Author: WFXB Staff

A Parrot Catches a Perp in the Act

After a thief entered a home in Canada through an unlocked door, the homeowners pet parrot kept squawking ‘hello’ but the perp got away…because the owner thought the animal was just talking to talk. He told officers that the bird “isn’t always a reliable source of information.” The thief was arrested the following day.

Alabama Theater Reopens September 5th

The Alabama Theater is reopening again following a months-long hiatus due to Covid-19. According to a press release, a grand reopening is scheduled for September 5th. Along with every other business to reopen, they will be implementing health safety precautions such as frequent disinfecting of the venue before, during and after each show. Seating will also be distanced every other…

Myrtle Beach Firefighters Deployed to Hurricane Laura Relief

Myrtle Beach and Horry County firefighters were deployed to the Gulf Coast ahead of Hurricane Laura. The MBFD confirmed Chief Hickman, Captain Chapman, firefighter Rapp and firefighter Ballard were sent out with the South Carolina Urban Search and Rescue type 1 Team.  Horry County Fire Rescue also sent four members, including battalion Chief Archibald, firefighter and EMT Hall, Captain Drabick…

Fatal Shooting in Forestbrook

One person is dead after a shooting in the Forestbrook area of Myrtle Beach early this morning. MBPD were called to the scene at Bush Drive and Claypond Road. It’s reported along with the fatal shooting, a car was also found in a ditch along the side of the road. Residents have been asked to avoid the area. Authorities have…

Suspect Arrested in Connection to Deadly Shooting in Longs

A woman has been charged in connection to the deadly Longs shooting yesterday morning.  20-year-old Christina Bottoms of North Carolina faces charges of murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime. The incident occurred along sun Colony Boulevard around 1:30 in the morning. It’s believed bottoms shot the victim in the head following an argument. Local police said…

Mike Pence Officially Accepts Nomination for Vice President in Third Night of RNC

Yesterday marked the third night of the Republican National Convention and Vice President Mike Pence officially accepted his renomination. Along with making President Trump’s case for the next four years, Pence spent his time slamming opponent Joe Biden. The majority of his argument centered on the violence that has rocked the country in recent weeks. He referred to Biden as…

Athletes Demand Justice for Jacob Blake, Boycott Games

Athletes are boycotting their own games and demanding justice for the shooting of Jacob Blake. It all began when the Milwaukee Bucks decided not to participate in their playoff game. In an official statement the team said they’re “calling for justice for Jacob Blake and demand the officers be held accountable. Despite the overwhelming plea for change, there has been…

CDC Releases New Sudden, Contradictory Covid-19 Guidance

Sudden new federal guidelines from the CDC has left many extremely confused. They are now saying that those without Covid-19 symptoms do not need to be tested, even if they’ve come into close contact with someone who is or was known to have the virus. This is in direct contradiction to previous advice which not only said testing in such…

Illinois Teen Arrested in Connection to Deadly Kenosha Shooting

An Illinois teen has been arrested in connection to the deadly shooting in Kenosha earlier this week. 17-year-old Kyle Rittenhouse was identified as the suspect who fatally shot a 26 and 36-year-old during the third night of violent protests over the shooting of Jacob Blake. He also stands accused of seriously wounding a third person. It’s reported there were numerous…