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.
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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.
Storm knocks down tree, blocking I-26 near Bowman
BOWMAN, S.C. (AP) — A storm that prompted a tornado warning in Orangeburg and Dorchester counties also stopped traffic for a time on eastbound Interstate 26.
Claredon County Suspect in Custody
A Claredon county man accused of murdering three women and fleeing to Florida is back in South Carolina. Jeffrey Eady remains behind bars after waiving his right to a bond hearing Tuesday evening.
Sheriff: Arson Suspect Hospitalized in Ohio
It may take authorities a little longer to extradite the man accused of setting a fire that killed his grandparents in Sumter County.
NWS Confirms Tornado in Orangeburg County
The National Weather Service has confirmed an EF1 tornado touched down in Orangeburg County Tuesday afternoon.
More from Murder Suspects' Father
More from Jeffrey Eady's Father, Leon Eady as he speaks candidly with ABC Columbia News about the arrest of his son and the murders he is now accused of.
Boil Water Order Lifted
(WOLO) Columbia, SC-The City of West Columbia has ended the boil water advisory for water customers in the following area: Bensmin Drive, Dalewood Drive, Kirkwood Drive, Morningdale Drive, Sandalwood Drive, Shampy Street, the 2800 through 2825 block of Franklin Street, the 2600 through 2900 block of Rainbow Drive, and the 2811 through 2825 block of Wilton Road.
Guns In Restaurants
(WOLO) Columbia, SC-The House has approved a bill allowing South Carolina residents with concealed weapon permits to carry their guns into restaurants and bars.
SC Woman Stabbed to Death by Boyfriend
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ Greenville County deputies say a 59-year-old man is charged with murder after he stabbed his girlfriend during a fight.
Bill would set SC's special legislative session
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Senate has approved a measure calling legislators back to the Statehouse in two weeks for a special session.
House approves allowing concealed guns in bars
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The House has approved a bill allowing South Carolina residents with concealed weapon permits to carry their guns into restaurants and bars.
Acting South Congaree Mayor Speaks Out
Lila Gantt, who was elected to South Congaree town council only a year ago, has been thrust into acting mayor amid a state and federal investigation, she says, involving two former town employees.
Local Bridge Tops AAA Substandard Bridges List
A bridge near I-26 and Higway 126, according to AAA, is substandard.
Committee approves compromise on election law fix
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A committee of House and Senate members has reached agreement on a bill intended to prevent another ballot-tossing election mess.
ACLU: Marijuana arrests in SC racially biased
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The American Civil Liberties Union says black people in South Carolina are arrested for marijuana possession at a higher rate than white people.
SC homeowner won't be charged in break-in shooting
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say a homeowner who shot and killed a man who broke into his home in Orangeburg will not he charged.
Some 400 SC Guard troops returning from Kosovo
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — About 400 South Carolina National Guard soldiers are returning to their families and friends after completing a nine-month deployment in the Balkan nation of Kosovo.
