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

Tuesday, June 18, 2013  The interim director of the South Carolina Emergency Management Division has been given the job permanently.

Wednesday, June 05, 2013  Despite four chasers being killed by tornados recently, storm chasing plays an important role in weather research.

Tuesday, June 04, 2013  A tornado struck Orangeburg County on Tuesday afternoon causing some damage.

Tuesday, June 04, 2013  Dangerous thrills: After deaths of pro storm chasers, industry questions risks and motivations

Monday, June 03, 2013  The National Weather Service has confirmed a tornado touched down in Anderson County.

Monday, June 03, 2013  Severe storms over in East and South, but more rain and winds coming; Oklahoma death toll up to 13

Saturday, June 01, 2013  Now that the 2013 hurricane season has officially begun, we want to make sure your supply closet is stocked with the basics as well as the latest gear to keep your family safe and comfortable.

Friday, May 31, 2013  One death reported related to Thursday's severe weather.

Friday, May 24, 2013  Despite life-saving potential, many states and cities reluctant to mandate home storm shelters

Thursday, May 23, 2013  South Carolina is celebrating its 225th birthday as a U.S. state.

Wednesday, May 22, 2013  Exactly how do desperate parents know when it's best to leave their children in a presumably safe place or race into the face of danger?

Tuesday, May 21, 2013  The National Weather Service says that the tornado that devastated Moore, Okla., topped the scale as an EF5.

Tuesday, May 21, 2013  Death toll was corrected and lowered to 24 people, including 7 children.

Tuesday, May 21, 2013  The storm's death toll was corrected and lowered to 24, including 7 children.

Tuesday, May 21, 2013  Associated Press photographer's first-person account of efforts to rescue chidlren and staff in a collapsed school.