Lexington Police: Women Stole Gifts for Needy Kids
Lexington police say two women stole presents a motel was collecting for needy children.
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Supreme Court Sides With Columbia in Housing Suit
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ The South Carolina Supreme Court has unanimously upheld a Columbia ordnance that limits houses to just three unrelated people. Peggy McMaster, wife of former state Attorney General Henry McMaster, took the issue to the high court after she was issued a zoning violation when city officials found four unrelated University of South Carolina students living in a single-family home.
$200,000 Lottery Ticket Sold in Wedgefield
You could be $200,000 richer and not even know it.
Transportation Center Progress at SC State
South Carolina State University has finished the first building at its transportation research center after years of delay.
Lawmakers Approve Pension Reform Rough Draft
A legislative panel has initially approved a plan to fix South Carolina's pension system.
Midlands Military to Receive Holiday Mail
Local Red Cross volunteers sort holiday cards for U.S. Military members, veterans and families.
GOP Debate: Republicans say Lower Taxes
VOTE 2012 Republican presidential hopefuls say lower taxes and fewer regulations will create jobs. But they're struggling to explain what they'd do differently from their rivals to make that happen.
Columbia Police Crack Down on Shoplifters
Shoplifters beware, as local authorities beef up their current policy, making it harder for thieves to steal from local merchants and go unpunished.
Spartanburg County approves incentives for Amazon
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) _ The Spartanburg County Council has unanimously voted to give an incentives package to a new Amazon warehouse in Spartanburg.
Sumter County Sheriff's Son Arrested in Drug Bust
Investigators say nine people arrested in a drug bust in Sumter County include the county sheriff's son.
Man Struck, Killed by Train near Columbia Zoo
Authorities say a man was killed after he was struck by a train near the zoo in Columbia.
'Battling' Online to Win Apple iPad
In addition to the traditional Salvation Army red kettle bell ringers out and about, there is a new, high-tech way to give online, which could make you a big winner.
Denmark woman charged with stealing veteran's cash
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- A Denmark woman has been charged with using money she was managing for a veteran to buy things for herself, including a luxury vehicle.
SC Man Gets 30 Years for Killing Grandmother
RIDGELAND, S.C. (AP) _ A 33-year-old man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison in the stabbing death of his child's grandmother. Prosecutors said that Jasper County jurors found Antonio Scott guilty Wednesday of one count of murder in Cynthia Nelson's death.
Small Earthquake Reported near Charleston
Scientists report a small earthquake has shaken areas near Charleston
Suspects in 5Pts. Beating Released
A court hearing Wednesday is bittersweet for the family of beating victim, Carter Strange, as some of those accused of his assault go home.
Greenville Deputies Release Shooting Victim's Name
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ Greenville County authorities have released the name of a woman shot to death at her home. Deputy Coroner Kent Dill says 53-year-old Yolanda Kim Thurston was found in a bedroom of her home early Monday morning. Dill says he thinks Thurston was found several hours after she was shot.
Legislator Introduces Bill to Reduce SC Gas Tax
A Democratic state legislator wants South Carolina to reduce its gas tax by 10 percent.
Football Game Stabbing
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say two men have been arrested for an assault and stabbing before the Clemson-South Carolina football game.
'Stinky Situation' for Local Animal Shelter
A septic problem poses a different problem for officials at Pets Incoporated in West Columbia, but you may be able to help.
SC Man Gets Life for Killing Girlfriend
RIDGELAND, S.C. (AP) _ A Jasper County man has been sentenced to life in prison after admitting he beat his girlfriend to death The Island Packet of Hilton Head reports (http://bit.ly/uwSHoi ) that 46-year-old Terry Swanger pleaded guilty Monday to murder, the same day jury selection in his trial was set to start.
SC Court: Injury Risk Comes with Contact Sports
South Carolina's Supreme Court has ruled people playing contact sports assume the risk they will be injured. The high court on Monday upheld a lower court's ruling that a man who was injured in a 2004 pickup softball game during a Boy Scouts camping trip in Sumter should have known he could be hurt.
Myrtle Beach Offers Incentives to Bring Flights
Myrtle Beach International Airport officials won't charge fees for at least a year to airlines willing to bring flights to and from certain cities at least five times a week.
Lexington County Man Charged with Stabbing Nephew
A Lexington County man has been arrested and accused of stabbing his nephew to death.
Haley, 1st Family Hosting Christmas Open House
Gov. Nikki Haley and South Carolina's first family are inviting the public to enjoy holiday decorations at the Governor's Mansion.
