SC's 2013 session ending with much left undone
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The 2013 legislative session may be characterized more for what lawmakers did not accomplish than the laws they passed.
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Judge won't overturn death sentence in SC murder
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A man on federal death row for killing women in South Carolina and West Virginia has been denied a request to vacate his death sentence.
Ex-death row inmate gets life in woman's death
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A former South Carolina death row inmate has been sentenced to life in prison for strangling a woman in 2006.
Heavy rains expected in SC as tropical storm nears
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Forecasters say heavy rain could spread across much of South Carolina over the next several days as moisture from Tropical Storm Andrea combines with a lingering cold front.
USC hosts forum to help musicians increase incomes
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The University of South Carolina is hosting a four-day retreat for musicians designed to help them financially and professionally.
Unclaimed SC vets laid to rest with donated urns
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Six South Carolina military veterans whose cremated remains went unclaimed are being laid to rest with military honors at Fort Jackson National Cemetery.
Andrea to bring mainly rain, Flood Watch in effect
Tropical Storm Andrea will be heading toward the north and east during the next couple of days, and the forecast is for South Carolina to get a decent amount of rain.
Ethics reform legislation will carry over to 2014
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Legislation aimed at bolstering South Carolina's ethics laws is officially dead for the year.
Exit exam, tax credits part of SC House budget
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The House has amended its budget plan to allow scholarships for private school tuition, make it easier for veterans to attend South Carolina colleges and end the exit-exam requirement for a high school diploma.
More of the Interview with Senator Brad Hutto
Hear more of the interview with Senator Brad Hutto. Why he is raising questions about an alleged ransom paid to the hackers who stole your personal tax information.
Outdoor Movies Offered in Downtown Columbia
Forget the movie theater, you and your family have a chance to catch a flick outside.
Ethics Reform Legislation Will Carry over to 2014
Legislation aimed at bolstering South Carolina's ethics laws is officially dead for the year.
Inmate Missing From Work Crew in Chester County
CHESTER, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities are looking for a South Carolina prison inmate who walked away from a work crew assignment.
Tornadoes strike Orangeburg, Dorchester counties
BOWMAN, S.C. (AP) — The National Weather Service has confirmed two tornadoes struck in Orangeburg and Dorchester counties.
Orangeburg Tornado Folo
(WOLO) Columbia, SC-The National Weather Service says it wasn't just one...but two-tornadoes that moved through south carolina Tuesday.
Woman dies in custody of Columbia police
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say a 49-year-old woman has died while in the custody of Columbia police.
Democratic senator asks if SC paid hacker a ransom
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Democratic senator has asked Gov. Nikki Haley whether South Carolina paid a ransom to the computer hacker who stole millions of taxpayers' personal information last fall.
EPA sues Timmonsville over sewage discharges
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A lawsuit accuses the South Carolina town of Timmonsville of putting residents' health at risk by improperly discharging raw sewage and wastewater.
SLED investigates testing at Sumter High School
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — State agents are investigating how Sumter High School conducted a standardized test this spring.
SCE&G Urges, Plan for Storms Now
SCE&G has close to 700 lineman, both contract and permanent personnel on standby for service restoration after a storm. But, officials want you to be prepared even before severe weather strikes.
Man suspected of killing 3 SC women waives hearing
MANNING, S.C. (AP) — A 31-year-old South Carolina man charged with killing three women last week has waived his right to appear before a judge.
Boil Water Advisory near Williams Brice Stadium
A boil water advisory has been issued for those living or working near Williams Brice Stadium.
Suspect in Morning Standoff in Custody
Columbia police have arrested a man they say fired a shot through the floor of his Brandon Ave. apartment.
Special election set for former Sen. Ford's seat
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Voters will go to the polls in October to replace former Sen. Robert Ford, who resigned last week amid the Senate Ethics Committee's hearing on ethics allegations against him.
Bill could allow teens to take more online classes
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Senate has tentatively approved legislation allowing teen-agers to take more courses through South Carolina's virtual education program.
