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Downtown Myrtle Beach’s bright future with half-a-million dollar lighting design
“We will definitely be investing in getting the lights attached [to our business] and for it to sync with the lights being installed on Ocean Boulevard,” Riptydz representative Nick Blake said.
- January 27, 2026 6:07 pm·
David Cox, Horry County Board of Education chairman, will not seek reelection
Cox has been the HCS Board chair since 2022.
- January 27, 2026 4:00 pm·
North Carolina man gets 20-year sentence for shooting at Myrtle Beach police
Last May, Myrtle Beach police officers checked on a stolen vehicle in the Twilight Surf Motel parking lot.
- January 27, 2026 2:43 pm·
Concert honoring Grateful Dead’s Bob Weir slated for downtown Myrtle Beach on Sunday
“Thursday’s Dead is going to do songs catered toward Bob Weir — songs he sang and songs he wrote,” DeWitt said. “It’s kind of like a celebration of life for Bob Weir and the Grateful Dead.”
- January 27, 2026 2:00 pm·
President Trump signs Rep. Russell Fry’s bill into law; $10.8M federal dollars secured for Fry’s district
President Trump signs Rep. Russell Fry’s bill into law and Fry secured over $10 million in funds for nine projects back in his district, which includes Horry County.
- January 27, 2026 1:50 pm·
Oak Street improvements to last through the summer, businesses see light at the end of the tunnel
“I just ask for patience for a little bit of time during construction [and it] will give us years of satisfaction in the future.”
- January 27, 2026 12:00 pm·
Pamela Evette: A conservative legacy that endures
This op-ed was written by Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, who is running to be the Republican nominee for governor of South Carolina in 2026, and focuses on the legacy of Gov. Henry McMaster ahead of his State of the State…
- January 27, 2026 9:17 am·
Loris Chamber expands to new headquarters, volunteers needed for Bog-Off planning
The Loris Chamber of Commerce has a new headquarters at 3940 Railroad Ave and the chamber needs volunteers to help plan the 2026 Loris Bog-Off.
- January 26, 2026 10:00 am·
Winter storm impacts likely less severe than initially feared
“Along the coast, there may be a glazing on trees and some slick spots on bridges,” Piotrowski explained. “There shouldn’t be any power interruptions. Most of the major spotty accumulations will be west of I-95.”
- January 23, 2026 6:38 pm·
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Minn anti-Border Patrol riot backfires as agitators allegedly hurl objects at cops, arrests expose rap sheets
Several of the agitators arrested outside a Minnesota hotel where they believed Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino was staying have criminal records, with one arrestee openly embracing a “disrupt disturb resist” slogan on Instagram. The agitators were outside the SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Maple Grove, Minnesota, on Monday night,…
- January 28, 2026 6:00 am·
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Yale to offer free tuition to families making less than $200K, waive all expenses for those making under $100K
Yale University announced on Tuesday that new undergraduate students from families making under $200,000 a year would receive free tuition and students from families making under $100,000 a year would have all their education costs waived. “This strategic investment is central to our mission to educate exceptional students from all…
- January 28, 2026 3:42 am·
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Dozens arrested after protesters take over NYC hotel lobby during anti-ICE demonstration
Police made dozens of arrests after an anti-ICE protest broke out inside a New York City hotel Tuesday evening, according to reports. New York City Police Department officers responded to the Hilton Garden Inn on Sixth Avenue in Tribeca at around 6 p.m. after protesters took over the lobby and…
- January 28, 2026 1:23 am·
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Young brothers die after trying desperately to help each other in icy pond during winter storm: report
Three young brothers died during a winter storm in Texas after falling into an icy pond when one of the children got into trouble and the others tried to help, according to authorities and family accounts. The victims, all elementary school students, got into difficulty in a frozen pond in…
- January 27, 2026 7:43 pm·
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Tech tycoon husband arrested after wife found dead below mountain highway in wealthy enclave
After weeks of investigation, authorities have arrested the estranged husband of a Newport Beach woman whose body was found down a steep embankment in a San Bernardino County mountain town in California. Gordon Abas Goodarzi, 66, of Rolling Hills Estates, was arrested Friday on suspicion of murder in the death…
- January 27, 2026 7:20 pm·
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Soros-backed Philadelphia DA vows to ‘hunt’ down ICE agents: ‘We will find you’
Philadelphia’s top prosecutor, a George Soros-backed district attorney, is facing scrutiny and backlash after vowing to “hunt” down federal immigration agents as city leaders move to curb ICE operations. Speaking during a morning event outside City Hall tied to newly unveiled “ICE OUT” legislation, District Attorney Larry Krasner sharply criticized…
- January 27, 2026 6:57 pm·
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West Virginia man allegedly threatened to kill Trump supporters, ICE agents in online videos: report
A West Virginia man is behind bars after police say he allegedly posted videos online threatening to kill supporters of President Donald Trump and ICE agents. Troopers with the Harrison County sector of the West Virginia police received information regarding a “threats complaint” from the local county sheriff’s department on…
- January 27, 2026 6:37 pm·
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Accused surgeon Michael McKee allegedly lurked at ex-wife’s home weeks before double murder: report
A newly unsealed affidavit alleges the surgeon accused of murdering his ex-wife and her dentist husband was lurking around the victims’ home weeks before they were gunned down. According to WBNS-TV, citing a recently released probable cause affidavit, Michael McKee, the ex-husband of Monique Tepe, was spotted outside or near…
- January 27, 2026 6:18 pm·
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Federal judge blocks deportation of 5-year-old boy and father taken in Minnesota immigration operation
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked the Trump administration from deporting a 5-year-old Ecuadorian boy and his father, who were taken into custody last week in Minnesota. Adrian Alexander Conejo Arias and his son, Liam Ramos, were taken into custody by federal immigration authorities and are being held at…
- January 27, 2026 5:38 pm·
More National Headlines

