Smoke Detectors Credited for Helping Save Lives in Recent Fire
Daylight Saving Time is this weekend and it's once again time to spring forward. This time of year also serves as a reminder to check smoke detector batteries.
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SC bill would yank benefits for failed drug tests
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A bill that would yank unemployment benefits from someone who fails an employer's drug test is advancing in the House.
Permanent Police Presence Now in Eastover
A changing of the guard in the small town of Eastover takes place and provides much needed police presence.
Suspect Arrested in Lexington Break-in.
Deputies in Lexington say an alert neighbor help nab a suspected burglar.
Georgia man dead in SC after fall from overpass
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — A Georgia man is dead after a fall from a railroad overpass in South Carolina.
2nd Arrest in Coastal Carolina Student Shooting
A second person has been charged with murder in the death of a Coastal Carolina University student.
Shaw AFB Gets Headquarters of New Fighter Group
A new Air Force unit is being activated at Shaw Air Force Base.
Behar to Leave "The View"
Joy Behar is changing her point of view.
Subaru Recalling Almost 50,000 Zombie Cars
Japanese carmaker Subaru is recalling nearly 50-thousand vehicles because they run the risk of starting themselves without human intervention.
Spring Forward before Bed Saturday Night
Here's an important reminder for this weekend.
Escaped Inmate Captured
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) -- Authorities have captured an inmate they say walked away from a pre-release center in Charleston.
Stolen Cookie Arrest
Investigators in Spartanburg say Christopher Morton of Woodruff is charged with stealing 19 thousand dollars worth of girl scout cookies.
Rabid Animals Found in Irmo
In about four months, a rabid racoon and two foxes have been found in the Irmo area.
Bill Would Keep Mentally Ill from Buying Guns
A group of bi-partisan senators has introduced legislation designed to prevent those who are mentally ill from buying guns, and a South Carolina republican lawmaker is spearheading what he hopes will become law.
Jellyfish Business Proposed for Beaufort County
BEAUFORT, S.C. (AP) _ A seafood processing company wants to bring a jellyfish processing plant to Beaufort County creating as many as 250 jobs.
Scott opening offices around South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's newest lawmaker in Washington is opening up new offices in his home state.
Awards going to top SC professors in ceremony
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Some of South Carolina's top educators are being honored at the Statehouse.
SC Legislature to take 2-week spring break
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Legislature is taking a two-week spring break, saving taxpayers nearly $150,000.
Woodruff Man Accused of Taking Girl Scout Cookies
A Woodruff man has been charged with taking about $19,000 in Girl Scout cookies from a Spartanburg warehouse.
Pharmaceutical company to invest $12.2M in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Officials say a pharmaceutical company is creating about 300 new jobs with an investment in Clarendon County.
Richland County gang unit receives top SC award
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Fighting gangs is a priority for Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott, and it shows.
Shot Fired At Columbia Hospital
Hospital officials say a guard fired a shot to subdue an inmate being treated at Palmetto Health Richland.
State Advances Bill on Electronic Cigarettes
Its appears that more and more people are turning to electronic cigarettes as a healthier way to light up. Still lawmakers are pushing a bill to keep it out of the hands of minors.
Rabies Warning In Irmo
Irmo residents need to be on the lookout for rabid animals. Police Chief Brian Buck says there have been three incidents of rabid animals since October.
Venezuela & Oil: Will U.S. Drivers Be Affected?
Venezuela, home to one of the world's largest crude oil reserves is in uncertain political times, but what about their oil supply?
