Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:49 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:49:34 GMT
LITTLE RIVER, SC (WMBF) – A North Myrtle Beach man is in jail after he allegedly shot and killed a woman, then called 911 and waited for law enforcement to arrive, police officials state. At about 12:30More >>
A North Myrtle Beach man is in jail after he allegedly shot and killed a woman, then called 911 and waited for law enforcement to arrive, police officials state.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:45 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:45:54 GMT
BENNETTSVILLE, SC (WMBF) - A 30-year-old man is behind bars after a police chase and could soon be facing charges for a South Carolina bank robbery. According to Lt. Larry Turner, spokesman for the BennettsvilleMore >>
A 30-year-old man is behind bars in North Carolina after a police chase and could soon be facing charges for a South Carolina bank robbery. More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:29 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:29:58 GMT
The mother of four children who died in a mobile home fire in Hartsville has been charged with four counts of unlawful neglect of a child and four counts of homicide by child abuse. More >>
The mother of four Hartsville children that died in a tragic home fire on April 24 had a second court appearance before a circuit court judge to decide if she was eligible for bond. More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:28 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:28:41 GMT
The American Red Cross is accepting donations to aid in their response. Donations can be made a www.redcross.org or by texting REDCROSS to 90999. To donate $10 to the Salvation Army, text 80888 or visitMore >>
Here are ways to help victims of the Moore, OK tornado.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:15 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:15:09 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) – Today on WMBF News at 4 p.m., anchor Michael Maely sat down with Clayton Ingram from SC HELP, an organization that can provide federal funding to help responsible but strugglingMore >>
Today on WMBF News at 4 p.m., anchor Michael Maely sat down with Clayton Ingram from SC HELP, an organization that can provide federal funding to help responsible but struggling homeowners.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:52 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:52:44 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - The mild and muggy weather sticks around once again today, says WMBF News Meteorologist Marla Branson. We'll have enough humidity to spark some scattered showers and storms onceMore >>
Evening showers and isolated thunderstorms will quickly dissipate tonight, says WMBF News Meteorologist Jamie Arnold.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:13 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:13:02 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) – Myrtle Beach has been named one of the top travel destinations in the United States by travel website TripAdvisor.com. The fifth annual Travelers' Choice Destination awards ranks MyrtleMore >>
Myrtle Beach has been named one of the top travel destinations in the United States by travel website TripAdvisor.com.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:39 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:39:12 GMT
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) – On Tuesday, the Horry County Council will discuss a deal that could bring a number of jobs to the area. The project is dubbed Project Valentine because it is still in-the-works,More >>
On Tuesday, the Horry County Council will discuss a deal that could bring a lot of jobs to the area.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:28 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:28:53 GMT
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Gov. Nikki Haley is calling on legislators to get a bill strengthening the state's weak ethics laws to her desk. The Republican governor said Tuesday residents deserve ethics reformMore >>
Gov. Nikki Haley is calling on legislators to get a bill strengthening the state's weak ethics laws to her desk.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:29 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:29:58 GMT
Horry County Police and the US Marshals Service are searching for a former Myrtle Beach gentleman's club employee after a victim came forward claiming he raped her. More >>
A Myrtle Beach man and the alleged owner of a gentleman's club in the Grand Strand was captured in Cocoa Beach, FL by the US Marshal Service. More >>
A fourth-grader at a school that took a direct hit from Monday's deadly tornado in Moore, Okla., described the heroic actions of a teacher who saved his life and others by covering several students with her body to shield them from the storm.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:36 AM EDT2013-05-21 14:36:49 GMT
(RNN) – A day after long track tornadoes devastated Shawnee and Edmond, OK, another round has begun near Oklahoma City.KOCO broadcast a slow rotating cloud that slowly extended down towards the groundMore >>
Dozens of people have died after a second day of tornadoes twisted through Oklahoma, this time taking aim at the town of Moore, south of Oklahoma City.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:06 AM EDT2013-05-21 12:06:57 GMT
