LRADAC holds annual Black Balloon Day
The Lexington and Richland Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council, more commonly known as LRADAC, held its annual Black Balloon Day to honor lives lost to a drug overdose.
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SC House passes liquor liability bill to curb insurance costs for bars, restaurants
The liquor liability bill, a piece of legislation targeted at addressing skyrocketing insurance costs faced by bars and restaurants, was passed by the South Carolina House of Representatives Thursday.
Trump changes course and delays some tariffs on Mexico and Canada
President Donald Trump on Thursday postponed 25% tariffs on many imports from Mexico and some imports from Canada for a month amid widespread fears of the economic fallout from a broader trade war.
The House censures Democratic Rep. Al Green for disrupting Trump's joint address to Congress
The House on Thursday voted to censure an unrepentant Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, for disrupting President Donald Trump's address to Congress.
South Carolina Supreme Court rejects man's final appeal, clearing way for firing squad execution
The South Carolina Supreme Court has rejected what is likely the final appeal of condemned man Brad Sigmon, clearing the way for Friday's firing squad execution.
Trudeau expects a trade war between Canada and the US for the 'foreseeable future'
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Thursday he expects Canada and the U.S. to be in a trade war for the foreseeable future after having what he called a colorful but constructive call with U.S. President Donald Trump this week.
Hamas brushes off Trump's threat and says it will only free hostages in return for a lasting truce
Hamas on Thursday brushed off President Donald Trump's latest threat and reiterated that it will only free the remaining Israeli hostages in exchange for a lasting ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
Toys are expected to cost more by fall due to new US tariffs on Chinese imports
As toy inventors, toy manufacturers and buyers for stores that sell toys met for a four-day annual trade show in New York last weekend, a topic besides which items were destined for holiday wish lists permeated the displays.
Actor Steve Carell sends Southern California H.S. students to prom for free
(ABC News) --LOS ANGELES -- Actor Steve Carell is sending Southern California…
SCDOT swears in two commissioners
The South Carolina Department of Transportation swore in two of its Commissioners Wednesday
Apple unveils new iPad Air
Days after announcing a new, and cheaper smartphone Apple has unveiled its latest iPad Air.
Taco Bell sales grow
Taco Bell is "crunching" the competition.
McMaster, Massey push for tort reform, but others call proposed bill a "Trojan Horse"
"Please -- I hope somebody at that press conference can tell me how our citizens waiting 10 months helps anyone to get a valid insurance claim paid," says Attorney Christopher Pracht of Anderson.
Target faces 40-day boycott
Target is facing a 40-day consumer boycott over the company's shift away from diversity, equity and inclusion policies.
Private sector hiring plunges
Many job seekers are having a tough time finding a place to pick up a paycheck.
White House confirms direct talks with Hamas officials amid ceasefire uncertainty
The White House said Wednesday that U.S. officials have engaged in “ongoing talks and discussions” with Hamas officials, stepping away from a long-held U.S. policy of not directly engaging in the militant group.
Uber, Waymo roll out driverless rides in Austin
For the first time people in Austin, Texas can now call a ride without a driver.
Serena Williams becomes part owner in WNBA team
Serena Williams has gone from the tennis court to the basketball court.
Target warns about decline in consumer spending
Target is warning about consumer spending and the impact of tariffs.
Washington, DC, to remove 'Black Lives Matter' painting from street near White House, mayor says
The nation's capital city will remove the large painting of the words “Black Lives Matter” on a street one block from the White House as Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser struggles to fend off threats of encroachment from both President Donald Trump and the Republican-controlled Congress.
