S.C. jail deputy shoots self in leg while inspecting gear
SPARTANBURG, S.C. — An investigation is underway after a Spartanburg County deputy shot themself inside the county’s detention center, according to the sheriff’s office. The incident occurred on Nov. 19 in the facility’s locker room area, away from inmates, WYFF reports. Officials said the deputy was conducting a...
Retired state trooper dies in Anderson crash
ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) – The Anderson County Coroner’s Office confirmed one person is dead following a crash in Anderson. Anderson police respond to a two-vehicle collision that happened on Whitehall Road and Martin Luther Jr. Boulevard, around noon on Friday. Responders found three victims trapped inside the...
Clemson’s New Veterinary College Aims to Improve Animal Care for South Carolina Residents
The Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine at Clemson University is South Carolina’s first college dedicated to veterinary medicine. Its creation involved Clemson University, state lawmakers, veterinary professionals, and students. The goal is to improve veterinary care for people and animals in the...
Local Man Arrested After Multiple Car Break-Ins and Chase in Campobello and Inman
On November 18, 2025, Spartanburg County Deputies responded to several incidents involving Michael Travis Waddell in Campobello, South Carolina. The first call came at about 5:45 a.m. for a car break-in on Asheville Highway. When deputies arrived, the suspect fled. A short vehicle chase followed and ended when the...
Two arrested for Greenville apartment murder: GPD
GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA) – Two people were arrested for murder after a body was found behind a dumpster at a Greenville apartment complex on November 14. At 3:13 a.m. on November 14, Greenville police responded to the Lakeside Place Apartments in regards to a dead man found behind a dumpster. The victim was identified...
Crackdown on Local Vape Shops: A Controversial Enforcement
In a recent development, a local vape shop, Tobacco and Vape, located next to Cato on Woodruff road, was reportedly raided. The reasons behind the raid are not yet clear, but it has sparked a wave of discussions on social media. The incident follows a similar occurrence at The Smoke Station, another local vape shop,...
Deputy fired over “racially insensitive” social media post
A social media post that Spartanburg County’s Sheriff says could be “considered racially insensitive” has cost a deputy his job.
Greenville County council diverts FILOT revenue to roads
GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) – Greenville County Council is moving forward with a plan for road repairs without raising taxes. However, this could change how much money will be given to schools and fire districts. “As a county councilman, the emails, texts, phone calls I get are on roads and potholes, washed away,”...
Greenville Residents Reminded: Do Not Place Plastic Bags in Curbside Recycling
The City of Greenville is reminding residents not to place plastic bags, wraps, or film in curbside recycling bins. These materials can disrupt recycling facilities. Residents should take plastic bags to local grocery stores or designated drop-off locations in the Upstate area for proper recycling.
More than a dozen people, animals exposed to rabid animals in Upstate
COLUMBIA, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) said multiple people and animals have tested positive for rabies in the Upstate. The DPH said in Abbeville, a skunk found near Bulls Horn and Bouchillon roads tested positive for rabies on Nov. 18. Seven dogs were exposed and will be...
