Mother: "He deliberately shot, aimed at a target, her eye."
A local mother speaks out after she says her daughter was shot in the eye with a bb gun.
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NRC scheduled to discuss nuclear projects in SC
BLAIR, S.C. (AP) — Federal officials are scheduled to hold two meetings to discuss nuclear projects in South Carolina.
Ethics commission discusses reform recommendations
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — An independent panel created by Gov. Nikki Haley is scheduled to discuss recommendations for strengthening South Carolina's ethics and public records laws.
Elections, Cyber Security Top Issues of '13 Session
Tuesday marked the beginning of the 120th South Carolina General Assembly, as lawmakers and protestors clamored for their voices to be heard on a variety of issues from election reform to cyber security to economic development.
Revenue hacking to impact restructuring debate
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Those who want to overhaul state government and give South Carolina's governor more control of bureaucratic functions will try again in the legislative session starting this week.
Former SC deputy charged with sex with child
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A former Hampton County Sheriff's deputy has been charged with two counts of criminal sexual conduct with a minor.
2 buildings burn at Columbia prison
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A fire has destroyed two buildings at a prison near Columbia.
SC legislators pledge to tackle cybersecurity
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina legislators say they're willing to spend whatever it takes to prevent another massive security breach in state government.
Amber lights help shoo away geese on Lake Murray
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — People on Lake Murray tired of geese now have a new weapon to chase the waterfowl away.
SUV Strikes Tree, Killing Driver
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash in Clarendon County.
Midlands Administrative Assistant on Leave after Husband's Arrest
A Lexington man is behind bars after authorities say he tried to sell cocaine to an undercover officer.
Traffic Back to Normal after Car Hits Power Line
Traffic is back to normal Monday night at a Columbia intersection near the downtown area.
Sirens to Sound Across Midlands Tuesday
If you hear something out of the ordinary Tuesday, don't panic.
Man Flees to Pa., Admits to Killing Wife in SC
IVA, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a South Carolina man killed his new wife, then fled to Pennsylvania and called police to confess. Iva police said 28-year-old Jonathan Craig Roe was detained Monday in Lower Allen, Pa., and was being charged with murder.
Local Teacher Charged with Second Count of Sexual Battery
Monday, a local teacher was charged with a second count of Sexual Battery with a Student.
Rare Eye Disease, Medical Bills Lead to Fundraiser
A Columbia toddler's battle with a rare eye disease has led to mounting medical expenses for his parents. Friends noticed their struggle and decided to help via a benefit concert, and they want you to participate.
Midlands Teacher Facing Second Charge
A Midlands High School teacher is facing a second charge of sexual battery with a student.
Boil Water Advisory for Kittiwake Drive and Harrington Court
The City of West Columbia issued a boil water advisory for the residents in that area, asking customers to boil their water for at least one minute when service is restored.
SC attorney general faces public records lawsuit
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A freelance journalist from Newberry has sued South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, saying he has intentionally withheld public records she requested in the fight over entertainer James Brown's estate.
Time Warner adding 650 jobs in Lexington County
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Time Warner Cable is expanding its operations in Lexington County, investing $24 million that's expected to create almost 650 new jobs during the next year.
Richland County elections director to resign
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The director of Richland County elections says she will soon step down following a troubled Election Day that included hours-long lines, broken voting machines and missing ballots.
SC to allow hunting without a license for weekend
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Anyone who ever wanted to hunt in South Carolina but doesn't have a license has a chance to head outdoors over the next two days.
SC National Guard schedules Timmonsville memorial
TIMMONSVILLE, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Army National Guard is dedicating a memorial to honor three soldiers killed last year in a bomb attack in Afghanistan.
Two Fires at SC Department of Corrections Investigated
Columbia fire officials are still trying to figure out what sparked two blazes on the grounds of the South Carolina Department of corrections Sunday evening.
Women Shot at Leaving Area Club
A night of partying erupts into gunfire outside an area night club.
