SAFETY MEASURES

Nov 12 2024HEALTH

Monkey Business in South Carolina: 24 Out of 43 Monkeys Recaptured

Imagine this: 43 monkeys on the loose in South Carolina! It all started when a worker at Alpha Genesis in Beaufort County left a door open during feeding time. Oops! The Yemassee Police Department quickly teamed up with the facility to catch the escapees. By Sunday, 24 of the Rhesus macaques were sa

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Nov 06 2024CRIME

Beware at Local Bar: Drugged Drinks Reported

Richland County deputies are investigating a string of troubling incidents at a popular bar near the University of South Carolina. Over the past few months, three young women have reported feeling drugged after visiting TLC Sports Bar and Grill on Stadium Road. Sheriff Leon Lott is cautioning studen

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Nov 06 2024WEATHER

Weather Woes: Louisiana's Waterways Take a Break

In Louisiana, water lovers are facing a wet disappointment this week. The Amite and Tickfaw Rivers, hotspots in Livingston and Tangipahoa parishes, have been closed down. Why? A storm named Rafael is brewing in the Gulf of Mexico. Officials aren't taking any chances with high winds and rising water

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Nov 02 2024HEALTH

Surfer's Leg Bitten by Shark in Maui

Early on Friday morning, a 61-year-old surfer got the scare of his life at Waiehu Beach Park in Maui. As he was surfing at a spot known as "Sand Piles, " a shark bit off part of his leg just below the knee. The incident happened around 7:05 a. m. , and promptly, police and medical personnel rushed t

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Nov 02 2024CRIME

Orlando Takes Action After Shooting: Early Closing and Curfew

In response to a recent shooting in downtown Orlando, Mayor Buddy Dyer has taken steps to enhance safety. Starting tonight, bars and clubs in the entertainment district will stop selling alcohol after midnight. The city wants these streets cleared by 1 AM. This move comes after the police chief repo

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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

Securing Votes: New Election Facilities Across the Country

In today's world, ensuring election safety is more crucial than ever. Recently, officials have been ramping up security measures to protect voters, poll workers, and ballots. Take Maryland's Baltimore County, for instance, where a state-of-the-art facility has just opened. This isn't your typical of

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Oct 27 2024SPORTS

The Day Matt Mills' Truck Caught Fire: A Look at NASCAR Safety

NASCAR driver Matt Mills, who races for Niece Motorsports in the Craftsman Truck Series, had a close call at Homestead-Miami Speedway. During a race, his truck burst into flames after a collision with another driver, Conner Jones. Thankfully, Mills managed to escape the vehicle unassisted. He was th

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Oct 24 2024LIFESTYLE

Sharing Concerns: Marriage and Lonely Life

Let's address some tough issues today. First, a man is thinking of leaving his marriage because his wife isn't into an active lifestyle like he is. He feels like he's doing all the work, both at home and in their relationship. He's even found someone else who shares his interests. Now, let's look a

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Oct 23 2024EDUCATION

Security Boost for SC State's Big Homecoming Weekend

Get ready for a big weekend at South Carolina State University! The Bulldogs will face Delaware State, and students are thrilled. Junior Kimora Aiken is especially excited because hip-hop artist JT will be the musical guest. She's eager to see alumni too. The university expects a crowd of 30, 000 t

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Oct 22 2024CRIME

India's False Bomb Threats Cause Major Travel Chaos

India is making a strong stand against false bomb threats that have been targeting flights. Over 90 flights have been affected in the past week alone, causing huge losses for airlines and lengthy delays for travelers. These threats, mostly made on social media, have led to flights being escorted by

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