Gov. Haley to still speak, time pushed to Tuesday
South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley is holding on to her prime time speaking slot at the Republican National Convention in Tampa.
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Pacific Park in Columbia closed to public
The Pacific Park in Columbia has been closed to the public for a safety study.
Man identified in single-car wreck in Gilbert
A man who died over the weekend in a single-car crash in Gilbert has been identified.
Here is the latest South Carolina news from The Associated Press
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — Investigators say the remains of an 18-year-old man last seen leaving a library in Sumter have been found on the side of a highway. The Sumter County sheriff Anthony Dennis says a pathologist confirmed yesterday that the bones found by a man collecting cans two days before were Aaron Abraham. Investigators say they don't have any suspects or a motive.
Deputies: Man pretended to be doctor for 6 months
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Lexington County deputies say an Austell, Ga., man spent six months pretending to be a doctor at five senior citizen facilities around Columbia.
SC wants owners to check dams before Isaac rains
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina environmental officials are asking dam owners and operators across the state to check the structures and begin lowering water levels if necessary.
5 People Arrested in Suspected Meth Labs
Columbia police discovered two separate meth labs in two area hotel rooms. The suspects occupying those rooms have been taken into custody.
Main Street Closed
Main Street will be closed between Gervais Street and Washington Street Sunday and Monday between the hours of 6 and 10 p.m.
Travel expected to be up for Labor Day holiday
It looks like more people will be hitting the roads during the Labor Day holiday weekend, despite a sluggish economy and higher gas prices.
Sumter teen missing for a month is found dead
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — Investigators say the remains of an 18-year-old man last seen leaving a library in Sumter have been found on the side of a highway.
Cutting costs when gas prices go higher
Costs for fueling up continue to go up, and that's not helping your wallet. Crysty Vaughan shares some ideas with you on how you can help balance your budget in this edition of the Consumer Minute.
SC legislator to go to court in tax evasion case
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A suspended South Carolina legislator who faces no opposition for re-election is heading to trial on tax evasion charges.
Midlands communities holding water festival
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — While school may have started across much of South Carolina, there still time to have some summer fun.
State Farmers Market holding boiled peanut party
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — People can go nuts all day long for South Carolina's official state snack.
Water Festival Makes a Big Splash
The summer may be close to ending, but that doesn't mean you have to give up fun in the sun. Dozens came out to do just during the annual water festival.
Georgia Man Accused of Playing Doctor in Columbia
Authorities say a 48 year old man treated as many as 500 patients in the Columbia area without a medical license.
Neil Armstrong Dies
The first man to take steps on the moon has died from complications during heart surgery.
Gov. Haley's staff gets $27,000 worth of raises
South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley has given $29,000 in raises to her staff.
$6,000 reward posted for missing Columbia teen
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Authorities are offering a $6,000 reward for information leading to a 15-year-old Columbia girl who has been missing for a week.
Citadel hires firms to assist in abuse probe
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — The Citadel Board of Visitors is hiring two outside firms to investigate how the military school handled a complaint about a former camp counselor now serving 50 years in prison for molesting boys.
Woman found in Columbia yard was dead for days
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say a woman whose body was found by a neighbor in the front yard of her Columbia home had apparently been dead for several days.
New program to launch at C.A. Johnson High School
A new program is launching at C.A. Johnson High School that will help students prepare for careers in the health sciences.
SC pension fund misses the mark on returns
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's pension fund investments have generated far less over the past year than hoped, but officials say there's no cause for alarm.
Woman identified in single-truck wreck
A person who was killed in a Tuesday morning crash has been identified.
