APNewsBreak: Zais asks court to block fed penalty
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's schools chief is asking a federal court to suspend a $36 million penalty against the state and review an order by U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan.
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Gifted students studying science at Clemson
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Middle and high school students are at Clemson University this week for enrichment programs in science, engineering and architecture.
SC bill allowing ex-cons to clear record dies
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina lawmakers have killed a bill designed to help former convicts who have turned their lives around secure jobs.
Haley vetoes bill providing access to HPV vaccine
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley has vetoed a bill allowing the state's public health agency to provide information on and access to a free vaccine that prevents a sexually transmitted, cancer-causing virus.
Mother Continues Search for Missing Son
The Mother of a Lexington Man who disappeared nearly 6 months ago says she isn't giving up the fight to find her son.
SC--Illegal Driver's Licenses
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ Federal prosecutors say 30 people have been indicted for traveling from South Carolina to New Mexico to illegally obtain driver's licenses.
'Abortionists' Sign, Pt.2
A local church pastor plans to keep a controversial sign on display for a few weeks, even though the subject matter is causing quite a stir.
'Abortionists Target Black Babies' Sign Causes Stir
An explosive message on a Midlands church sign causes controversy over an already sensitive issue: abortion. This time, it's the supposed target audience of abortion that has one local pastor in hot water.
Reptar is still with the USC baseball team
With the Gamecocks falling to the Arizona Razorbacks for their first loss in 23 NCAA tournament games, we wanted to hear from fans about the superstition known to many as,"the fish."
Inspector general confirmation headed to SC Senate
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Senate Judiciary Committee has recommended confirming Patrick Maley as South Carolina's inspector general.
House overrides Haley veto of fire equipment
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley has vetoed a bill providing new, safer equipment to fight wildfires for South Carolina's forestry agency through insurance premium taxes.
Little progress made on SC budget compromise
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A compromise on the state budget may rest on whether South Carolina's small business owners get a tax break.
USC's Record Winning Streak Ends With 2-1 Arkansas Loss
The Arkansas Razorbacks scored twice in the first four innings and held on for a 2-1 win over the South Carolina Gamecocks in a winner’s bracket game at the College World Series on Monday night. The loss drops Carolina (46-18) into a Wednesday night elimination game against Kent State (47-19). The loss snaps Carolina’s NCAA-record 22-game postseason winning streak and also ends the Gamecocks’ 12-game winning streak at the College World Series.
Kershaw Co. Man Accused of Sexual Abuse
A man and woman from Kershaw County are awaiting a bond hearing after being charged in connection with alleged sexual abuse.
Summer Prompts 'Home Grown' Farm Fresh Push
The onset of summer brings with it a push to promote locally grown, certified South Carolina fruits and vegetables, and agricultural officials say everyone, including farmers, consumers, restaurants and, ultimately, the state's economy, benefits.
Gas falls under $3.00 per gallon in the Midlands
Cheaper gas has more Midlands drivers filling up, but they may not be going too far down the road, according to AAA.
Thee Killed in Darlington County Crash
HARTSVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ Officials have released the names of three people killed in a head-on crash on a rural road in Darlington County. Coroner Todd Hardee says the accident happened Sunday night outside Hartsville.
Charleston marks 5th anniversary of deadly fire
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — An observance in Charleston recalls nine firefighters killed while fighting a furniture store blaze.
Gamecocks Ready for Game 2 in College World Series
OMAHA, Neb. -- The University of South Carolina Gamecocks get ready for Game 2 Monday Night at 9PM against Arkansas. This after USC defeated the Florida Gators, 7-3, in the first round of the College World Series, held at TD Ameritrade Park in Omaha, Nebraska Saturday night.
New SC hurricane evacuation plans concern some
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) — Hotel owners and tourism promoters along South Carolina's Grand Strand are concerned about new hurricane evacuation plans, which take into account storm surge and include areas not previously part of such plans.
Divers find body of SC man in Lake Monticello
WINNSBORO, S.C. (AP) — Divers have recovered the body of a man listed as a registered sex offender who disappeared while swimming in Lake Monticello.
Ballot chaos opens path for petition candidates
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — In a year when nearly 250 candidates statewide were tossed from primary ballots, petition candidates have a rare shot at winning in November.
Renters Insurance: 'Small Price to Pay'
An apartment complex fire in Columbia that destroys three units and damages five others, leaving some 15 people without a place to live, prompts local insurance officials to stress the importance of obtaining renters insurance.
Happy Father's Day: Spending up on Dad!
This video is no longer available. COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- "They're worth it," says Melissa Schneck, shopper. Spending is up for Father's Day 2012, that's according to the Naitonal Retail Federation. Some Midlands shoppers aren't surprised. "No, No people don't…
SC jobless up for first time in 10 months
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The downward trend for South Carolina's jobless rate has ended, at least for now.
