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Orangeburg Law Enforcement Complex offices closed May 1—2

The Orangeburg Co. Law Enforcement Complex offices are closed to the public May 1—2 for upgrades to the electrical system.

Tim Scott sets May 22 announcement for 2024 presidential bid

Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina is nearly ready to reveal his decision on entering the race for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, saying Sunday that he would make an announcement on May 22.

School district releases statement on Meadowlake Park shooting

Superintendent says there will be added security at two district schools

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US adult cigarette smoking rate hits new all-time low

U.S. adults are smoking less

Lexington deputies seek suspect in weekend shooting

Investigators say deputies responded to The Hidden Tavern on Wing Hill Rd. around 2:20 Saturday morning after reports of a fight.

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What to know about tick, Lyme season following a mild winter

After a mild winter in the U.S., scientists are watching to see if there will be an uptick in ticks this year

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What GDP is and why it matters

While imperfect, the metric carries major real-world implications, experts said.

Health Minute: Yoga may help lower high blood pressure

Experts claim that practicing Yoga along with aerobic exercise may modestly help lower high blood pressure.

Multiple teens shot in Saturday morning shooting

The victims range in age from 16 to 20 years old.

Two women accused in the death of toddler

SLED has arrested two women in connection to the death of a two year old toddler.

Abortion ban bill fails in state Senate

The State Senate failed to pass a bill that would have banned abortion in the state.

Pentagon sees 1% rise in reports of sexual assault

(CNN) --- The Pentagon says the u-s military saw a one percent increase in reports of sexual assault last year. An annual fiscal year report found more than 73-hundred reports of sexual assault against…

American Heart Association and Ritedose Corporation team up for Field Day

The American Heart Association and the Ritedose Corporation on 1 Technology Circle in Columbia are teaming up for their first ever Field Day as a way to combat burnout, stress, and unhealthy habits.

CDC eases some vaccine rules for international travelers

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is easing up on vaccine requirements for international travelers.

Amazon reports $3.2 billion profit in first quarter of 2023

The start of 2023 has been good for online retailer Amazon, but not as good for thousands of its workers.

MTA suspends Twitter service alerts

North America's largest transportation network suspended its Twitter for service alerts Thursday saying, "the reliability of the platform can no longer be guaranteed."