Tips to Prevent Backpack Injuries
As Midlands students get ready to head back to their classrooms, medical experts are offering parents a word of warning.
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SC man charged with murder Accused of Sexual Assault
A South Carolina man charged with homicide in an infant's 2009 death has been arrested again on allegations that he sexually assaulted an 8-year-old girl.
National Night Out Brings Community out in Droves
Saturday was the fifth annual National Night out celebration bringing hundreds from the community out to celebrate and enjoy their neighbors.
Man Charged in Shaking Death Heads Back to Court
An Orangeburg man charged in the shaking death of an infant back in 2009 is headed back to court accused of illegal sex acts with a minor.
West Nile Virus Sees Sharp Spike
It's being called one of the biggest spikes in cases of West Nile since 2004. Officials say they're still trying to figure out why so many more cases are being reported.
Police Release Sketch of Indecent Exposure Suspect
Police now have an idea of what a man look like, who allegedly exposed himself near a Columbia park.
Cruise Controversy in Charleston
Will you be cruising in Charleston? The Cruise Controversy in Charleston may not be settled until Fall.
1 arrested, 1 sought in Gilbert shooting death
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Investigators say two men killed a 72-year-old man in his Gilbert home because they wanted to take his money and painkillers.
Hands Across Sand event set for Folly Beach
FOLLY BEACH, S.C. (AP) — A Hands Across the Sand event is scheduled for Folly Beach and other shore communities around the nation.
Columbia holds kickoff for National Night Out
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Columbia is hosting a kickoff event for National Night Out.
Tobacco history of SC recalled at festival
CONWAY, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's history of growing tobacco is being celebrated this weekend.
Saturday Full of Bargains on Devine Street
If you're a bargain shopper, you may want to head over to Devine Street Saturday in Downtown Columbia.
Riverfront Park's North Entrance to Close
Starting next week, you'll need to use a different entrance to get into Riverfront Park.
1 Arrested, 1 Sought in Gilbert Shooting Death
Investigators say two men killed a 72-year-old man in his Gilbert home because they wanted to take his money and painkillers.
Tax Free Challenge: Under $100
Midlands shoppers are set to save big this weekend. Shoppers will enjoy not paying sales tax and many sale items including some on clearance!
Kiss-In Protest at Chick-fil-A
National Same Sex Kiss Day makes its mark in many parts of the country, including the Midlands. However, a local consumer expert says the gay marriage debate is less about political or moral beliefs and more about the almighty dollar.
Rock Hill pedestrian killed near spot husband died
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say a 57-year-old Rock Hill woman has been struck and killed by a car just two blocks from where her husband died after being hit by a van eight years ago.
Lamar police chief charged with ethics violations
LAMAR, S.C. (AP) — The police chief of Lamar has been cited for 33 ethics violations stemming from his recent run for Darlington County Sheriff.
Celtic's Chris Wilcox lends hand on Grand Strand
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) — Chris Wilcox of the Boston Celtics is giving back to residents of South Carolina's Grand Strand.
90-year-old SC man charged with killing wife
BEAUFORT, S.C. (AP) — A 90-year-old Hilton Head Island man has been charged with murder in the death of his wife in June.
Women charged with several burglaries around SC
PICKENS, S.C. (AP) — Pickens County sheriff's deputies say they have put a stop to a pair of women who burglarized homes in a half-dozen counties across South Carolina.
Regulators again seek public comment on terminal
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — State regulators are asking for comment on a revised permit for South Carolina's proposed $35 million cruise terminal in Charleston. And it appears it could be late fall before a decision is made on the project that's sparked lawsuits in both state and federal court.
SC hospital makes changes after rare brain disease
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Greenville hospital plans to increase the temperature used to sterilize its surgical instruments after a patient was discovered to have a rare brain disease that is always fatal.
Women Charged with Several Burglaries Around SC
PICKENS, S.C. (AP) _ Pickens County sheriff's deputies say they have put a stop to a pair of women who burglarized homes in a half-dozen counties across South Carolina. Investigators said 41-year-old Brenda Branham was arrested in Pickens County and 53-year-old Carolyn Rodriguez was arrested in Horry County.
Couple Carjacked in Midlands Intersection at Red Light
A man and woman are carjacked at gunpoint while waiting for a red light in Columbia.
