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

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  South Carolina intersections are getting a new traffic signal.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  A man who drove away and then later ran from officers at a Williamsburg County checkpoint has died after being shocked four times with a stun gun.

Friday, April 12, 2013  As an effort to be more visible in the community, The Richland County Sheriff's Department will keep the blue lights on their cars on at all times.

Tuesday, March 19, 2013  Authorities say an Elgin Town Councilman has been arrested again. This time, he is accused of assaulting his wife.

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.

Friday, February 15, 2013  But despite the cruise mishap, at Classic Travel in Columbia, Manager Debra Morris said the past week has been business as usual.

Friday, February 15, 2013  Hundreds of women took part in the One Billion Rising flash mob event at the Statehouse Thursday.

Monday, February 11, 2013  Sign companies now have permission to put up digital billboards around Florence County, although a new county ordinance governs their use.

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

Friday, January 25, 2013  The state Department of Transportation estimates needing an additional $1.5 billion yearly over 20 years to bring roads to "good" condition.

Friday, January 04, 2013  A teenager has been charged with causing a fire that has left a Charleston-area family homeless.

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.

Friday, August 17, 2012  A volunteer firefighter in York County has been charged with impersonating a police officer in a traffic stop.

Friday, August 03, 2012  The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday, August 2, 2012 shortly after 8:30 p.m. at 1351 Jim Hamilton Boulevard.