South Carolina State Senate Chamber. Source: Billy Hathorn via Wikimedia Commons
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The budget debate in the South Carolina Senate enters week two. Senators are scheduled to resume discussions Tuesday on their state spending plan for the fiscal year that startsMore >>
The budget debate in the South Carolina Senate enters week two. Senators are scheduled to resume discussions Tuesday on their state spending plan for the fiscal year that starts July 1.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:10 AM EDT2013-05-21 04:10:22 GMT
MULLINS, SC (WMBF) - A teen boy is facing charges for an attempted kidnapping that seems ripped straight from the scripts of a film. The alleged crime was reported to police on Friday, May 17 from theMore >>
A teen boy is facing charges for an attempted kidnapping that seems ripped straight from the scripts of a film.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:02 AM EDT2013-05-21 04:02:36 GMT
A mechanical issue on a tanker truck has resulted in a fire on a truck carrying granulated ammonium nitrate at the intersection of S.C. Highway 39 and Rose Bud Lane in the Chappells section of NewberryMore >>
An evacuation order has been lifted after a truck carrying ammonium nitrate caught on fire in Chappells, according to Newberry County Sheriff's Office.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:01 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:01:04 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - They silently tear through billions of dollars worth of homes every year, and bug experts say termites could be eating away at your home right now. Many fight back with pestMore >>
They silently tear through billions of dollars worth of homes every year, and bug experts say termites could be eating away at your home right now.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 10:56 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:56:44 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) – The nation's largest tea party organization, the Tea Party Patriots, announced a series of protests being held across the country at local IRS offices on Tuesday at noon. TheMore >>
The nation's largest tea party organization, the Tea Party Patriots, announced a series of protests being held across the country at local IRS offices on Tuesday at noon.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 9:32 PM EDT2013-05-21 01:32:06 GMT
While the Midwest has been dealing with deadly severe weather, areas in the Pee Dee and Grand Strand have set some records of their own in the past 48 hours.More >>
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) – While the Midwest has been dealing with deadly severe weather, areas in the Pee Dee and Grand Strand have set some records of their own in the past 48 hours. In fact, FlorenceMore >>
Monday, May 20 2013 8:10 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:10:33 GMT
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - As deputies are returning to work today, they are dealing with the loss of one of their own: Deputy Tim Causey. The funeral for fallen Deputy Tim Causey will be held WednesdayMore >>
As deputies are returning to work today, they are dealing with the loss of one of their own: Deputy Tim Causey.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 8:00 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:00:35 GMT
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) – For the next two weeks law enforcement agencies across the country will be cracking down on people who don't wear their seat belts. In the Palmetto State, troopers are kickingMore >>
For the next two weeks law enforcement agencies across the country will be cracking down on people not wearing seat belts. In the Palmetto State, troopers are kicking off the Buckle Up South Carolina campaign. More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 7:45 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:45:09 GMT
MURRELLS INLET, SC (WMBF) – The final burnout at SBB Four Corners has come and gone. But some biker business leaders say the turnout for the bar indicates the Harley Rally is on the rebound. "It was loud,"More >>
The final burnout at SBB Four Corners has come and gone. But some biker business leaders say the turnout for the bar indicates the Harley Rally is on the rebound.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 5:55 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:55:44 GMT
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) – Police seized 22 pounds of cocaine, with an estimated street value of $1 million, after a traffic stop in Galivants Ferry Friday. At about 8:20 p.m. Friday, Horry County PoliceMore >>
Police seized 22 pounds of cocaine, with an estimated street value of $1 million, after a traffic stop in Galivants Ferry Friday.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 5:53 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:53:19 GMT
Myrtle Beach (WMBF)- Myrtle Beach police want the public to take precautions when frequenting the beach. With car burglaries happening the most at beach access parking lots, they say criminals are lookingMore >>
