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Cops: Tardy USC student leads police on chase

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say a University of South Carolina student blamed being late for class as the reason she wouldn't get out of her car when stopped by police.

Sentencing Date Set for Shaquan Duley

A sentencing date has been set for a South Carolina mother who pleaded guilty to killing her two young sons, then staging a watery car crash scene.

Suspect Arrested in Fatal Orangeburg Shooting

Deputies in Orangeburg County have arrested a man in connection with shooting and killing a man Tuesday night.

Accused Internet Predator Arrested in Kershaw Co.

Kershaw County deputies have arrested a man they say drove from North Carolina to have sex with who he thought was a 14 year old girl.

Bill Banning Camping Advances at State House

South Carolina legislators are trying again to boot Occupy Columbia protesters from Statehouse grounds.

AG Wilson on Healthcare Act Panel

South Carolina's top prosecutor is in Washington this week to participate in a panel discussion about the Obama administration's health care overhaul.

Orangeburg Sheriff: Man held in shooting death

ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — An Orangeburg resident has been found shot to death and sheriff's deputies have charged a man with attempted murder.

Occupy Columbia Protesters Return to State House

Occupy Columbia protesters are back at the Statehouse with a tent as emergency regulations barring their around-the-clock presence expired.

Fans React to USC Women's Basketball Success

With the USC Women's Basketball team headed to the Sweet Sixteen for only the third time in school history, fans are excited.

Lawsuit Against Governor Dismissed

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A judge has dismissed a complaint accusing South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley of breaking ethics laws while a member of the state House.

SC House Member Resigns Amid Investigation

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina Rep. Thad Viers has resigned amid accusations that he harassed an ex-girlfriend. Viers said Wednesday he is resigning effective immediately as prosecutors seek an indictment against him. The 34-year-old Myrtle Beach Republican says he must focus all of his effort on his defense.

SC panel approves bills on business property taxes

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — House panels have approved measures cutting South Carolina's tax rate on manufacturing and commercial property and increasing some residents' personal income taxes.

SC ponders turning buses over to school districts

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The primary sponsor of a bill that would turn the state-run school bus system over to local districts told a House panel he wants to give opponents time to review his amendments to the measure before bringing it up for a vote.

11 SC students competing for televised performance

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Eleven school children from around South Carolina are competing for a chance to perform on television.

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist to speak at USC

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist is speaking at the University of South Carolina on investigating business and government.

Man Wanted in SC Slayings Wrecked Car in Louisiana

Orangeburg County deputies say a man wanted for killing two women was involved in a wreck in Louisiana while driving the car of one of the victims.

Clock is Ticking on USC Class Schedule

USC officials say they're shifting all first classes from 8am to 8:30 in the morning by the fall of 2013.

SC Panel Defeats Bill to Cut Business Property Tax

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A House panel has voted down a bill cutting South Carolina's tax rate on manufacturing property. The measure is part of a tax reform package introduced last week by the House Republican Caucus.

Preventing Colon Cancer

Colon Cancer is highly preventable, but too many are not taking the steps to avoid it. Learn more about the importance of colonoscopies and how you can prevent Colon Cancer in this visit to the Corner of Main and Gervais!

Okra Strut 'Home' to Cost $1 Million

After years of contention and friction over the future of the Irmo's Annual Okra Strut, town leaders could purchase a new home for the festival for a $1 million price tag.

Pretrial Intervention

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ The South Carolina House has approved a bill allowing some lawbreakers another chance to straighten up

Rubio to headline SC GOP fundraising event

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Florida Sen. Marco Rubio is coming to South Carolina to address an annual Republican fundraising dinner.

Police: Patrol on Bikes

With a record crowd of more than 40,000 in attendance, this year's St. Patrick's Day Festival in Five Points only came with 36 arrests, during the festival.