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Arson dogs training in Myrtle Beach during week
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) — Some of the nation's best noses are sniffing the Grand Strand this week.
SC State steps up security training after shooting
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina State University has stepped up training for officers and has improved security systems following a deadly shooting earlier this year.
SC gas prices are below $3 for 1st time since 2011
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — AAA Carolinas says the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gas in South Carolina has fallen below $3 for the first time in nearly four years.
Hutto, Ravenel meet in debate without Graham
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham wasn't at the U.S. Senate debate, but the incumbent was the main topic of conversation between Democrat Brad Hutto and independent Thomas Ravenel.
Childress Shooting Anniversary
What has changed a year after USC Freshman was shot in an entertainment district.
Two Strikes Means Life for Greenville Armed Robber
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a 50-year-old man has been sentenced to life in prison under South Carolina's two strikes law after he held a Dollar General manager at knifepoint in a robbery where he took $22.
SC State Steps Up Security
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO)- South Carolina State University says it has stepped up training for officers and improved security systems following a deadly shooting earlier this year. Brandon Robinson was shot and killed on the campus following an argument with another man.
I-95 Interchange work beginning near Santee
SANTEE, S.C. (AP) — An interchange on Interstate 95 in Orangeburg County is being closed while improvements are made to the highway.
Survey: Gas prices continue to decline nationally
A national survey of gas prices reports that Americans are paying 12 cents on average less than they were three weeks ago.
SC Lt. Gov. candidates to finally appear together
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Scheduling conflicts have been resolved and it appears the major party candidates for South Carolina lieutenant governor will finally share the same stage.
SLED: Lee County cop posed as federal drug agent
BISHOPVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say a former Lee County deputy has been arrested after he told someone he was a federal drug agent and tried to take their medication.
Richland sheriff raising Special Olympics funds
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott is putting on a series of events to benefit Special Olympics South Carolina.
Hilton Head Tourism App?
If you plan on visiting Hilton Head Island there may soon be an APP for that.
Shooting Suspect Sought
Richland county Deputies are searching for leads in a weekend shooting.
SLED looking into Clemson Death
The death of a 19 year old Clemson Freshmen is now being investigated by The State Law Enforcement Division.
Judge: Cops didn't violate slain kids case order
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — A judge has ruled that Lexington County deputies didn't violate a gag order when they released a criminal domestic violence incident report against a man charged with killing his five children.
Ervin: Haley uses 'pay-to-play' to lure companies
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Independent governor candidate Tom Ervin says Gov. Nikki Haley hasn't properly vetted companies she recruits to South Carolina
Attempted Murder Suspect Wanted
Richland County, (WOLO)-Richland County deputies need your help finding 31-year-old Jason Boyles. Boyles is wanted for attempted murder, burglary, and criminal domestic violence stemming from two altercations with his estranged girlfriend.
6-Year-Old SC Girl Gets Cannabis Oil Treatment
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (AP) _ The 6-year-old girl whose family helped get a law passed in South Carolina allowing people suffering from severe epilepsy to use oil derived from marijuana to control their seizures has received her first dose.
Bishopville woman sentenced for stabbing neighbor
BISHOPVILLE, S.C. (AP) — A Bishopville woman has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for stabbing her 81-year-old neighbor to death.
Coroner Identifies Remains
The Richland County Coroner has identified skeletal remains found last week off Sunset Drive.
Nurse at Lexington jail accused of sex with inmate
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — A nurse who worked at the Lexington County jail has been charged with having sex with an inmate.
DNA leads to arrest in copper thefts from churches
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Richland County deputies say DNA led them to a man who stole copper from four churches.
Think tank leaders urges end to SC ethics laws
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The leader of the organization that brought the allegations that led to the indictment of House Speaker Bobby Harrell says the state should do away with its ethics laws.
