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Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Cybersecurity consultants say South Carolina should spend $15 million next year to better secure residents' personal data.

Sunday, May 05, 2013  A showdown is looming in the South Carolina Senate over efforts to find extra money for the state's crumbling roads and bridges.

Tuesday, April 09, 2013  In just a few weeks, NASCAR fans will be tuning into Fox to see the Southern 500 from Darlington. Some lucky players have a chance courtesy of the "Lady in Black."

Monday, March 25, 2013  Crop insurance claims total $16 billion after widespread U.S. drought; cost stirs debate in Congress

Friday, February 15, 2013  The announcement that American Airlines and US Airways will merge could be beneficial for local airport.

Thursday, February 14, 2013  Lays released three consumer-inspired potato chip flavors this week: Chicken & Waffles, Cheesy Garlic Bread and Sriracha.

Wednesday, January 02, 2013  Investigators say a man called Richland County deputies after stabbing his girlfriend to death, putting her body in a plastic container and bringing her to the parking lot of a McDonald's restaurant in Columbia.

Monday, December 03, 2012  Eliminating the $1 bill could save taxpayers plenty over the next 30 years

Friday, November 30, 2012  The Kansas City businessman is giving away $100,000 this holiday season, and spent the day in New Jersey and New York giving away thousands.

Tuesday, November 20, 2012  'Breaking Dawn - Part Two' sucks up $141 million for debut weekend of 'Twilight' finale

Saturday, November 17, 2012  Officials explained why Experian was chosen over other companies.

Saturday, August 25, 2012  Apple's $1 billion award in Samsung patents lawsuit could mean fewer smartphone options for consumers

Friday, August 17, 2012  The Columbia Blowfish will have the option to play in Capital City Stadium for another season.

Wednesday, June 20, 2012  The State Law Enforcement Division says the director of a non-profit created to prevent family abuse has been arrested for embezzeling more than $10,000 from the group she was in charge of.

Wednesday, June 13, 2012  Solicitor Donnie Myers will avoid appearing in court Thursday after paying a ticket for an alcohol related offense he was charged with last Friday.