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Conway Middle School student charged following social media threat against two schools, officials say
A Conway Middle School student was charged after making a social media threat against two schools, officials said.
School district: 149 students, 14 staff scheduled to take TB test at Lumberton Junior HS
The Robeson County Health Department identified the students and staff who may have been exposed to tuberculosis after a case was confirmed at Lumberton Junior High School.
Flooding leads to modified school bus stops in Carolina Forest, Conway, Socastee
Flooding in parts of the Grand Strand has caused some school bus routes to be altered.
Police search for person wanted for robbing Market Common restaurant while armed
Myrtle Beach police are asking for the public’s help in locating the person who reportedly robbed a restaurant in The Market Common while armed with a weapon.
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Officials announce candlelight vigil, funeral arrangements for Faye Swetlik
On Monday, funeral arrangements for 6-year-old Faye Swetlik were announced.
Viral video of Ohio crash renews discussion of seat belts on school buses
After a recent viral video of a school bus crash in Ohio, many people are wondering about bus safety.
Man pulls gun on family on S.C. 9, police say
A man has been arrested after reportedly pulling a gun on a family on S.C. 9.
FIRST ALERT: Waccamaw now in moderate flood stage, keeping an eye on the Intracoastal
The Waccamaw River will crest on Tuesday.
New videos show Faye Swetlik’s bubbly personality as the community continues to mourn
It’s been one week since 6-year-old Faye Swetlik was first reported missing. Days into the search, police found her body. Her death has now been ruled a homicide.
New Horry County Education Center to cost $17.9 million
Horry County Schools will spend $4.9 million more for the Horry County Education Center than district officials originally planned.
Where’s 10-yr-old Amirah Watson? Police issue warrant for mother’s arrest
On January 31st, Mansoor Watson dropped his 10-year-old daughter Amirah Watson off with her mother for a weekend visit. He hasn’t seen his daughter since.
'Huge splash of water’: Dashcam video shows SUV plunge into Little Pee Dee River
One of the Good Samaritans that helped to save five people from an SUV after it went off a bridge and into the Little Pee Dee River talked to WMBF News about the scary situation.
Woman claims man kidnapped her, forced her to watch ‘Roots’ to ‘understand her racism’
A criminal complaint stated the suspect told the victim he would “kill her and spread her body parts across Interstate 380” if she did not sit and watch the show.
Tourism industry brings in record-breaking $23.8 billion for South Carolina
South Carolina’s tourism industry had another record-breaking year.
FIRST ALERT: Rounds of heavy rain set to arrive this week
More heavy rain set to arrive through the work week, followed by a big drop in temperatures.
North Myrtle Beach implements changes to paid parking program
New parking changes are in effect in North Myrtle Beach, which means more people in Horry County can apply for parking decals.
Conway police arrest man accused of shooting person multiple times
Conway police have made an arrest in a shooting investigation that sparked a lockdown at a middle school.
'It’s frustrating’: Rising river levels lead to flooding, headaches in Socastee area
Several viewers contacted WMBF News about water coming into homes on Rosewood Drive and Starcreek Circle in Socastee.
Myrtle Beach adds financial incentives to attract redevelopment projects
Businesses can now get money back for renovation projects and workforce housing developments inside city limits.
Horry County police drone conducts aerial search for missing, endangered woman
Horry County police detectives were out on Monday trying to gather more information on a missing 61-year-old woman.
Medical examiner identifies body found in Fairmont as missing man
A body found in Fairmont has been identified as a missing man, according to Fairmont Police Chief Jon Edwards.
Darius Rucker to serve as 2020 South Carolina Tourism Ambassador
One of South Carolina’s favorite sons will now help to bring more vacationers to the Palmetto State.
Man threatens to kill woman, child during date in Myrtle Beach
A man is behind bars after he was accused of choking a woman and threatening to kill her and her child, all while on a date in Myrtle Beach.
Horry County Councilman Paul Prince will not seek another term
For the first time in nearly two decades, District 9 will have a new representative. The district covers Loris and Longs in northern Horry.
CCU baseball coach Gilmore has a form of liver cancer, according to university
Coastal Carolina head baseball coach Gary Gilmore has been diagnosed with a form of liver cancer, university officials confirmed Monday.
Police locate family member of two young boys found alone in Chester, S.C.
Police in Chester say they have located a family member of two young boys who were found alone Monday afternoon.
Woman charged with neglect after testing positive for drugs while pregnant with triplets, two of whom died
Cassandra Carter was charged with unlawful neglect of a child or helpless person late Friday night.
Manager, employee arrested after drug complaints at Florence Bojangles,’ police say
Two people were taken into custody after complaints came in about illegal drug activity at a Florence Bojangles’ location, according to police.
Rate Discrimination: Some insurance companies give better rates for customers with certain jobs, education
Drivers with less education or jobs that typically pay less may face higher car insurance rates, according to an industry insider.
Milwaukee man accused of killing mother and 2 girls arrested in Memphis, waives extradition
A triple murder suspect on the run from Wisconsin authorities was arrested in Memphis.
S.C. lawmakers look to modify Homestead Exemption with bill to offer larger property tax cut
Right now, the current Homestead Exemption is for $50,000. The proposed changes would raise the amount to $75,000.
