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Man charged after young brothers fatally hit by Sears truck Video included

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Two children were killed when they were hit by a delivery truck Wednesday morning in west Charlotte.

Police: Mom left kids home alone to steal money from tip jar Video included

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Officers say they arrested an Asheville mother Tuesday after she stole money from a tip jar from a local restaurant while her young children were left at home alone.

3 arrested after meth lab found in Mt. Pleasant home with 2 kids Video included

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Wakendaw Lakes in Mt Pleasant is full of quiet streets and nice homes, but those same streets were disrupted by Hazmat teams, the fire department and police investigating a meth lab Tuesday night.

Man steals car with toddler inside, ditches vehicle in Macy's parking lot Video included

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A two-year-old boy was found safe after police said he was kidnapped when his mother's car was stolen.

Surveillance shows inmate walk out of Berkeley Co. jail Video included

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On Jan. 26, James Sanders made his way out of jail, but documents released on Monday show detention workers made it easy for him. An internal investigation by the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office details the series of events that lead up to the escape.

Coroner: Severe malnutrition led to 13-year-old boy's death Video included

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The Dorchester County coroner says 13-year-old Joshua Jacob Mendoza who was found dead at a Summerville home died due to severe malnutrition.

High speed chase suspect's wife: 'He is not a threat to anybody' Video included

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The wife of a man accused of leading Charleston County sheriff deputies on a high speed chase says that her husband is not a threat to anybody.

Lawmakers tell tourism group SC casinos unlikely

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State lawmakers have told tourism leaders the prospects are unlikely for casino gambling in South Carolina.

Million dollar mystery: Unclaimed lottery ticket bought in Cottageville

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Someone is holding a $1 million-winning lottery ticket they bought at a Cottageville convenience store.

Hollywood couple spotted in downtown Charleston

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One of Hollywood's hottest couples was spotted in Charleston on Monday. Actress Blake Lively and actor Ryan Reynolds were seen eating lunch at a downtown restaurant Monday afternoon. 

Nine dogs killed in fire at Rowan animal clinic Video included

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Nine dogs have died and the building at Rowan Animal Clinic on Statesville Boulevard was heavily damaged by fire early Sunday morning.

Caught on tape: CMS bus driver swears at disorderly students Video included

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Some Garinger High School students say their bus driver is rude to them, swears at them and has physically trapped one student's arm in bus doors. 

Cops hope sketch will help ID woman found under a couch

Investigators hope a new sketch will help identify a woman whose remains were found last fall under a couch in Spartanburg County.

Mother claims doctor botched son's circumcision Video included

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A Gastonia mother is worried her three-month old son may suffer long term affects after undergoing what she calls, a botched circumcision.

2 arrests made in reported abuse of Loris Elementary student Video included

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Two suspects have been arrested after a child in a Loris area school was transported to a local hospital when he arrived at school with signs of being abused Thursday morning.

911 Call: Stepfather alerts police to Ravenel bridge shutdown

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According to 911 tapes recently released, the stepfather of a man who tried to kill himself on the Arthur Ravenel Bridge alerted police after trying to convince his stepson not to hurt himself.

2 fishermen still missing in Berkeley Co. Video included

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Two fishermen who hoped to catch a record sized catfish went missing on Lake Marion last weekend. Five days later, there are still no signs of the two men.

Principal survives heart attack at school Video included

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It was like any other day at Kings Mountain Intermediate School when things went terribly wrong.

2 brothers behind bars for fatal Hartsville shooting

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A Hartsville man was fatally wounded Wednesday afternoon after a shooting at a Hartsville park, and police say they have the two men responsible behind bars.

Home movies show continued progress for boy bitten by rattlesnake Video included

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Zach Szala was bitten by a poisonous timber rattler when he jumped from a log off the path at Wannamaker Park last November. Zach was kept alive by paramedics while he was rushed to MUSC. After more than five weeks in the hospital, the 8 year old had to relearn how to walk, talk even blink his eyes.

Woman sentenced to year in prison for fatal DUI wreck Video included

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A 21-year-old woman was sentenced to a year in prison and five years probation after pleading guilty Wednesday to felony DUI charges stemming from a July 2011 wreck that killer a passenger in her car.

