Officials: US Army soldier from South Carolina dies in Iraq
The U.S. Army says a soldier from South Carolina has died during a non-combat incident at a military facility in Iraq.
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Rep. James Clyburn Donates Congressional Papers to USC
South Carolina's top Democrat Rep. James Clyburn is sending his congressional papers to the University of South Carolina as the cornerstone of a new center for the study of civil rights.
Lexington High Cheerleaders Win State Title
The Lexington High Varsity Cheerleaders won the 4A State Competitive Cheer State Championship on Saturday, November 21 at the Colonial Life Arena.
Miss America Pageant Inks 3-Year TV Deal With ABC
The Miss America organization has agreed to a new three-year broadcast deal with ABC.
Authorities Searching for Escaped Florence County Inmate
State authorities are looking for an inmate who escaped from the Palmer Pre-Release Center in Florence County.
W. Columbia Couple Arrested on Drug-Related Charges in Orangeburg
A West Columbia couple have been arrested on drug-related charges and child endangerment after a traffic stop turned up a large quantity of different narcotics.
City of Columbia’s New Year’s Eve Carnival
Looking for a way to ring in 2016 with the entire family? The City of Columbia is hosting a New Year's Eve Carnival that will feature carnival rides, inflatables, carnival games, face painting food vendors and ice skating!
US Home Sales Slump in Oct. as Higher Prices Weigh on Buyers
Fewer Americans bought homes in October, a sign that rising home values are pushing more would-be buyers to the real estate market's sidelines.
Democratic hopefuls participate in North Charleston rally
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — All three Democratic presidential candidates are in North Charleston this weekend for a rally being put on by the state party.
Sheriff Leon Lott Offers Holiday Safety Tips
As the holidays approach, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott is asking citizens to be vigilant and alert while shopping.
Man Arrested in Pastor's Wife Murder Case in Indianapolis
Officers in Indianapolis have arrested a man in connection with the murder of Amanda Blackburn, 28, a pregnant woman who was shot and killed in a home invasion, police said.
Police: 16 People Shot at New Orleans Playground During Music Video Shoot
Hundreds of people were gathered at a New Orleans playground for a block party and music video shoot when two groups in the crowd opened fire on each other, wounding 16 people in the shocking Sunday evening violence, police said.
8-year-old girl dies following crash with a logging truck
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — An 8-year-old girl has died after the vehicle she was riding in collided with a logging truck in Lexington County.
USC Outlasts Hofstra, Punches Ticket to Championship
The South Carolina men's basketball team found itself in a shootout Sunday night, taking on a veteran Hofstra team in the semifinal of the Paradise Jam.
UCSB Tops USC, Ending Carolina's Season
South Carolina (11-8-2) played a strong match in the NCAA Tournament Second Round, but No. 15 seed UC Santa Barbara (14-6-2) punched home a shot in the first overtime to claim a 1-0 win on Sunday evening at Harder Stadium.
Webster leads Nebraska to easy 92-65 win over SE Louisiana
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Tai Webster scored 11 of his 13 points in the first half to lead Nebraska to a 37-point halftime advantage and an easy 92-65 victory over Southeastern Louisiana on Sunday.
Oklahoma State survives wild finish in 82-77 win
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Jawun Evans had a career high 21 points and Oklahoma State held on through a wild final minute to beat Long Beach State 82-77 for third place at the Charleston Classic on Sunday.
Mitchell fuels late run, No. 2 South Carolina beats UCLA
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Tiffany Mitchell scored 17 points, including six in a deciding final run, and No. 2 South Carolina struggled mightily before pulling away late to beat UCLA 68-65 on Sunday night.
No. 2 USC Slides Past UCLA Sunday
No. 2/2 South Carolina used solid defense down the stretch to secure a 68-63 win at UCLA Sunday afternoon behind a career-high 17 points from Tina Roy and 17 from Tiffany Mitchell.
Calhoun with 16 points, leads Ball State over SC State 72-60
RICHMOND, Ky. (AP) — Bo Calhoun had 16 points and a career-high 13 rebounds to lead Ball State over South Carolina State 72-60 in a @EKUHoops Classic game on Sunday.
No. 2 Clemson Overpowers Elon in NCAA Tourney
Four different players scored five goals to help the No. 2 National Seed Tigers to a 5-2 victory over Elon in the NCAA Second Round on Sunday night at Historic Riggs Field.
Authorities looking for inmate after escape in Florence
The S.C. Department of Corrections is looking for an inmate who walked away from Palmer Pre-Release center in Florence around 8 p.m. Sunday.
Whitehead's 17 lead Seton Hall to 75-63 win
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Isaiah Whitehead had 12 of his 17 points in the second half as Seton Hall outlasted Mississippi to take fifth-place at the Charleston Classic with a 75-63 victory Sunday.
Hawkins scores 24 as Towson holds off Bradley 62-60
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Byron Hawkins had 24 points and Towson held off a late charge by Bradley to take seventh place at the Charleston Classic with a 62-60 victory Sunday.
The AP Top 25 Fared
No. 1 Clemson (11-0) beat Wake Forest 33-13. Next: at South Carolina, Saturday.
