Author: Annelyn Russ

Homicide Investigation Opened After Teenager Shot And Killed

The incident occurred on Meadowbrook Drive off McIver Road.

An investigation was opened after an 18-year-old was shot and killed in Darlington County. Early Sunday morning, Damon Jackson Jr. died during the shooting. The incident occurred on Meadowbrook Drive off McIver Road. Jackson was pronounced dead at the scene at 5:30am. The death was ruled a homicide and an autopsy has been scheduled for later this week. Details remain…

Robeson County Police Need Help Identifying Suspects In Shooting Case

One is in critical condition and the other was treated for injuries believed to be non-life threatening.

The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help in identifying three suspects involved in a shooting incident. Around 5am on Saturday, deputies responded to the 2000 block of Lombardy Village Road. Upon arrival, a 38-year-old and a 29-year-old were found suffering from gunshot wounds. Both were transported to a hospital. One is in critical condition and the other was…

Super Bowl LVIII Matchup Selected After Championship Games

The Kansas City Chiefs are headed to the big game for the fourth time in five years after defeating the Baltimore Ravens 17-10 in the AFC Championship Game Sunday.

The official matchup for the Super Bowl LVIII has been set. The Kansas City Chiefs are headed to the big game for the fourth time in five years after defeating the Baltimore Ravens 17-10 in the AFC Championship Game Sunday. The San Francisco 49ers’ 34-31 win against the Detroit Lions in the NFC Championship Game secured their chance to win…

USA Hockey Mandates Neck Guards For Players Under The Age Of 18

The decision comes three months after American Adam Johnson died after taking a skate blade to the neck during a game in the Elite Ice Hockey League.

USA Hockey is forcing new rules after a tragic accident. USA Hockey is now mandating neck laceration protection for all players under the age of 18. The new rule is set to take effect on August 1st. The decision comes three months after American Adam Johnson died after taking a skate blade to the neck during a game in the…

Tax Filing Season Officially Kicks Off

Taxpayers have until April 15th to file without an extension.

Tax filing season officially kicks off Monday. The IRS has started accepting and processing 2023 federal tax returns. Taxpayers have until April 15th to file without an extension. You can file forms electronically or mail a paper return to the agency. The IRS generally issues refunds within three weeks after returns are electronically filed, even faster if you choose direct…

Trump To Pay $83.3 Million In Defamation Trial Verdict

The former president has vowed to appeal the decision and claimed it is "Absolutely ridiculous!" and "Our legal system is out of control, and being used as a political weapon."

A jury has ordered Donald Trump to pay millions in a sexual assault and defamation verdict. The jury awarded $83.3 million to E. Jean Carroll for Trump’s continued social media attacks against the columnist over her claims that he sexually assaulted her in a department store dressing room in 1996. The former president has vowed to appeal the decision and…

Six Injured After American Airlines Flight Makes “Hard Landing” In Hawaii

Out of the 167 passengers and seven crew members, five flight attendants and one passenger were transported to a hospital to be treated for injuries believed to be non-life threatening.

Six people were injured when an American Airlines flight was forced to make a “hard landing” in Hawaii. Shortly after 2pm on Saturday, the Maui Police Department received a central dispatch call regarding the incident that occurred at the Kahului Airport. American Airlines flight 271 experienced an issue upon landing after flying in from Los Angeles. Out of the 167…

Drone Strike In Jordan Kills Three Troops And Left Many Others Injured

President Biden warned the U.S. will respond and "hold all those responsible to account at a time and in a manner of our choosing."

Three U.S. troops were killed and over 30 others were injured in an overnight drone attack in the Middle East. The large drone struck a logistics support base in Jordan known as Tower 22. It is located along the Syrian border and is used by troops involved in the advise-and-assist mission for Jordanian forces. The drone reportedly hit near the…

Joan England’s 10th Annual ‘PROMises’ Now Collecting Donations

Georgetown High School has been selected as this year's donation recipient.

Joan England’s 10th annual ‘PROMises’ is now collecting donations. Each year the organization provides prom gear for high school students along the Grand Strand, such as gently used gowns, shoes and accessories. This year, they are also collecting shirts, suits and tuxedos. Georgetown High School has been selected as this year’s donation recipient. Anyone interested in donating can drop their…

North Myrtle Beach’s Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar To Move Locations

An opening date has not been set for the new location but the shop's current one will remain open in the meantime.

The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar in North Myrtle Beach is getting ready to move locations. The eatery is currently located inside 810 Billiards and Bowling. However, it is set to soon relocate to the former spot of BurgerFi at 801 Main Street. An opening date has not been set for the new location but the shop’s current one will remain…