Annelyn Russ, Author at WFXB

The FDA Voted A Drug For Alzheimer’s Is Showing ‘Clinical Benefit’

If Lecanemab receives full FDA approval, it will provide broader coverage, meaning patients could get greater access to the treatment.

June 12, 2023

Annelyn Russ,

The FDA voted unanimously in agreement that a new drug is showing ‘clinical benefit’ for the treatment of Alzheimer’s. Lecanemab is a monoclonal antibody sold under the brand name Leqembi. It is one of the first dementia drugs that appears to slow the progression of cognitive decline. Though there were some safety concerns with certain side-effects, the FDA approved the…

A Report Alleges That Tesla’s Autopilot Mode Is Unsafe

Safety experts said that Tesla's $15 thousand system is "falling far short of delivering on the car-maker's promise of vehicles that can drive themselves."

June 12, 2023

Annelyn Russ,

A report has been filed targeting the safety of Tesla’s Autopilot mode. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that 736 crashes of Teslas with Autopilot have occurred since 2019. At least seventeen people died in those accidents. Safety experts say the increase in crashes is related to the expanded roll-out of ‘Full Self Driving’ technology. Safety experts also said…

JPMorgan Reaches Settlement In Jeffrey Epstein Victims Case

Epstein was arrested in 2019 and soon after died while detained, his death was ruled a suicide.

June 12, 2023

Annelyn Russ,

JPMorgan Chase has settled a class action lawsuit from Jeffrey Epstein’s sexual abuse victims. The victims accused the bank of enabling sex trafficking by the deceased financier when he was a client. The bank has reached an agreement in principle to settle the putative lawsuit related to Epstein’s crimes. The agreement is subject to court approval and the amount of…

Trump Has Been Indicted In Connection To Discovery Of Classified Documents

The case pits the federal government against Trump and marks the beginning of a legal process that comes amid his attempt to get back in office as he is in the midst of his presidential campaign.

June 12, 2023

Annelyn Russ,

Former President Donald Trump is facing his second indictment in connection to the documents discovered at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida. This is Trump’s first federal indictment on 37 counts for retention of classified documents and conspiracy with a top aide to hide them from the government and his own attorneys. The case pits the federal government against Trump and…

A Portion Of I-95 In The Philadelphia Area Collapsed Following A Vehicle Fire

The portion of I-95 is expected to remain shut down for an extended period of time.

June 12, 2023

Annelyn Russ,

A portion of Interstate 95 collapsed in the Philadelphia area following a large vehicle fire. First responders were called to the off-ramp of I-95 around 6:30a.m.. Flames were coming from a vehicle underneath the overpass and one vehicle was trapped underneath the collapsed roadway. Officials are still working to identify any individual or individuals who may have been caught in…

A New York Block Party Resulted In Multiple People Injured

The block party was advertised through social media, but no permit was issued nor had streets been blocked off which meant officials were unaware of the event.

June 12, 2023

Annelyn Russ,

Early Sunday morning, several people were injured at a party in Syracuse, New York. Officers responded to shots fired just after midnight. Upon arrival, police discovered a crowd of ‘hundreds’ of people. At least 13 people were injured. Four of which were shot, five were stabbed, and four were struck by vehicles while fleeing the scene. The 13 known victims…

Things To Know During CCMF Weekend

Residents and visitors are urged to stay aware and alert of traffic changes and keep in mind the excessive crowds that will be in the area throughout the weekend.

June 8, 2023

Annelyn Russ,

CCMF officially kicks off Thursday afternoon in downtown Myrtle Beach and you may want to be prepared whether you’re attending the festival or just out and about. Rideshare pick-up and drop-off will be on Chester Street between Joe White and 12th Avenue. Parking pass holders can park their cars at the old Myrtle Beach mall on North Oak Street. Parking…

Free Parking Will Remain Available In Conway City Limits

The leaders decided against funding parking meters and they are now exploring other options to enforce the current free two-hour parking.

