Tom Davis not running for governor or US Senate
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina Sen. Tom Davis says he will not run for governor or the U.S. Senate in 2014.
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3rd Teen Arrested in Death of Chester Grandmother
CHESTER, S.C. (AP) _ A third teenager has been arrested in the death of a grandmother killed in her Chester home. Authorities said 19-year-old Shaderius Demark Cohen was arrested Thursday night and charged with murder and weapons possession. Cohen was being held without bond, and it wasn't clear if he had an attorney.
Deputy: "He was always with me."
South Congaree Deputy Roger Singleton speaks out about the life of K9 partner Enzo, who passed away this week.
Psychologist Warns About Tuiasosopo Hoax
A Midlands psychologist says when it comes to romantic relationships, online or otherwise, we can all learn from the girlfriend hoax involving mastermind, Ranaiah Tuiasosopo, and college football star Manti Te'o.
Suspect Arrested for Multiple Arsons
Richland County deputies say they've arrested a man who they say set fires in several places in the Broad River Rd. area.
Couple Charged in Fairfield Co. Man's Death
Fairfield County deputies say a son and daughter-in-law's neglect led to the death of a 63 year old Ridgeway man.
Rainfall improves drought status in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Rainfall has eased the drought status in much of South Carolina.
Attorney general speaking on human trafficking
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is scheduled to visit the coast to discuss human trafficking.
Rock Hill man wins $200,000 twice
A Rock Hill man has won $200,000 in the South Carolina Education Lottery for the second time in four months.
22 schools, nonprofits receiving $1.8M in grants
Nearly two dozen South Carolina schools and nonprofits statewide are receiving a total of $1.8 million in federal grants to provide students with before- and after-school programs.
Ex-SC State trustee wants details on informants
A former trustee at South Carolina State University accused of using his influence in exchange for a Porsche and other favors wants the government to share evidence against him.
A look at SC's local government fund
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina law requires the state budget to provide local governments with 4.5 percent of the previous year's state tax collections. However, legislators have suspended that rule since 2008. A look at the local government fund in the following fiscal years:
2 men charged with North Charleston shooting death
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Authorities have arrested two men for a fatal shooting in North Charleston.
Ex-SC lawmaker indicted on burglary charges
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Former state Rep. Thad Viers has been indicted on burglary charges.
SC could change law on local government funding
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — After several years of not funding local governments at the level state law requires, South Carolina legislators are looking to change the law.
K9 Officer Loses Battle with Cancer
A beloved Midlands K9 has passed away.
Purse Snatching Suspects Arrested after Fleeing Deputies
A pair of suspected purse snatchers now face even more charges following a chase with deputies.
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.
