SC Tourism Targets DNC Attendees
South Carolina tourism leaders hope the state's $15 billion industry gets a boost from next month's Democratic National Convention in nearby Charlotte.
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Family Sues Greenville over Man's Taser Death
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ The family of a 39-year-old schizophrenic man who died after a Taser struggle with Greenville police officers has sued the city.
Eichelberger Murder Focus of National Program
When a minister is attacked in his home, his family wonders who could take from someone who gives freely. But when the minister dies from his injuries, investigators know that while forgiveness may be divine, justice must be served.
SC sheriffs notice colleagues behaving badly
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Greenville County Sheriff Steve Loftis says his fellow top lawmen across the state must be held to a higher standard.
Augusta National Adds First 2 Female Members
For the first time in its 80-year history, Augusta National Golf Club has female members.
DMV urges SC families to update emergency info
South Carolina students are getting ready to go back to school, and state officials want to make sure that parents talk with their older kids about keeping emergency contact information up to date.
Rick Santorum returning to South Carolina
Former U.S. Sen. Rick Santorum is heading back to South Carolina for a fundraiser to benefit the state Republican Party.
Gov. Haley to sign ceremonial home school sports bill
Governor Nikki Haley along with State Superintendent of Education Mick Zais will be in Lexington Monday afternoon for a ceremonial bill signing at the Midlands Home School Resource Center.
Shaw mourning loss of one of their own
An Air Force airman was found dead Friday afternoon at Shaw Air Force Base in Sumter County.
Back to school for many Midlands students Monday
Many students in the Midlands will be waking up bright and early Monday as they head back to school.
Two South Carolinians to preside at GOP Convention
South Carolina will be sending two of its own to the 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa at the end of this month.
Getting your kids "back to school" safely
As we get ready to launch another school year this week, some experts say there should be checklist for your kid's safety. Learn more about how to prepare in this edition of the Consumer Minute with Crysty Vaughan.
Man arrested for drugs while officers were investigating burglary
A Holly Hill man is in trouble with the law after Orangeburg County deputies arrested him for having narcotics during a burglary investigation.
PGA Brought Spike in Charleston Hotel Occupancy
Some initial numbers are in on the tourism impact of last week's PGA Championship on Kiawah Island.
Study: Aiken Horse Park Could Cost $135 Million
A new study suggests that while an international horse park near Aiken is feasible and would pour millions into the local economy, it would be expensive and require a lot of private money to build.
Friday Night Fever: Week Zero Scores
Welcome to the unofficial start to Friday Night Fever. This week's games are considered "week zero" in high school football as not all schools are playing. The official start is next week. Make sure to join Tim Hill and Merissa Lynn as they have Columbia's best highlights from the Midlands High School football teams in HD! Here are the scores from the games on Friday, August 17, 2012.
Summer Concert Series to Hold Final Performance
Here's a summer night getaway for music fans out there.
USC Professor Joins Lawsuit Before Supreme Court
University of South Carolina professor is dropping his lawsuit in Richland County against a panel led by Gov. Nikki Haley in order to join a similar lawsuit at the state Supreme Court.
Former trooper receives 3 years for child porn
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ A former state Highway Patrol trooper has been sentenced to three years for child pornography on his computer that included photos he took of underage girls while on duty during Myrtle Beach Bike Week.
Investigators trying to identify Orangeburg robbery suspect
Orangeburg County investigators are trying to identify a man they suspect of robbing a business Thursday on Charleston Highway near Orangeburg.
South Carolina students to move in Saturday
The annual hustle and bustle of students moving to the campus of the University of South Carolina has begun.
Walking may not be enough
It seems like more people are lacing up the shoes and going for a walk for their health. It may be a good start, but some experts say it may not be enough. Crysty Vaughan explains why in this edition of the Consumer Minute.
Jobless figures for July up to 9.6 percent
South Carolina's jobless rate has gone up for a third month in a row, rising slightly in July to 9.6 percent from June's 9.4 percent.
Free Health Clinic Draws Thousands, Saturday Day Two
SC Mission 2012 drew thousands of people seeking free medical, dental, and vision care on its first day. Organizers had to stop receiving vision patients because of the demand.
Unemployment agency paying $106M toward debt
South Carolina's unemployment agency is paying down $106.5 million of its debt to the federal government two months ahead of schedule.
