"The Newberry community has been deeply impacted by this weekend’s events, which has led to the loss of four young lives. No parent, friend, teacher is ever prepared to face a tragedy like this. I want to thank the local law enforcement agencies for their work and support and we will continue to work with them to make certain our schools are safe and secure."
Newberry County Coroner Laura Kneece released the names of four people who were killed in two weekend shooting incidents that took place within hours of each other.
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office says a man is facing several charges after a traffic stop led to the discovery of drugs as well as stolen catalytic converters and a pressure washer.
Law enforcement agencies across the state are encouraging South Carolinians to participate in Drug Take Back Day this weekend. It's a chance for residents to safely get rid of their unwanted and unused medications to help prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths.
SLED says a 35-year-old Newberry County woman is charged with assault and battery after an incident involving a four-year-old in her care at Rueben Elementary School.
Newberry College is holding a forum on the aftermath of the 2015 racist massacre at a Charleston church from the perspective of the church and the officers who responded and investigated the shooting.
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says three additional men have been arrested in connection with an operation targeting online child predators.
According to South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, three Midlands men have been arrested on charges related to the exploitation of minors. Authorities say the arrests are from unrelated investigations.