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Crime
13 charged with dogfighting, $84K seized in in Richland County
Local News
Over dozen men charged in dog fighting ring
The incident happened Saturday night in Lower Richland.
Environment
How you can help preserve local bee populations in your own backyard
Hundreds of bee species play a crucial role in sustaining life, and South Carolina experts are sharing ways to help protect them.
Animals
Hummingbirds make their way north
Hummingbird Central has released its Spring 2024 Hummingbird Migration Map and Sightings and the birds have begun their move north from Mexico and Central America.
Science
This ancient snake in India might have been longer than a school bus and weighed a ton
The newly discovered behemoth lived 47 million years ago in western India’s swampy evergreen forests.
Animals
Disturbing video shows group of people pulling bear cubs out of tree in Asheville
The group appeared to be harassing the bear cubs so they could take selfies with them.
Nation World
Group caught on camera pulling bear cubs from tree to take pictures
In the process, one was left orphaned and potentially injured.
Animals
Group caught on camera pulling bear cubs from tree for pictures
In the process, one cub was left orphaned and potentially injured.
Science
Millions of cicadas return after a 13-year sleep in the next few weeks
Brood XIX 19 last appeared in the Carolinas in 2011.
Animals
Conservation Champ: Endangered orangutan born at Busch Gardens, marking milestone
The park said this birth is different from others because of the staff's efforts toward the species' welfare.
Animals
Cat rescued from hot car 2 years ago is now Target model
Hercules, the feline "miracle kitty," was discovered by an animal talent agency looking for unique cats.
Heartwarming
Officer encounters a heartfelt moment during his graveyard shift
Officer Yargus had an interesting encounter during his late-night dinner break as he ran into a baby kangaroo.
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