Author: Annelyn Russ

Elon Musk Could Become World’s First Trillionaire

A vote on the suggested changes will likely take place at a shareholder meeting in Texas on November 6.

Elon Musk could soon become the world’s first trillionaire. The Tesla CEO, whose net worth already tops $436 billion, could become even more wealthy if Tesla shareholders move forward with proposed payment changes. Tesla’s board has suggested the new pay package but Musk would have to raise the company’s stock market value from around $1.1 trillion to $8.5 trillion in…

Makita Recalls Over 62k Cordless Grease Guns & Hoses

Makita has received five reports of the grease gun hose failing, each resulting in injuries.

More than 62,000 cordless grease guns and hoses have been recalled. The Makita-brand professional cordless grease guns have a flexible hose that can develop holes over time. The holes can cause grease to expel from the hose while the gun is being used. The issue poses a laceration risk. Makita has received five reports of the grease gun hose failing,…

Department Of Homeland Security Launches Patriot 2.0 In Massachusetts

"No Boston police or local resources will be co-opted into federal immigration enforcement and their mass deportation agenda," Wu said.

The Department of Homeland Security is launching what they refer to as Patriot 2.o. The program aims to target “the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens living in the state of Massachusetts, following the success of Operation Patriot in May.” The Boston crackdown involves “ICE arresting sex offenders, pedophiles, murderers, drug dealers, and gang members released by local authorities.”…

Trial Kicks Off For Man Accused Of Trump Assassination Attempt

59-year-old Ryan Routh is charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump last year in South Florida.

Jury selection began Monday in the criminal trial for the man charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump last year in South Florida. 59-year-old Ryan Routh has pleaded not guilty to charges of attempting to assassinate a major presidential candidate, assaulting a federal officer, and several firearm violations. He has also pleaded not guilty to state charges of terrorism and…

CCU Breaks Enrollment Record Again

The preliminary enrollment numbers for the 2025-26 academic year show a total of 11,881 students for the Fall semester.

Coastal Carolina University has set another enrollment record. The preliminary enrollment numbers for the 2025-26 academic year show a total of 11,881 students for the Fall semester. That marks a 6.2% increase from the previous record set last fall with 11,348 students. First-year Freshmen enrollment is also up 9.7% over last year. “I could not be prouder of the trajectory…

Gov. McMaster Signs Order Regarding SNAP Benefits

The request will be sent to the U.S. Department of Agriculture as part of a proposed change.

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster signed a bill into law regarding SNAP benefits. The executive order directs the S.C. Department of Social Services to request federal approval to ban the purchase of candy, energy drinks, soft drinks, and sweetened beverages using food stamps. The request will be sent to the U.S. Department of Agriculture as part of a proposed change…

Home Severely Damaged During Fire

Fire rescue crews responded to a mobile home on Luke Court.

A house fire in the Conway area resulted in severe damage. Around 11pm Thursday night, fire rescue crews responded to a mobile home on Luke Court. The flames were under control just before midnight. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is now under investigation.  

Man Arrested Following Florence Co. Standoff

On Wednesday night, police responded to a shots fired call on Pine Needles Road.

One man is behind bars following a standoff situation in Florence County. On Wednesday night, police responded to a shots fired call on Pine Needles Road. Officers were patrolling in the area when the shots rang out. Upon arrival, a woman informed the authorities that her boyfriend fired shots at her, but she was not harmed. When the deputies approached…

Single-Vehicle Crash Claims Life Of Horry Co. Firefighter

31-year-old Dimario Stephens was a firefighter and EMT with Horry County Fire Rescue since May.

A crash in Marion County claimed the life of one person. 31-year-old Dimario Stephens was traveling in a Nissan Sedan when it crashed on Wahee Road near Cool Springs Road. The vehicle veered off the right side of the road before striking a tree. Stephens was the only occupant of the vehicle. He had been a firefighter and EMT with Horry…

Mike Tyson & Floyd Mayweather To Compete In Exhibition Match

Details regarding date, time, location, etc... will be revealed at a later date.

Boxing legends Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. agreed to compete in an exhibition match next spring. 48-year-old Mayweather retired in 2017 and has since competed in eight exhibition fights with his last against John Gotti III in 2024. Meanwhile, 59-year-old Tyson’s last boxing match was also in 2024 against Jake Paul. It was the first time the former heavyweight…