Shooting involving Border Patrol near Arizona border leaves one person critically injured
One person was critically wounded Tuesday morning in a shooting involving U.S. Border Patrol agents in southern Arizona, prompting a multi-agency investigation led by the Pima County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD). The incident occurred around 7:30 a.m. near milepost 15 on West Arivaca Road, close to the U.S.-Mexico border and about…
- January 28, 2026 6:05 am·

South Carolina measles surge becomes largest U.S. outbreak in decades
South Carolina is now facing the largest measles outbreak in the United States since the disease was declared eliminated more than 20 years ago, with confirmed cases climbing to 789, surpassing the major Texas outbreak of 2025 that sickened 762 people and claimed the lives of two young children. State…
- January 28, 2026 6:00 am·

Minnesota Gov. Walz and President Trump speak by phone in aftermath of ICE shooting
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz sharply criticized the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement efforts in a Wall Street Journal opinion piece, accusing federal officials of spreading misinformation and escalating unrest across the state. The op-ed, published Monday, came as Walz and President Donald Trump held a phone call aimed at easing tensions…
- January 27, 2026 6:05 am·

Seven killed, one seriously hurt after private jet crashes during takeoff in Maine
Federal officials confirmed that seven people were killed and one crew member was critically injured after a private business jet crashed and burst into flames while taking off from Bangor International Airport in Maine on Sunday evening. The crash occurred around 7:45 p.m. during harsh winter weather as a widespread…
- January 27, 2026 6:00 am·

Crippling winter storm slams U.S., bringing deadly cold and leaving over 1M without power
A sprawling and unusually powerful winter storm has battered vast portions of the United States, coating roads in dangerous ice, burying cities under heavy snow, and plunging temperatures to life-threatening lows. The system has knocked out electricity for more than one million customers across the mid-Atlantic, South, and Midwest, while…
- January 26, 2026 6:05 am·

Minnesota officials demand answers after fatal shooting of Alex Pretti sparks outrage
Minnesota officials are pressing for full transparency and accountability following the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Alex Jeffrey Pretti by a federal agent in south Minneapolis, an incident that has triggered protests, lawsuits, and intense scrutiny of federal immigration enforcement tactics. The shooting marked the second fatal incident involving a federal…
- January 26, 2026 6:00 am·

