildfire that destroyed 13 homes have been told they can safely return after a series of steady gains in the firefight.
Some firefighters battling a Northern California wildfire that destroyed nearly 20 homes and prompted evacuation orders for 1,200 people were being dispatched to other fires after making more gains against the blaze.
Tuesday, July 29 2014 9:10 AM EDT2014-07-29 13:10:09 GMT
Lake Huron's fish populations are bouncing back after a collapse of two key species more than a decade ago. But state biologists and industry leaders say many anglers remain unconvinced.
More than a decade after its prized chinook salmon crashed, Lake Huron is fertile fishing territory once more, with fast-growing populations of native species such as walleye and lake trout, biologists say. Now the...
Tuesday, July 29 2014 5:46 AM EDT2014-07-29 09:46:11 GMT
A California man who skipped town after being accused of molesting a boy was killed and three law enforcement officers trying to arrest him were wounded in a daytime shootout inside a small smoke shop in one of New...
A California man who skipped town after being accused of molesting a boy was killed and three law enforcement officers trying to arrest him were wounded in a daytime shootout inside a small smoke shop in one of New...
Friday, July 25 2014 7:03 PM EDT2014-07-25 23:03:53 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW)- Today, more than 200 local children and teenagers take part in programs at the Boys and Girls Club of the Grand Strand.But that wasn’t always the case, when the program was chartered in 1998, it only had two members. Those members were P.J. and O.T. Thompson. P.J. was 7-years-old when he joined but O.T. was only 4 and that’s something that almost stopped him from being able to join."I actually wasn't supposed to be here. I was too young but since they brought my bro...
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW)- Today, more than 200 local children and teenagers take part in programs at the Boys and Girls Club of the Grand Strand.But that wasn’t always the case, when the program was chartered in 1998, it only had two members. Those members were P.J. and O.T. Thompson. P.J. was 7-years-old when he joined but O.T. was only 4 and that’s something that almost stopped him from being able to join."I actually wasn't supposed to be here. I was too young but since they brought my bro...
Wednesday, July 23 2014 10:53 PM EDT2014-07-24 02:53:48 GMT
Around 800 middle and high school students from across the country traveled to Horry County this summer to make a difference in the community. It's part of a youth missions organization called "Team Effort,"
Around 800 middle and high school students from across the country traveled to Horry County this summer to make a difference in the community. It's part of a youth missions organization called "Team Effort,"
Monday, July 21 2014 6:28 PM EDT2014-07-21 22:28:59 GMT
Most people go to the gym with the goal to get fit.However, for ripped mom like Susanne Zavelle, a weight lifters paradise became a safe haven."I started lifting weights when I was 16 years old. I had a pretty tumultuous childhood, upbringing. So the gym became a pretty healthy way for me to escape that,” said Zavelle.5 years ago Susanne was hit with a series of injuries, starting with back complications."It had me la...
Most people go to the gym with the goal to get fit.However, for ripped mom like Susanne Zavelle, a weight lifters paradise became a safe haven."I started lifting weights when I was 16 years old. I had a pretty tumultuous childhood, upbringing. So the gym became a pretty healthy way for me to escape that,” said Zavelle.5 years ago Susanne was hit with a series of injuries, starting with back complications."It had me la...
Monday, July 21 2014 12:30 PM EDT2014-07-21 16:30:20 GMT
David Morrow, CEO of CresCom Bank, left, shakes hands with Dr. David DeCenzo, president of CCU, as Rod Gragg with the newly-named CresCom Bank Center for Military and Veterans Studies at CCU looks on during a naming ceremony Monday morning on campus.
CONWAY (WBTW) - Coastal Carolina University's Military and Veterans Studies Center is now the CresCom Bank Center for Military and Veterans Studies Center at Coastal Carolina University. It became official during a brief naming ceremony on campus Monday morning.It began in 2010, and the new naming rights are good for 10 years."The center is engaged in a variety of important activities related to the veterans community in South Carolina," said Dr. David DeCenzo, president of CCU, in prepared s...
