Purse Snatching Suspects Arrested after Fleeing Deputies
A pair of suspected purse snatchers now face even more charges following a chase with deputies.
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Performance Opportunity Strikes Up Local Bands
It may be winter, but the City of Columbia is already looking to the Summer Concert Series in Finlay Park.
SC Burglary Suspects Arrested after Machine Jams
Police in Union have arrested three burglary suspects after the men tried to convert $700 in stolen change into cash at a grocery store.
Man Chases Suspected Thieves, Locks Them in Trunk
WALTERBORO, S.C. (AP) _ Colleton County Sheriff's Deputies say a Walterboro man chased down two teenagers he thought were trying to steal from his truck and locked the two in his car trunk.
SC ports entering Charleston cruise terminal suit
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ A federal judge is allowing the South Carolina State Ports Authority to take part in a lawsuit challenging its plans to build a $35 million cruise terminal in Charleston.
Local Girls Talk Back Through Art
The "Unlayered: Girls Talking Back," art exhibit opened Thursday night at USC's McKissick Museum
Catfishing: How Not to Become a Victim
As the fallout of the Manti Te'o story continues, the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs urges South Carolinians to beware of internet scams like Catfishing.
Consumer Recall: Columbia Sportswear Heated Jackets
Columbia Sportswear Recalls Seven Models of Heated Jackets Due To Burn Hazard
Hundreds of Educators Enroll in CWP Class
Hundreds of educators in the Midlands are enrolling in free Concealed Weapon Permit classes being offered by Republican State Senator, Katrina Shealy. The freshman senator supports legislation to allow concealed weapons in schools.
Suspect Sentenced in Dogfighting Bust
A man accused of cutting the ears off of puppies with a box cutter will spend a year in prison.
SC House panel advances early voting
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A House panel has advanced a bill allowing true early voting in South Carolina.
Graham Calls for President to Help Jailed Pastor
Senator Lindsey Graham is calling on President Obama to take the lead in the effort to free an American pastor jailed in Iran for practicing Christianity.
Power still out for some in South Carolina
Crews are working to restore electric service across South Carolina after a powerful winter storm moved across the state.
SCE&G To Trim Trees
SCE&G will perform tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods for the next two weeks. The trimming will be completed by SCE&G contractors and work will be closely monitored on a daily basis by the City’s 4 Certified Arborists from the Forestry and Beautification Division.
USC seeks $5M for extended summer session
The University of South Carolina is seeking an additional $5 million for an expanded summer session that redefines the school year as three full semesters.
Power still out for some in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Crews are working to restore electric service across South Carolina after a powerful winter storm moved across the state.
USC business school offers online tool for budgets
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Researchers at the University of South Carolina have a new online tool to help state leaders understand the effect of potential taxes.
Deputies: Dangerous Sexual Assault Suspect in Custody
Orangeburg County deputies say a man they considered extremely dangerous is now in custody.
Search for 3 Missing People Comes to End
The bodies of three missing people, including a South Carolina man, have been found in Louisiana.
Officials Ask for School Route Safety Feedback
You have a chance to voice your opinion when it comes to the safety of elementary students in Columbia.
Toyota Recall Involves 1 Million Cars
Toyota just claimed the crown as the world's largest automaker, but now the Japanese carmaker is handling another major recall.
Crazy Weather Hits Midlands
The weather is changing by the second. What started out as a windy day turned out to be pretty messy.
Tornado Watch in effect until 1 a.m.
A line of strong and severe storms has finally arrived in the Midlands, putting residents on watch as powerful winds are whipping throughout the area.
Agriculture agency seeks $14M for Farmers Market
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ The S.C. Department of Agriculture is asking legislators for $14.4 million to own a bigger share of the State Farmers Market.
Teen Charged with Killing Grandmother in Chester
CHESTER, S.C. (AP) _ Investigators say a 17-year-old man was part of a plot to attack his grandmother in their Chester home.
