Author: Annelyn Russ

Human Remains Discovered In Darlington County

An investigation has been opened into the cause and manner of the death.

Police presence was heavy in a certain area of Darlington County Wednesday. More than 10 police cars, EMS, and fire officials were on the scene along Johnson Road at Ruby Road on the Chesterfield County line. A driveway was blocked-off after human remains were found near a wooded area. Details remain extremely limited at this time as officials work to…

One Man Dies In An Horry County House Fire

HCFR crews responded to the home on Williamson Lake Circle around 8:30pm on Tuesday.

A home fire in Horry County resulted in the death of one man. HCFR crews responded to the home on Williamson Lake Circle around 8:30pm on Tuesday. Critical injuries were initially reported but it has now been confirmed that 61-year-old James Bryant died. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. HCFR and the Horry County Police Department…

Rockefeller Center’s Iconic Christmas Tree Is Shining In NYC!

50,000 multi-colored lights wrap the tree that that is topped with a Swarovski star crown featuring 3 million crystals.

New York City is going to be brighter than usual after the Rockefeller Center’s iconic Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony was held Wednesday. 50,000 multi-colored lights wrap the tree that that is topped with a Swarovski star crown featuring 3 million crystals. The 74-foot-tall tree was cut down last month in West Stockbridge, Massachusetts. It was then trucked to the Rockefeller…

Chipotle Announces Plans To Increase Menu Prices

This marks the first time in over a year the Mexican-fast-food chain decided to raise prices.

Chipotle announced it is raising menu prices. The current prices of each item will be increased by 2%. This marks the first time in over a year the Mexican-fast-food chain decided to raise prices. The 2% uptick will be applied to locations nationwide and was placed to offset inflation. Chipotle also acknowledged higher food costs that came as it responded…

Supreme Court Hears Arguments In Second Major Transgender Rights Case

Tennessee's governor approved legislation that blocks adults from helping minors receive gender-affirming care without parental consent.

The Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday in its second major transgender rights case. Tennessee’s governor approved legislation that blocks adults from helping minors receive gender-affirming care without parental consent. The law also bans adults from assisting minors with getting an abortion without parental consent. Both laws were set to go into effect in July before facing legal challenges. The court…

Two Kindergarteners In Critical Condition After California School Shooting

The gunman reportedly died at the scene from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.

A shooting unfolded at a school in California Wednesday. Around 1pm, a gunman opened fire at the Feather River Adventists school in the city of Palermo. Two kindergarteners ages five and six are in “extremely critical condition” after being shot. Both children are being treated at a trauma center in the Sacramento area. The gunman reportedly died at the scene…

Manhunt Underway For Suspect Of Fatal UHC CEO Shooting

Three live 9 mm rounds and three discharged 9 mm shell casings were recovered from the scene, including three that had the words deny, defend and depose on them.

A man-hunt is still underway for the gunman who shot and killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson Wednesday. The 50-year-old was shot several times shortly before 7am outside the Hilton Midtown Hotel in New York City. Thompson was not a guest at the Hilton but was staying in a separate hotel near-by. He was walking to the Hilton for a corporate…

Sensory Santa Event To Be Held At Coastal Grand Mall

The event will feature an inclusive, sensory-friendly experience created exclusively for families and children with autism.

A sensory friendly holiday event is set to be held at the Coastal Grand Mall. ‘Sensory Santa’ will be held in partnership with Champion Autism Network. The event will feature an inclusive, sensory-friendly experience created exclusively for families and children with autism. Attendees will get to visit with Santa in a low sensory environment in which mall music will be…

NMB To Host Annual Christmas Parade

There will be a contest in which all parade entries will be judged and prizes will be awarded.

North Myrtle Beach is set to host its annual Nighttime Christmas Parade. Everyone is invited to attend and enjoy the festive decorated floats and vehicles that will be representing groups from all around the area. There will be a contest in which all parade entries will be judged and prizes will be awarded. Judges and a special guest will be…

UNC Conducting Free Well Water Testing For Robeson Co. Residents

To be eligible you must live in Robeson or nearby counties and be over the age of 18.

Residents of Robeson County who use private wells can get their water tested for free. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is teaming up with the Lumbee Tribe and Winyah Rivers Alliance to conduct the free testing. Those interested can visit one of the designated locations to complete a short survey and collect a free testing kit. There…