Judge sentences Columbia man to 2 life terms
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Columbia man convicted in the deaths of his wife and business partner will spend the rest of his life in prison.
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Jury finds Columbia man guilty in murder trial
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A jury has convicted a Columbia man accused of killing his wife and his business partner.
Brett Parker Sentenced to Life
After a emotional 3 week trial, the state proves their case. Brett Parker is convicted and sentenced to life in prison.
Brett Parker Case Timeline
ABC Columbia takes a look back at the events that lead up to today's guilty verdict in the Brett Parker double murder trial.
SC House panel says cybersecurity bill too rushed
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A bill aimed at strengthening cyber-security across state government may be dead for the year, but legislators expect to incorporate the essentials into the state budget.
Sheheen releases 2010-2012 tax returns
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The likely Democratic opponent for Gov. Nikki Haley released his 2010 through 2012 tax returns and again challenged Haley to release more of hers.
Explaining Reasonable Doubt
The Brett Parker double murder trial is now in the hands of the jury.
Orangeburg Homeowner Shoots, Kills Intruder
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) _ Orangeburg County sheriff's deputies say a homeowner shot and killed a man who broke into a home.
Tests being run on SC treasurer in hospital
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis is undergoing tests in the hospital after suffering chest pains.
Memorial Day highway deaths increase in SC in 2013
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The number of fatalities on South Carolina roads this Memorial Day holiday weekend jumped significantly, in part because of an increase in motorcycle deaths.
Orangeburg homeowner shoots, kills intruder
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — Orangeburg County sheriff's deputies say a homeowner shot and killed a man who broke into a home.
Supporters of US Rep Clyburn to hold fundraiser
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Supporters of U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn are holding a fundraiser for him in Columbia.
Investigators looking for missing student
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office is looking for a missing Clemson University student.
SC Treasurer Loftis in hospital for chest pains
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has checked himself into a hospital after suffering chest pains.
SC treasurer, commission feud benefits lawyers
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The ongoing feud between South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis and the commission that oversees retirees' pension fund has put tens of thousands of dollars in lawyers' pockets.
Richland County elections head says he can do job
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — The man hired to be Richland County's new elections director says he will have plenty of time to do the job right.
Vietnam Memorial Wall Honors Fallen Heroes
Thousands of American heroes were remembered this Memorial Day. Their names etches along a memorial wall paying tribute to all of the men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice.
SC Attorney General attends Memorial Day ceremony
BATESBURG-LEESVILLE, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's top prosecutor is taking part in a Memorial Day ceremony to honor some of South Carolina's veterans.
Richland County Elections Head Says He Can Do Job
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) _ The man hired to be Richland County's new elections director says he will have plenty of time to do the job right.
Remembering Local Heroes
Monday, in the midst of busy Memorial Day traffic, several people gathered at the Piney Grove Road Cemetery to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom.
Columbia man with gun shot by police
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say Columbia police officers shot and killed a 21-year-old man who wouldn't drop the gun he was carrying.
New Richland County election head works a lot
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The chairman of the board that oversees Richland County elections says he expects the new elections director to fully commit to his new job.
Memorial Day Grilling Safety
Memorial Day is a time when many people pull out the old grill for cookouts with family and friends. But before you dust it off here are a few things to keep in mind so you can heat things up safely.
Dozens of Dead Animals Found
A woman and her daughter have been charged with animal cruelty after authorities say they found dozens of dead animals in and outside of their Laurens, S.C. home.
Search For Missing Boaters Continues
Rescue efforts continued Sunday as divers spent the day back in Berkeley County searching for two boaters who disappeared in separate incidents along the water.
