High Speed Chase Leads to NC Man's Arrest
A North Carolina man and woman are behind bars following a high speed chase than spanned two Midlands counties.
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Woman Arrested for Hitting Son with Spatula
A Midlands mother is accused of using a spatula to punish her six-year-old son.
A look at Haley's fundraising team
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Republican Gov. Nikki Haley on Tuesday announced the following 32 people have volunteered to raise money for her potential run for a second term:
2 charged after 5-year-old left alone on SC bus
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — Two former Sumter School District employees are facing charges after authorities say they left a 5-year-old student on a school bus.
Democrats say GOP early voting bill limits access
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina House committee advanced a bill that creates a nine-day window of no-excuse-needed early voting, but limits voters' ability to vote early.
Proposed Bill Aims to Crackdown on DUI's
It's the second time being proposed in the statehouse. The family who lost their daughter to a drunk driver and the head of Mother's Against Drunk Driving hope this year Emma's Law will become law.
Barbara Scott, Richland One School Board Member Dies
Richland School District One officials are mourning the passing of longtime board member Barbara Scott.
Lancaster Man Shot to Death in Home
LANCASTER, S.C. (AP) _ A Lancaster man has been shot to death during a home invasion.
Savannah River Site furloughs 2,000 workers
AIKEN, S.C. (AP) _ About 2,000 workers at the Savannah River Site near Aiken will be working reduced schedules starting next month because of the federal budget cuts. Other employees will be laid off.
How One Woman Escaped Abusive Relationship
In the ten years it took Donna Thompson to finally leave her abusive boyfriend, it would be another nine months to successfully execute her plan of escape. It's all a distant memory now, but she shares her story so other domestic violence victims can empower themselves to leave for good.
Deputy Aull: "It was a day that could've easily gone wrong."
One week after being shot on duty, Richland County Deputy Sheila Aull speaks out.
Haley announces fundraisers for potential campaign
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley says 32 business leaders from across South Carolina have volunteered to help her raise money for a potential re-election campaign.
US Education Dept approves SC plan for evaluations
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The federal Education Department has approved Superintendent Mick Zais' plan for evaluating teachers and principals in South Carolina.
Man arrested for strangling West Columbia woman
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — West Columbia police have arrested a man they say strangled his girlfriend and left their child at home with her mother's body.
SC names 5 finalists for teacher of year
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The state education department has released the names of five finalists for south Carolina Teacher of the Year.
Haley participating in SC health clinic opening
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley is taking part in the opening of a new health clinic in Columbia.
SC job fair hosts employers, veteran job seekers
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Fort Jackson and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce are scheduled to host a job fair for military veterans, members of the National Guard and Reserve, and their spouses.
SC tornado drill scheduled for Tuesday morning
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Emergency officials know a tornado warning is about to be issued across South Carolina.
Prosperity man charged in brother's death
PROSPERITY, S.C. (AP) — The brother of a Prosperity man whose body was found in woods over the weekend has been charged in his death.
Ex-Public Safety chief sues agency over firing
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The internal affairs chief for the South Carolina Department of Public Safety is suing the agency over his dismissal.
Jail officer charged with killing pregnant woman
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Richland County jail officer is charged with killing his pregnant girlfriend, then setting her body on fire.
Preparing for Storm Season
You never know when disaster is going to strike. Governor Nikki Haley has declared National Severe Weather Preparedness Week, a perfect time to make sure you are ready to protect you and your family.
Police: SC shoplifting suspect locked keys in car
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) _ At first, a Richburg woman could have used a locksmith, but after police caught up with her, she would need an attorney even more.
Columbia Chamber to Host Medicaid Roundtable
It's a hot topic right now and the Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce will host a roundtable discussion on Medicaid coverage.
Orangeburg officials investigate man's death
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — Orangeburg County officials are trying to determine a cause of death for a man whose body was found in a ditch.
