Slimming while being cheaper
Keeping your wasteline slim with the food options out there isn't easy, and being cheap is even harder, but Crysty Vaughan has some ideas for you in this Consumer Minute.
Calhoun News
Pain at the Pump: Prices up heading into Weekend
You may want to start saving. Gas prices are on the rise again.
July Hottest Month on Record
Summer is leaving its imprint across the country.
NTSB: Fan Shaft Failed on 787 during Taxi Test
The National Transportation Safety Board says a fan shaft failed on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner engine during a taxi test at Charleston International Airport.
Federal Cuts Threaten State's Military Jobs
South Carolina Republicans say impending across-the-board federal spending cuts will devastate South Carolina's military bases. Gov. Nikki Haley says the cuts would mean a loss of 14,000 jobs in South Carolina.
Prosecution: Human Remains Odor Found in Jennings' Car
New details revealed by prosecutors in the case against Zinah Jennings, mother of missing Midlands toddler Amir Jennings, show the odor of human remains were found in Jennings' car in December.
Man Sentenced to Decades in Prison for Heroin Case
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A North Charleston man has been sentenced to decades in prison for his role in a heron case. U.S. Attorney Bill Nettles says a judge on Tuesday sentenced 38-year-old Naarl Joseph Richard to nearly 22 years in prison.
Health Care Costs Rising for State Employees
South Carolina state employees will pay more for their health care next year after all, despite legislators passing a budget that covered premium hikes.
Saving on back to school items
Your kids are getting ready to go back to school, but the tax-free holiday has come and gone, and you realize you still need to pick up a few items. Those costs add up pretty quickly! How can you save? Crysty Vaughan has some answers in this Consumer Minute.
Parts of Assembly St. Remain Closed, City to Talk Repairs
Parts of Assembly St. will remain closed until further notice, according to a City of Columbia spokesperson.
West Columbia Issues Boil Advisory for Some Residents
A water main break is forcing some Midlands residents to boil their water.
Police: Midlands Man Uses Crow Bar on ATM
A West Columbia man is arrested for trying to break into a First Citizens Bank ATM with a crow bar.
Police Find Burned Female Victim's Body in Car
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says it found the body of a female victim inside a car in Christian Faith Fellowship Church's parking lot Tuesday night.
Man Found Dead in Lake Hartwell Near Seneca
SENECA, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a 52-year-old man who disappeared after walking away from his friends has been found dead in Lake Hartwell.
Sporting Events' Huge Midlands Impact
The most watched series of competitive sporting events in the world is definitely having a worldwide impact, especially in the Midlands, as local gyms and sporting organizations are seeing a peak in enrollment.
Shoe Style: Wearing the right shoe for your feet
With the summer months bringing lots of people outdoors, it's easy to slip on those sandals and flip-flops. ABC Columbia's Crysty Vaughan hears from the experts on which shoe is best for your health in our Consumer Minute.
1,000 New Jobs Coming to SC
Direct marketing company Red Ventures is expanding in Lancaster County and expects to add 1,000 employees over the next five years.
Same-Sex Rights Groups Hold Starbucks Appreciation Day
Same-sex marriage activists are planning to head to Starbucks and other brick and mortar stores in droves Tuesday.
Chapin Hosts Early National Night Out
National Night Out is typically held the first Tuesday in August, buy the Town of Chapin is getting an early start.
Palmetto Health Offers Infant CPR Class
You have a chance to learn how to save a baby's life during an emergency.
Public Opinion Wanted Regarding Feral Cats
The City of West Columbia wants your opinion.
Flesh-Eating Bacteria Kills Charleston Man
Authorities say a Charleston man has died after contracting flesh-eating bacteria.
Kershaw County Schools Change Meals
The Kershaw County School District (KCSD) will implement substantial changes to its school meal programs starting with the 2012-13 school year as part of federal requirements to improve students’ nutrition.
7-Year-Old is Ejected from SUV During Chase
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a 7-year-old girl was ejected from the SUV she was riding in during a crash after, she unbuckled her seat belt to throw marijuana out the window during a police chase.
Gov. Haley Comments on Temple Shooting
South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley was raised in the Sikh faith and is commenting on the deadly weekend shooting at a Sikh temple in Wisconsin.
