Education Panel: SC Schools Not Making the Grade
According to a new report, South Carolina is falling short of its educational goals.
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Pope Benedict XVI to Resign
Pope Benedict XVI announced today that he will resign Feb. 28, saying his role requires "both strength of mind and body."
Attorney General to hold Internet Safety Talk to Grandparents
Keeping Kids Safe: Special Child Internet Safety Presentation Geared to Grandparents scheduled for Columbia on February 12
Red Cross Urging Donations to help Local Fire Victims
The American Red Cross can use your help to benefit local families recovering from disasters, such as fire.
FL developer pleads in SC State kickback probe
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — A Florida developer has pleaded guilty to his role in an alleged kickback scheme involving a former trustee at South Carolina State University.
Sketch of Indecent Exposure Suspect Released
Police have an idea of what a man looks like, who allegedly exposed himself in a Columbia parking lot.
Possible Plastic Pieces Prompt Food Recall
There are also concerns about a food item that may be in your freezer.
Reaching out to Local Fire Victims
You can help these families and others recover from disasters, like a home fire.
13 Arrested in Southeast Sex Trafficking Ring
Thirteen more suspects have been charged in what federal prosecutors say was a sex trafficking ring.
Drought Affects SC Fishing Industry and Farmers
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (AP) _ The drought is not just affecting farmers in South Carolina. The winter fishing season is not going well either because of the dry weather.
Suspect in Teen's Disappearance Waives Bond Hearing
Freddie Grant, officially charged with kidnapping Friday in the case of missing teen Gabbiee Swainson, waived his right to a bond hearing Friday afternoon.
SC State to remember 1968's Orangeburg Massacre
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina State University is commemorating the anniversary of a shooting with a panel discussion on the impact the event had on college campuses.
Crews Battle Fire at 2 Local Houses
It's a busy night for the Columbia Fire Department.
Father Charged with Putting Tattoos on 14-Year-Old's Wrist
Richland County deputies say a local father, who faces several charges, including child neglect, has turned himself in.
Southern Diet, Fried Foods, May Raise Stroke Risk
Deep-fried foods may be causing trouble in the Deep South.
Hackers Strike Government Agency's Website
Hackers have hit the Federal Reserve website.
Georgia firm indicted in SC woman's ammonia death
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A Georgia company has been indicted related to a 2009 ammonia leak that killed a woman in Swansea.
Orangeburg Man Guilty of Abusing More than 50 Pets
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) _ A 59-year-old Orangeburg man has been convicted of two counts of ill-treatment of animals after dozens of dogs were found, with some roaming atop his house.
First Black Admitted to CIU Returns
This week's Black History Month story highlights the life of a man who, in 1963, was shunned by the same religious community that embraces him today and what his experience means for students at Columbia International University (CIU) today.
Judge mulls request to dismiss SC hacking lawsuit
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A judge has dismissed Gov. Nikki Haley and the state's former revenue director from a lawsuit over a massive security breach at South Carolina's tax collection agency.
Orangeburg man guilty of abusing more than 50 pets
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — A 59-year-old Orangeburg man has been convicted of two counts of ill-treatment of animals after dozens of dogs were found, with some roaming atop his house.
Rep. Sellers Facing Drunk Driving Charge
A state representative's run-in with the law comes to the surface nearly 4 months later.
Students come to Columbia for Braille Challenge
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Forty students from the South Carolina School for the Deaf and the Blind are competing in the Braille Challenge in the state capital.
