Author: Annelyn Russ

Nepal’s Prime Minister Resigns Amid Protests

In the wake of the opposing response, the government's social media restrictions were rolled back, even still, the protests continue.

Nepal’s prime minister has resigned after a social media ban resulted in violent protests that left at least 19 people dead and over 400 injured. The ban on social media included platforms like Facebook, WhatsApp, and YouTube. The ban was viewed by many as an attack on freedom of speech. It was also an example of what some describe as…

French Government Collapses After Ousting Of Prime Minister Bayrou

François Bayrou must now constitutionally agree to submit his resignation after nearly nine months in office.

The French government collapsed after legislators voted to oust Prime Minister François Bayrou. In a 364-194 vote, Bayrou was ousted during what appeared to be a staggering political miscalculation, with hopes that lawmakers would back his view that France must cut public spending to rein in its debts. Instead, officials rallied against him in the vote that Bayrou called for….

Operation Midway Blitz Launches In Chicago

Operation Midway Blitz aims to send a message that the area's "sanctuary policies" will no longer protect individuals.

The Department of Homeland Security launched a new immigration operation in Chicago. The agency said ‘Operation Midway Blitz’ will target “the criminal illegal aliens who flocked to Chicago and illinois because they knew Gov. JB Pritzker and his sanctuary policies would protect them and allow them to roam free on American streets.” The move comes after weeks of President Trump…

Charleston Native Crowned Miss America’s Teen 2026

Tess Ferm, the Charleston native and Furman freshman, was crowned earning $58,000 in scholarships.

One South Carolina teen was crowned over the weekend while representing the Palmetto State in the Miss America’s Teen 2026 pageant. It was hosted in Orlando with teens from every state vying for the title. Tess Ferm, the Charleston native and Furman freshman, was crowned earning $58,000 in scholarships through the Miss America’s Teen program and her Community Service Initiative, which…

Florence Authorities Ask For Help Searching For Missing Woman

23-year-old Jasmine Beard was last seen around 9am Sunday at the House of Hope on Church Street.

Florence County authorities are asking for the public’s help with locating a missing woman. 23-year-old Jasmine Beard was last seen around 9am Sunday at the House of Hope on Church Street. She was wearing a black hat, black mask and had a teal purse. She is around 5-feet tall and weighs about 108 pounds. It was reported that beard has…

Mullins Police Need Help Locating Wanted Man

Dante Gore is wanted for attempted murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.

The Mullins Police Department is searching for a man wanted in connection to a shooting. A situation unfolded Sunday afternoon along Academy Street. Details are limited but it was reported that a teen was injured. Dante Gore is wanted for attempted murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime. Police said he is considered armed and dangerous. Anyone…

Man Arrested Following Barricade Situation In Robeson Co.

The stand-off lasted for around four hours before officials deployed tear gas into the home.

One man was arrested following a barricade situation in Robeson County. Around 11am Sunday, police were called to East Robeson Drive off of Old Allenton Road outside of Lumberton on reports of a victim shot. Upon arrival, the suspect barricaded himself inside a home. Additional backup was called to the scene including SWAT, Criminal Investigation Detectives, the Aviation Division, and…

Ohio Man Dies After Medical Emergency While Swimming

One man died after suffering a medical emergency while swimming in Surfside Beach.

One man died after suffering a medical emergency while swimming in Surfside Beach. 70-year-old Alton Fonville Jr. was pulled from the water near 16th Avenue North. He was transported to a hospital where he later died. It was confirmed that Fonville was vacationing in the area from West Chester, Ohio.

Second Arrest Made In Connection To Nightclub Stabbing

The incident unfolded on August 31 inside the Amnesia Night Club.

Another arrest has been made in connection to a nightclub stabbing in Marlboro County. The incident unfolded on August 31 inside the Amnesia Night Club in which the stabbing victim was found suffering injuries to the chest and stomach. Chandler Lowry was arrested first. He was charged with assault and battery of a high aggravated nature. He was denied bond….

U.S. Open Tennis Championship Winners

The men and women's U.S. Open Tennis championships were held over the weekend.

The men and women’s U.S. Open Tennis championships were held over the weekend. On Saturday, Aryna Sabalenka defeated Amanda Anisimova with a 6-3, 7-6 victory. The win made her the first woman to win the tournament in consecutive years since Serena Williams more than a decade ago. It also secured her fourth grand slam title of her career. On Sunday,…