Author: Annelyn Russ

Epa
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EPA Establishes Limits For “Forever Chemicals” In Drinking Water

The agency suggests, water systems should aim to eliminate the chemicals all together. It believes there is no safe level of exposure.
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For the first time, the Environmental Protection Agency has established national limits for six types of “forever chemicals” in drinking water. The substances known as PFAS are barely degradable and are nearly impossible to destroy, so they can linger permanently in air, water and soil. The chemicals have been associated with a higher risk of certain cancers, heart disease, high…

Arizona
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Arizona Supreme Court Rules State Must Abide By Century-Old Abortion Law

Enforcement of the law has been delayed for 14 days as it could face legal challenges, including whether it is constitutional.
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The Arizona Supreme Court ruled Tuesday the state must abide by an abortion law dating back to 1864. The law was codified in 1901 and bans nearly all abortions. It also carries a prison sentence of two to five years and fines for abortion providers. The legislation comes with exceptions when the action is necessary to save a woman’s life….

Parents
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Parents Of Oxford School Shooting Each Sentenced To 10-15 Years

Ethan's parents James and Jennifer Crumbley were charged in December of 2021 with involuntary manslaughter for failing to secure the handgun he used in the shooting.
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The parents of the Oxford High School shooter were sentenced Tuesday. In November of 2021, Ethan Crumbley, armed with a 9mm semi-automatic handgun, murdered four students and injured seven people. He was sentenced to life without possibility of parole plus an additional 24 years. Ethan’s parents James and Jennifer Crumbley were charged in December of 2021 with involuntary manslaughter for…

Restaurants
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Myrtle Beach Downtown Alliance To Host Three Restaurant Tours

The 'Taste of Broadway' is the first series which is set to be held next Tuesday from 5-8pm.
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The Myrtle Beach Downtown Alliance is set to host a tour of several restaurants next week. There will be three Discover Downtown Dining events that aim to showcase restaurants, as well as promote the walk-ability of Downtown Myrtle Beach. The ‘Taste of Broadway’ is the first series which is set to be held next Tuesday from 5-8pm. Stops in this…

Resort
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Ribbon Cutting Held For New Oceanfront Resort In Myrtle Beach

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for Holiday Inn Club Vacations' Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort.
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A new oceanfront resort opened its doors in Myrtle Beach Monday. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for Holiday Inn Club Vacations’ Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort. The new 152-villa resort is located on South Ocean Boulevard. It features direct access to the beach along with an activity lawn, a multi-level pool, fitness center, a Grab’N’Go Marketplace with indoor and outdoor…

Suspect
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Darlington Co. Authorities Need Help Identifying Two Suspects Of Armed Robbery

The suspects were allegedly armed with a rifle and a handgun.
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Darlington County authorities are requesting the public’s help with identifying two armed robbery suspects. The incident occurred just after midnight on Sunday. The suspects entered Rambo’s bar located along Timmonsville Highway. They were allegedly armed with a rifle and a handgun and are accused of demanding money. Anyone who can provide any information is urged to call the Darlington County…

Wanted
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Robeson Co. Police Search For Suspect Of Homicide Investigation

20-year-old Chase Locklear is wanted for first degree murder, discharging a weapon into an occupied vehicle and more.
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Robeson County police are searching for a man wanted in connection to a homicide investigation. Monday afternoon, deputies responded to the 900 block of Beam Road. Upon arrival, 33-year-old Brandigan Hunt was found dead inside a vehicle. The investigation determined that he was killed on Holly Swamp Church Road. 20-year-old Chase Locklear is wanted for first degree murder, discharging a…

Uconn
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UConn Beats Purdue To Win NCAA’s Men’s Basketball Championship

UConn has now become only the eighth team in NCAA Men's Basketball history to win back-to-back National Championships.
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UConn won the NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship Monday night. The team defeated Purdue 75-60 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. UConn has now become only the eighth team in NCAA Men’s Basketball history to win back-to-back National Championships following its victory last season against San Diego State. This also marks UConn’s sixth National Championship overall.

Student
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Biden Announces New Student Loan Forgiveness Plan

The president said the plan would focus in large part on 25 million borrowers with so-called "runaway interest."
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President Biden announced Monday, a new student loan plan that would forgive debt for millions of Americans. The president said the plan would focus in large part on 25 million borrowers with so-called “runaway interest.” Those borrowers owe more money now than from the start of repayment. The plan would cancel up to $20,000 of the amount a borrowers’ balance…

Johnson
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Rep. Marjorie Greene Threatens To Oust Mike Johnson As House Speaker

It's unclear if Greene will activate her resolution to oust Johnson, which would then force the House to vote on it within two legislative days.
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Mike Johnson’s position as House Speaker is under threat. The House is back in session Tuesday after a two-week-long Easter recess. Upon returning, Johnson’s position is under threat after fellow Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene filed a motion to oust him just months after he took on the role. The Georgia Republican filed a motion to vacate Johnson just before…

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