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Officials searching for suspect in armed robbery at credit union

Richland County Sheriff's deputies are looking for the suspect in an armed robbery at All South Federal Credit Union on Killian Avenue on Wednesday.

Hopkins man charged with murdering his wife

A 57-year-old Hopkins man has been charged with murder, after police say he confessed to killing his wife Saturday at their home.

Man shot to death on Dickson Street in Columbia

The Richland County coroner says 55-year-old Michael Brown was shot-to-death on Dickson Street in Columbia just after midnight Friday.

Officials Offer Safety Tips as Students Return

University officials and the Columbia Police say they're putting extra measures in place to keep students safe.

State Rests Case in Michael Smith Trial

On Friday, the state rest it's case in the Michael Juan Smith Trial.

Kershaw Deputies Searching for Missing Woman

Kershaw Co. Deputies say they are searching for a woman due in family court in Wisconsin Monday

Deputies: Contractor Shot While Working on Roof

A contractor shot while working on the roof of a Midlands business.

Some 6,700 undergrads moving into U of SC campus dorms

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Curb-side parking and elevator space will be at a premium this week as more than 6,700 undergraduates move into University of South Carolina housing on the Columbia campus.

Justices asked to toss out domestic violence law

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Supreme Court is being asked to rule the state's Domestic Violence Law unconstitutional because it does not protect unwed same-sex couples.

Historic Columbia leading night tours of downtown cemetery

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — One of Columbia's oldest cemeteries is coming to life after dark.

Clothing sought by former SC officer charged with murder

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — An attorney for a white former South Carolina policeman charged in the slaying of a black motorist wants prosecutors to produce the clothing worn by both the officer and victim.

Experts Testify in Michael Smith Trial

On Thursday, the Michael Juan Smith trial continued. The state called several more witnesses to the stand, including experts and doctors.

New Public Service Announcements Aim to End Gang Violence

Authorities in the Midlands are continuing their efforts to prevent the you from joining gangs with new public service announcements.

Scott Walker rolls out South Carolina campaign organizers

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Republican presidential hopeful Scott Walker has rolled out a list of several dozen people helping organize his campaign in South Carolina.

Graham's presidential campaign spends 3rd day in SC

ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) — U.S. Sen Lindsey Graham is continuing a presidential campaign swing through his home state with a stop at a Republican lunch in York County.

Five Points Businesses Welcome USC Students Back

Gamecocks students, returning and new, come back to Columbia for the new school year, and businesses are already feeling their impact.

Prosecutors Continue to Call Witness' in Smith Trial

On Wednesday, state prosecutors continued to call witnesses to the stand in the Michael Juan Smith trial.

SCSU Welcomes New Students Following Difficult Year

Students return to South Carolina State University for the first Fall semester since lawmakers threatened to shut down the school.

SCDOT rule requires 1-year wait for employees hired by firms

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Department of Transportation's acting secretary says a new rule aims to end the perception that contractors who hire former DOT employees receive an advantage in winning contracts.

State Sen. Paul Thurmond says he's not seeking 2nd term

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — State Sen. Paul Thurmond says he won't seek re-election next year so he can focus on his family.

Richland County sets record straight for Lower Richland sewer foes

Richland County departments involved in the Lower Richland sewer project gather for residents to ask questions about the line.

New Program Aids Students with Special Needs

Project SEARCH is helping Midlands' teens with special needs transition from school to the workplace.

Greenville named site of 2016 GOP presidential debate

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The only Republican presidential primary debate happening in South Carolina will be held in Greenville in February, just a week before the state's GOP primary.