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Watch: Study: Doctors warn dangers of kids and energy drinks

(CNN) – A recent study found that over 40% of all energy drink-related calls to poison control centers in the U.S. were for kids under six years old, many of them suffering serious nervous system and heart symptoms. Pediatrician Dr. Jennifer Shu says, “A can or a bottle of an energy drink could have as much as 500mg of caffeine,…

Watch: Two Arrested for Trafficking $200k in Counterfeit Merchandise

Richland County, S.C. (WOLO) — Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott said Tuesday that this is the second time Michael and Shea Bradley have faced charges for trafficking counterfeit merchandise. After authorities seized more than $200,000 in counterfeit goods from their shop last week, Lott is looking to make this a federal case. Forty-five boxes filled with fake name brand items….

Haley Orders Agencies to Inventory State Phones, Vehicles

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley has ordered her Cabinet agencies to audit employees’ use of taxpayer-funded phones, computers and vehicles. The executive order requires the agencies to complete their inventory and report any potential savings by Dec. 31. It specifies the review must include cellphones, landline phones, desktop printers, laptops and state vehicles. Asked whether there…

Watch: South Carolina Implements Clear Bag Policy for Ticketed Athletic Events

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you’re headed to a University of South Carolina Athletic event, you might want to leave the purse and bookbag at home. The University Athletics Department is now implementing a clear bag policy for all ticketed athletic events. The policy will take effect in the 2016-17 season. According to officials, the policy will limit the size and…

Suspects Allegedly Sought More Than Chicken During Restaurant Burglary

ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WOLO) – Suspects wanted by the Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office wanted more than chicken after breaking into the local Chick-fil-A early Monday. Police say surveillance cameras captured the pair crawling across the floor of the St. Matthews Road eatery just after 4 a.m. The suspects broke a window to gain entry to the store and are seen making their way to an…

Watch: New Columbia YMCA Opens

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Get ready to exercise downtown Columbia. The New YMCA Columbia is now open. YMCA officials held a grand opening this week for the new location at Bull and Hampton streets. The YMCA will offer all the amenities to help with your health, including exercise classes, a gym and other wellness programs. Categories: Local News, News Tags: YMCA