The tipping point may have been reached. Is it a temporary reduction in driving habits or are Americans "getting it?"

Overnight worldwide stock markets improved as oil prices fell. Local fuel prices are compared current, six months ago, and a year ago.

Not everyone is feeling the pinch. Some local businesses are keeping sales strong by targeting the well to do.

COLUMBIA — After the latest wrangling over the proposed $7 billion state budget, Charleston schools stand to regain an estimated $5 million to make up for a funding formula that systematically punishes them. Details were sorted out Wednesday in a late-night Senate session that pitted Charleston-area legislators against some counterparts in a battle of political will. ...