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Shaw In, Ingram Could Be Out For USC

Connor Shaw's addition to the lineup and the possible subtraction of SEC Defensive Player of the Week Melvin Ingram were the two big topics of Steve Spurrier's weekly press conference previewing the Kentucky game. ABC Columbia's TIm Hill has a recap from Willams-Brice Stadium.

Arming Yourself Against Crime

It's crime prevention month in Richland County, and the Sheriff's Department wants to make sure you have information to keep you and your family from being victimized.

Spurrier Switches To Shaw At QB

Vowing to "shake things up" after last Saturday's tough 16-13 loss, Steve Spurrier didn't waste much time, announcing Connor Shaw will start at quarterback this Saturday against Kentucky. After being one of the SEC's best QBs last year, Stephen Garcia has nine interceptions in his senior season, more than any other QB in the country.

House Fire Death

LANCASTER, S.C. (AP) _ Lancaster County officials are working to identify a man found dead in a burned house. Police Chief Harlean Howard says firefighters and officers were called to a home about 11:30 p.m. Saturday. The house was engulfed in flames with firefighters arrived.

Snacking Bandit Hits the Upstate

ANDERSON, S.C. (AP) _ Police are looking for a man who they say robbed three convenience stores in Anderson in five days, buying a snack or a soda before each robbery.

SCGOP Reclaims 'First' Title

After days of in-fighting between republican party members, South Carolina GOP officials reclaim its 'First in the South' spot, scheduling its primary ten days ahead of Florida's.

Communities Adopt Columbia Fire Stations

Monday the Columbia-Richland Fire Department announced a new program, 'Adopt a Fire Station.' It's a program aimed at building stronger relationships between firefighters and the communities they serve

NC bank's corporate recognition in SC dissolved

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's secretary of state is dissolving a North Carolina bank's recognition as a corporation in the state, a move that could affect the bank's ability to foreclose on properties and conduct other business in South Carolina courts.

SCE&G to begin Tree Trimming

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) --SCE&G perform tree trimming activities near utility lines beginning October 3, 2011 in the Shandon Neighborhood. The trimming will be completed by SCE&G contractors and work will be closely monitored on a daily basis by the City‘s…

Fatal Accident in Lexington County

The Lexington County Coroner's office tells ABC Columbia News they are investigating a fatality which occurred at approximately 12:20 AM on Sunday, October 2, 2011, on Fish Hatchery Road near the intersection of Wedgefield Circle.

Auburn Edges Gamecocks, 16-13

Auburn and its maligned defense bounced back in a big way on Saturday, defeating No. 10 South Carolina 16-13. The Tigers (4-1, 2-0 Southeastern Conference) overcame a spotty offense to wear down the Gamecocks at the end. Barrett Trotter found Phillip Lutzenkirchen for the go-ahead, 9-yard touchdown with 1:38 left.

APNewsBreak: Attorney general to check voter data

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's attorney general has questions about how the state Election Commission's data on voters without photographic identification and will delay a filing with the Justice Department as it reviews the new law.

USC's Wounded Warrior Captain

USC's game with Auburn will be a little more than just about football Saturday. The Gamecocks will wear special uniforms to help raise money for Under Armour's Wounded Warrior Project.

Continental Tire Plant deal unfinished

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -The chairman of the Sumter County Council says Continental Tire will build a plant in his county and bring up to 1,700 jobs, but a company spokeswoman says the deal isn't finished.

Fallen Cyclist Turns Deadly on SC Road

BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a bicyclist lying on a rural Richland County road was struck and killed after the driver of an SUV swerved to miss a bystander who ran into her path to warn her of the fallen person.

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