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2 hours, 23 minutes ago  State Law Enforcement Division agents are investigating a deadly shooting involving a West Columbia police officer.

Friday, May 03, 2013 

Thursday, May 02, 2013  South Carolina lawmakers have given final approval to legislation that would give federal authorities information about people who have been determined by a court to have mental problems.

Sunday, April 14, 2013  Richland Co. Deputies are searching for three unknown suspects that attacked a man; taking three items from him.

Saturday, March 23, 2013  The Richland Co. Sheriff's Department is on the lookout for a man who tried to break into a home Friday night.

Thursday, March 21, 2013  A House panel has advanced a bill designed to prevent people who have been declared mentally ill from buying guns.

Wednesday, March 20, 2013  Police say a suspect arrested Tuesday in connection with an armed robbery at a jewelry store is also wanted for murder out of Atlanta, Ga.

Tuesday, March 19, 2013  One suspect is in custody and police are searching for a second suspect after a reported armed robbery at a jewelry store on Tuesday.

Friday, March 15, 2013  Faith groups across the nation are zoning in on gun violence this weekend. A coalition of nearly 50 denominations and faith-based organizations is leading the national Gun Violence Prevention Sabbath Weekend.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013  A 28-year-old woman who authorities say unsuccessfully tried to fire a gun at officials at a private girls' school in Charleston has been indicted in federal court.

Monday, March 11, 2013  A 22-year-old man is wanted by deputies in connection with an armed robbery and kidnapping that occurred in January.

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  Parents from a Charleston school that authorities say was the scene of a failed shooting say a new proposal could keep South Carolina safer.

Monday, February 04, 2013  Police say a 3-year-old boy and his 7-year-old sister were playing with a gun when it fired, killing the boy in a Greenville apartment.

Wednesday, January 23, 2013  Two law enforcement officers in Spartanburg County have reported that someone broke into their vehicles, taking a gun, badge and other equipment.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013  A teen found carrying a gun on school grounds at a Midlands high school has been arrested.