CONWAY (WBTW) - Coastal Carolina University's Military and Veterans Studies Center is now the CresCom Bank Center for Military and Veterans Studies Center at Coastal Carolina University. It became official during a brief naming ceremony on campus Monday morning.It began in 2010, and the new naming rights are good for 10 years."The center is engaged in a variety of important activities related to the veterans community in South Carolina," said Dr. David DeCenzo, president of CCU, in prepared s...
Thursday, July 17 2014 7:58 AM EDT2014-07-17 11:58:31 GMT
There are thousandsof churches in South Carolina and one of the most unique ones is right here in Horry County. It's so unique, you may have never noticed it. Still, the Travelers Chapel is changing people from all over the country in aPositively Carolina way.If you don't know you're looking for it, you may never see it. TheTravelers Chapel, off Highway 501 near Conway, is one of the smallest churches in the country."A chiropractor in Conway at time, went to Washin...
There are thousandsof churches in South Carolina and one of the most unique ones is right here in Horry County. It's so unique, you may have never noticed it. Still, the Travelers Chapel is changing people from all over the country in aPositively Carolina way.If you don't know you're looking for it, you may never see it. TheTravelers Chapel, off Highway 501 near Conway, is one of the smallest churches in the country."A chiropractor in Conway at time, went to Washin...
Wednesday, July 16 2014 4:10 PM EDT2014-07-16 20:10:31 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (PRESS RELEASE) - Wellspring Church loves Myrtle Beach! Because of this, Wellspring is organizingits second Love Weekend of the year on July 25th-27th. Love Weekend provides a chance for individuals, families and businesses to partner with local community organizations that are making a difference on the Grand Strand. Wellspring has chosen 3 Community Partners for 2014: Myrtle Beach Primary School,Fostering Hope in Conway andNew Directions of Horry County Inc.(NDHC provides...
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (PRESS RELEASE) - Wellspring Church loves Myrtle Beach! Because of this, Wellspring is organizingits second Love Weekend of the year on July 25th-27th. Love Weekend provides a chance for individuals, families and businesses to partner with local community organizations that are making a difference on the Grand Strand. Wellspring has chosen 3 Community Partners for 2014: Myrtle Beach Primary School,Fostering Hope in Conway andNew Directions of Horry County Inc.(NDHC provides...
Wednesday, July 16 2014 11:02 AM EDT2014-07-16 15:02:40 GMT
The overall U.S. high school dropout rate stands at 10%, but the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services puts the rate among children in foster care at 50%.Less than 13% of foster children enroll in higher education, but Justin Abbasiis defying the odds. His family was torn apart in 2008, when his father was charged with involuntary manslaughter for the death of his mother. Him and his sister were placed into foster care less than 24 hours later."I was torn to pieces, I felt alone," said...
The overall U.S. high school dropout rate stands at 10%, but the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services puts the rate among children in foster care at 50%.Less than 13% of foster children enroll in higher education, but Justin Abbasiis defying the odds. His family was torn apart in 2008, when his father was charged with involuntary manslaughter for the death of his mother. Him and his sister were placed into foster care less than 24 hours later."I was torn to pieces, I felt alone," said...
Monday, July 14 2014 10:18 PM EDT2014-07-15 02:18:29 GMT
The Grand Strand's chapter of Merchant Marine veterans bears the name of its founder, the late Jack Schmidt
MYRTLE BEACH (WBTW) - When Jack Schmidt visited Arlington National Cemetery in November 2008 with a group of veterans from the Grand Strand, he paused to look over the neat rows of grave markers to reflect that maybe not every group of people who served their country in times of war was always represented there. Schmidt said he signed up for the Merchant Marines during World War II so that he wouldn't have to lie about his age (like so many others did to serve with the military). "You've got ...
