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AG Wilson on Healthcare Act Panel

South Carolina’s top prosecutor is in Washington this week to participate in a panel discussion about the Obama administration’s health care overhaul.

Occupy Columbia Protesters Return to State House

Occupy Columbia protesters are back at the Statehouse with a tent as emergency regulations barring their around-the-clock presence expired.

Lawsuit Against Governor Dismissed

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A judge has dismissed a complaint accusing South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley of breaking ethics laws while a member of the state House.

SC House Member Resigns Amid Investigation

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina Rep. Thad Viers has resigned amid accusations that he harassed an ex-girlfriend.

Viers said Wednesday he is resigning effective immediately as prosecutors seek an indictment against him. The 34-year-old Myrtle Beach Republican says he must focus all of his effort on his defense.

SC Panel Defeats Bill to Cut Business Property Tax

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A House panel has voted down a bill cutting South Carolina’s tax rate on manufacturing property.

The measure is part of a tax reform package introduced last week by the House Republican Caucus.

Loaded gun found in bag at Columbia Metro Monday

A loaded gun was found in a passenger’s bag while trying to board a local flight.