Police chief rescues man from house fire after following speeder

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A Rhodhiss man was pulled from his burning home Tuesday night by the Chief of Police after he passed the blaze while following a speeding car.

Truck driver hurt in wreck with SC school bus

The Highway Patrol says one person has been seriously injured after a morning wreck involving a school bus in Greenville County.

Dorchester school denies cover-up in sex case

A private school in Dorchester County is denying allegations in lawsuits that the school covered up molestation allegations by one-time coach Louis ReVille.

Couple weds at local Walmart Video included

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A lot of people are used to hearing, "Cleanup on aisle three," at stores like Walmart, but not usually, "Wedding in the layaway section!"

Cops cleared after teen injures self in cruiser, left brain dead Video included

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An investigation into the injuries a teen received while in police custody is complete. Charlotte Mecklenburg police released the findings Tuesday evening in case involving Tanisha Williams.

New FBI push to find Asha Degree, missing for 12 years Video included

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Federal investigators are working to bring new attention to the case of a missing girl, 12 years after she went missing.

Women get 6 years in Bermuda jail for smuggling drugs on Carnival Fantasy

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Two women were each sentenced to six years in jail after trying to smuggle drugs into Bermuda aboard the Carnival Fantasy, which left port in Charleston last October.

Boy recovering after being shot in the face by teen brother

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A 12-year-old boy is still recovering from a gunshot wound after his teen brother accidentally shot him in the face last week, police say.

911 caller from fire: 'They just threw the baby out the window!' Video included

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More than a dozen residents called 911 Friday after seeing a North Charleston apartment burst into flames and a desperate mother toss her burned child out the window to safety before jumping out herself.

Driver honored for saving kids from burning school bus Video included

Investigators are trying to figure out what started a school bus fire while students were on board Wednesday afternoon.

Woman cited after leaving kids in car while shopping at Walmart

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Authorities cited a woman at Walmart early Saturday morning after finding her young children alone in a running car.  Walterboro Public Safety officials were patrolling the parking lot around 12:30 a.m. Saturday when they observed a red Suzuki Forenza illegally parked in front of the Walmart. 

Elderly man charged for soliciting undercover officers

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Myrtle Beach Police have arrested an elderly Longs man after they say he offered sexual acts to undercover officers.

Students collect signatures favoring SC casino

A group of college students in the Lowcountry is collecting petition signatures supporting plans for a casino and resort near Hardeeville.

MBPD: Man skips out on bill, slashes restaurant owner's tire

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Myrtle Beach Police arrested a Conway man Thursday night after defrauding a restaurant and allegedly assaulting the employees.

ECU streaker photos weren't why advisor lost job, school says

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East Carolina University officials won't say why it fired the student newspaper's adviser, but is asking people to trust that it's not related to the paper's decision to print full-frontal photos.

School bus catches fire with 6 kids on board Video included

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Investigators are trying to figure out what started a school bus fire while students were on board Wednesday afternoon.

North Charleston PD goes shirtless for Special Olympics calendar Video included

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Selling a calendar for charity is something most people don't have an issue with, but what if the calendar features twelve officers in various poses, some without their shirts? Twelve months, twelve badges, twelve hard bodies and one very proud chief of police.

Three teens arrested for decapitating rare WWII statue

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Three teenagers in Gaston County are behind bars after police say they decapitated a rare World War Two statue.

Expert: Deputies acted like they were chasing a terrorist Video included

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A nationally known expert on police chases says Charleston County sheriff's deputies took too many risks during a high speed chase on Jan. 30. USC criminal justice professor Geoff Alpert said deputies were not justified driving at speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour.

Woman found murdered in her Lancaster home; 2nd murder this week Video included

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Police in Lancaster are investigating after a woman was murdered in her home, the city's second murder this week.

Coroner identifies body found in West Ashley motel room Video included

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Authorities have identified a woman's body found in a West Ashley motel room on Wednesday. The Charleston County Coroner's Office says the body is of 47-year-old Theresa Frangos from the Charleston area.