June 8, 2023

Annelyn Russ,

Conway City Council approved its nearly $80 million budget, but did not include the controversial plan to add parking meters downtown. City leaders decided to discuss reinstating paid parking in its budget after receiving complaints from residents that were threatened with paid parking in the Conway city limits. The leaders decided against funding parking meters and they are now exploring…

A Couple Convicted For Kidnapping Attempted To Overturn Their Rulings

The S.C. Court of Appeals established that there was enough evidence to prove their guilt.

June 8, 2023

Annelyn Russ,

The S.C. Court of Appeals has up-held the convictions and sentences for Sidney and Tammy Moorer. The couple received 30-year prison sentences for their role in the 2013 disappearance of Heather Elvis. Elvis was last seen on December 18th in 2013 after leaving home to go on a date. Her car was found two days later abandoned at Peachtree Landing…

Coroner Identifies Inmate That Died At J. Reuben Long

No foul play is suspected at this time, but in accordance with detention center protocol, SLED is investigating.

June 8, 2023

Annelyn Russ,

An inmate at the J. Reuben Long Detention Center was discovered unresponsive in his cell and was pronounced dead after being taken to a hospital. An officer at the detention center noticed 41-year-old Crystal Page was unresponsive in his cell around 2:15p.m. on Monday. The officer alerted medical personnel who initiated life-saving measures and called EMS. Page was pronounced dead…

Author: Annelyn Russ

The FDA Voted A Drug For Alzheimer’s Is Showing ‘Clinical Benefit’

If Lecanemab receives full FDA approval, it will provide broader coverage, meaning patients could get greater access to the treatment.

A Report Alleges That Tesla’s Autopilot Mode Is Unsafe

Safety experts said that Tesla's $15 thousand system is "falling far short of delivering on the car-maker's promise of vehicles that can drive themselves."

JPMorgan Reaches Settlement In Jeffrey Epstein Victims Case

Epstein was arrested in 2019 and soon after died while detained, his death was ruled a suicide.

Trump Has Been Indicted In Connection To Discovery Of Classified Documents

The case pits the federal government against Trump and marks the beginning of a legal process that comes amid his attempt to get back in office as he is in the midst of his presidential campaign.

A Portion Of I-95 In The Philadelphia Area Collapsed Following A Vehicle Fire

The portion of I-95 is expected to remain shut down for an extended period of time.

A New York Block Party Resulted In Multiple People Injured

The block party was advertised through social media, but no permit was issued nor had streets been blocked off which meant officials were unaware of the event.

Things To Know During CCMF Weekend

Residents and visitors are urged to stay aware and alert of traffic changes and keep in mind the excessive crowds that will be in the area throughout the weekend.

Free Parking Will Remain Available In Conway City Limits

The leaders decided against funding parking meters and they are now exploring other options to enforce the current free two-hour parking.

A Couple Convicted For Kidnapping Attempted To Overturn Their Rulings

The S.C. Court of Appeals established that there was enough evidence to prove their guilt.

Coroner Identifies Inmate That Died At J. Reuben Long

No foul play is suspected at this time, but in accordance with detention center protocol, SLED is investigating.

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Author: Annelyn Russ

If Lecanemab receives full FDA approval, it will provide broader coverage, meaning patients could get greater access to the treatment.

Safety experts said that Tesla's $15 thousand system is "falling far short of delivering on the car-maker's promise of vehicles that can drive themselves."

Epstein was arrested in 2019 and soon after died while detained, his death was ruled a suicide.

The case pits the federal government against Trump and marks the beginning of a legal process that comes amid his attempt to get back in office as he is in the midst of his presidential campaign.

The portion of I-95 is expected to remain shut down for an extended period of time.

The block party was advertised through social media, but no permit was issued nor had streets been blocked off which meant officials were unaware of the event.

Residents and visitors are urged to stay aware and alert of traffic changes and keep in mind the excessive crowds that will be in the area throughout the weekend.

The leaders decided against funding parking meters and they are now exploring other options to enforce the current free two-hour parking.

The S.C. Court of Appeals established that there was enough evidence to prove their guilt.

No foul play is suspected at this time, but in accordance with detention center protocol, SLED is investigating.

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