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GM issues recall for 40,000 cars and SUVs

GM says a faulty fuel pump in those vehicles could crack and cause a potentially dangerous fuel leak.

Improvement grant update for Decker Boulevard

Officials in Richland County will give an update on how an improvement grant is being used to spruce up Decker Boulevard.

Auditor: It will be years to fix SC State finances

ORANBEBURG, S.C. (AP) — An auditor for South Carolina State University says it will take years to clear up the finances at the Orangeburg school.

Changes to Medicare Coming Monday

Medicare says it's changing the way they do business which could mean changes for how often you go to the hospital.

Sled Impersonator Sought by Police

The Greer Police Department is searching for a man accused of impersonating an officer.

Fall Foliage Expected to Change Sooner this Year

The cooler weather is just one indicator that fall is here, but soon experts say you'll be able to see some colorful changes as well.

USC hosts event on Latino literature, education

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The University of South Carolina is hosting a two-day conference on the education of Latino children and how literature portrays them and their parents.

Construction to close bridge in Pomaria

Construction for a portion of US 176 in Newberry County will force the closure of a bridge in Pomaria.

Voter Registration deadline approaching

If you are planning to vote in the General Election this November and have not registered, you are running out of time.

SC community hosts military appreciation picnic

SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. (AP) — The community near Shaw Air Force is hosting its fourth annual military appreciation day picnic.

Greer cops seek man who impersonated SLED officer

Police in Greer say they looking for a man who impersonated a State Law Enforcement Division officer and followed a woman to her home.

Lemur exhibit gives boost to SC Aquarium

A popular exhibit featuring the animals of Madagascar has given the South Carolina Aquarium a boost this year.

Clemson Professor: Brighter Colors for Fall

It's been a dry summer in the Carolinas, and that weather could lead to brighter - and earlier - fall colors. Clemson University professor Victor Shelburne says the most vibrant colors come when a dry summer is followed by crisp autumn nights.

Phone Scam:Kershaw County Alert

The person on the other end of the line may not be who they say they are. Kershaw County Sheriff Jim Matthews says they have received complaints of someone calling residents claiming to be from the sheriff's department.

Palmetto Health Baptist Parkridge Construction Update

Palmetto Health Baptist Parkridge is one step closer to completion. A topping out ceremony is set for Tuesday.

Okra Strut Finds A New Home

It's official! The annual Irmo Okra Strut has finally found a place to call home after 4 years of different locations.

Viva La Vista celebrating Vista vendors

The annual Viva La Vista festival is underway in downtown Columbia.

Ex-coach in sex abuse case in protective custody

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A former Charleston area teacher and coach who pleaded guilty to nearly two dozen child sex charges is being held in protective custody at a state prison in Columbia.

Haley opens door to constituents in Sumter

SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley is scheduled to make a stop in Sumter and give constituents a chance to sit down and chat.

SC health officials urging rabies awareness

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina health officials are hoping to raise awareness of efforts to wipe out rabies.

Clemson reports 2 positive drug tests out of 832

CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) _ Clemson officials say the school's athletes failed two of the 832 drug tests given from July 2011 through June of this year.

Spurrier vs. Morris: Fans React

We took the drama between State Newspaper Columnist and South Carolina Head Football Coach Steve Spurrier, to Gamecock Nation to see what fans had to say.

SC Woman Charged with Neglect at Preschool

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) _ A Myrtle Beach woman has been accused of infant neglect at a church preschool center. Forty-six-year-old Mary Lynn Boggs is charged with illegal neglect of a child after parents called police last week to complain.