Dogs rescued from alleged "puppy mill" find safe haven in Charlotte Video included

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More than two dozen dogs and puppies made a journey to the Queen City Tuesday night that will probably save their lives.

Resident ticketed for spread of prescribed burn in Cool Spring

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A brush fire in Horry County that called seven units from Horry County Fire Rescue and two units from SC Forestry to the area of Good Luck Road has now been contained.

Family finds some closure after missing man's remains identified Video included

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After spending two years searching, Joe Swinton's family says they finally have some closure. The Berkeley County Coroner's Office identified the remains found in St. Stephen last month as those of 47-year-old Swinton. He was reported missing on Jan. 19, 2010.

Coach arrested after showing pornography to minors, deputies say

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A volunteer coach at a middle school in Union County has been arrested after he is accused of showing pornography to minors.

Conway home invasion, shooting frightens neighbors Video included

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Horry County Police say they are looking for two disguised men accused of shooting and robbing a Conway man in his home Monday morning.

Bicyclist exposing himself to women in Charlotte Video included

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A serial flasher is on the loose, exposing himself to women while riding a bicycle, according to Charlotte Mecklenburg Police.

Doctor tries to get shooting range lawsuit dismissed Video included

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A doctor who owns land in a Wesley Chapel neighborhood wants a lawsuit against his firing range dropped.

Mom caught on camera tampering with infant daughter's IV, source says Video included

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A Conover woman is facing child abuse charges after sources say she was caught injecting something into her infant daughter's Intravenous (IV) tube.

7th earthquake in 4 months recorded near Summerville

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The seventh earthquake in less than four months was reported Sunday night near Summerville.  A 1.6-magnitude earthquake was recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey just 3 miles southeast of Summerville just after 10:30 p.m.

Coroner: Walterboro man dies after crash with 18-wheeler

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The Berkeley County Coroner's Office say a 56-year-old man died Sunday from injuries he received from an accident the occurred on January 25th in Berkeley County.

9-year-old gets rare six-organ transplant

At Boston's Children's Hospital, a 9-year-old girl is finally packing up her things to return home three months after receiving a six-organ transplant that saved her life.

Mount Pleasant couple accused of murdering their child want a trial

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A Mount Pleasant couple charged with the murder of their 9 month old son now wants a trial. The trial date for Ashley and Charles Gordon is not set yet. In July of 2010 the couple was charged with homicide by child neglect in the death of their youngest son Andrew.

Myrtle Beach motels become home for sex offenders Video included

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Families vacation, walk the boardwalk and enjoy the beach, but sex offenders are also staying oceanside. A significant number of Horry County's sex offenders live in motels and that makes tracking them tough.

4 arrested, 2 meth labs discovered in Darlington drug bust Video included

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Agents with the Darlington County Combined Drug unit discovered two meth labs, leading to four arrests, Wednesday night.

Interstate shut down by rockslide expected to reopen Monday

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A rockslide in eastern Tennessee near the North Carolina border has shutdown westbound Interstate 40.

Large cruise ship making port call in Charleston

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A large cruise ship is making a port call in Charleston.

Mother of murdered sailor opens up after 24 years Video included

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Carmela Cameron, the mother of murdered sailor Beth Ann Cameron, said her daughter's cold case is heating back up after 24 years. Beth Ann Cameron was stationed on the USS Holland at the old Charleston Naval Base. She was last seen Dec. 17, 1989 at an apartment complex close to where her body was found.

SC woman killed in ambulance crash near beach town

The South Carolina Highway Patrol has confirmed a Yemassee woman was is dead and the three others went to the hospital in an ambulance crash.

Big name stores could be coming to Mount Pleasant Video included

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Some big name stores and brands want to come to Mount Pleasant and that could mean even more construction in an already congested area. Areas that are being considered are on Highway 17 near Towne Center and the Isle of Palms Connector.

Human waste found at Occupy Charlotte campsite Video included

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Police wake up Occupy Charlotte protesters before dawn enforcing the new city ordnance.

Masked man robbed Bank of America in north Charlotte, FBI says

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The Federal Bureau of Investigations is searching for a masked man after he robbed a Bank of America branch in north Charlotte.

