SC trooper fired after shooting unarmed man
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A trooper who shot an unarmed man after a traffic stop in Columbia earlier this month has been fired.
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Richland sheriff’s group putting on yard sale
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott is inviting the community to a yard sale.
Sheriff Says Cell Phone Video Not Whole Story
Sheriff Lott says a recently released video doesn’t tell the whole story.
Greek Festival Underway
The 27th annual Greek festival is underway at the intersection of Calhoun and Sumter Streets in front of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church.
Consumer Recall: Fire Alarm Base
Siemens is recalling audible fire alarms. According to CPSC, the fire alarm base can fail to sound an alarm, posing a risk of personal injury and property damage.
USC celebrates 200th birthday of preservationist
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The A. C. Moore Herbarium in Columbia is holding an all-day symposium to honor of the 200th birthday of South Carolina preservationist Henry William Ravenel.
Federal jury finds Williamsburg sheriff guilty
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A federal jury has found Williamsburg County Sheriff Michael Johnson guilty of fraud for creating false police reports of identity theft.
USC wins bid for land near Williams-Brice Stadium
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The University of South Carolina has won the battle for 300 acres of land near its football stadium, and says the land will be used for student activities.
Sheheen ad claim on 4K refers to First Steps veto
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Sen. Vincent Sheheen’s latest TV ad criticizes Gov. Nikki Haley’s pre-election-year budget vetoes to public education and accuses her of vetoing 4-year-old kindergarten, though her campaign points out she actually signed legislation expanding the program.
Man Faces Weapons Counts After SC Toddler Killed
DENMARK, S.C. (AP) _ A Bamberg County man faces weapons and drug charges after a toddler was shot and killed at his home last weekend.
