Latest local news, weather and high school sports from the Midlands

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  The Congaree National Park southeast of Columbia is expecting floodwaters over most of its trails this week.

Friday, March 08, 2013  As we wrap up Severe Weather Awareness Week, we want to make sure you are all set up to stay connected. In sudden severe weather, such as a tornado or flash flood, your best defence is being informed and having a plan in place for your family.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  A soggy pattern is headed for the Midlands.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  Beauty can be found anywhere if you're looking, even in an isolated community on the edge of Earth. Some call it the swamp. Some call it the bayou. A little girl named Hushpuppy called it home.

Wednesday, January 30, 2013  A strong line of storms passed through the Midlands Wednesday.

Friday, January 04, 2013  A $9.7 billion measure to pay flood insurance claims, which amounts to just a down payment on a multibillion aid commitment, is expected to be approved by the House on Friday.

Monday, November 05, 2012  Commuters streaming into New York City on Monday endured long waits and crowded trains, giving the recovering transit system a stress test a week after Superstorm Sandy ravaged the eastern third of the country, with New York and New Jersey bearing the brunt of the destruction.

Thursday, November 01, 2012  The first medical office in the nation to earn the Fortified for Safer Business designation is opening in Florence.

Tuesday, October 30, 2012  Superstorm Sandy rolls inland as East Coast assesses havoc that monstrous hybrid wrought

Tuesday, October 02, 2012  A line of heavy storms has knocked down trees and power lines and damaged more than a dozen homes in the Anderson area.

Monday, September 17, 2012  More than 6 inches of rain fell in Lancaster and Chesterfield counties, causing flash floods.

Thursday, August 30, 2012  South Carolina's lower-than-expected surplus means $15 million worth of projects disappears from the state budget.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012  Isaac continues to bring major problems with flooding and tornados in the Gulf.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012  Isaac spins into New Orleans; officials consider intentional levee breach in rural Louisiana

Wednesday, August 29, 2012  Updated with video: Water driven by the large and powerful storm flooded over an 18-mile stretch of one levee in Plaquemines Parish south of New Orleans.