Military recruiter arrested, charged with crimes against Pee Dee student

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A military recruiter in Dillon County found himself behind bars over the weekend after allegations of sexual misconduct with a student.

Robbery at Flying Biscuit brings unborn murder charge, 911 policy change Video included

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Four indictments came down Monday against accused Flying Biscuit killer Mark Cox.

Man sentenced to 3 years in fatal accident that killed wife

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A man was sentenced to three years in jail for a drunk driving incident that killed his wife. Michael Tupper pleaded guilty to both driving under the influence and reckless homicide. In addition to his three year sentence, Tupper was given five years probation.

Man accused of sexually assaulting woman nabbed in Georgia

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Police say a 37-year-old man wanted for severely beating and sexually assaulting his ex-girlfriend in Goose Creek was captured Sunday night in Georgia. The Goose Creek Police Department says the Richmond County Sheriff's Office located Steven Morgan at a home in Augusta.

One shot, another beaten during Darlington Co. home invasion Video included

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The Darlington County Sheriff's Office is investigating a reported home invasion that left a man shot and a woman beaten during the overnight hours.

Adam Baker deported to Australia with Zahra's remains

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Adam Baker, father of the ten-year-old girl killed and dismembered in Hickory in 2010 has been deported back to Australia, his attorney told WBTV.

Horry Electric offering a $5000 reward for information on vandalism

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Thousands of homeowners in the Brooksville community of Little River were in the cold and dark after vandals sparked a power outage early Monday morning.

Police: Driver points BB gun at man during road rage incident

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A 30-year-old North Charleston man was arrested after officers say he pointed a BB gun at another driver on Savannah Highway. Charleston police charged Matthew Floyd Tittle with pointing or presenting a firearm.

Dog fatally shot during burglary in N. Charleston home

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Police are trying to determine who fatally shot a man's dog during a burglary at a home in North Charleston last week.

Inmate still loose after 4 days on the run

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An inmate is still on the run after escaping from the Hill Finklea Detention Center Thursday afternoon. Investigators are looking for 39-year-old James Sanders who was being held on criminal domestic violence charges when he escaped.

Man accused of kidnapping, robbing driver in Lancaster

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LANCASTER, SC (WBTV) - Lancaster police are looking for a man who robbed and kidnapped a driver on North Main Street Monday. Investigators say the person was attacked getting into his car. The suspected

Large fire destroys Moncks Corner home

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Massive flames destroyed a home on Robbin Street in Moncks Corner late Sunday night.

Escaped inmate search moves to downtown Charleston Video included

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Berkeley County sheriff's deputies have moved the manhunt for an escaped inmate from Moncks Corner to downtown Charleston. Deputies received a tip that escaped inmate James Sanders was picked up by a vehicle and taken to the MUSC area in downtown Charleston.

SC city could give discount to business owners Video included

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The city of Rock Hill saw the plight of the small businesses in town and has come up with a plan to help.

South Charlotte ATM shooting witness: "I knew it was a gunshot"

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One of just a few witnesses in a South Charlotte shooting talked exclusively to WBTV Thursday.

 

Cops: Victim shoots burglar in kitchen; 2 suspects arrested Video included

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Police say the victim of a North Charleston burglary shot one of the two intruders in his kitchen Wednesday afternoon. The two suspects then fled the scene in a car, but were pulled over by police and arrested.

Bikers could cruise Grand Strand longer in 2012 Video included

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There's a chance bikers could be cruising the Grand Strand longer during the spring pilgrimage this year, and some businesses say they think that's a recipe for problems.

Cops: Man punched elderly woman, used her own pants to choke her

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A 65-year-old man was arrested for assaulting an elderly woman in West Ashley on Tuesday afternoon after a hospice worker called authorities. Charleston Police Department offices responded to a home on Charlestowne Road just before 3:45 p.m.

Charlotte principal dead as officials investigate school gun incident Video included

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Police are investigating after a Charlotte-area high school principal was found dead from an apparent suicide, just days after taking a personal time from his job.

