South Carolina Army National Guard Apache unit being honored
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The commander of the South Carolina National Guard is commending pilots and crews of its Apache helicopter unit for winning a seven-state "gunfighter" competition.
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$7M U of SC gift backs research into kids' health, aging
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Scholars at the University of South Carolina are getting a $7 million gift to help them study how children's health may affect people as they get older.
'Jihadi' John Believed Killed in Airstrike
As the U.S. government is working today to confirm the death of "Jihadi John", a U.S. official appeared confident the notorious ISIS executioner was taken out in what he called a "flawless" American airstrike.
Rubio: Reform of nation's guest worker program needed
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (AP) — Presidential contender Sen. Marco Rubio says reforms are necessary to make the country's guest worker program more productive and successful.
Hoke: Different Going Against Gators
After Thursday's USC football practice, Gamecocks co-defensive coordinator addressed coaching against Florida, where he formerly helped coach at the end of the Steve Spurrier Gators era. “I had a great three years there. I was around a bunch of great coaches and a lot of great players that I’m still in contact with. I have very fond memories of Florida so it’s going to be different going against them.”
Columbia man takes home top prize at InnovateHER competition
A male took home top honors at Columbia's InnovateHER competition Thursday night.
Elliott offers condolences to late officer's family
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Shawn Elliott offered the football team's condolences for Columbia Police Officer Stacy Case.
Organizations Continue to Need Donations Ahead of Holidays
With the holidays approaching, several organizations are gearing up to help families in need.
Protecting Your Identity During Holiday Shopping
Tips on how to protect your personal information and minimize stress during the holiday season.
Thornwell Makes Preseason All-SEC 2nd Team
The Southeastern Conference unveiled its 12th annual men’s basketball coaches preseason All-SEC teams on Thursday, where it was announced that South Carolina junior guard Sindarius Thornwell was named to the second team. It marks the second-straight season that Thornwell has garnered second-team preseason honors from the coaches.
Benedict Excited About New Season
After losing five seniors from last season's SIAC championship team, the 2015-16 season might be considered a rebuilding year for the Benedict College men's basketball team. But head coach Fred Watson said this year's Tiger squad is hungry for a repeat performance.
USC Women Set To Start NCAA Tourney
The South Carolina women's soccer team begins NCAA Tournament action on Friday hosting UNCW at Stone Stadium. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. This is South Carolina's eighth trip to the NCAA Tournament in the last nine years.
USC Sand Volleyball Gives Court New Name
The South Carolina beach volleyball program announced Thursday that it will rename its facility Wheeler Beach, in honor of the generosity of Jon and Kim Wheeler. Opened in 2014, the five-court facility was the first in the SEC and is among the finest in all of collegiate beach volleyball.
Drexel University rescinds honorary degree for Bill Cosby
Drexel University has joined a number of other schools in rescinding an honorary degree awarded to Bill Cosby amid accusations of sexual assault.
KFC to deliver buckets of fried chicken on demand
Colonel Sanders wants to come to your home: KFC said it will start delivering its buckets of fried chicken to customers in two U.S. cities.
Orangeburg Sheriff warns motorists of rest-stop scam
The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office is warning motorists of scammers who prey on travelers at area rest stops.
Judge sets hearings for defendants in SC church shooting
A federal judge has set hearings in the cases of the two men facing various charges in the shooting of nine parishioners at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston.
North Carolina student dies in fall from 10-story dorm
An Elon University football player has died after falling from a 10-story dormitory on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Bomb threat forces temporary evacuation in Bythewood
Authorities with the Richland County Sheriff's Department tell ABC Columbia they responded to a bomb threat in Blythewood this afternoon.
$7M U of SC gift backs research into kids' health, aging
Scholars at the University of South Carolina are getting a $7 million gift to help them study how children's health may affect people as they get older.
Turkey prices expected to rise 15 to 20 percent this Thanksgiving
A turkey dinner may cost a little extra this Thanksgiving after thousands of birds were infected with bird flu earlier this year.
Army Captain who tackled suicide bomber receives Medal of Honor
He tackled a suicide bomber to the ground, lessening the impact of a major attack on senior officers in Afghanistan. For that act of courage, President Obama presented retired Army Captain Florent Groberg with the Medal of Honor.
Calhoun County Sheriff: Woman kills boyfriend after argument
ST. MATTHEWS, S.C. (AP) — The Calhoun County sheriff says a woman shot and killed her boyfriend in a St. Matthews home.
Man charged with murder in Newberry Halloween party shooting
NEWBERRY, S.C. (AP) — Police say a man has turned himself in to face a murder charge in at shooting that killed one person at a Halloween party in Newberry.
TIME focuses on Emanuel AME, how to forgive a killer
The Nov. 23 edition of TIME will feature a cover story on the members of Emanuel AME Church and how forgiveness is possible.
