Expert to begin evaluating SC computer systems
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — State officials say a three-year effort to evaluate and upgrade computer security systems at state agencies should begin in March.
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Man gets 35 years for bank robbery, shootout
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A man involved in a Columbia bank robbery where several shots were fired has been sentenced to 35 years in prison.
Police: Armed Suspect Targets Columbia Pharmacy
A Columbia pharmacy experiences some terrifying moments after police say an armed man walks in demanding drugs.
Authorities Arrest Man after 13-Year Search
13 years on the run from the Richland County Sheriff's Department has finally caught up with one man.
Spartanburg Mother of 5 Charged with Neglect
Investigators say a 30-year-old Spartanburg mother has been charged with five counts of child neglect for keeping her children in a home filled with trash and animal waste.
Some Not Sold on Proposed Development
2 acres of land along the Main street corridor between Elmwood and Miller Avenue was initially slated for retail space, now a proposed apartment complex is developing some concerns for North Columbia residents.
Midlands Students Bring History to Life
We're taking a step back in time to highlight our country's history.
Woman's Body Found in Burning Car in Bluffton
BLUFFTON, S.C. (AP) _ Beaufort County deputies say a woman's body was found in a burning car near Bluffton and there was no sign the vehicle had been in a wreck.
SC House approves anti-Iran measure
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ The South Carolina House has passed a measure barring state and local governments from doing business with companies that invest heavily in Iran's energy sector.
USC Band Hall named in honor of James Copenhaver
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The University of South Carolina School of Music is honoring a long-time band director by naming a building in his honor.
SCE&G holding meeting about hydroelectric licenses
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Officials with a South Carolina power company are talking about the process of relicensing for two of its facilities.
Consumer Affairs Warns of Cyber Scam
The Consumer Affairs Department has issued a warning about an internet scam.
Loftis to seek second term as SC treasurer
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis says he'll seek a second term as one of the state's top financial officers.
Clemson hosting cotton growers meeting
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — Cotton growers from across South Carolina are heading to Orangeburg to discuss their crops.
SC prosecutor holding pro-Israel rally in Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's top prosecutor is planning to show his support for Israel at a rally.
Tractor Trailer Blocks Traffic
According to the Highway Patrol, a tractor-trailer has overturned on Garner's Ferry Rd. near Antioch Church Rd.
Deputies: Man said he was Gov. Haley's bodyguard
NEWBERRY, S.C. (AP) — A Chapin man has been arrested for claiming to be a personal bodyguard for South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley.
Ethics panel created by Gov. Haley releases report
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A panel led by two former attorneys general has released 23 recommendations on how to overhaul South Carolina's ethics laws.
Search panel set to find an SC State president
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina State University has named a 14-member committee to search for a new president for the Orangeburg school.
Deputies Hunt For Peeping Tom
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- The Richland County Sheriff's Department wants you to be on the lookout for a Peeping Tom.
US Rep Mulvaney holds town hall in Sumter
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — U.S. Rep. Mick Mulvaney is hosting his first town hall meeting of the year in Sumter.
SC tourism leaders meet in Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Tourism leaders from across the state are meeting in Columbia to discuss developments in one of the state's biggest industries.
Rep. Clyburn meeting with reporters in Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — U.S. Rep. James Clyburn is meeting with reporters in his South Carolina district.
Deputies: Scam Focuses on Unpaid Power Bills
Some scam artists are just waiting to dupe people out of their hard-earned money.
Local Health Department Gets New Phone #'s
Some Midlands residents will need to update their phone books.
