DSS Director Nominee Clears Another Hurdle
The Governor’s nominee to take over the Department of Social Services is one step closer to confirmation. Susan Alford’s nomination was approved Wednesday by a full Senate committee.
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University of South Carolina sends advocates to Statehouse
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Some 225 advocates for the University of South Carolina are converging on the Statehouse in Columbia for their annual meetings with lawmakers.
SC court rules Episcopal diocese, churches can keep property
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina court has ruled that the Diocese of South Carolina and its parish churches are the owners of their property, not The Episcopal Church.
Commuter train slams into SUV on tracks, killing 7 people
Officials say a commuter train struck a vehicle on the tracks north of New York City, killing 7 people and injuring at least 12.
Powerball jackpot climbs to $317 million after lull
It’s been a while, but there’s a giant Powerball jackpot that’s expected to have a prize of $317 million by Wednesday night’s drawing.
SC unemployment agency seeking $15M for workforce initiative
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina’s unemployment agency is seeking $15 million for a workforce initiative that officials say will train thousands of people annually for available jobs.
SC man pleads guilty for accepting bribe to guide contract
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal prosecutors say an Army National Guard official has pleaded guilty to accepting a bribe to steer a contract to a retired Minnesota Army National Guard sergeant major and his consulting company.
Search Narrows In Hunt For Alleged Kidnapper
Chesterfield, SC (WOLO)- Police have narrowed their search for a so-called survivalist accused of kidnapping his stepdaughter.
According to arrest warrants for another case involving Harland “Donnell” Melton… he’s accused of beating two teen boys with a cane outside his Jefferson home back in October.
Isle of Palms Settles with Feds over Disabilities Act Probe
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ Isle of Palms and three other cities nationwide have reached settlements with the U.S. Justice Department following investigations that found city hiring practices violated the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Missing Man Found Dead
Columbia Police have located the body of a missing man.
