We now know the name of a victim who died in result of a shooting in Horry County. Around 2:30am on Monday, police were called to the 4800 block of Highway 17 Bypass on reports of a shooting inside Klocker’s Tavern. Two people were injured in the incident. 43-year-old Jotham Simmons later died at a hospital from injuries he sustained…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has finalized a new rule. Over the next two years, the “ding” of the seat belt reminder will be required for rear and passenger seats, not just drivers. The new rule will also require enhanced warnings for driver seats. Front seat belt warning system requirements will go into effect by September 1 of 2026….
Former NFL player Michael Vick has been tapped to take on a head football coaching position. Vick was a star quarterback at Virginia Tech before he became the first African American quarterback to be drafted in the NFL first overall. He was selected by the Atlanta Falcons. Vick also became the first quarterback in the NFL to rush for a…
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission passed a new rule Tuesday regarding junk fees. The legislation applies to ticket sellers, hotels and vacation rental sites. Those businesses will now be required to disclose total prices and fees upfront. The rule requires service fees, resort fees and other charges typically added to booking to be included in advertised prices. The FTC passed…
Another delay is preventing the NASA astronauts stuck in space from coming home as scheduled again. Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore were the first to board Boeing’s Starliner that launched on June 5. The trip was initially meant to last about a week to 10 days. However, the Starliner experienced issues that prompted NASA to be concerned and resulted in…
Congress has approved a bipartisan bill to avoid a government shutdown. The deadline date was set for December 20. Now, the passed legislation is set to go into effect on Friday with a funding deadline scheduled for March 14. The new package features add-ons including a one-year farm bill extension, nearly $100 billion in disaster relief, around $10 billion in…
The man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare’s CEO has been charged with murder as an act of terrorism. 26-year-old Luigi Mangione was initially charged with murder in the killing of Brian Thompson, but the terror allegation is a new addition. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg said Thompson’s death on a Midtown Manhattan street was “a killing that was intended to evoke…
The town of Surfside Beach is set to host a few holiday events this weekend. The 7th annual Christmas Trolley of Lights is set to be held from 5-8pm on Friday. Three trollies will be running throughout the event to take guests around to view Christmas lights and decor around the town. There will be free cocoa, Christmas music and…
The head football coach of West Florence High School has announced his resignation. Monday Jody Jenerette revealed he will not return to lead the team next season. The coach took to social media to share his family has enjoyed the last seven years leading the Knights’ program, but the one-hour drive has taken its toll. Jenerette went on to express…
Officials have provided information on what led to a school lockdown. Blenheim Middle School of Discovery in Marlboro County was placed on a modified lockdown Monday. An incident involving a student and a home situation carried over to the school. The school said at no point was there any danger to the students or staff. However, the lockdown was placed…
