Capital One seeking to acquire Discover
The Wall Street Journal reports Capital One is buying Discover Financial Services, citing people familiar with the matter.
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Starbucks opens first cafe designed for disabled guests
Starbucks has opened its first cafe designed to give customers with disabilities more store accessibility.
Murdaugh family's former Moselle property to become horse farm after $1M deal
The Murdaugh family’s infamous Moselle property is under contract to become a horse farm after an online auction this week.
GOP candidates elevate anti-transgender messaging as a rallying call to Christian conservatives
Thousands of people in one of South Carolina’s most conservative counties roared when Donald Trump promised to cut federal funding on “Day 1” for schools pushing what he called “transgender insanity” onto children.
Trump VP contender Tim Scott doesn't want to talk about vice president's role in certifying election
Sen. Tim Scott, a potential running mate if Donald Trump becomes the Republican presidential nominee, is treading carefully on questions about whether he would have certified the 2020 election had he been vice president at that time.
Nikki Haley is sharpening contrasts with Donald Trump in the South Carolina primary's closing days
Nikki Haley is using the closing days of her South Carolina Republican primary matchup with Donald Trump to hone her argument that she is the lone remaining candidate who can unite Americans, despite the former president's electoral wins thus far and his popularity in her home state.
Trump ordered to pay hundreds of millions in civil fraud lawsuit
Now to the bombshell ruling in former President Trump's civil fraud lawsuit. This after a judge found he exaggerated how much his properties were worth to get favorable bank loans and insurance rates.
Richland Co. coroner identifies teenage shooting victim
The Richland County Coroner has identified the victim of a deadly shooting that took place along the 1800 block of Bywood Drive Friday afternoon
Columbia College embraces its past while looking forward to the future
“Columbia College has its roots as a small liberal arts college that provides a personal experience tailored to every student’s needs," said Dr. John Dozier, Columbia College president. "While growth is important, we want to grow strategically.”
Newly obtained video shows Alex Murdaugh’s arrest outside Florida rehab
Newly released body cam video shows the moment Alex Murdaugh was arrested outside of a rehab facility in Florida where he received treatment for drug and alcohol abuse.
Unclaimed Korean War Veteran laid to rest at Ft. Jackson National Cemetery
He passed away at a nursing home in Sumter County, and is considered an unclaimed Veteran -- having outlived his relatives. And likewise, no photograph is available of Hysner to share.
Judge orders Trump and his companies to pay $355 million in New York civil fraud case
A New York judge ordered Donald Trump and his companies on Friday to pay $355 million, finding they engaged in a yearslong scheme to dupe banks and others with financial statements that inflated his wealth.
Don’t look now but gas prices are rising fast
If you’ve filled up your gas tank this week, you probably noticed it cost you more.
Nikki Haley's request for Secret Service protection one step away from final approval
A group of top congressional leaders has recommended that Republican candidate Nikki Haley receive protection from the U.S. Secret Service after she reported a growing number of threats during her presidential campaign, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.
Red Lobster giving away endless lobster experience to 150 fans
Hardcore seafood fans can enjoy Red Lobster’s new contest!
Target to unveil 'DealWorthy' value brand this month
Target is taking aim at budget-conscious customers with a new inexpensive brand with prices for everyday basics that start at less than $1, underscoring the way inflation has squeezed Americans and hit Target’s sales in recent quarters.
Scout Motors breaks ground on Blythewood facility
The $2 billion investment is set to bring 4,000 jobs to South Carolina. Scout Motors’ CEO expects the vehicles to be hitting the roadways of the Palmetto State by 2027.
US retail sales declined in January by much more than expected
Spending at retailers in the U.S. tumbled much more than expected in January.
After 10 years on the streets, Columbia man has a place to call home
"I was so glad to take that key, and open up that pod, and go right in there. It felt safe, it was like home. And from that point on, my next move was to have my key to this place," says Green.
Deputies: Teen brought loaded gun to school
Investigators say the 15 year old boy was arrested after school administrators were notified he was showing the gun to other students.
