Carolina Investors
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ The final executive convicted in the collapse of Carolina Investors is heading to prison to serve his five-year sentence nearly a decade after one of the biggest bankruptcies in South Carolina history.
Calhoun News
Spring Concert Series Returns to Five Points
An old favorite is coming back to Five Points.
Severe Erosion Causes Aiken Bridge to Sink 1 Foot
AIKEN, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina Department of Transportation crews are rushing to shore up a bridge in Aiken that is quickly sinking. Authorities say severe erosion under the Laurens Street bridge has caused it to settle nearly a foot in the past several days. The bridge has been closed to vehicles and pedestrians.
CPD's Fan the Heat Program Delivers Cool Relief
Officers with the Columbia Police Department were at the scene of Gonzalez Gardens Apartments near downtown Columbia Thursday, but not for a crime. The only villain they were fighting is the heat. Their secret weapon is brand new air conditioning units to residents who need them most.
SC Gas Prices Up but Still Among Nations Lowest
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ As South Carolinians take to the road for Easter and spring break vacations, they're paying about 15 cents more for a gallon of gas than last year.
Study Suggests Unnecessary Tests at Doctor's Office
You may want to think twice before having that test run at the doctor's office.
Justices Return Liquor License to Newberry Club
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ The South Carolina Supreme Court has given a Newberry private club its liquor license back after deciding state agents and revenue officials were too strict in their enforcement of rules over who can be a guest to the club. In a 3-2 decision Wednesday, the justices said an undercover State Law Enforcement Division agent was denied entry to the Blue Moon Sports Bar and ordered to call a number. A club employee who answered the call made him an official guest.
County Council Meetings to be Broadcast
Almost one year after it was proposed, Richland County council members give final approval to have their meeting broadcast on TV, for all to see.
Mendoza Arrest
A DOUBLE MURDER SUSPECT WANTED IN ORANGEBURG HAS BEEN ARRESTED IN LOUISIANA.
Titanic Artifacts to be Displayed at State Museum
It's been a century since the Titanic sank, and now some of the ship's artifacts are on display in South Carolina.
1-On-1 With Frank Martin
New USC Head Basketball Coach Frank Martin sat down for 1-on-1 interviews with the local Columbia media Wednesday afternoon. Here's part of his interview with ABC Columbia Sports Director Tim Hill.
National Hug an Anchor Day!
Nothing works out like giving an anchor a hug! We want to get some love... this is what we got...
City of Columbia Election Results
The polls closed in the Capital City at 7pm Tuesday.
Jenny Sanford-Fined For Dog
SULLIVANS ISLAND, S.C. (AP) _ Former South Carolina first lady Jenny Sanford got her day in court and will pay only a $150 fine for her dog escaping her beachfront home on Sullivans Island.
Man Now Facing Murder Charges in Sumter Deaths
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) _ A man suspected of setting a Sumter apartment fire that killed two children is now facing murder charges. Timothy Donald Dingle had originally faced attempted murder and first-degree arson charges. But police say those were upgraded Monday after the children's deaths.
Voter: 'It is a big election'
With nine candidates' names on the ballot for three different seats on Columbia city council, voters come out in small numbers with big expectations.
Former First Lady in Court for Dog Fine
Former South Carolina first lady Jenny Sanford is getting her day in court for dog escape. Sanford is scheduled to appear in municipal court on Sullivans Island on Tuesday.
Thursday Funeral Planned for 2 Sumter Children
Funeral services are planned later this week for two children killed in a Sumter apartment fire.
Indian Gambling
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A judge has delayed a decision on whether South Carolina's only federally recognized tribe can open a gambling hall on its reservation in York County.
Man Shot to Death, Woman Wounded in Inman
INMAN, S.C. (AP) _ Spartanburg County deputies say one person has been killed and another wounded in a shooting at an Inman apartment.
NAACP Seeks Entry in Voter ID Lawsuit
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People wants to get involved in a federal lawsuit over South Carolina's voter ID law.
Gov. Haley Says She Will Not Seek VP Nomination
Governor Nikki Haley say's she has no interest in becoming a vice presidential nominee.
Monday: Benedict College to Remember Slain Teen
In the midst of loud and boisterous protests, marches and rallies, local college students take a different approach to honoring the memory of Trayvon Martin.
Lottery Officials: $250,000 Prize Winner in South Carolina
It's the biggest jackpot in lottery history.
Police: Man Killed Brother in Darlington County
DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP) _ Darlington County deputies have charged the 50-year-old brother in a well-known barbecue making family with shooting his sibling to death nearly a year ago. Investigators say Eugene Gardner III was arrested Friday.
