How much? Kevin McCallister’s grocery bill skyrockets from 1990 to 2025
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — In a nostalgic comparison of grocery prices from 1990 to 2025, a trip down memory lane reveals just how much inflation has impacted the cost of everyday items. Inspired by Kevin McAllister's grocery list from the iconic 1990 film "Home Alone," a visit to...
Hero mail carrier helps put out balcony fire in S.C.
HORRY COUNTY, SC - A mail carrier in South Carolina delivered a life-saving service on Monday afternoon. Noah Wygal was delivering mail at a condo complex in Horry County when he heard cries for help and saw smoke. He said instinct kicked in, he dropped what he was doing, and...
‘They bring me joy:’ South Carolina couple basks in glow of 1,400+ home Santa...
LONGS, S.C (WBTW) — Just by looking at the outside of Byron and Renie Eaton’s home in Longs, you can get a small sense of their Christmas spirit. But you wouldn’t expect the surprise that awaits you inside: Hundreds and Hundreds of Santas. For the Eatons, Christmas has always been a special time of year. […]
Ohio man serving 45 years for strangling ex-girlfriend to death in Myrtle Beach wants...
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — An Ohio man who earlier this year was sentenced to 45 years in prison for strangling his ex-girlfriend to death in Myrtle Beach is asking a judge to let him go free. Blake Linkous was 18 when in 2023 he killed Natalie Martin inside a Maison Drive home they were staying […]
Year in review: Cold cases see breakthroughs and set backs in 2025
(WPDE) — Cold cases across the Pee Dee and the Grand Strand saw major movement in 2025 thanks to advancing technology and persistent investigators. One of the biggest impacts came from Othram, a forensic genealogy company helping law enforcement solve cases that have been cold for decades. Using advanced DNA...
Community Christmas dinner serves up hope
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - The 37th annual Community Christmas Dinner took place across the Grand Strand on Christmas Day, serving hope one meal at a time to those in need. The Midtown Inn and Cottages parking lot was filled with volunteers by 8 a.m., preparing food and organizing clothing donations. Sonshine Recovery...
HCFR: Lanes blocked, critical injuries reported in Horry County crash
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Lanes are currently blocked after a crash in the Nichols area on Thursday afternoon. Horry County Fire Rescue was dispatched shortly before 3:30 p.m. to the area of Highway 917 and North Nichols Highway regarding a crash. HCFR reported critical injuries in the crash. Rescue...
Year in review: Crime stories that shaped 2025
(WPDE) — As the New Year approaches, ABC 15 is looking back at the biggest stories and moments from 2025 across our area. When you look at the crime-related incidents that captured the most attention on our website this past year, you have to start with April's deadly officer-involved shooting on Ocean Boulevard in...
2025 year in review: Most viewed stories on the News13 website
Editor’s note: This is the first in a series of stories looking back at what made headlines on the Grand Strand and in the Pee Dee in 2025. HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — News13’s website saw nearly 17.5 million page views and more nearly 6 million unique visitors in 2025. From a monthslong wildfire that […]
Boys Beach Ball Classic tips off Saturday in Myrtle Beach
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - The Boys Beach Ball Classic is just days away from tipping off. The Myrtle Beach tournament begins Saturday for the boys’ bracket and concludes Tuesday. The girls’ tournament wrapped up Monday. All games will be played at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center. The...

















