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

Thursday, June 06, 2013  Five Points Business owners are preparing for the worst.

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?

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Update: SLED cancels endagered person advisory. Authorities believe McCranie is no longer in South Carolina and is now traveling in the Florida area.

Friday, May 03, 2013  A man whom students at several college campuses were warned to look out for has turned himself in to authorities.

Thursday, May 02, 2013  Clemson University is telling its students to watch out for a 23-year-old man who made threats to kill people on a college campus.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  The Food and Drug Administration is closely watching the marketing of caffeinated gums and snacks and wants to know more about their safety.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  FDA will investigate added caffeine in foods after new caffeinated gum introduced

Tuesday, April 16, 2013  Wary world cities expand security, look to quell jitters in wake of blasts at Boston Marathon

Monday, April 15, 2013  At least 2 other devices have been located in Boston

Monday, April 08, 2013  Japanese media reported over the weekend that the defense minister has put destroyers with missile interception systems on alert.

Friday, March 22, 2013  One person has died in a fire at Folly Beach.

Monday, March 18, 2013  The state forestry commission has lifted the red flag fire alert that been issued for all of South Carolina.

Sunday, March 17, 2013  Weather conditions still allow for an elevated fire danger level.

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.

Tuesday, March 05, 2013  The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) urges the community to beware of government grant scams.