Former special counsel Jack Smith testifies at House hearing regarding Trump investigations
Former special counsel Jack Smith appeared publicly before the House Judiciary Committee on Thursday for the first time, forcefully defending his investigations into Donald Trump and warning that the rule of law in the United States must not be taken for granted. Smith oversaw two federal probes that led to…
- January 23, 2026 6:05 am·

First trilateral talks between US/Russia/Ukraine to be held in UAE
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced Thursday that representatives from Ukraine, Russia and the United States will hold their first-ever trilateral talks in the United Arab Emirates this week, marking a potentially significant step in efforts to end the nearly four-year war. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland,…
- January 23, 2026 6:00 am·

House Oversight Committee to depose Ghislaine Maxwell on Feb. 9
The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee plans to depose Ghislaine Maxwell on Feb. 9 as part of its ongoing investigation into the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. According to a source familiar with the planning, the deposition will be conducted virtually. Maxwell was convicted in 2022 of helping…
- January 22, 2026 6:05 am·
National Sports

Buffalo Bills sign OC Joe Brady to five-year contract as new head coach
The Buffalo Bills have named offensive coordinator Joe Brady as their next head coach, signing him to a five-year deal, the team announced Tuesday. Brady takes over following the dismissal of Sean McDermott, who was let go after Buffalo’s overtime loss to the Denver Broncos in the AFC divisional round.…
- January 28, 2026 5:55 am·

Coco Gauff eliminated from 2026 Australian Open after loss to Elina Svitolina
Elina Svitolina dominated in a 59 minute semifinal match to eliminate Coco Gauff from the 2026 Australian Open, winning with a 6-1, 6-2 victory. The Ukrainian’s sharp returning, steady baseline play, and relentless pressure proved too much for the third-seeded American, whose hopes of a first Australian Open title were…
- July 8, 2024 2:27 pm·

San Francisco Giants sign free-agent center fielder Harrison Bader to two-year, $20.5M deal
The San Francisco Giants have agreed to a two-year contract with free-agent center fielder Harrison Bader, valued at $20.5 million with incentives that could push it slightly higher, according to multiple reports. The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal was first to report the news: “free-agent outfielder Harrison Bader in agreement with Giants…
- January 27, 2026 5:55 am·

Los Angeles Chargers sign defensive lineman Teair Tart to 3-year extension worth up to $37.5M
The Los Angeles Chargers have signed defensive tackle Teair Tart to a three-year contract extension, that can reach $37.5 million and includes $20 million in guaranteed money, sources told ESPN. Tart acknowledged the agreement on social media, sharing the message “Bolt Up!” shortly after the news became public. Tart’s return…
- January 27, 2026 5:50 am·

Seattle Seahawks headed to Super Bowl LX after defeating LA Rams in NFC Championship Game
The Seattle Seahawks are headed back to the Super Bowl after surviving a dramatic 31-27 victory over the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship Game on Sunday night, setting up a highly anticipated clash with the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Feb. 8 in Santa Clara.…
- January 26, 2026 5:55 am·

New England Patriots beat Denver Broncos 10-7 to advance to Super Bowl LX
In a frigid, snow-swept battle at Empower Field at Mile High, the New England Patriots edged the Denver Broncos 10-7 in the AFC Championship Game, clinching a trip to Super Bowl LX and continuing the franchise’s return to championship form. Patriots’ QB Drake Maye, making his first AFC Championship appearance,…
- January 26, 2026 5:50 am·

Christian McCaffrey, Drake Maye and Matthew Stafford among finalists for 2025 NFL MVP award
The NFL on Thursday unveiled the full slate of finalists for its eight major Associated Press awards, setting the stage for the annual NFL Honors ceremony on Feb. 5 in San Francisco. The event, hosted by Jon Hamm, will celebrate the league’s top performers from the 2025 regular season, with…
- January 23, 2026 5:55 am·

Lindsey Vonn, Mikaela Shiffrin and Chloe Kim lead Winter Olympic Ski & Snowboard Team
U.S. Ski & Snowboard on Thursday announced a 97-member roster that will represent the United States at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. The team includes 73 skiers and 24 snowboarders who will compete from Feb. 6–22 across venues in Milan, Cortina d’Ampezzo, Bormio, Livigno, Val di Fiemme and Valtellina,…
- January 23, 2026 5:50 am·

