Author: Laura Pence

House Voted to Override Veto of National Defense Authorization Act

It’s now up to the u-s senate to determine if congress will override President Trump’s veto of the National Defense Authorization Act. The House revisited the measure last night and passed it 322 to 87. Originally, the Senate approved it with a veto-proof majority but, now republicans are in a tough position. They have to choose between siding with the…

Police Release Body Camera Footage of Nashville Bombing

Authorities have released police body-cam video of the explosion in Nashville on Christmas day. The video shows officers near the blast site minutes before it detonated. the video doesn’t show the explosion but, you can hear it. Three people were hurt and dozens of buildings were damaged. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation identified Anthony Quinn Warner as the Nashville bomber….

Boeing 737 Takes to the Skies Today

For the first time in nearly two years, Boeing’s 737 max is carrying u-s passengers today. American Airlines will use the jet on a round-trip route between Miami and New York. The 737 max has been grounded since March of last year, following two crashes that killed a total of 346 people. The flights come after the U.S. Federal Aviation…

Shooters Cause Damage and Injuries in Bennettsville

A woman has been charged after shots were fired at two people during a fight in Bennettsville. Officers with the police department responded to a home on Patton Street early yesterday morning regarding the gun fire. Upon arrival they determined that two people were struck with bullets. Those injured received medical attention at a nearby hospital for minor injuries and…

Two Chanticleer Football Players Declare for NFL Draft

Two Chanticleers are headed to the NFL draft. They are senior defensive-end taron Jackson and running back CJ Marable. They have both chosen to forego their final year of eligibility. Due to the latest covid rules, all players who completed this season have an extra year to play. Jackson was named the Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Year and…

One Injured in Ocean Boulevard Shooting

Early this morning a shooting at the Coral Sands Motel on Ocean Boulevard left one injured. The victim was left with non life threatening injuries. According to Master Corporal Tom Vest of the Myrtle Beach Police Department, several people were taken into custody in connection to the shooting. No new information has been made available at this time.

MYR Announces New Flights to Washington D.C.

The Myrtle Beach International airport will soon offer non stop flights to Washington D.C. on Saturdays and Sundays. Flights will begin on march 28 and are being offered by United Airlines. They are currently available for purchase and tickets range from $230 to $305 roundtrip.  MYR has seen a 10 percent increase in holiday travel this year compared to last…

President Trump Signs Covid Relief and Government Funding Bill

The federal government will stay open now that President Trump has signed a coronavirus relief and omnibus funding bill. But, he’s already trying to rescind aspects of the legislation. President Trump’s signature will narrowly avoid a government shutdown. But, since he waited so long to sign the bill, millions of Americans are likely to lose some unemployment benefits and, already…

Federal Authorities Identify Suspect in Christmas Nashville RV Bombing

We’re learning more about the explosion that took place in Nashville on Christmas day. Yesterday, federal authorities identified the suspect in the RV bombing as 63 year old Anthony Quinn Warner. Investigators said they were able to identify him through DNA of human remains that were discovered at the scene. The FBI was also able to match the vehicle’s identification…

Active-Duty Special Forces Soldier Charged After 3 Killed

Police in Rockford, Illinois have released the mugshot of the man accused of shooting and killing three people at a bowling alley. Authorities in Winnebago County say 37-year-old Duke Webb is in custody and charged with murder. Webb is an active military member and a Florida resident. At Don Carter Lanes around 6:55 p.m., three people were hurt including two…