Man accused of posing as social worker re-arrested
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Columbia man accused of posing as a social worker to take money from seven vulnerable adults faces new charges.
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Banks Cancel Debit Card Fees
Just in the last few weeks four major banks have announced that they plan to do away with some controversial bank fees. A majority of banks were planning to begin charging their customers a fee in order to use their debit cards.
SC Democrats Plan Lawsuit over US House Plans
South Carolina Democratic Party Chairman Dick Harpootlian says a lawsuit will be filed within two weeks over the U.S. House district plans the Justice Department says it won't challenge.
15 Indicted in Lancaster County Gang Crackdown
LANCASTER, S.C. (AP) _ More than a dozen people have been indicted as part of a gang roundup in Lancaster County. South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson and Sheriff Barry Faile said Monday 15 people had been indicted for gang activity.
Fake Social Worker
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A Columbia man accused of posing as a social worker to take money from seven vulnerable adults faces new charges. Columbia Police Chief Randy Scott announced that 45-year-old Mitchell Smith was arrested Monday morning and charged with neglect of a vulnerable adult and simple possession of marijuana.
Halloween Safety
Halloween is a time for fun and treats, but don't let the tricks turn dangerous. We have some safety tips to keep you and the little ghosts and goblins safe on Halloween.
SC court affirms pregnant girlfriend murder
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's highest court has upheld the conviction of a man found guilty of smothering his pregnant girlfriend, then using her cell phone to send relatives text messages so they would think she was all right.
Eau Claire High School cancels class
School was cancelled for students at Eau Claire High School on Monday after a suspicious package was found at the school.
USC Up To 9th In BCS Standings
After improving to 7-1 on the season, South Carolina is up to 9th in the latest BCS Standings. Clemson drops to 11th in the BCS after losing its first game of the season.
SC district to give iPads to all high schoolers
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — All high school students in Lexington 1 school district will soon receive their own personal iPad to use in class and wherever else they want computer access.
AP Enterprise: Brown estate was saddled by debt
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — James Brown's charitable trust had just $14,000 in it and his estate was saddled with more than $20 million in debt as it languished in a court battle three years after his death in 2006.
USC Topples Tennessee, 14-3
Connor Shaw threw for one touchdown and ran for another as No. 14 South Carolina survived Tennessee with a 14-3 victory on Saturday night.
VMI, Citadel renew Military Classic of the South
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — After a four-year hiatus, The Citadel and VMI are renewing the Military Classic of the South.
Pharmaceutical Company to Bring Jobs to Midlands
Nephron Pharmaceutical Corporation and Gov. Nikki Haley announced Friday the company's plan to build a new manufacturing plant in Lexington County, which will generate more than 700 new positions.
Hi-Tech Trick or Treating (or Tweeting?)
Halloween is going high tech, from candied apples to iPads, and you have new ways to trick or treat gadget style. In this edition of the Consumer Minute, Crysty Vaughan takes a look at some of the newest ways to have a ghoulishly good time.
SC caseworkers plan to cut child abuse, neglect
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Each year, state social workers are unable to substantiate thousands of reports of child abuse or neglect, yet hundreds of those cases later result in harm to children. South Carolina officials said Thursday they aim to improve that record with a review of caseworker practices.
Gingrich plans 2-day swing to court SC voters
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Former U.S. House Speaker and GOP presidential hopeful Newt Gingrich is planning to make two days of campaign stops in South Carolina.
SCDOT: 2 key bridges replaced ahead of schedule
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina transportation officials say two emergency bridge repairs on major highways in the state have been completed weeks ahead of schedule.
Lexington sheriff, school kids start chess program
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — The Lexington County Sheriff's Department and Lexington County School District One are teaming up to start a chess program for at-risk kids.
Tips to Winterize Homes
If you haven't had to start pumping the heat in your home - get ready for that to change. This week those warm temperatures are expected to take a dip.
I-95 Repairs
SANTEE, S.C. (AP) _ Repairs to the bridge over Lake Marion on busy Interstate 95 in South Carolina have been completed about three weeks ahead of schedule. The state Transportation Department announced Thursday that the work was completed last weekend. It was originally expected to be finished in mid-November.
Plane of Missing SC Man Found Near Moncks Corner
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. (AP) _ The wreckage of a plane belonging to a Berkeley County man missing for two weeks has been located near the county airport near Moncks Corner. Authorities say 65-year-old Kenneth Tollett was found dead inside. Tollett was last seen Oct. 13 on his way to the airport. He regularly flew out of state and his family reported him missing on Sunday.
$99 Mllion Hospital to Bring Healthcare Services, Jobs
Officials Palmetto Health celebrate the groundbreaking of a brand new $99 million hospital, promising hundreds of jobs for South Carolinians.
Columbia officer fired after prostitution charge
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Columbia police officer has been fired after being accused of having sex with a teen prostitute.
Healing Species: Helping Children Cope With Love
A South Carolina based organization is bringing dogs into the classroom to chelp children cope with life's obstacles.
