Seven shot at bar in West Virginia on New Year’s Day
Seven people were injured in a shooting at a bar in Huntington, West Virginia early New Year’s Day, police said.
Author: Associated Press
Greenville Police Chief resigns amid SLED investigation
Greenville, SC (AP) — An upstate police chief who has been under investigation for allegedly giving preferential treatment to a businessman is stepping down from his post. Greenville police chief ken miller resigned yesterday after First Circuit Solicitor David Pascoe announced that Miller would not face criminal charges following an investigation from SLED. A city spokesperson says Miller will receive…
Redskins hire Ron Rivera as coach
The 57-year-old of Mexican and Puerto Rican descent is the first minority to be named full-time coach in Redskins franchise history. Rivera is the seventh coach hired by Dan Snyder in his two decades of ownership, which have included just five playoff appearances.
Former NBA Commissioner David Stern dies at 77
By the time he left his position in 2014 — he wouldn’t say or let league staffers say “retire,” because he never stopped working — a league that fought for a foothold before him had grown to a more than $5 billion a year industry and made NBA basketball perhaps the world’s most popular sport after soccer.
Clemson fraternities disciplined
Clemson, S.C. (AP)– A report says three fraternities at Clemson University have been disciplined for violating the university’s code of conduct. Delta Chi, Phi Delta Theta and Chi Phi were investigated following accusations of harsh new member processes and placed on probation. Delta Chi is on probation until Dec. 2021 for forcing new members into personal servitude. Chi Phi and…
Some Australian Cities are canceling New Year’s fireworks due to Wildfire Danger
Some Australian Cities cancel Fireworks due to fire danger
PERTH, Australia (AP) –Australia’s capital, Canberra, and other cities are canceling New Year’s fireworks shows as the wildfire danger worsens in oppressive summer heat. Pressure is mounting for the iconic celebrations in Sydney to be canceled as well, but Australia’s prime minister has said the show should go on to show Australia’s resiliency. Scores of wildfires are burning and total…
Gamecock Men’s Basketball Suffers 63-56 Loss To Stetson
The Gamecocks (8-5) had looked to build off its last outing, a 70-59 win at defending national champion Virginia on Dec. 22. Instead, South Carolina was stung by Christiaan Jones, a Columbia native.
Lizzo named The Associated Press’ Entertainer of the Year
NEW YORK — Breakthrough singer-rapper Lizzo has been named Entertainer of the Year by The Associated Press. Voted by entertainment staffers of the news cooperative, Lizzo dominated the pop, R&B and rap charts in 2019 with songs like “Truth Hurts” and “Good As Hell.” Though she released her first album in 2013, Lizzo dropped her major-label debut, “Cuz I Love…
SC med school campus opening in former department store
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) – The Medical University of South Carolina’s new campus is opening in a former department store. The Post and Courier reports that Dec. 30 is the opening date for the 128,000-square-foot MUSC Health West Ashley Medical Pavilion at the Citadel Mall. The campus is opening on time, at a total cost of $29.4 million. A university spokeswoman…
Clemson moves on to title game with 29-23 win over Ohio St
Trevor Lawrence connected with Travis Etienne on a 34-yard touchdown with 1:49 left in the fourth quarter and No. 3 Clemson beat No. 2 Ohio State 29-23 Saturday night at the Fiesta Bowl to advance to the College Football Playoff championship game.
