Author: Annelyn Russ

S.C. Supreme Court To Hear Alex Murdaugh’s Appeal For Murder Conviction

The former lawyer was convicted of killing his wife and son in a case that gained national attention.

The South Carolina Supreme Court has agreed to hear Alex Murdaugh’s jury tampering appeal. The order means the case will head straight to the high court versus going through the lengthy court of appeals process. The state Supreme Court could overturn a judge’s decision that denied Murdaugh’s attempt to get a new murder trial earlier this year. The former lawyer…

Officials Warn Bucksport Residents Of Possible Flooding

The notice added bags should be packed in case you need to evacuate quickly at anytime of the day or night.

Horry County officials are attempting to mitigate flooding in Bucksport. A notice was sent out warning residents that flooding may occur if conditions change or river forecasts evolve. The notice added bags should be packed in case you need to evacuate quickly at anytime of the day or night. It was said residents should prepare as if they were going…

Lake City Officials Pass A Hate Crime Ordinance

The new ordinance puts Lake City in line with the City of Conway and Florence who each passed similar laws.

Lake City passed a hate crime ordinance this week. The ordinance was passed unanimously after a second reading. This means an individual with a separate offense could be charged if there is intent to intimidate another person or persons due to their race, color, religion, gender, disabilities, or any description of themselves. If charged, an individual could face up to…

Suspect Sentenced For Making Bomb Threat Against Carolina Forest High

The suspect was ordered not to have contact with Horry County Schools and his supervision will be transferred to Louisiana.

A man has now been sentenced in connection to a bomb threat made against Carolina Forest High School in April. 19-year-old Trenton Brown of Baton Rouge, pleaded guilty to first-offense making a bomb threat or conveying false information regarding a bomb threat. He admitted to calling the school and the Myrtle Beach Police Department to report the threat several times…

Four-Vehicle Crash Leaves One Dead And Five Others Injured

The four vehicles included a 2002 Toyota Tundra, 2021 Nissan Rogue, 2017 Toyota Corolla and a 2010 F-350 pulling a trailer.

A crash involving several cars resulted in the death of one person. The incident occurred Wednesday afternoon near mile marker 170 along I-95 North in Florence County. The four vehicles included a 2002 Toyota Tundra, 2021 Nissan Rogue, 2017 Toyota Corolla and a 2010 F-350 pulling a trailer. The driver of the Nissan died as a result of the crash….

Darlington Co. Police Ask For Help Locating A Missing Man

19-year-old Saul Moses was last seen on Tuesday off of Wesley Church Road.

Darlington County police are asking for the public’s help locating a missing man. 19-year-old Saul Moses was last seen on Tuesday off of Wesley Church Road. He was reportedly wearing a grey shirt, black shorts and Crocs. Anyone with information on Moses’ whereabouts is urged to contact Darlington County authorities.

President Of Columbia University Resigns

Dr. Minouche Shafik's announcement comes months after she was criticized for her handling of anti-Semitism on campus and protests.

The president of Columbia University has stepped down effective immediately. Dr. Minouche Shafik’s announcement comes months after she was criticized for her handling of anti-Semitism on campus and protests in response to the war between Israel and Hamas. She said it has been an honor and privilege to lead the institution, but it has also been difficult to overcome divergent…

WHO Declares Global Emergency Due To Mpox Outbreak In Africa

"This is something that should concern us all and the potential for further spread within Africa and beyond is worrying."

The World Health Organization has declared a global emergency due to a Monkeypox outbreak. The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced earlier this week that the outbreaks were a public health emergency. The agency added Mpox has been detected in 13 countries this year and over 96% of them are in The Congo. There has been over 14,000…

Death Toll In Gaza Surpasses 40,000 As Ceasefire Negotiations Continue

The mediators have spent months attempting to get both sides to agree to a three-phase plan.

The death toll in Gaza has climbed to over 40,000 due to the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. The United States, Qatar and Egypt are set to meet with an Israeli delegation to continue discussing the possibility of a ceasefire. Hamas accuses Israel of adding new demands to a previous proposal that had U.S. and international support. A ceasefire…

Gov. Tim Walz And Sen. JD Vance To Participate In VP Debate

The debate is set to be held on October 1 in New York City.

A vice presidential debate is set for October. Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance have agreed to participate in the debate which would be held on October 1 in New York City. The debate will be moderated by “CBS Evening News.” Vance said, “The American people deserve as many debates as possible.” He added, “Not only do I accept…