Little Known SC Black History Facts
Little known black history facts exist about South Carolina more than one might think, and we got assistance from a local Catholic nun to help us uncover some of the hidden treasures, starting with her school.
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SC police look for driver in school bus wreck
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Columbia police are offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of a woman they say fled the scene of a school bus wreck that injured a child.
Google offers SC small businesses free websites
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Google is offering South Carolina businesses a free website.
Bill would let police keep more information secret
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina House is considering two bills that could change the way South Carolina citizens get information from police and their local and state governments.
Man charged with murder in Swansea shooting
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Lexington County deputies say they have charged a 31-year-old man with murder in the shooting of a man who bled to death in his Swansea home.
Suspect Wounded in Shootout with Richland Deputies
A suspect has been wounded in a shootout with Richland County sheriff's deputies.
SC State Finances
ORANGEBURG, .S.C. (AP) _ Trustees at South Carolina State University in Orangeburg say they will cover a budget shortfall this year largely with reserve funds.
Man Charged With Murder in Swansea Shooting
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) _ Lexington County deputies say they have charged a 31-year-old man with murder in the shooting of a man who bled to death in his Swansea home. Sheriff James Metts said Friday that Patrick Larry planned to rob 43-year-old Matthew Milhouse Jr. at his home Sunday and ended up shooting him in the leg with a shotgun.
Gamecock fans excited about opening day
Fans came out in numbers for the 2012 Carolina baseball season opener.
USC Wins 14th Straight Season Opener
L.B. Dantzler's two-out RBI single in the bottom of the eighth inning helped lift second ranked South Carolina to a 2-1 victory over VMI on Opening Day at Carolina Stadium in front of a sellout crowd of 8,242 fans.
Stolen Pit Bulls: Shelter Update
If you suspect your lost or missing pit bull is one of those stolen from Columbia recently and then taken to a dog fighting training compound in Bamberg County, there are ways to locate the animal safely.
Missing toddler's Grandmother believes he is still alive
Just moments before a prayer vigil for her missing grandson Amir Jennings was held Thursday night, Jocelyn Jennings spoke out.
Gamecocks Win Season Opener
The Back to Back National Champions took home a nail-biter in their season opener with a 2-1 win over VMI.
Afternoon with the Red Tails, Metro Style
If you haven't see the box office hit, 'Red Tails,' Richland County is hosting a local event that will feature the Columbia chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen and offer on-the-spot history lessons.
SC State Trustees Meet, Say Nothing about Probe
South Carolina State University trustees met for four hours behind closed doors, but again refused to say anything more about why several officials at the school were fired.
Bill would block education standards in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Senate panel is considering a bill that would bar South Carolina from implementing national education standards in math and reading.
SC senators continue debate on restructuring bill
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Senate continues debate on a bill that would restructure state government and put many bureaucratic functions under the governor's control.
Chemical Company Expanding in Lee County
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A chemical company plans to expand its operations in Lee County, creating 60 new jobs. Gov. Nikki Haley said Thursday that Martech Research will spend nearly $5 million to expand the operation in Bishopville.
Judge refuses release of dashboard tape
AIKEN, S.C. (AP) _ A judge has refused to release to the public the videotape from a dashboard camera that captured the fatal December shooting of an Aiken police officer.
Ban on public cash for inmate sex changes advances
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A legislative panel has approved a bill to prohibit state money from being used for sex change surgery for inmates.
Bald eagle returns to SC's Riverbanks Zoo exhibit
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's Riverbanks Zoo is getting a rescued female bald eagle that will live in a new exhibit space.
Stolen Dogs ID'd, Training Compound Uncovered
A dog theft investigation spanning multiple counties comes to a close, as a third suspect is arrested, stolen dogs are identified and the dog training compound the animals were kept in, is busted by police.
SC Big Brothers Big Sisters gets mentoring grant
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's Big Brothers Big Sisters of greater Columbia is getting a $122,000 grant from the federal Office of Juvenile Justice to expand its program for mentoring children in military families.
Saluda County Guards Gave Inmates Big Macs
Authorities say two former guards at the Saluda County jail have been arrested after they gave prescription drugs and bought fast food for inmates.
City and County Officials Discuss Economic Development
City of Columbia and County officials took time out of the usual business of governing laws, to find better ways to work together to spur economic growth and development.