Father of 7 killed after Lincolnville shooting, home invasion Video included

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A 40-year-old man and father of seven was shot and killed Tuesday during a Lincolnville home invasion. The Charleston County Sheriff's Office said Leland Shannon was shot in the thigh with a shotgun and later died at MUSC.

Cops: Man hid heroin in baby's diaper

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Police arrested a North Charleston man during a traffic stop Monday after finding heroin hidden inside a baby's diaper. Jason Montia Nesbitt. 32, is behind bars after police say he was hiding about 87 grams of heroin inside a baby's diaper.

2 men try to steal ATM with forklift Video included

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Two men are on the loose after trying to steal an ATM with a stolen forklift early Monday morning in Summerville. Two men wearing dark hooded sweatshirts used a stolen fork lift to try and steal the ATM from First Federal Bank on Central Avenue around 4 a.m. Monday.

Patriots Point closing to dock World War II destroyer

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Patriots Point is closing for a week to dock the repaired World War II destroyer Laffey next to the Yorktown. The popular tourist attraction closed Sunday.

Homeless man caught attacking vending machines

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Myrtle Beach Police have arrested a homeless man for attacking and stealing from vending machines following a struggle in the bushes at Broadway at the Beach.

Human skull, remains found near where man went missing Video included

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A man who was collecting cans found a human skull and remains Wednesday morning in a thickly wooded area in Berkeley County. Sheriff's deputies in Berkeley County are investigating the discovery.

Man dies from injuries sustained in bar fight

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A 51-year-old man severely injured after being punched in the head at a Summerville bar last week has died. Dorchester County Coroner Chris Nisbet said James Beatty, of Mt. Pleasant, died at MUSC at 12:42 a.m. Wednesday.

Victim identified after body found in Bennettsville fire

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A 55-year-old woman has been found dead following a fire in Bennettsville, according to the Marlboro County Coroner's Office.

Man still missing after 2 years; Family not giving up hope Video included

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It's been two years since Joe Swinton disappeared from his St. Stephen neighborhood. Swinton's family says they are not giving up hope that their loved one will be found safely.

Lowcountry celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. with downtown parade Video included

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Hundreds of people turned out in downtown Charleston on Monday to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr.

Restaurant set to enter Surfside Beach Pier location

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The Town of Surfside Beach passed a motion Monday morning to enter into a contract for a new business at the Surfside Beach Pier location.

Fires spread Sunday, keeping Colleton Co. firefighters busy

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Firefighters were busy Sunday in Colleton County as crews worked all afternoon to douse multiple fires.

HCPD: Victim kicked sex assault suspect in groin

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Horry County Police hope the public can give them the name of someone who attempted to sexually assault a woman in the Surfside Beach area Wednesday evening.

Residents report shaking, boom in Mt. Pleasant area

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Several residents in the Mt. Pleasant area reported shaking or a booming sound Thursday afternoon. U.S. Geological Survey and College of Charleston geology officials say there were no indications of an earthquake although many residetns reported shaking throughout the area.

2 arrested after pot, pistol found in Cheerios box

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Police say they arrested a man and a woman on drug charges Wednesday evening after they found over an ounce of marijuana and a handgun in a Cheerios box during a traffic stop in North Charleston.

Mt. Pleasant man trying to bring home American prisoner from Iran Video included

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A Mt. Pleasant man has turned his kitchen into a workshop to make T-shirts to raise awareness about his friend who has been sentenced to death in Iran for espionage.

Dorchester home invasion captured on victim's cell phone Video included

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Authorities released a 911 recording Tuesday of a woman who was able to capture a home invasion in progress on her cell phone at her Eagle Drive home in Ridgeville last month.

Woman says man sexually assaulted her dog

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A North Carolina man has been arrested after his neighbor says she saw him having sex with her dog.

The Good News: Boy finds discarded piano Video included

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There are a lot of stories that start out with a healthy dose of fate. This one is no exception.

Bank wants I-526 extension project to be turned over to SCDOT

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Charleston County accepted almost $12 million for the project but it was voted down. When the project was voted down last April the state infrastructure bank demanded Charleston County give the money back.

