Critical injuries reported in Little River motorcycle crash
LITTLE RIVER, S.C. (WBTW) — Critical injuries have been reported after a motorcycle crash in Little River, Horry County Fire Rescue said Friday night. It happened along Highway 17 near Palmetto Drive, HCFR said. Crews responded at 7:50 p.m. and transported one person to the hospital with critical injuries. The South...
This Is Carolina: Grand Strand nonprofit serves as lifeline for veterans, first responders
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - The man behind the mic is on a mission to be an interrupter. “I understand the trauma. I understand some of the dark days,” said Billy Bowering. Bowering, a Navy veteran and former first responder, is now throwing lifelines to struggling first responders and veterans.
Limited findings in deadly downtown Myrtle Beach mass shooting released
A Myrtle Beach Police officer invovled in a deadly mass shooting in April has been cleared in the shooting, according to a release from the department. Officer Brandon O’Rourke will not face criminal charges after an investigation of the shooting conducted by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, according to...
Pediatrician warns potential threats caused by illegal substances targeting children
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Following search warrants on smoke and vape shops suspected of selling illegal substances, the safety of children is of concern. What officers have seized is unknown; however, the post said some of the products were disguised as food and candy and that some of the substances have made their...
How to be in a Myrtle Beach area film. It has mystery, adventure and...
Professional actress and Conway resident Bonnie Ryerson is aware of the many Lowcountry ghost tales that haunt the Grand Strand. One in particular will be the focus of a new teen mystery-adventure series that will be shot locally, including Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island where the story of Alice Flagg takes place....
Myrtle Beach officer who shot, killed 18-year-old on Ocean Boulevard will not face charges
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — The Myrtle Beach police officer who shot and killed 18-year-old Jerrius Davis in response to him firing shots into a crowd on Ocean Boulevard in late April will not face criminal charges, authorities said on Friday. Brandon O’Rourke will not face charges and, per Myrtle Beach Police...
Pelicans headed back to Carolina League playoffs after locking up second-half title
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — The Myrtle Beach Pelicans are headed back to the Carolina League playoffs for the first time since 2023 after shutting out the Fayetteville Woodpeckers on Thursday. The 7-0 win locked up the league’s second-half South Division title for the Pelicans, who will face off against the Columbia...
‘Glad I was able to help him’: Horry County deputy saves unresponsive driver
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - An Horry County deputy’s quick actions saved an unresponsive driver from an overdose, according to the sheriff’s office. Horry County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Brad Grate was driving toward the beach on 501 when he saw a car stopped on the side of the road.
Tidal Creek Picklehouse coming soon to Myrtle Beach
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) -Tidal Creek Brewhouse is leveling up the fun with pickleball!. Join us as we learn all about the plans behind Tidal Creek Picklehouse. The picklehouse will feature 10 pickleball courts, a micro brewery, coffee roaster, and food!. Tidal Creek Brewhouse hopes to break ground this year.
Fugitive Held under $317K Bond
A fugitive who has been wanted since 2023 is being held on multiple charges ranging from drugs and firearms violations to assault on a female. Jasper Erwan Johnson, 26, of 1309 Clyde Norris Rd., Tabor City, faces charges of firing into an occupied vehicle, breaking, entering and larceny; possession of a firearm by a...