Stroke Awareness Month: SC DPH stresses prevention, early detection
May is National Stroke Awareness Month, and the South Carolina Dept. of Public Health (DPH) is recognizing the stroke care and prevention efforts.
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Lawmakers seek investigation into South Carolina's firing squad execution
Two South Carolina legislators have requested an investigation into the state's firing squad execution last month after lawyers for the inmate said his autopsy showed the shots nearly missed his heart and left him in extreme pain for up to a minute.
2 people injured after Booker Street shooting, 1 dead
The Columbia Police Department is investigating a shooting along Booker street.
Orangeburg Co. deputies make seventh arrest deadly motel shooting
A seventh suspect is in custody in connection to a deadly motel shooting in the area.
"Logan Strong" -- Bond not yet set for accused murderer as Federico family grapples with loss
"My wife Melissa grabbed me and we said this, 'Today - 'Logan Strong.' That's what we're going with from here on out. Representing her professionally with integrity and to make sure that no stone gets unturned," Stephen Federico says.
135 new jobs coming to the Midlands
135 new jobs are coming to the Midlands.
Clarendon County deputies searching for person accused of burglary at body shop
Clarendon County deputies are searching for a person accused of burglary at a body shop, said CCSO.
Murder suspect accused of killing North Carolina woman appears in court Tuesday
The man accused of shooting and killing a North Carolina woman during a home invasion in Columbia was in court on Tuesday, May 13.
Local Living: Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office hosting Summer camp
Local Living: Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office hosting Summer camp
Lexington PD: All lanes open after collision on South Lake Drive/US-1 at I-20
Lexington Police say all lanes are open after a collision on South Lake Drive/US-1 at I-20 caused an inbound and outbound lane to be closed.
Man arrested in connection with home invasions, deputies say
RCSD says a man has been arrested in relation to reports of two separate home invasions.
Man arrested after domestic violence incident at apartment complex, deputies say
Richland County deputies say a man has been arrested in relation to a domestic violence incident on Sunday.
City of West Columbia announces parks reopen
The City of West Columbia has announced that parks are reopened after closing on Monday due to inclement weather.
President Trump signs executive order to lower prescription drug prices
President Trumps signs an executive order aiming to lower prescription drug prices
Dominion Energy brings energy-saving program to Pelion
Dominion Energy is brings their energy saving program to eligible residents in Pelion
Local Living: Community yard sale
Local Living: Community yard sale
3 more arrested after April 5 shootout on Blythewood Road
Richland County deputies say three more suspects are in custody in connection with a shootout in Blythewood in April.
Columbia-Richland firefighters responded to deadly Gadsden fire
Columbia-Richland firefighters responded to a deadly house fire in Gadsden on Sunday, May 11.
Several people arrested after incident in Lee County Dollar Tree parking lot
Lee County deputies have arrested several suspects after an incident at a Dollar Tree over the weekend.
40 states see gas price decline; South Carolina among those benefiting from the trend
The average price of gas in South Carolina has fallen in the past week despite oil prices jumping more than $4 per barrel, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,028 gas stations in South Carolina.
SC DPH urges women to prioritize well-being during National Women's Health Week
The South Carolina Department of Public Health is reminding women to take care of their mental and physical health this National Women's Health Week.
SC Treasurer announces National 529 Day celebration with college savings grant
On Monday, State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced the return of the PalmettoBaby Grant Program in celebration of National 529 Day.
SCSM launches Summer Nights at the Museum
South Carolina State Museum is inviting guest to enjoy after-hours Friday night fun at the museum.
SCDOT to temporarily close, detour part of SC 773 in Newberry County for bridge work
The South Carolina Department of Transportation will close and detour part of SC 773 in Newberry County to perform work on the bridge over I-26, said SCDOT.
Death of inmate at Lee Correctional Institution confirmed as natural causes
According to the SC Department of Corrections, 40-year-old Leo Jermaine Cheeks was found unresponsive in his cell at Lee Correctional Institution on Friday night.