Construction underway on new restaurant, entertainment venue at Broadway at the Beach
Construction has begun on The Hangout, the new restaurant and entertainment venue that is scheduled to open at Broadway at the Beach in late 2020, according to property owners.
Conway leaders to consider reimbursing church damaged during Hurricane Florence
City leaders will consider the request from Trinity United Methodist Church at Monday’s city council meeting.
Man accused of stealing S.C. deputy’s patrol car, wrecking it
The Pickens County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man, after deputies say he stole a Greenville county patrol car, and wrecked it on a road in Pickens County.
’Things can happen in a split second’: Horry County families mourn the loss of 6-year-old Faye Swetlik
The news of what happened to 6-year-old Faye Swetlik was hard on many South Carolinians, with some parents saying it’s a reality check.
FIRST ALERT: Mild weather before showers return
Rain chances return to the forecast by tomorrow with increasing cloud cover and milder weather for part of the week.
Bond denied for second suspect charged in connection to 2018 Horry County murder
Horry County police say after a two year search, they’ve arrested a man they believe is responsible for a 2018 homicide.
Vehicle ends up in water off Highway 501, sending five to hospital
Five people were taken to the hospital for evaluation after a vehicle ended up in the water Sunday afternoon.
Funeral expenses for Faye Swetlik to be covered
The family of Faye Swetlik will not have to pay any money for the little girl’s funeral. Caughman Harman Funeral Home said all expenses will be covered.
Man accused of breaking into several homes, threatening to kill, sexually assault women in Sumter, police say
Police have arrested a man they say broke into several homes in Sumter and threatened to kill or sexually assault the women who lived there.
‘The Faye feeling’: Family friend describes warmth shared by 6-year-old Faye Swetlik
She said if Faye knew you, she was hugging you, touching others with a heart of gold she carried everywhere she went.
Faye Swetlik’s body escorted back home, autopsy results expected to be released Tuesday
News of little Faye’s death has affected people around the nation and even the world.
Suspect charged with attempted murder after Saturday shooting injures one in Darlington
A suspect remains behind bars after police say he shot and injured a victim Saturday in Darlington.
Frank Martin responds to NCAA notice of allegations
Three days ago, South Carolina received its notice of allegations from the NCAA concerning former South Carolina men’s assistant basketball coach Lamont Evans.
2 missing girls, mom found dead after Amber Alert
Milwaukee Police then traveled to Memphis, where Ivery was able to lead them to the garage where the three bodies were found.
Greenville County patrol car stolen, wrecks in Pickens County, deputies say
A Greenville County patrol car was stolen from a deputy’s home and was found wrecked by a rescue truck in Pickens County, according to the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office.
Carolina Beach Boardwalk set as filming location in ‘Lost Boys’ pilot
With filming set to begin next month, new details about where the new ‘Lost Boys’ TV show is planning to shoot are becoming available.
Boy wanted for killing mother, 6-year-old brother and shooting father captured in North Carolina
This comes one day after Levi Norwood’s father came home to find his wife and other son shot to death.
DIRECTV customers may be experiencing WMBF News outage
Currently, WMBF News is working to solve a technical issue that may result in DIRECTV customers losing signal to WMBF News and NBC.
Amber Alert canceled after child found safely
The incident occurred on the 11400 block of Southwest Freeway.
Multiple agencies investigating after inmate dies at J. Reuben Long
Law enforcement says they’re still investigating after an inmate died Saturday at an area jail.
Presidential candidates get ready to descend on Carolinas
Michael Bloomberg has already opened up an office in the Queen City, Senator Bernie just visited and Pete Buttigieg is hosting an event later this month.
FIRST ALERT: Rain chances increase through Sunday evening
Rain chances return late Sunday, ahead of a soggy work week.
Seven people injured in crash on Highway 544
Seven people were injured in a crash on Highway 544 at Lake Park Drive Saturday night, according to Horry County Fire Rescue.
Man charged following Thursday night gun battle with Charleston Co. deputy
Authorities say a domestic violence suspect has been hospitalized following a gun battle with a deputy in the Summerville area late Thursday night.
Florence County investigators searching for missing teen
Investigators with the Florence County Sheriff’s Office are searching for a missing Florence teenager.
One person injured in Florence after reports of shots fired
The Florence Police Department is investigating after one person was injured after reports of shots fired.
Effingham man charged in connection to bomb making incident
SLED has released arrest warrants for an Effingham man after a welfare check investigation led to the discovery of bomb making materials.
FIRST ALERT: Clouds and rain chances return Sunday
The rain chances and cloud cover work back into the forecast for the end of the weekend.
MBPD: Suspect stole hundreds in landscaping equipment from trailer parked outside Coastal Grand Mall
Police are on the look out for a suspects they say stole hundreds of dollars in equipment from a trailer parked outside Coastal Grand Mall.
TikTok challenge leads to Ozark kid’s broken arm
It's called the skull breaker challenge and it's trending on the social media app TikTok.
One dead, Horry County police still investigating after incident in Bucksport area
Horry County police are conducting a death investigation in the Bucksport area.