MYRTLE BEACH (WBTW) - When Jack Schmidt visited Arlington National Cemetery in November 2008 with a group of veterans from the Grand Strand, he paused to look over the neat rows of grave markers to reflect that maybe not every group of people who served their country in times of war was always represented there. Schmidt said he signed up for the Merchant Marines during World War II so that he wouldn't have to lie about his age (like so many others did to serve with the military). "You've got ...
Wednesday, July 9 2014 5:20 AM EDT2014-07-09 09:20:40 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) - The Grand Strand Miracle League wraps up its summer soccer camp Wednesday. The group teamed up with the Myrtle Beach Mutiny to offer kids a chance to learn from the pros.The Miracle League started as a baseball league but expanded to add soccer in 2011. Since then organizers have teamed up with several local professional organizations to keep the kids active.7-year-old Christian Lynch is one of those kids. Christian has been a part of the Miracle League for two yea...
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) - The Grand Strand Miracle League wraps up its summer soccer camp Wednesday. The group teamed up with the Myrtle Beach Mutiny to offer kids a chance to learn from the pros.The Miracle League started as a baseball league but expanded to add soccer in 2011. Since then organizers have teamed up with several local professional organizations to keep the kids active.7-year-old Christian Lynch is one of those kids. Christian has been a part of the Miracle League for two yea...
Tuesday, July 8 2014 8:41 PM EDT2014-07-09 00:41:53 GMT
Its a small token of gratitude in exchange for a big deed. Quilts of Valor is an organization that makes quilts for eligible service members and veterans. Three World War II veterans at Covenant Towers Retirement Community in Myrtle Beach received quilts. Hazel Adams joined the navy in 1943. ArlineBurns served in the Army Nurse Corp and Andy Russo was in the Air Force. Russo just celebrated is 100th birthday and his wife Jeanne Russo describes him as a very proud military man. Adams rememers ...
Its a small token of gratitude in exchange for a big deed. Quilts of Valor is an organization that makes quilts for eligible service members and veterans. Three World War II veterans at Covenant Towers Retirement Community in Myrtle Beach received quilts. Hazel Adams joined the navy in 1943. ArlineBurns served in the Army Nurse Corp and Andy Russo was in the Air Force. Russo just celebrated is 100th birthday and his wife Jeanne Russo describes him as a very proud military man. Adams rememers ...
Tuesday, July 29 2014 11:57 AM EDT2014-07-29 15:57:55 GMT
Rats are on the rampage in the elegant garden of the Louvre Museum, so bold they romp onto the grass in broad daylight, defying death threats from sanitation workers and scaring tourists visiting the site.
Rats are on the rampage in the elegant garden of the Louvre Museum, so bold they romp onto the grass in broad daylight, defying sanitation workers and scaring tourists visiting the site.
Tuesday, July 29 2014 11:16 AM EDT2014-07-29 15:16:19 GMT
A former WWE champion known as Daniel Bryan chased two burglary suspects he saw exiting his Phoenix home this week and subdued one until officers arrived, investigators said.
A former WWE champion known as Daniel Bryan chased two burglary suspects he saw exiting his Phoenix home this week and subdued one until officers arrived, investigators said.
Tuesday, July 29 2014 2:45 AM EDT2014-07-29 06:45:07 GMT
For tourist Bruce Pasarow of Buena Park, California, leaving Illinois before seeing what's billed as the "World's Largest Bottle of Catsup" was not an option.
For tourist Bruce Pasarow of Buena Park, California, leaving Illinois before seeing what's billed as the "World's Largest Bottle of Catsup" was not an option.
Monday, July 28 2014 1:55 PM EDT2014-07-28 17:55:53 GMT
An Arizona strip club has endorsed a Democratic candidate for Congress. And the candidate, the Rev. Jarrett Maupin, says he's happy to have the support of The Great Alaskan Bush Company of Phoenix.
