You Have a Chance to Save a Life
The Red Cross is hosting “The Columbia Lifesavers Blood Drive” Thursday.
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SC–Port Expansion
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A measure suspending the authority of South Carolina’s environmental agency to make dredging decisions is heading to the governor’s desk.
The joint resolution is designed to help lawmakers’ efforts to undo a water quality permit granted by the Department of Health and Environment Control, which allows Georgia to expand the Savannah port.
Killed In The Line Of Duty
AIKEN, S.C. (AP) _ More than 1,000 police officers and hundreds of others have paid their final respects to a South Carolina police officer shot and killed while responding to a call.
SC Treasurer Says Pension System Underperforming
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis says the state pension system is underperforming and paying too much in fees.
Suspect Named in Killing of Teen in Aiken County
NEW ELLENTON, S.C. (AP) _ Aiken County deputies say they have a suspect in the killing of a teen whose body was found buried in a shallow grave over the weekend.
Deputies got a murder warrant Tuesday for 24-year-old Christopher Parker. Authorities say 18-year-old Huran Dix was shot over a stolen income check.
Twitter Lawsuit
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A federal judge has ruled that a South Carolina company’s lawsuit against a former employee over Twitter followers can go forward.
Tax Time Predators on the Prowl
With tax season quickly approaching, Uncle Sam isn’t the only one looking to get money from you, so the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs cautions you to be careful.
Judge denies bond reduction for Zinah Jennings
Tuesday, ABC Columbia obtained court documents stating a bond reduction for Zinah Jennings, has been denied.
Hunter Finds Human Remains in Orangeburg Woods
The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office is investigating human remains found in some woods over the weekend.
SC Chiropractor Sentenced to 9 Years in Prison
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) _ A Lexington chiropractor has been sentenced to nine years in prison for inappropriately touching three female patients.
Prosecutor Donnie Myers said Monday a judge sentenced 52-year-old Ronald Jeffrey Shows to a year and a half in prison on each of six counts of second degree assault and battery. He also was ordered to register as a sex offender.