Myrtle Beach Police want the public to take precautions when frequenting the beach this summer. More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 4:46 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:46:39 GMT
CONWAY, SC (WMBF) - Bullet holes and shell casings are among the clues left behind as Horry County Police launched their attempted murder investigation on Gemini Circle. According to police reports, thereMore >>
Bullet holes and shell casings are among the clues left behind as Horry County Police launched their attempted murder investigation on Gemini Circle.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 4:11 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:11:13 GMT
LONGS, SC (WMBF) – Officials with the Horry County Police Department are looking for a man they say stole a compound bow from an archery store in Longs. According to the Horry County Police Department OfficialMore >>
Officials with the Horry County Police Department are looking for a man they say stole a compound boy from an archery store in Longs.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 2:36 PM EDT2013-05-20 18:36:00 GMT
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) – Many complaints have been voiced about the grass on major highways in Horry County. Just passing by 17 Bypass, Highway 501 and Highway 31, the grass is noticeably overgrown. PeopleMore >>
Many complaints have been voiced about the grass on major highways in Horry County. Just passing by 17 Bypass, Highway 501 and Highway 31, the grass is noticeably overgrown.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 2:28 PM EDT2013-05-20 18:28:37 GMT
Next month, WMBF News is "In Your Community" of Latta and Dillon! We'll be live, on location June 27 and June 28, bringing you an in-depth look at what the area has to offer, from popular restaurantsMore >>
Next month, WMBF News is "In Your Community" of Latta and Dillon!More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 1:41 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:41:04 GMT
MOUNT OLIVE, N.C. – The Coker Cobras are the 2013 NCAA Division II Southeast Region Champions! Behind a spectacular complete game pitching performance by senior left-hander Dan Meyer, the No. 4 seedMore >>
Cobras go 4-0 in Southeast Region en route to winning championship.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 1:00 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:00:42 GMT
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Georgetown County has taken to their Facebook page to address concerns over a man posing at a government official. According to their post, an unknown white male was recentlyMore >>
Georgetown County has taken to their Facebook page to address concerns over a man posing at a government official.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:49 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:49:07 GMT
For the next two weeks law enforcement agencies across the country will be cracking down on people who don't wear their seat belts. In the Palmetto State, troopers are kicking off the Buckle Up South Carolina campaign. More >>
For the next two weeks law enforcement agencies across the country will be cracking down on people who don't wear their seat belts. In the Palmetto State, troopers are kicking off the Buckle Up South Carolina campaign. More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:38 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:38:37 GMT
FLORENCE, SC (WMBF) - GE Healthcare is preparing to open a new facility in the Florence area that will bring jobs and resources to the Pee Dee. The economic development and jobs announcement was madeMore >>
GE Healthcare is preparing to open a new facility in the Florence area that will bring jobs and resources to the Pee Dee.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:03 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:03:42 GMT
PEE DEE, SC (WMBF) - The results are IN! WMBF News verified more than 13,000 votes to determine the winners of this year's Pee Dee's Best. The 43 winners competed with more than 300 nominees to be namedMore >>
The results are IN! WMBF News verified more than 13,000 votes to determine the winners of this year's Pee Dee's Best.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 10:36 AM EDT2013-05-20 14:36:02 GMT
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) – Two more men wanted by the Horry County Sheriff's Office who were featured by WMBF News are back behind bars. Joshua Ratley, who was profiled by WMBF News' Theo Hayes last week,More >>
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) – Two more men wanted by the Horry County Sheriff's Office who were featured by WMBF News are back behind bars. Joshua Ratley, who was profiled by WMBF News' Theo Hayes last week,More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 8:57 AM EDT2013-05-20 12:57:13 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - The end of school doesn't mean the end of free meals for children who need them. Free breakfast, lunch, or snacks will be available for eligible children in low-income areasMore >>
The end of school doesn't mean the end of free meals for children who need them.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 8:24 AM EDT2013-05-20 12:24:19 GMT
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating why a passenger tumbled out of a moving car on Interstate 95 and died after landing in front of a tractor-trailer.More >>
