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Health Officials Hope Free Flu Shot Clinics Will Help Curtail Flu Cases

A local hospital system is holding several free flu shot clinics in anticipation of the busy season for the virus.

02/08/2012 10:50 PM

Spartanburg School District Two Administrator Selected To Lead Cherokee County Schools

The Cherokee County School Board selected a new superintendent at a meeting Wednesday night.

02/08/2012 10:18 PM
Fire Destroys Liberty Family's Home, Cause Still Unknown

The adults and children escaped out the front door after the explosion.

02/08/2012 1:42 PM
Disabled Woman Saved By Firefighter, Relative During Fire

A disabled woman was rescued by a firefighter and a relative after being trapped inside her home by a fire Tuesday night.

02/08/2012 10:33 AM
Man Assaulted With "Big Stick" In Union County

A man was seriously assaulted outside of a convenience store in Union County Tuesday night.

02/08/2012 12:30 AM
Simpsonville Family Wants Answers As To Why Their Water Is Contaminated

A Simpsonville family says they have been told by state health officials that their water is unsafe to drink or even shower in.

02/07/2012 11:40 PM
Legislator Wants USC-Clemson Game To Become Law

It's the biggest rivalry in the Palmetto State, the annual football game between USC and Clemson. Now one lawmaker wants to make sure this matchup continues, by signing it into law.

02/07/2012 9:32 PM
Taxi Driver Charged With Trying To Sell Pot In Pickens County

Cedric Terrell Young, 30, of Greenville is charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana according to the arrest warrant.

02/07/2012 2:54 PM
Daughter Of Liberty Councilman Killed Funeral Held On Sunday

The funeral for Boughman was held Sunday at Rock Springs Baptist Church in Easley.

02/05/2012 3:10 PM
Lack Of House Numbers, Letters Causing Delays For Emergency Responders

Fire Fighters say not clearly having your address on your home could cost you your life in an emergency situation.

02/03/2012 8:30 PM
Officials Make 3 Arrests In Multi-County Drug Bust In Clemson

Authorities in three Upstate counties say they have arrested three men after a month long undercover drug operation.

02/03/2012 5:01 PM
Clemson plans 1,400 student apartment complex

Clemson University is building an apartment village that will house up to 1,400 students when it opens in three years.

02/03/2012 9:45 AM
Man Wrecks After Leading Deputies On Chase

A man was injured after authorities say he struck a Spartanburg County Sheriff's vehicle and later crashed following a brief chase with law enforcement.

02/03/2012 7:20 AM
Expert Gives Tips About Sexual Abuse, Man Charged With Sexual Assault On Child

The arrest of a man accused of molesting a young child has Greenville County Sheriff's Office investigators searching for more victims. As they do so, experts say that parents should keep a close eye on their children and look for signs of abuse.

02/02/2012 11:30 PM
Bicyclist Killed In Greenville County Accident

A bicyclist was struck and killed as he tried to cross a busy road in Greenville County.

02/02/2012 10:51 PM
Peeper Strikes Again At Greenville Apartment Complex

Greenville Police are investigating another peeping incident at an apartment complex.

02/02/2012 9:37 PM
Plans Approved for to Expand Clemson's Campus

Clemson University Trustees approved new concept plans for several student life, academic and athletic facilities on campus.

02/02/2012 4:37 PM
Bill To Regulate Lake Keowee Hunting Advances In House Of Representatives

A bill that would make it illegal for hunters to hunt waterfowl within 200 yards of homes on Lake Keowee advanced in the South Carolina House of Representatives

02/01/2012 8:53 PM
Man Accused of Holding Son Out of Window, Running from Deputies

Johnny James Edwards, Jr. faces charged for burglary, unlawful conduct towards a child, and criminal domestic violence of a high and aggravated nature.

02/01/2012 4:15 PM
Pickens School District Officials Vote To Renovate Old Easley High School

The fight over a historic high school ended Tuesday night.

01/31/2012 10:43 PM
World's Largest Paracycling Event Coming To Greenville In 2014

The world's largest para-cycling event is headed to Greenville.

01/30/2012 11:34 PM
Two Men Sought For Anderson County Convenience Store Robbery

Anderson County Sheriff's deputies are looking for two men who robbed a convenience store late Monday afternoon.

01/30/2012 9:14 PM
Spartanburg Man Sentenced To 17 Years For 2011 Shooting

A man from Spartanburg was sentenced to 17 years in prison after admitting to shooting an acquaintance last March.

01/30/2012 8:25 PM
Deputies Made Arrest On Carjacking In Greenville County

Deputies with the Greenville County Sheriff's Office have arrested two men who attempted to carjack two people and then carjacked a family.

01/30/2012 2:08 PM
Young Ladies Learn About Careers, Empowerment At Powerful Women's Summit

The fifth annual Powerful Women's Summit in Greenville County turned out to be a rousing success.

01/28/2012 5:43 PM
Police: Men Impersonating Charity Workers Solicited Money At Intersection

Two men were arrested Friday after Spartanburg County authorities say they were soliciting donations for a charity they are not affiliated with.

01/28/2012 3:07 PM
Troops Get Hero's Welcome As They Return Home

Friends, family and veterans braved the chilly temperatures early Saturday morning for a welcome home ceremony that they will not soon forget.

01/28/2012 10:38 AM
Number Of Meth Labs On The Rise In Local Communities

The Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office says that the number of meth labs were on the decline, but not anymore.

01/27/2012 8:37 PM
Central Police: One Man Dead After Thursday Stabbing

59-year-old Roger Myles died from a stab wound to the neck. Officials have yet to decide if charges will be filed.

01/27/2012 5:03 PM
Showers To Continue Overnight, Sunshine Expected Friday

A cold front moving into the area overnight will continue to trigger showers with the chance of a few thunderstorms after most of the area saw rain showers.

01/26/2012 11:45 PM