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FBI, security alliance focus on white collar crime

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — A seminar on how to detect fraud in a high-tech world is being sponsored by the FBI and a South Carolina alliance of companies that works to increase the security of society's infrastructure.

Former HomeGold executive appeals conviction

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A former executive involved in one of the biggest bankruptcies in South Carolina history is appealing his conviction for securities fraud before the state Supreme Court.

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.

VA to cover extra costs amid home loan confusion

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs says it will cover extra costs for veterans who struck deals on home loans and faced the possibility of higher fees amid confusion over a federal law change.

SC agency denies permit for Savannah harbor plan

SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Environmental regulators for South Carolina have denied a permit sought by the Army Corps of Engineers to deepen the river channel to Savannah's booming seaport in neighboring Georgia.

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.

Sumter County leader, tire maker disagree on deal

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.

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