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SC court rules Episcopal diocese, churches can keep property

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina court has ruled that the Diocese of South Carolina and its parish churches are the owners of their property, not The Episcopal Church.

Commuter train slams into SUV on tracks, killing 7 people

Officials say a commuter train struck a vehicle on the tracks north of New York City, killing 7 people and injuring at least 12.

Powerball jackpot climbs to $317 million after lull

It's been a while, but there's a giant Powerball jackpot that's expected to have a prize of $317 million by Wednesday night's drawing.

SC unemployment agency seeking $15M for workforce initiative

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's unemployment agency is seeking $15 million for a workforce initiative that officials say will train thousands of people annually for available jobs.

SC man pleads guilty for accepting bribe to guide contract

WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal prosecutors say an Army National Guard official has pleaded guilty to accepting a bribe to steer a contract to a retired Minnesota Army National Guard sergeant major and his consulting company.

Search Narrows In Hunt For Alleged Kidnapper

Chesterfield, SC (WOLO)- Police have narrowed their search for a so-called survivalist accused of kidnapping his stepdaughter. According to arrest warrants for another case involving Harland "Donnell" Melton... he's accused of beating two teen boys with a cane outside his Jefferson home back in October.

Isle of Palms Settles with Feds over Disabilities Act Probe

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ Isle of Palms and three other cities nationwide have reached settlements with the U.S. Justice Department following investigations that found city hiring practices violated the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Missing Man Found Dead

Columbia Police have located the body of a missing man.

SC pays victim $285,000 in trooper traffic stop shooting

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's insurance is paying $285,000 to an unarmed man who was shot during a traffic stop by a state trooper now facing a criminal charge.

Senate Panel Approves DSS Director Nominee

The woman nominated to take charge of one of the state's most embattled agencies cleared a hurdle on the way to approval.

SC's Polydeck has $12 million expansion, adds 40 new jobs

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A South African manufacturer of products for the coal, mining and mineral aggregate industries is expanding its operations in Spartanburg County with a $12 million addition that will create 40 new jobs.

Clyburn: SC getting $4M for early Head Start programs

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina is getting $4 million from the federal government for Early Head Start programs.

McMaster's chief of staff to keep job after DUI charge

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Lt. Gov. Henry McMaster says his chief of staff will keep his job after being arrested last weekend on a charge of driving under the influence.

SC unemployment agency seeking $15M for workforce initiative

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's unemployment agency is seeking $15 million for a workforce initiative that officials say will train thousands of people annually for existing jobs.

Strong winds to buffet SC as front moves through state

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — It's blustery in South Carolina and forecasters say winds in some parts of the state could gust to 50 mph.

SC health care provider to increase hours, leading to enrollment deadline

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and BlueChoice Health Plan of South Carolina have announced they will increase hours at their retail centers and phone lines.

CSX repairs to cause detours, road closures

CSX is going to close some railroad crossings in Columbia and Gaston.

Man shot to death in Lexington County

LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Lexington County sheriff's deputies are investigating a man's shooting death near West Columbia.

Gov. Haley asks agencies to step up collection efforts

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley wants South Carolina's agencies to step up collections on the hundreds of millions of dollars owed in unpaid fees, fines, taxes and tuition.

Home Invasion In Chapin

Chapin, SC (WOLO)- Chapin Police are looking for a suspect in a recent *home invasion*. Friday night.... investigators say a man entered a home through a rear door where he was confronted by the homeowner.

Charleston Corps District Gets Almost $30M in Obama Budget

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ The Charleston District of the Army Corps of Engineers would receive almost $30 million for civil works projects under President Barack Obama's proposed budget.

Sen. Graham Says He's Prepared to be President

Senator Lindsey Graham is officially exploring the road to the White House for 2016.

Deaths of 2 young women spur proposals on waterway safety

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The parents of two young women killed in boating accidents last year are looking to South Carolina lawmakers to improve water safety.