Arrests of SC sheriffs have colleagues worried
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Five of South Carolina's 46 sheriffs have faced criminal charges in the past three years, and their colleagues have noticed.
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Coroner sees murder-suicide in SC couple's deaths
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina coroner says an estranged husband fatally shot his wife multiple times and then killed himself with a single gunshot to the head.
Suspended SC sheriff denies giving inmates treats
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A suspended South Carolina sheriff is free on bond as he faces charges of official misconduct and giving favored inmates extra benefits.
Horry County lifts burn ban after costly blaze
A South Carolina county has lifted a burning ban one week after a wildfire spread by winds gusting to 30 mph reduced more than two dozen condominium buildings near Myrtle Beach to ankle-high rubble.
Haley tells SC State trustees school needs them
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley says trustees at troubled South Carolina State University must become more transparent and unified to overcome the trouble facing the state's only historically black public university.
Internal Citadel sex abuse investigation nears end
The Citadel's internal investigation into the handling of a complaint about a former camp counselor who molested boys could be released early next month.
Winning $338M Powerball jackpot ticket sold in NJ
A single ticket sold in New Jersey matched all six numbers in Saturday night's drawing for the $338.3 million Powerball jackpot, lottery officials said. It was the 13th drawing held in the days since a Virginia man won a $217 million jackpot Feb. 6.
10 Year Old Shot During Argument
Columbia Police is investigating the shooting of a ten year old boy who authorities say was struck while he slept just after 2 Saturday Morning.
Suspect sought in Attempted Home Invasion
Richland County deputies are looking for suspect in an attempted home invasion.
Lawmakers trying to prevent another massive breach
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Six months after a hacker stole the personal data of millions of South Carolina taxpayers, legislators are moving past finger-pointing hearings on who to blame and focusing on how to prevent another massive breach.
SC Press Association names new leaders
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Jack Osteen, publisher of The Item in Sumter has been elected president of the South Carolina Press Association.
Columbia turning off the lights for 1 hour
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — For one hour, Columbia officials are encouraging citizens to turn the lights out.
Baseball Game Underway Late Due to Rain
The rain moving through the Midlands delayed Saturday's baseball match-up between South Carolina and Arkansas.
Columbia, Lexington host tours of artists' studios
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Calling all art lovers.
5 people seeking top job at SC unemployment agency
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Five people want to be the next leader of South Carolina's embattled unemployment agency.
Md. Gov. O'Malley to speak at SC Democrat meeting
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley is coming to South Carolina to speak at a gathering of the state's Democrats.
Haley seeks disaster declaration for Horry County
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley is asking the U.S. Small Business Administration to declare Horry County a disaster area following last weekend's fire that destroyed more than 100 homes near Myrtle Beach.
Wilson's campaign left $134K off previous filings
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's top prosecutor has amended his campaign filings to account for $134,000 in donations and expenses.
Local Road Closures for Heart Walk
Tennis shoes are taking over the Capital City Saturday morning.
SC Woman Accused of Not Disposing of Dead Animals
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ A Greenville woman has been accused of failure to dispose of three dead animals found hanging on her property.
Inmate Assault Follow-Up
Two-more Richland County jail guards are arrested in connection with an inmate beating at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center.
SC Agrculture Department to host barbecue contest
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — People with a skill at their grill have a chance to show off.
SC woman accused of not disposing of dead animals
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — A Greenville woman has been accused of failure to dispose of three dead animals found hanging on her property.
No Jail Time for Ex-Sheriff
Tables are turned in a Richland County courtroom, as an ex-top cop appears in bond court to answer to criminal charges.
DHEC wants to make getting permits in SC easier
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Department of Health and Environmental Control is taking several steps it says will simplify getting health and environmental permits.
