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.
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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.
Martha Childress Testifies in Shooting Trial
Motionless from the waist down, Martha Childress testified Tuesday in the trial of the man accused of shooting her.
Coroner IDs man killed at Lexington County mobile home park
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Authorities have identified a man who was shot to death at a mobile home park in Lexington County.
Packaging company fined $230K for unapproved coal ash dump
HARTSVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Sonoco, a global packaging corporation, has been fined $230,000 for operating an unapproved coal ash dump near its headquarters in eastern South Carolina.
Graham to announce members of SC national security team
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham plans to release the names of the people who have agreed to be on his South Carolina National Security Coalition during his 2016 Republican presidential run.
Haley: More than 10,000 have signed up for GOP forum in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley says more than 10,000 people have registered to attend a Republican presidential forum in Greenville next month.
