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SC bishop being investigated amid Episcopal schism

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina bishop is being investigated by the Episcopal Church in a new chapter of the ongoing schism in the church over the ordination of gay ministers and other issues.

Correction: Duke Energy-Rate Request story

GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — In a Nov. 22 story about Duke Energy's rate increase request in South Carolina, The Associated Press erroneously reported that Duke was negotiating with the Public Service Commission. Duke spokeswoman Paige Sheehan says the utility continues to negotiate with the groups intervening in the rate case before the commission in an effort to reach a settlement, not with the commission itself.

The infamous Thanksgiving Day Parade

We here at ABC Columbia wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving! Here's our gift to you... the most hilarious and ridiculous parade our Good Morning Columbia Team has put together for you! Click the story to access the video.

Thanksgiving Fire Safety

Fire officials are urging people to prepare for more than just a holiday meal. Failing to cook your Thanksgiving feasts safely can be a reciepe for disaster.

SC Firefighter Assaulted

GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ A Pelzer man has been arrested after authorities say he pushed and slapped a firefighter trying to help him after a car wreck. Greenville County deputies say 28-year-old Kenneth Henderson was arrested Tuesday night and charged with third-degree assault and battery.

Occupy Columbia Protesters Sue Governor Haley

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Several Occupy Columbia protesters arrested last week for refusing to leave the Statehouse grounds sued South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley and state public safety officials on Wednesday, saying their First Amendment rights were trampled when they were arrested for demonstrating on public property.

Atheist Billboards Hit Columbia, Strike a Nerve

The words: "Don't believe in God? You are not alone." are ruffling the feathers of many in the Midlands, while the organization responsible says it's the perfect advertisement campaign for its cause.

South Carolina chief: Arrest verifies complaint

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The chief of security at the South Carolina Statehouse says officers arrested a protester for defecating on the grounds but couldn't remember when, and the state's public safety agency has yet to produce an incident report.

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