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Road closures reported in Florence, Darlington Counties
DARLINGTON COUNTY, SC (WBTW) – At least two road closures have been reported Thursday morning due to flooding in Darlington and Florence Counties. According to the Darlington County Sheriff’s Office,...
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At least 6 killed as severe storm system sweeps across South
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. (AP) — A storm system forecasters called “particularly dangerous” killed at least six people as it swept across the country Wednesday, and officials were searching for missing...
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Therapy dogs help ease holiday stress at NY airport
CHEEKTOWAGA, NY (WIVB) — With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, some people, especially travelers, can be stressed. The Buffalo Niagara Airport is hoping some fur friends can relieve that....
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USMC flag slashed while hanging from veteran’s home
SUMMERVILLE, SC (WCBD) – Ellen DePatie displays her service in the form of a United States Marine Corps flag in front of her house. The Marine Corps Veteran is waiting for a new one to come in the...
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VIDEO: Florida man high on ‘spice’ tries to fight
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) – It’s illegal to buy. It’s illegal to possess, but that’s not keeping people from buying “spice.” The synthetic pot turns some users into walking time bombs, ready to fight...
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New Mexico man tricks thief into stealing box of dog poop
ALBUQUERQUE (KRQE) – Tis the season for thieves. It’s a common sight around the holidays to see a postal worker deliver a package to someone’s doorstep, only for a crook to come in and swipe it. But...
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Cats and dogs partying like animals in ugly holiday sweaters
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ugly sweaters aren’t just a Christmas tradition for people. Cats, dogs and even guinea pigs are joining the party. Zigzilla “Ziggy” and Chopper “Lambchop” got sweaters from PetSmart...
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How to track Santa’s journey with NORAD
PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colorado (AP) — Peterson Air Force base is getting ready for its annual holiday mission — tracking Santa’s storybook sleigh ride around the world. The North American Aerospace...
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Horry, Georgetown nonprofits among first to receive One SC Flood Relief Fund...
COLUMBIA, SC (WBTW) – Multiple agencies in Horry and Georgetown Counties are among the first grant recipients of the One SC Flood Relief Fund. The first grant recipients of the One SC Flood Relief...
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Pair arrested on drug, child endangerment charges following traffic stop
ORANGEBURG COUNTY, SC — A West Columbia couple have been arrested on drug-related charges and child endangerment after a traffic stop turned up a large quantity of different narcotics. Yulaimis...
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Better Business Bureau reports top 10 scams of 2015
ARLINGTON, VA (WBTW) – The Better Business Bureau reports more than $1 million was stolen from victims of the top ten reported scams across the country in 2015, and that’s just from those who reported...
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Firearms are topping many Christmas lists
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Business is booming at gun ranges and gun shops across the country, and many are using the Christmas season as a way to gift a firearm. “We’re doing an increase, most of...
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Deadline looming for Verizon, Sprint ‘cramming’ refunds
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — If you had wireless service with Verizon or Sprint any time in the past five years, there could be a refund check with your name on it because those companies engaged in...
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Local mom brings awareness to autism by remembering Jayden Morrison
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WBTW) – One year ago, an autisitc four year old visiting family and friends for the holidays in Little River was reported missing. Jayden Morrison’s body was found nearly two days...
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Conway Police investigate reported attempted murder
CONWAY, SC – Conway Police continue to investigate a reported attempted murder near El Bethel Road. According to a police report, officers were called to the 300-block of El Bethel Road just before...
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Tradition of giving – Volunteering on Christmas a family affair
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WBTW) – Christmas is a day many of us spend around the dinner table with family and friends, but some enjoy a tradition of helping those less fortunate. Volunteers with the American...
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Emergency management officials warn you about leaving out trash from Christmas
MARION, SC (WBTW) – As you unwrap those Christmas gifts, your Christmas trash is likely to start accumulating, and emergency management officials are warning you to be careful about what you put on the...
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Conway Police investigate Christmas Day armed robbery
CONWAY, SC – Police are investigating a Christmas Day armed robbery at a Conway-area restaurant. Lt. Selena Small, spokeswoman for Conway Police, says the incident happened at New Kona Restaurant,...
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Annual Grinding of the Greens in Horry County to begin December 26
By WBTW News Staff (HORRY COUNTY, SC) The Horry County Solid Waste Authority’s annual “Grinding of the Greens” begins Saturday. Horry County will accept your tree without ornaments or lights, and grind...
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Top consumer complaints of 2015
By Tracey Early (WSPA) Who hasn’t felt ripped off at some point in life? According to SC Consumer Affairs, nearly 2,000 South Carolinians were so fed up, they filed complaints with the state this year....
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