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1st flu cases diagnosed in South Carolina

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Health officials say the flu season has officially started in South Carolina.

Fined South Carolina senator: 'I made a mistake'

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A state senator who was fined nearly $5,400 for accepting donations above the legal limit says it was an unintentional mistake, and he's moving on.

Police Find $33,000 in Marijuana Following Traffic Stop

A traffic stop in Columbia leads to drug charges.

DJJ Youth Winners at SC State Fair

The South Carolina State Fair is showcasing artists through pictures, ceramics and even welding.

Publix Issues Recall on Frozen Tempura Shrimp

You may be storing some seafood in your freezer that you'll want to avoid.

Fun Factoid Emerges from Debate

There was a lot of talking during last night's presidential debate. But who said more?

Feds: 1 Arrested in Plot to Attack Federal Reserve

A 21-year-old man arrested on charges he plotted to blow up the Federal Reserve building in New York City has appeared in federal court and been ordered held without bail.

Politics Gets Scary

Politics can be a scary thing, escpecially as we creep closer to Halloween. Area stores say Presidential masks are all the rage every election year. This year is no different and may even determine who could be the next Commander in Chief.

Charleston schools offering dual degree program

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ Two Charleston-based institutions of higher learning are teaming up to offer a program that allows students to get law and business degrees in three and a half years.

2nd Presidential Debate: Voter Opinions Are In.

The fiery debate between President Obama and Republican candidate, Governor Mitt Romney had voters talking Wednesday.

Parenting Solo Conference, Celebs Come to Columbia

Parenting Solo is a community wide movement to assist those who go it alone in caring for their children. The founder of the program is hoping an upcoming event will change the face of solo parenting statewide.

Fiber Optics Maker Expanding in Spartanburg County

DUNCAN, S.C. (AP) _ A company that makes fiber optic products is expanding its operations in Spartanburg County. AFL announced Wednesday that it would invest $8.6 million to expand its presence in Duncan, creating 95 new jobs.

Richland County man charged with killing wife

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Richland County man has been charged with shooting and killing his estranged wife.

Third Arrest in McDonald's Shooting

Columbia Police have arrested a third suspect in connection with a deadly shooting at a Midlands fast food restaurant.

VP Biden Attends Hollings Vigil

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WOLO/AP) -- Vice President Joe Biden attended a vigil in Charleston Tuesday for Peatsy Hollings, the wife of former U.S. Sen. Ernest Hollings.

Former Gaston administrator pleads guilty to fraud

LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — The former town administrator in Gaston has pleaded guilty to taking money and supplies from the town for her own use.

SC motorists can get cash for old batteries

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina motorists can get cash for every auto or marine battery they turn in during a cleanup effort that runs the rest of this month.