New York Mets acquire outfielder Luis Robert Jr. in trade with Chicago White Sox
The New York Mets have acquired center fielder Luis Robert Jr. from the Chicago White Sox, sending infielder Luisangel Acuña and right-handed pitching prospect Truman Pauley to Chicago. Robert, 28, debuted with Chicago in 2020, winning a Gold Glove and finishing second in AL Rookie of the Year voting. He…
- January 22, 2026 5:55 am·
Entertainment Headlines

‘Nobody Wants This’ renewed for Season 3 on Netflix
Netflix has renewed ‘Nobody Wants This’ for a third season, scheduled to air sometime in 2026. News of the series’ renewal dropped on social media, with a video of series star Kristen Bell telling co-stars Adam Brody, Timothy Simons, Jackie Tohn and Justine Lupe on individual FaceTime calls that they…
- January 28, 2026 5:20 am·

Charli xcx film ‘The Moment’ debuts at Sundance Film Festival
More than a year after her ‘brat’ summer Charlie xcx will star in The Moment, A24’s ‘mockumentary’ which just debuted at the Sundance Film Festival, and will be released in select theaters on January 30th. Written/directed by Aidan Zamiri and Bertie Brandes, The Moment is based on an original idea…
- January 28, 2026 4:20 am·

‘Minecraft 2’ sequel film officially greenlit by Warner Bros. Pictures
A sequel to the hugely successful 2025 Minecraft movie has been greenlit by Warner Bros. Pictures. Titled Minecraft 2, the sequel film is scheduled for release in July 2027. In a post on Instagram, Minecraft announced it is “building terrain” for the second film based on the popular video game,…
- January 27, 2026 5:10 am·

Kanye West apologizes for antisemitic rants caused by bipolar disorder in Wall Street Journal ad
Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, has issued a sweeping public apology in a full-page advertisement in The Wall Street Journal, expressing deep regret for the antisemitic remarks and erratic behavior that defined his highly controversial actions in 2025. The open letter, titled “To Those I’ve Hurt,” was…
- January 27, 2026 5:00 am·

Michael B. Jordan, Juno Temple lead voice cast for animated film ‘Swapped’ on Netflix
Michael B. Jordan and Juno Temple will leading the voice cast for the upcoming animated Netflix movie, Swapped, directed by Nathan Greno. The film follows a small woodland creature (Jordan) who swaps bodies with its sworn enemy, a large majestic bird (Temple). The streamer also announced that Cedric the Entertainer…
- January 26, 2026 5:20 am·

See Rachel McAdams, Dylan O’Brien in the trailer for ‘Send Help’
The trailer has been released for Sam Raimi‘s horror feature Send Help, starring Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien as feuding colleagues stranded on a deserted island. The trailer opens with McAdams’ character, Linda Liddle, being ridiculed by her boss, Bradley Preston (O’Brien). They later board a small jet for a…
- January 26, 2026 5:10 am·

2026 Oscar nominees: ‘Sinners’ breaks record with 16 nominations
The nominees for the 98th Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, with Danielle Brooks (“The Color Purple”) and Lewis Pullman (“Thunderbolts*”) revealing the list of nominees from the Samuel Goldwyn Theater at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences headquarters in Beverly Hills, Calif. Director Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ leads…
- January 23, 2026 5:20 am·

Teyana Taylor, Alexander Skarsgård to host, Cardi B as musical guest for upcoming ‘SNL’ episodes
Saturday Night Live will feature a star-studded lineup of hosts and musical guests for its last two episodes in January. One Battle After Another star Teyana Taylor will make her debut as guest host on Jan. 24, with hipster indie rock band Geese as musical guest for the first time;…
- January 23, 2026 4:20 am·

Professor X, Magneto, and Cyclops return in new ‘Avengers: Doomsday” teaser
The X-Men are officially back, with Patrick Stewart’s Professor Charles Xavier and Ian McKellan’s Magneto returning in a new teaser for Avengers: Doomsday, which also features James Marsden’s Cyclops. It was also previously confirmed that a number of X-Men characters will return, played by their original actors; including: Kelsey Grammer (Beast),…
- January 22, 2026 5:20 am·