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating why a passenger tumbled out of a moving car on Interstate 95 and died after landing in front of a tractor-trailer.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 7:42 AM EDT2013-05-20 11:42:44 GMT
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – The body of a missing swimmer has been recovered. It happened around 7 a.m. Sunday. According to the Holden Beach Police Department, a witness spotted the body of Kwesi SampleMore >>
The body of a missing swimmer has been recovered. It happened around 7 a.m. Sunday. According to the Holden Beach Police Department, a witness spotted the body of Kwesi Sample in the ocean, from a balcony.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 7:34 AM EDT2013-05-20 11:34:42 GMT
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC (WECT) – According to a post on the Brunswick County's Sheriff's Office Facebook page, a swimmer who went missing earlier this week was recovered Sunday morning. 21-year-old KwesiMore >>
The body of a missing swimmer has been recovered. It happened around 7 a.m. Sunday morning. More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 7:20 AM EDT2013-05-20 11:20:54 GMT
ASHEBORO, N.C. (AP) - A 2-year-old boy is recovering after Randolph County deputies say he found a handgun inside his home, put it in his mouth, and the weapon fired.Deputies say the toddler found hisMore >>
A 2-year-old boy is recovering after Randolph County deputies say he found a handgun inside his home, put it in his mouth, and the weapon fired.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 8:25 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:25:56 GMT
First responders and officers of the law joined together Friday to raise money for one of their own who was hospitalized shortly after the devastating fire in Windsor Green.More >>
On Sunday morning, a post from the Horry County Sheriff's Office's Facebook page announced that Deputy Sheriff Tim Causey has passed away. More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 8:25 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:25:28 GMT
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Campus-wide bans against smokers could spread to several South Carolina universities. The State newspaper of Columbia reports (http://bit.ly/110zJ7i) that at least 10 South CarolinaMore >>
Campus-wide bans against smokers could spread to several South Carolina universities.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 7:41 PM EDT2013-05-19 23:41:54 GMT
WILLIAMSBURG COUNTY, SC (WMBF) – A single car-crash in Williamsburg County caused one fatality Sunday morning around 9:30, according to Williamsburg Deputy Coroner Vernarl Fulton. Deputy Coroner FultonMore >>
A single car-crash in Williamsburg County caused one fatality Sunday morning around 9:30, according to Williamsburg Deputy Coroner Vernarl Fulton.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 7:39 PM EDT2013-05-19 23:39:53 GMT
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) – The North Myrtle Beach Aquatic & Fitness Center is taking registrations for its annual Swimming Saves Lives/ Make a Splash Learn to Swim Program, according to a news release. FreeMore >>
The North Myrtle Beach Aquatic & Fitness Center is taking registrations for its annual Swimming Saves Lives/ Make a Splash Learn to Swim Program, according to a news release.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 7:26 PM EDT2013-05-19 23:26:38 GMT
SURFSIDE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - A crash involving four vehicles in Surfside Beach Sunday afternoon involved a motorcyclist who was sent to the hospital. Witnesses say a van ran into a Plantation Resort busMore >>
A crash involving four vehicles in Surfside Beach Sunday afternoon involved a motorcyclist who was sent to the hospital.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 7:21 PM EDT2013-05-19 23:21:03 GMT
SOUTH CAROLINA (WMBF) – The US Postal Service hopes to raise awareness to one of the nation's most commonly reported public health problems during National Dog Bite Prevention Week May 19 through May 25. TheMore >>
The US Postal Service hopes to raise awareness to one of the nation's most commonly reported public health problems during National Dog Bite Prevention Week May 19 through May 25.More >>
It's all about the odds, and one lone ticket in Florida has beaten them all by matching each of the numbers drawn for the highest Powerball jackpot in history at an estimated $590.5 million, lottery officials...More >>
Some lucky person walked into a Publix supermarket in suburban Florida over the past few days and bought a ticket now worth an estimated $590.5 million - the highest Powerball jackpot in history.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 1:03 PM EDT2013-05-19 17:03:07 GMT
By SEANNA ADCOX Associated Press COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A bill representing the largest overhaul of state government in decades is again approaching passage. Both Gov. Nikki Haley and her chief DemocraticMore >>
A bill representing the largest overhaul of state government in decades is again approaching passage. Both Gov. Nikki Haley and her chief Democratic opponent are working to get it to her desk in the legislative session's waning weeks.More >>