An Arizona strip club has endorsed a Democratic candidate for Congress. And the candidate, the Rev. Jarrett Maupin, says he's happy to have the support of The Great Alaskan Bush Company of Phoenix.
Tuesday, July 29 2014 10:04 AM EDT2014-07-29 14:04:40 GMT
A Florence Police Officer shot an armed robbery suspect at a gas station on Monday night, officials said. Florence Police Chief Allen Heidler told WBTW that around 9:40 pm, a police officer saw an armed robbery in progress at Cruizers gas station
A Florence Police Officer shot an armed robbery suspect at a gas station on Monday night, officials said. Florence Police Chief Allen Heidler told WBTW that around 9:40 pm, a police officer saw an armed robbery in progress at Cruizers gas station
Tuesday, July 29 2014 11:22 AM EDT2014-07-29 15:22:21 GMT
A family beach outing during a couple's wedding anniversary trip takes a tragic turn in Venice, Florida. A father was killed and his 9-year-old daughter has now died after a plane made an emergency landing at the edge of the water.
A family beach outing during a couple's wedding anniversary trip takes a tragic turn in Venice, Florida. A father was killed and his 9-year-old daughter has now died after a plane made an emergency landing at the edge of the water.
Monday, July 28 2014 8:02 PM EDT2014-07-29 00:02:55 GMT
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One of the only two offshore casino ships in the Grand Strand closed down suddenly on Monday. SunCruz Casino, which sailed from Little River, “ceased all operations” on Monday, according to a message left on their business phone line.
One of the only two offshore casino ships in the Grand Strand closed down suddenly on Monday. SunCruz Casino, which sailed from Little River, “ceased all operations” on Monday, according to a message left on their business phone line.
Monday, July 28 2014 6:56 PM EDT2014-07-28 22:56:23 GMT
Shooting scene outside Northwoods Mall in North Charleston
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC - According to officials just before 12:30 p.m. officers were dispatched to the parking lot of Northwoods Mall near Books-A-Million in reference to a shooting.When police arrived at the scene they found a black male suffering from a gunshot wound.The victim told authorities that he came to the mall to pick up a friend and there was an altercation between the two resulting in the victim being shot.Witnesses say the suspect fled the area and may have gotten into an awaiting...
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC - According to officials just before 12:30 p.m. officers were dispatched to the parking lot of Northwoods Mall near Books-A-Million in reference to a shooting.When police arrived at the scene they found a black male suffering from a gunshot wound.The victim told authorities that he came to the mall to pick up a friend and there was an altercation between the two resulting in the victim being shot.Witnesses say the suspect fled the area and may have gotten into an awaiting...
Monday, July 28 2014 10:32 PM EDT2014-07-29 02:32:45 GMT
Monday will be another hot and humid day with high temperatures topping out in the mid 90s across the Pee Dee and Grand Strand. The combination of temperatures in the 90s and dew points in the 70s will cause heat index values to climb above 100° for much of the afternoon. A Heat Advisory is in effect for coastal Horry and Georgetown counties until 6pmas heat indices may climb above 105°.A strong cold front will move in during the afternoon and evening hours, bringingwith it thechance for scat...
Monday will be another hot and humid day with high temperatures topping out in the mid 90s across the Pee Dee and Grand Strand. The combination of temperatures in the 90s and dew points in the 70s will cause heat index values to climb above 100° for much of the afternoon. A Heat Advisory is in effect for coastal Horry and Georgetown counties until 6pmas heat indices may climb above 105°.A strong cold front will move in during the afternoon and evening hours, bringingwith it thechance for scat...
