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Ambulance Abuse: Emergency Service Being Used For Free Ride
It's a growing problem that's costing you money.
05/21/2012 5:45 PM
Sheriff Says Home Detention Program Puts Public at Risk
The Cherokee County sheriff says a lack of oversight on the county's home detention program poses a potential safety risk to the people living in his community.
05/17/2012 5:45 PM
Could Genes Be The Secret To Weight Loss Success?
Fighting the battle of the bulge is difficult, but what if the secret to fitting in your jeans could be found in a different kind of genes, your DNA?
05/14/2012 5:45 PM
Is "Prepping" Practical Or Paranoia?
People are secretly storing food and ammo as they make plans for emergency survival in case of economic collapse, natural disasters, or war.
05/10/2012 5:45 PM
Stand Your Ground Laws
What are your rights when it comes to standing your ground in South Carolina?
05/03/2012 2:27 PM
Making A Marine
Troops are fighting to stay alive and your child want to fight too. But with the stress of combat is the training enough to get them through a war?
04/30/2012 5:28 PM
Moving Violations: Rise In Mopeds Creates Confusion Over Laws
Some officials say any moped you see on the street is in violation of the law. But no one knows the law - not even police.
04/26/2012 5:45 PM
Wednesday, February 29: Leap Day of Leap Year 2012
7 On Your Side's Tom Crabtree looked into what's happening on Leap Day around our area.
02/29/2012 5:50 PM
A Different Defense: How To Protect Yourself Without Using A Gun
The number of applications for concealed weapon permits has increased by more than 400 percent in Spartanburg County, but firearms aren’t for everyone.
02/23/2012 5:45 PM
DUI Roadblocks: Are Loopholes In the Law Allowing Drunk Drivers To Walk?
Two top prosecutors in the Upstate say S.C.'s DUI law has failed miserably in detering drunk driving.
02/20/2012 7:50 PM
Affordable Retirement In Other Countries
Find out how people are making the most of their retirement dollars outside the U.S.
02/16/2012 5:40 PM
Does It Work? The EZ Moves
Is the EZ Moves as simple as it sounds? Can it really hold up the weight of its claims?
02/13/2012 6:16 PM
Hundreds of Rape Kits Sit Untested Across Upstate
Why are hundreds of untested rape kits sitting in evidence rooms in the Upstate? We go to local law enforcement to find out why possible case-cracking evidence is not being used.
02/09/2012 5:48 PM
Does the Ove Glove Work?
Diane Lee tests the Ove Glove to see if it will keep you from getting burned, or just burn you financially.
02/06/2012 5:45 PM
Push To Keep Violent Offenders Behind Bars Meets Reality Of Prison Cost
Several Upstate politicians are interested in bills to put repeat violent offenders behind bars for longer sentences, but few have answered the question of what they'd do to solve the problem of already overcrowded prisons.
02/02/2012 6:00 PM
Does It Work? Thundershirt
The Thundershirt claims to calm fears from noises, separation, car travel, and also combat excessive barking, but does it work?
11/14/2011 5:45 PM
Tap Water: Running A Risk?
Major water providers in the Upstate treat their water with a chemical that some people believe is making them sick. A leading researcher says they could be right. And there could be long-term consequences.
11/10/2011 2:47 PM
Pressure To PASS : Is Your Child's Teacher Cheating
Teachers nationwide say they feel intense pressure to raise their students' scores on those standardized tests. When they've been caught cheating, most said that pressure was their primary motive.
11/03/2011 5:50 PM
Sanctuary: Churches Across Upstate Arming Themselves Against Violence
Armed and ready. A few faithful followers are training for a fire-fight.
10/31/2011 5:45 PM
Learning To Live Again
A vehicle accident left WSPA photojournalist Jimmy Moore paralyzed from neck down. His incredible will, his wife's devotion, and a hospital's expertise have given Jimmy a new life.
10/27/2011 6:00 PM
Life-Saving Apps
Can an app really save your life?
07/26/2011 8:39 PM
Does It Work? The Fuel Boss
We test a product that claims to use magnetic power to save you money on gas.
07/18/2011 1:28 PM
The Bug Patch: Does it Work?
The Bug Patch promises a safe, chemical free way to enjoy fun in the sun without those annoying insects. Does it work?
07/07/2011 5:07 PM
Does It Work? Mighty Fixit
It claims to be able to repair virtually anything and make it last, but does it work?
07/04/2011 12:50 PM
Investigation: Tracking The Stimulus
Seven on your Side spent months investigating, to see what the federal stimulus has done for you, and how many jobs it's created in your community.
05/12/2011 7:32 PM

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