Missing pets found dead, foaming at mouth in Pee Dee neighborhood Video included

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One Pee Dee community is experiencing an unusual string of animal deaths. Multiple pets have been found dead within a week and neighbors say all were foaming at the mouth.

Man witnesses fatal fire in Berkeley County Video included

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A house fire in northern Berkeley County left one man dead Wednesday morning. Berkeley County sheriff's deputies and firefighters responded to the home off Boone Lane just after 8 a.m. Wednesday.

Another syringe discovered in Walmart clothing

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A woman reported the case to the sheriff's office Friday, saying her daughter had purchased the slippers and later discovered the needle.

Folly Beach councilman arrested for public intoxication

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The Charleston County Sheriff's Office says they've arrested a Folly Beach City councilman early Saturday morning in Folly Beach.

Man charged with firing weapon at own car in MB intersection

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One man has been charged after firing a weapon at his own car in the city limits of Myrtle Beach.

Former SC trooper cleared of DUI charge by jury

A former South Carolina state trooper wants to return to work now that a jury has found her not guilty of the DUI charge that led to her dismissal.

Affidavit: Suspect says he fired shots through door at deputies without looking Video included

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A James Island man is behind bars Friday morning after Charleston County deputies say he fired shots at them. Deputies arrested 34-year-old Tyrri Moore and charged him with two counts of attempted murder.

Warmer weather hurting North Carolina's ski industry

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WATAUGA COUNTY, NC (WBTV) - The last two winters got off to a cold and profitable start in the North Carolina mountains. Chilly temperatures meant more snow for the ski industry. But this year, warmer

Coroner identifies body that washed up on Sullivan's Island

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The Charleston Coroner's Office has identified the body of a woman that washed up on Sullivan's Island on Wednesday.

Cops arrest 2 after seizing 50 pounds of pot, cash, guns

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Narcotics agents seized almost 50 pounds of marijuana worth about $245,000 and arrested two people this week in North Charleston.

Suspicious fire destroys Hardeeville strip mall

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Flames and smoke could be seen for miles against the morning sky. The heat was so intense, it took firefighters from four different departments to put out the blaze.

Family of murdered Sheriff's Deputy gets closure Video included

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On Tabatha Compton's wedding anniversary, the widow watched as two men pleaded guilty to the murder of her husband. 

FCSO arrests man on lewd act on child charges

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Florence County deputies have arrested a Pamplico man on charges he committed lewd acts on two victims earlier in the month.

Man shot 'execution style' on train tracks identified

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A man was found dead on the railroad tracks after being shot in the head Tuesday morning in Lincolnville. Charleston County Sheriff's Deputies investigating the scene say the victim was shot execution style.

Cops: Man dies after brother coaxes him to swallow cocaine in cop car Video included

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North Charleston police are looking for a man they say asked his little brother to eat cocaine in the back of a police car. That brother later died.

Coroner: Husband stabs wife to death, then kills self Video included

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A Berkeley County man stabbed his wife to death and then stabbed himself Friday afternoon in an apparent murder-suicide at a home in the Francis Marion National Forest near Highway 41.

St. Stephen woman charged with breach of trust at 2 dental offices

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Local law enforcement agencies arrested and charged a woman with a breach of trust Thursday in St. Stephen.

Former cadet files suit against The Citadel for hazing

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A 21-year-old former Citadel cadet has filed a lawsuit with the military school alleging that he was injured and damaged both physically and mentally from hazings. James T. Phillips of Newton County, Ga. filed the suit on Dec. 8.

Service dog for girl with autism stolen out of front yard

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One family is suffering after their dog was stolen out of their front yard in Moncks Corner, but their dog isn't just any pet.

Charleston-based Coast Guard crew returns home after drug seizures Video included

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It's more than 350 feet long, takes on the war on drugs and it's back at its home port in the holy city. The Coast Guard cutter Gallatin returned home on Wednesday after a 76 day deployment in the Caribbean Sea and Florida straits patrolling the water and stopping drug smugglers.

Thieves steal braille reader, piano from blind woman's home Video included

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Laurel Jean Walden was in Illinois when police say thieves broke into her home and stole the blind woman's braille reader and a piano she plays as part of her music ministry.

