Rutherford elected leader of House Democrats
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Rep. Todd Rutherford has been elected leader of South Carolina's House Democrats.
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Deputies Follow Cheetos Trail to Make Arrest
A man's hankering for snack food ultimately leads to his arrest.
West Columbia Lifts Boil Water Advisory
Some West Columbia residents no longer have to take an extra step to use the water inside their homes.
Newberry Authorities Issue Bank Fraud Warning
Online bankers beware, you're just a click away from putting your personal information in the hands of someone else.
Blood Drive Yields More Than 145 Units
Midlands residents are stepping up to the plate and giving the gift of life.
Fisher-Price Recalls 800,000 Infant Sleepers over Mold Risk
Fisher-Price is recalling about 800,000 infant sleepers.
Inmate Stabbed to Death at SC Prison
BENNETTSVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ The death of an inmate at a South Carolina prison is being investigated as a homicide. Marlboro County Coroner Tim Brown says 26-year-old inmate Jamie White was stabbed to death at Evans Correctional Institution in Bennettsville on Sunday night.
Thank you for your gift of life!
ABC Columbia, 97.5 WCOS, News Talk 100.1 WVOC, and the American Red Cross want to thank you for donating blood and giving the gift of life Tuesday.
NRC scheduled to discuss nuclear projects in SC
BLAIR, S.C. (AP) — Federal officials are scheduled to hold two meetings to discuss nuclear projects in South Carolina.
Ethics commission discusses reform recommendations
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — An independent panel created by Gov. Nikki Haley is scheduled to discuss recommendations for strengthening South Carolina's ethics and public records laws.
Elections, Cyber Security Top Issues of '13 Session
Tuesday marked the beginning of the 120th South Carolina General Assembly, as lawmakers and protestors clamored for their voices to be heard on a variety of issues from election reform to cyber security to economic development.
SC legislators pledge to tackle cybersecurity
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina legislators say they're willing to spend whatever it takes to prevent another massive security breach in state government.
SUV Strikes Tree, Killing Driver
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash in Clarendon County.
Midlands Administrative Assistant on Leave after Husband's Arrest
A Lexington man is behind bars after authorities say he tried to sell cocaine to an undercover officer.
Traffic Back to Normal after Car Hits Power Line
Traffic is back to normal Monday night at a Columbia intersection near the downtown area.
Sirens to Sound Across Midlands Tuesday
If you hear something out of the ordinary Tuesday, don't panic.
Man Flees to Pa., Admits to Killing Wife in SC
IVA, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a South Carolina man killed his new wife, then fled to Pennsylvania and called police to confess. Iva police said 28-year-old Jonathan Craig Roe was detained Monday in Lower Allen, Pa., and was being charged with murder.
Rare Eye Disease, Medical Bills Lead to Fundraiser
A Columbia toddler's battle with a rare eye disease has led to mounting medical expenses for his parents. Friends noticed their struggle and decided to help via a benefit concert, and they want you to participate.
SC to allow hunting without a license for weekend
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Anyone who ever wanted to hunt in South Carolina but doesn't have a license has a chance to head outdoors over the next two days.
Columbia Officials Lift Boil Water Advisory
Some Columbia residents no longer have to take an extra step to use the water inside their homes.
Traffic Detour in Newberry County
Drivers, you may encounter a road block in Newberry County next week.
Local Residents Ready to Take the Plunge
You may call it crazy because it's the middle of winter, but others can't wait to take a dip in Lake Carolina Saturday morning.
GM Recalling Nearly 55,000 Vehicles
GM is recalling nearly 55,000 SUVs, trucks and vans because of a problem that could cause the vehicle to roll away while parked.
SC Episcopal Diocese Files Lawsuit Over Property
ST. GEORGE, S.C. (AP) _ Officials of the Diocese of South Carolina have filed a lawsuit against The Episcopal Church, saying it needs to protect its property from the national body.
Time Warner Job Fair for New Hires
Time Warner Cable, the largest cable provider in South Carolina and the second largest in the country, has scheduled a job fair to fill some 700 new positions at its West Columbia plant which, officials say, equates to a huge economic boost to the Midlands.