A Charlotte high school teacher plans to press charges against a student she accuses of hitting her in the face during an amusement park field trip.More >>
A Charlotte high school teacher plans to press charges against a student she accuses of hitting her in the face during an amusement park field trip.More >>
A bill representing the largest overhaul of state government in decades is again approaching passage. Both Gov. Nikki Haley and her chief Democratic opponent are working to get it to her desk in the legislative...More >>
A bill representing the largest overhaul of state government in decades is again approaching passage. Both Gov. Nikki Haley and her chief Democratic opponent are working to get it to her desk in the legislative session's...More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:46 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:46:03 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF)- In just a few hours, Myrtle Beach Police arrested a string of shoplifters at one Walmart location. Between the hours of 11:30am and 3:30 PM on Saturday, seven people were arrestedMore >>
In just a few hours, Myrtle Beach Police arrested a string of shoplifters at one Walmart location.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:47 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:47:22 GMT
HARTSVILLE, SC (WMBF) The Hartsville store owner arrested by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, suspected of insurance fraud, had her first day in court today. Claudette Hulsey, owner of theMore >>
The Hartsville store owner arrested by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, suspected of insurance fraud, has been found guilty of all charges against her, according to Thom Berry with SLED. More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 6:01 PM EDT2013-05-18 22:01:07 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) - Authorities are reporting few problems with the Spring Harley-Davidson motorcycle Rally along the Grand Strand. Troopers say no bikers have been killed so far during the weeklongMore >>
Authorities are reporting few problems with the Spring Harley-Davidson motorcycle Rally along the Grand Strand.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 3:55 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:55:27 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) – Myrtle Beach Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a man seen robbing a hotel while brandishing a hammer. The subject is wanted in connection with an armed robberyMore >>
Myrtle Beach Police say they have found the man who allegedly robbed a hotel while brandishing a hammer on April 18. More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 3:16 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:16:32 GMT
Richland County has agreed to a settlement involving a couple who was killed in a train crash in 2008.The county is paying $150,000 to the estate of Derald Hill, Sr. and his wife, Nichole. The couple wasMore >>
Richland County has agreed to a settlement involving a couple who was killed in a train crash in 2008.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 2:49 PM EDT2013-05-18 18:49:32 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) – The Myrtle Beach International Airport has enacted its contingency parking plan using overflow parking spaces because of increasing passenger numbers coming into the airport.More >>
The Myrtle Beach International Airport has enacted its contingency parking plan using overflow parking spaces because of increasing passenger numbers coming into the airport. They urge passengers to take extra time to look for parking in the coming days.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 1:16 PM EDT2013-05-18 17:16:26 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) – A couple taking a late-night walk along the Boardwalk in Myrtle Beach was held at gunpoint and assaulted late Saturday night. A police report from the Myrtle Beach Police DepartmentMore >>
A couple walking along the beach was held at gunpoint and assaulted late Saturday night.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 12:33 PM EDT2013-05-18 16:33:51 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) – Thousands of bikers are hitting the Grand Strand roads this weekend to celebrate the final weekend of Bike Week, but they are not the only ones you may see on the road. SeveralMore >>
Thousands of bikers are hitting the Grand Strand roads this weekend to celebrate the final weekend of Bike Week, but they are not the only ones you may see on the road. Several area law enforcement groups are already out in full force cracking down on anyone breaking the law.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 12:11 PM EDT2013-05-18 16:11:26 GMT
WILLIAMSTON, SC (FOX Carolina) - An Upstate woman and her friend have both lost money from their banking accounts - money they did not spend themselves. They don't know when their debit card numbersMore >>
An Upstate woman and her friend have both lost money from their banking accounts - money they did not spend themselves.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 11:02 AM EDT2013-05-18 15:02:20 GMT
SCHSL Softball Postseason Scoreboard Class A Championship Series, Game 3 East Clarendon - 8 Dixie - 5 Lady Wolverines win series, 2-1; capture first softball state title in school history ClassMore >>
Lady Wolverines top Dixie in decisive game three, 8-5.More >>