SLED arrests deputy for stealing money while executing search warrants

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A former Charleston County sheriff's deputy was arrested Monday after investigators say he stole money from two homes while on duty executing search warrants.

Charleston Fire Department posts job opening for chief

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The Charleston Fire department is officially looking for a new fire chief. The job opening was posted Friday.

Father deployed in Iraq returns home, surprises daughter in class Video included

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A big surprise for a first grader at the Oaks Christian school in Summerville. Her father has been deployed in Iraq and was able to get home for the Christmas holiday and for Jonna's birthday.

Photos released in Darlington Co. armed robbery Video included

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Photos are now being released from an armed robbery Saturday night at the KK Mini Mart convenience store in the Hartsville area where the store clerk was shot by the suspect, according to the Darlington County Sheriff's Office.

Live 5 Most Wanted shooting suspect turns himself in

A 19-year-old man wanted for a shooting in Moncks Corner surrendered to police. The Moncks Corner police say Darnell Quintin Reid tuned himself over to authorities on Saturday, two days after his story aired on Live 5 Most Wanted.

Man killed after Amtrak train cuts car in half

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A man was killed early Sunday morning after his car was cut in half by an Amtrak train in Hanahan.

Sinkhole forces another business to close in Georgetown

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Sinkhole issues continue to cause problems for businesses in Georgetown, as long-time family business Landy's Cleaners announced they'd be closing down their Fraser Street location this weekend.

Charleston increases reward to $50,000 for arson tips

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The City of Charleston doubled its reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction in a string of arson cases downtown.

Attorney: ReVille encouraged boys to 'flash, sext' Video included

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Attorney Gregg Meyers said Thursday accused child predator Louis "Skip" Reville sent an e mail to parents of some of his alleged victims that stated he encouraged boys to flash their private parts and to use their camera phones to take photos of their genitals.

Man accused of sex crimes against child in Darlington Co.

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The Darlington County Sheriff's Office has arrested a 24-year-old man who allegedly sexually assaulted a child under the age of 12 two years ago.

61-year-old accused drug dealer wanted for skipping bail

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A local bail bondsman has seven days to find a Charleston man or it will cost her $25,000. This isn't an ordinary case because the suspect is 61 years old.

Savannah elects 1st black woman to serve as mayor

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Mayor Pro Tem Edna Jackson was elected Savannah's mayor with 56.12 percent or 10,822 votes and Councilman Jeff Felser has 43.88 percent or 8,460 votes with 100 percent of precincts reporting.

Deputies: Man asks for help with dog then shoots at 2 trying to help

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A man accused of trying to kill two people is on the loose Tuesday morning in Georgetown County. Sheriff's deputies believe 39-year-old Brian Keith Elliott of Georgetown invited the two victims into his home and shot at them before they had time to flee.

Woman charged with sex at SC children's home

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A woman charged with supervising children at an Oconee County children's home has been charged with having sex with one of them.

Horry County School District bus drivers battle bacteria and flu virus

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Bus drivers are the first line of defense when it comes to stopping germs and sickness from coming in to the school.

Bond set at $450k for carjacking suspect Video included

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Bond was set at $450,000 for a 27-year-old man who is suspected of two carjackings and firing at a deputy Friday night.

Women suspected of robbery, kidnapping nabbed in minutes

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Police say two women who robbed a gas station and tied up a clerk were arrested 15 minutes after the armed robbery happened in West Ashley.

Memorial service held for Baby Boy Horry Video included

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Several groups have come together Sunday to remember Baby Boy Horry at two ceremonies held at the Hillcrest Cemetery in Conway.

Family reacts after police arrest suspect in Conway teen’s murder Video included

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Ronnie Pertelle tells WMBF News his family is finally beginning to feel a sense of closure after Horry County Police arrested the man they say murdered his daughter, 19-year-old Shaquille "Kia" Pertelle.

Erosion issues plague Folly Beach County Park opening

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Charleston County Park and Recreation officials say that the Folly Beach County Park will stay closed at least until summer of 2012. Officials say the closure is in response to ongoing erosion issues that peaked in August due to Hurricane Irene.