Retailers Recall High Powered Magnets
Six retailers have agreed to recall a brand of potentially dangerous high-powered magnet sets after the manufacturer refused to participate.
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SC conservative group backs Graham on immigration
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A conservative group in South Carolina is launching an ad campaign supporting U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham's immigration reform proposal.
Garnet and Black Spring Game Events Saturday
It's time for the Annual Garnet and Black Spring Game, and this year there's a lot more than just football.
Boil Water Advisory for West Columbia
The city of West Columbia has issued a Boil Water Advisory Saturday
Drugs discovered in Sumter home where 2 were slain
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — Investigators say two men have been found shot to death in a Sumter home where marijuana and other suspected drugs were found.
Murder Attempt Arrest
(WOLO) Columbia, SC-The suspect wanted for shooting at a woman out of his car window is arrested at a Columbia Apartment.
Suicide Ruled as Cause of Death for SC Husband, Wife
GREER, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a man and a wife found dead in the backyard of a Greer home each committed suicide.
Homeless man sues Richland County jail for beating
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A homeless man is suing Richland County over a jailhouse beating earlier this year.
Columbia man arrested in April 2011 deaths
TAYLORS, S.C. (AP) — A Columbia man is the third person arrested in the deaths of two people found in a house fire two years ago.
W. Columbia Murder Victim Identified
Lexington County Coroner Harry Harman says 43 year old Paula Justice died from a gunshot wound.
SC investment commission suing state treasurer
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The commission that oversees the state retirement fund is suing South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis, arguing he's breaking the law for refusing to sign a check for an approved investment.
Murder Weapon Missing in Double Shooting
Police say two people are dead in Sumter County, drugs are left behind at the scene and the possible murder weapon is missing. Meanwhile, the father of one of the victims says he's trying to wrap his brain around it all.
Dept. of Revenue Holds Tax Form Drive Thru
If you need to meet the April 15th deadline, the Dept. Of Revenue is holding a Tax Forms Drive Thru Service Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm.
APNewsBreak: SC Medicaid eligibility going online
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's Medicaid agency is making it easier for people to apply for and renew coverage through the government health care program by moving the enrollment process online.
Metal Company Brings 146 Jobs to Anderson County
ANDERSON, S.C. (AP) _ A metal fabrication company says it is coming to Anderson County and will hire nearly 150 workers.
Copper Theft Arrest
(WOLO) Columbia, SC-A tip from Crimestoppers has led to the capture of an alleged copper thief.
Bill would cut bureaucracy for SC hospitals
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina Senate panel has advanced a measure meant to reduce government bureaucracy for hospitals as they expand and buy equipment.
South Carolina Senate advances cybersecurity bill
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Senate has tentatively approved a bill meant to increase oversight of public agencies' computer systems following last fall's massive breach at the Department of Revenue.
Authorities: Woman shot knew attacker
An autopsy completed by the Lexington County coroner's office reveals the 43-year-old woman, who authorities say was discovered here on Lumberjack Dr. in West Columbia, died within minutes after being shot in the upper body.
Repo men find woman shot in West Columbia
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Investigators say two men repossessing a car in West Columbia found a woman who had been shot in the street.
Boeing incentives bill heads to SC House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Legislation to provide Boeing $120 million in incentives for its expansion plans in North Charleston could receive final approval next week.
2-year-old boy drowns in backyard pool in Gilbert
GILBERT, S.C. (AP) — The Lexington County Coroner's Office says a 2-year-old boy has drowned in a backyard swimming pool.
SC House panel delays decision on cyberbullying
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A House panel has postponed making a decision on whether to approve a bill that would make cyberbullying against children a crime in South Carolina.
No bond for SC man charged in parents' deaths
WINNSBORO, S.C. (AP) — Bond has been denied for a man charged with murder after his parents were found shot to death at their Fairfield County home.
Haley's regulatory task force holding 1st meeting
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A group appointed by Gov. Nikki Haley to review South Carolina regulation and recommend changes is holding its first meeting.