Monday, July 28 2014 10:29 PM EDT2014-07-29 02:29:11 GMT
Kelly Messing and her baby... and an image of the Walmart where teh incident happened. (WNCT photos)
A spokesperson for Walmart confirms an employee at one of its eastern North Carolina stores asked a breastfeeding mom to move to a toilet stall to feed her newborn.The confirmation comes after more than a dozen breastfeeding moms nursed in a Jacksonville Walmart o
A spokesperson for Walmart confirms an employee at one of its eastern North Carolina stores asked a breastfeeding mom to move to a toilet stall to feed her newborn.The confirmation comes after more than a dozen breastfeeding moms nursed in a Jacksonville Walmart o
Monday, July 28 2014 4:50 PM EDT2014-07-28 20:50:42 GMT
Perry and Redd and their home... Photos from WKRG..
Pensacola Police have arrested two people after their toddler died from burns to the body about 2 weeks before his parents sought treatment, authorities say. The child, Bryson Redd, was burned over more than 40 percent
Pensacola Police have arrested two people after their toddler died from burns to the body about 2 weeks before his parents sought treatment, authorities say. The child, Bryson Redd, was burned over more than 40 percent
Tuesday, July 29 2014 7:08 AM EDT2014-07-29 11:08:18 GMT
Axel Kotowski
A man is accused of starting fire to his neighbor's home because he wasn't pleased with it's curb appeal.The Hernando County Sheriff's Office has arrested Axel Kotowski, 62, of Brooksville after police and fire crews responded to his neighborhood Monday around 3:35 a.m. for the report of a fire to the home of Laurie Davis on Edmonds Street.Upon arrival, Kotowski was standing outside Davis' home. He allegedly explained to deputies he's trying to sell his property and feels Davis' single-wide m...
A man is accused of starting fire to his neighbor's home because he wasn't pleased with it's curb appeal.The Hernando County Sheriff's Office has arrested Axel Kotowski, 62, of Brooksville after police and fire crews responded to his neighborhood Monday around 3:35 a.m. for the report of a fire to the home of Laurie Davis on Edmonds Street.Upon arrival, Kotowski was standing outside Davis' home. He allegedly explained to deputies he's trying to sell his property and feels Davis' single-wide m...
Monday, July 28 2014 6:51 PM EDT2014-07-28 22:51:14 GMT
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Sumter County deputies are investigating a fatal accident that took the lives of a grandfather and his grandson on Sunday afternoon.Sumter Coroner Havrin Bullock
Sumter County deputies are investigating a fatal accident that took the lives of a grandfather and his grandson on Sunday afternoon.Sumter Coroner Havrin Bullock
Tuesday, July 29 2014 6:44 AM EDT2014-07-29 10:44:05 GMT
Monday evening, severe storms swept through Conway destroying one family’s home and leaving damage throughout the area.“This was my house. When I left this morning for work, it was still standing,” said Heather Marcum.Marcum arrived home to the remnants of what used to be her house.Her daughter, who lives across the street, told her over the phone her house had been destroyed by the storm“When I pulled up I was devastated I was screaming and yelling that everything is gone,” said Marcum.Even ...
Monday evening, severe storms swept through Conway destroying one family’s home and leaving damage throughout the area.“This was my house. When I left this morning for work, it was still standing,” said Heather Marcum.Marcum arrived home to the remnants of what used to be her house.Her daughter, who lives across the street, told her over the phone her house had been destroyed by the storm“When I pulled up I was devastated I was screaming and yelling that everything is gone,” said Marcum.Even ...
Kershaw County deputies are looking for Yonique Evette Gaines, 33, who also goes by the name Yonique Sumpter. Officers say she was first reported missing July 12.
Kershaw County deputies are looking for Yonique Evette Gaines, 33, who also goes by the name Yonique Sumpter. Officers say she was first reported missing July 12.
Despite her young age, Kierstin Eaddy is leaving behind quite a legacy – she was a straight-A student, a track athlete, a Girl Scout and volunteered helping children with disabilities.
Despite her young age, Kierstin Eaddy is leaving behind quite a legacy – she was a straight-A student, a track athlete, a Girl Scout and volunteered helping children with disabilities.
SunCruz Facebook page
Kelly Messing and her baby... and an image of the Walmart where teh incident happened. (WNCT photos)
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