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Thursday, March 21, 2013  Authorities say the mother of a 2-year-old boy has been charged with neglect in his death because she locked him in a bedroom and didn't check on him even after hearing a loud noise from the room.

Thursday, March 21, 2013  Three teens have been arrested by Kershaw County Sheriff's Office investigators in connection with a string of automobile break-ins.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013  Authorities say a 2-year-old boy has died after a chest of drawers fell on him as he played in his Landrum home.

Friday, February 01, 2013  The loss of a South Congaree Police Department K-9 Officer is affecting not only the small department, but the community as well.

Wednesday, January 23, 2013  Dozens of states have slashed spending on mental health care over the last four years, either because of the recession's toll on revenue or a new zeal to shrink government.

Tuesday, January 01, 2013  Chandler Catanzaro kicks a 37-yard field goal as time winds down to give No. 14 Clemson a wild 25-24 win over No. 9 Louisiana State in the Chick-fil-A Bowl on Monday night.

Tuesday, September 18, 2012  A mother who says her children have been bullied on the school bus is suing the Beaufort County School District.

Wednesday, August 08, 2012  Zinah Jennings appeared in court for a pre-trial hearing Wednesday morning. Nineteen exhibits including the pictures and State Law Enforcement Division documents were presented during the hearing.

Friday, April 06, 2012  Diamond Pet Foods says it is voluntarily recalling its Diamond Naturals Lamb Meal & Rice dry dog food because the product may be contaminated with salmonella.

Thursday, January 19, 2012  The Army's top enlisted leader says the smaller Army of the future will still require new professional soldiers.

Thursday, January 19, 2012  The Army's top enlisted man is scheduled to visit Fort Jackson Thursday.

Thursday, September 08, 2011  Spartanburg-based textile manufacturer Milliken & Co. has elected banking and insurance executive Harold Chandler as its non-executive chairman of the board.

Thursday, June 30, 2011  Parents,lawmakers and child safety advocates are sending a powerful message about ATV safety in South Carolina.

Tuesday, June 14, 2011  Black berets may soon be harder to spot on troops at Fort Jackson and all Army soldiers.

Wednesday, February 23, 2011  Updated with video. Friends say 4 Americans killed by Somali pirates knew of dangers but were experienced, careful.