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Florence County man accused of charging at person with 13-inch knife
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A Florence County 18-year-old is facing charges after allegedly charging at a person with a 13-inch knife, authorities said. Tremayne Green of Florence was charged with first-degree assault and battery and possession of a weapon during a violent crime. Green on Monday allegedly charged at a person with the knife, […]
High school seniors having trouble committing to colleges due to a FAFSA delay
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — Looming deadlines for aspiring college students are making the commitment process a bit more stressful than usual. That deadline ends Wednesday, but applications for FAFSA aid are accepted through June 30. Some schools including Coastal Carolina University have pushed their own deadlines back to accommodate the FAFSA window, but for that […]
‘Not Afraid’: Five years later, survivor reflects on mass shooting at UNC Charlotte
Drew Pescaro frequently thinks back to those frightening minutes during the 2019 UNC Charlotte shooting. Pescaro survived the incident and has lived with the physical and mental memories of that day.
Florence police investigating shooting near park
FLORENCE, S.C. (WBTW) — Florence police are investigating a Thursday night shooting that occurred near Northwest Community Park, Captain Stephen Starling with the Florence Police Department said. Numerous shots were fired near Clement and Ingram Streets. No one was struck by gunfire, but a vehicle was hit, Starling said. At this time there are no […]
‘They’re all heroes’: Charlotte’s tragedy brings back haunting memories for Florence County Sheriff’s Office
FLORENCE, S.C. (WBTW) — A tragedy in Charlotte on Monday that left four officers dead brought back haunting memories for the Florence County Sheriff’s Office after going through a similar tragedy of their own in 2018. According to Charlotte authorities, a suspect started firing at law enforcement officers when they tried to serve an arrest […]
Beach Bites: Wiseguy’s Bar and Grill
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Have you ever seen the iconic movies “Godfather” and “Goodfellas”? Well, imagine a restaurant that immersed themselves in that era of gangsters and glamour. The term gangsters call each other, brought to life, at Wiseguy’s Bar and Grill. Owners Phil Goldman and Laura Biggs wanted to create an atmosphere that […]
36 protesters detained at UNC’s Polk Place as police clear out encampment
Several demonstrators, who have been protesting against Israel's attacks on Gaza, were arrested at the University of North Carolina early Tuesday morning as police cleared out the encampment that was set up in Polk Place.
2 juveniles charged with ill treatment of an animal after ‘disturbing’ social media video
FLORENCE, S.C. (WBTW) — Two juveniles were arrested and charged with ill treatment of an animal after officers with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources were alerted through a community tip about a ‘disturbing’ social media video depicting animal cruelty. SCDNR officers initiated an investigation on the video that surfaced over the weekend. The […]
Coastal Carolina University launches new sports broadcasting program
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) – A new academic center devoted to training the next generation in sports broadcasting is underway at Coastal Carolina University. Matt Hogue, the former athletics director at CCU is a 25-year broadcast veteran and the one taking the lead on the program. “I think right now what we’re focused on is trying […]
Deputies seek public’s help identifying man accused of breaking into Darlington County restaurant
DARLINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — The Darlington County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help identifying a man accused of breaking into Mr. B’s restaurant in the Lydia area. The unidentified suspect allegedly broke into Mr. B’s on Friday. If anyone has any information on this suspect, contact the Darlington County Sheriff’s Office at […]
Wanted Lake City man arrested by U.S. Marshals for kidnapping, attempted murder
LAKE CITY, S.C. (WBTW) – A Lake City man was apprehended by the U.S. Marshals Regional Fugitive Task Force Monday and charged with a dozen crimes stemming from a kidnapping and attempted murder incident that occurred April 24, the Lake City Police Department said. Etheran Tierral Manigault was apprehended along with assistance from the S.C. […]
Louisiana man charged in Carolina Forest High School threat
CAROLINA FOREST, S.C. (WBTW) — A Louisiana 19-year-old is facing charges in connection with one of several bomb threats at Carolina Forest High School over the past week, Horry County police said Tuesday. Trenton Alexander Brown of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is charged with threatening the use of a destructive device. He was arrested Tuesday with […]
Myrtle Beach assault suspect accused of threatening to kill person before burglary
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — A man is facing multiple charges after allegedly telling someone “I’m going to kill you, let me in,” before assaulting them, according to a Myrtle Beach police report obtained by News13. Jason Steven Bynum, 46, was charged with first-degree assault and battery and third-degree burglary. Myrtle Beach police responded Friday […]
Tax hike needed to pay for more Surfside Beach firefighters, leaders say
SURFSIDE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — As long-term talks continue between Horry County and Surfside Beach about the town fire department’s future, it could cost residents a bit more to address critical staffing needs that can’t wait. “We heard from the town that the vast majority of people want the fire department, and now we’re trying […]
Murrells Inlet woman accused of shooting at alligator in nearby pond
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A Murrells Inlet woman is facing charges after allegedly shooting a gun at an alligator in a nearby pond, according to a police report obtained by News13. Cheryl Loiacono, 59, was charged with discharging a firearm or attempting to kill wildlife in certain sanctuaries. Horry County police responded at about […]
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