3 deputies arrested after making hoax phone calls about dead bodies, warrants say
Three sheriff's deputies in South Carolina have been arrested after they reported a dead body in what investigators said were hoax phone calls in four small towns.
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Popular child asthma med pulled from store shelves
Doctors, nurses and parents are scrambling now that one of the most commonly prescribed childhood asthma medications is no longer being manufactured in the U.S.
Shoplifting suspect accused of fleeing police before crashing with children inside
The Forest Acres Police Department says a shoplifting suspect led them on a chase through the entire city before police say the female suspect crashed the car she was driving with her four children inside.
Sumter Police: Missing autistic, nonverbal teenager found safe
The Sumter Police Department says a teenage boy living with autism & is non-verbal has been found safe.
Cayce Police Department starts new program to help elderly population
“After visiting with my grandmother and noticing that she needed some help, I brought it to the chief’s attention," Riley said.
Higher restaurant prices make dining out pricey
If you’re planning a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner out be prepared to dig down a little deeper.
1 in 3 teens experience relationship abuse, say violence prevention advocates
In an effort to provide resources to young adults and promote healthy relationships, the city will hold an event for teenagers called "Leap of Love" on February 15th from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Brookland Baptist Church.
Expect to pay more for Valentine's Day candy this year
Some special Valentine’s Day editions of popular candies appear to be priced higher than about the same amount of their regular versions.
Ride-sharing platform drivers to strike on V-Day
Thousands of drivers for ride sharing and food delivery services in the U.S. and the UK are expected to strike on Valentine’s Day.
Open gun carry proposal in South Carolina on the ropes as conservatives fight among themselves
A proposal to allow any legal gun owner to openly carry their weapon in public without training is struggling to pass through South Carolina's General Assembly as Republicans and gun rights supporters argue among themselves.
Medical Marijuana once again clears SC Senate, heads to House
Tuesday afternoon the bill passed a second reading by a vote of 26 to 17.
South Carolina Board of Education advances regulations for book challenges
On Tuesday, the State Board of Education passed a regulation that would make books in public South Carolina schools and classroom libraries controlled by the state instead of the school board.
Biden says Trump sowing doubts about US commitment to NATO is 'un-American'
President Joe Biden on Tuesday said Donald Trump's comments calling into question the U.S. commitment to defend its NATO allies from attack were “dangerous” and “un-American,”.
Nikki Haley stumps in her small hometown of Bamberg ahead of South Carolina's GOP primary
Nikki Haley made a campaign stop Tuesday in her hometown of Bamberg.
Race to succeed George Santos in Congress reaches stormy climax in New York's suburbs
Former U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi, a Democrat, faces off with Republican Mazi Pilip, a county lawmaker, in a race for a House seat that became vacant when George Santos was expelled from Congress.
Portion of West Columbia Riverwalk closed due to flooding
City of West Columbia officials say a portion of the West Columbia Riverwalk is closed temporarily to due flooding.
US inflation slows but remains elevated in sign that price pressures are easing only gradually
Consumer inflation in the United States cooled last month yet remained elevated in the latest sign that the pandemic-fueled price surge is only gradually and fitfully coming under control.
Dairy recall for listeria risk expanded
A recall of more than 4 dozen dairy products for potential contamination of listeria has expanded to more than 5 dozen.
380K refrigerators recalled due to laceration, choke risk
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a major recall involving a popular refrigerator brand.
'Waste Management Phoenix Open' gets out of control
(Phoenix) -This next story falls under three words, out of control. The PGA tournament is typically a fun environment with a penchant for good play. Saturday this was not the case. The…
