Senators advance 2 unemployment bills
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina senators have advanced bills disqualifying workers in part-time and seasonal jobs from receiving unemployment benefits.
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SLED chief wants to know if machines are legal
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — State police in South Carolina are moving cautiously as they investigate whether new machines showing up in stores and bars are illegal gambling devices.
Police say Greer shooting deaths came in robbery
GREER, S.C. (AP) — Police now say that the shooting deaths of two people in Greer came during a robbery attempt.
SC woman killed in ambulance crash
BEAUFORT, S.C. (AP) — A Lowcountry woman has died after an ambulance carrying her husband was involved in an accident.
Belton man dies in fire at home
BELTON, S.C. (AP) — Anderson County officials say a Belton man has died in a fire at his home.
Jasper County Celebrating 100th anniversary
RIDGELAND, S.C. (AP) — Jasper County is celebrating its 100th anniversary.
Families come a day early for SC Marine graduation
PARRIS ISLAND, S.C. (AP) — Families attending Marine Corps graduations at Parris Island are being invited to the base for an extra day to learn more about the Corps and what the recruits can expect after training.
New power rates for new, expanding SC industries
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Santee Cooper and South Carolina's electric cooperatives are offering a special power rate for new and expanding industries in the state.
SC man gets 23 years for stabbing, DUI death
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) — A Myrtle Beach man has been sentenced to 23 years in prison for stabbing a woman and then causing a fatal crash when he tried to escape from police.
Judge allows SC's Twitter lawsuit go move forward
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A federal judge has ruled that a South Carolina company's lawsuit against a former employee over Twitter followers can go forward.
Man dies in SC house fire hours after police call
BELTON, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say a 55-year-old man died in a house fire in Belton just hours after police investigated a domestic disturbance at the home.
Suspect named in killing of teen in Aiken County
NEW ELLENTON, S.C. (AP) — Aiken County deputies say they have a suspect in the killing of a teen whose body was found buried in a shallow grave over the weekend.
SC treasurer says pension system underperforming
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis says the state pension system is underperforming and paying too much in fees.
Pickens County deputy wins statewide award
PICKENS, S.C. (AP) — A Pickens County deputy has been honored for his skills in negotiating during high-pressure situations.
Phishing Scam Hits Area E-Mails
The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs is asking people to be alert of a phishing scam they say is out to get your personal information.
SC Treasurer Says Pension System Underperforming
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis says the state pension system is underperforming and paying too much in fees.
Suspect Named in Killing of Teen in Aiken County
NEW ELLENTON, S.C. (AP) _ Aiken County deputies say they have a suspect in the killing of a teen whose body was found buried in a shallow grave over the weekend. Deputies got a murder warrant Tuesday for 24-year-old Christopher Parker. Authorities say 18-year-old Huran Dix was shot over a stolen income check.
Chinese plastic film maker to open Laurens plant
LAURENS, S.C. (AP) — A Chinese company that makes plastic film often used to package food is building a new plant in Laurens County.
Judge won't lower bond for mom of missing SC boy
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A judge has denied a request to lower the bond for the mother of a South Carolina boy missing since Thanksgiving.
Twitter Lawsuit
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A federal judge has ruled that a South Carolina company's lawsuit against a former employee over Twitter followers can go forward.
