TSA releases data for number of firearms found at SC security checkpoints in 2023
The Transportation Security Administration has released new data showing how many firearms were discovered in carry-on luggage in 2023.
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TSA checkpoint firearm detections in S.C. trend upward; 42 so far in 2023
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officials say firearms detections in South Carolina are on an upward trend.
Columbia man sentenced nearly 5 years for theft of firearms from retail store
A Columbia man was sentenced to 57 months in federal prison for stealing two shotguns and two rifles from a retail store.
Global firearms manufacturer expanding Richland Co. operations
Global firearms manufacturer FN America, LLC announced plans to expand its Richland Co. operations.
CDC: Firearms leading cause of childhood deaths in 2021
According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, firearms were the leading cause of death among children and adolescents in 2021, for the second year in a row.
According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, firearms were the leading cause of death among children and adolescents in 2021, for the second year in a row.
Columbia Police: Teens charged in weapons and burglary investigation
Columbia Police have arrested three juveniles and an adult for multiple home burglaries and vehicle break-ins where firearms and valuables were stolen.
Columbia Police have arrested three juveniles and an adult for multiple home burglaries and vehicle break-ins where firearms and valuables were stolen.
SC airport security checkpoints saw increase of firearm discoveries in 2022
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at SC airports reported 79 firearms were found in travelers' carry-on luggage in 2022 during security checkpoint screenings.
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at SC airports reported 79 firearms were found in travelers’ carry-on luggage in 2022 during security checkpoint screenings.
Narcotics investigation leads to seizure of drugs and 30 firearms
Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Department arrested Samuel Braxton, 25, for trafficking marijuana and possession of a weapon during a violent crime
Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Department arrested Samuel Braxton, 25, for trafficking marijuana and possession of a weapon during a violent crime
