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12 Killed in Washington Naval Yard Shooting

At least 12 people were killed and several injured in shooting rampage this morning inside the Navy Sea Systems Command headquarters building in Washington, D.C., according to officials.

Loftis signs agreement over access to documents

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Officials hope an agreement between state Treasurer Curtis Loftis and the board that invests South Carolina's pension money brings an end to the public rancor between them. The agreement lets Loftis' staff review confidential information on…

Police: Man Shot in Reported Attempted Dog-Napping

Columbia Police say a man says he was shot trying to keep a group of people from stealing his dogs.

Police: Man Shot While Trying to Save Dogs

Monday afternoon a Columbia man was shot while trying to save his dog from alleged dog nappers, according to police.

SC Man Robbed in Cemetery While Visiting Gravesite

ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) _ Police in Rock Hill say a man was robbed in a cemetery while visiting his deceased girlfriend.

New Developments: Hacked Tax Returns

Columbia, SC (Associated Press)-The company that received $12 million to provide South Carolina taxpayers a year of credit monitoring says the state's not offering enough this time.

Miss South Carolina's Comment Prompts Midlands Outcry

In addition to a barrage of comments via social media about Miss South Carolina's comment about the Palmetto State 'rolling' regarding its mobile home status, folks on the street are not treating the beauty queen like royalty, either.

Suspect Dead after Deputy-Involved Shooting

The Richland County Sheriff's Department has confirmed one of its deputies shot and killed a man, who led them on a chase Monday night.

UPDATE: Coroner's Inquest into Officer-involved Shooting Underway

In a spirit of transparency, says Richland County Coroner Gary Watts, an official inquiry into an officer-involved shooting that occured in May has been launched.

Richland County deputy kills suspect in shootout

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) Ã¢one space€one space” Investigators say a Richland County deputy shot and killed a man in a shootout after a traffic stop in Columbia. Deputies say the officer tried to pull over the driver around 10 p.m. Monday…

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) Ã¢one space€one space” Investigators say a Richland County deputy shot and killed a man in a shootout after a traffic stop. Deputies say the officer tried to pull over the driver last night in Columbia because the…

Group Wants Strong Mayor Vote Delayed

Tuesday afternoon, the group 'Communities for a Great Columbia,' gathered to have their voices heard. The group opposes the Strong Mayor Referendum up for vote.

SC 911 Dispatcher Charged With Not Sending Help

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ A Charleston County 911 call center employee has been charged with misconduct after being accused of never responding to emergency calls.

SC prosecutor Wilson testifying on health care

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's top prosecutor is taking his concerns about implementation of the Affordable Care Act to Congress. Attorney General Alan Wilson is set to testify Wednesday before a joint hearing of a two U.S. House subcommittees.…