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Wednesday, February 20, 2013  Investigators say a Florence woman found dead in her home by a co-worker was likely the victim of foul play.

Tuesday, April 03, 2012  An Elgin woman was arrested Monday afternoon on multiple drug charges.

Friday, September 17, 2010  Gov. Mark Sanford signed into law Friday morning a bill that requires more training for South Carolina day care operators. Sanford held a ceremonial signing for the bill known as "Kendra's Law" at his office in Columbia. The legislation went into effect earlier this month.

Friday, June 05, 2009  Authorities say a 2nd person has been charged in the death of 30 year old Nikki McPhatter.

Tuesday, April 28, 2009 

Monday, April 20, 2009  The Richland County Solicitor’s Office has confirmed that a new judge has been assigned to review the sentence in last year’s Talisha Smith case.

Wednesday, April 15, 2009  A bill to require a minimum two-year sentence for daycare workers in South Carolina convicted of seriously injuring a child has received initial approval.

Tuesday, March 17, 2009  Embattled Sixth Circuit Judge Kenneth Goode will retire according a letter sent to the State Supreme Court late last week.

Monday, March 02, 2009  Roughly $5 million d in proposed budget cuts could mean big losses for public defenders, solicitors, and victim's advocates.

Thursday, February 19, 2009  The judicial screening review of circuit court judge Kenneth Goode is now over. It warped up just before 10:00 Thursday night. The panel heard testimony to determine if Goode is capable of remaining on the bench. Now members will develop a report and present it to the House and Senate.

Tuesday, February 17, 2009  Judge delays child abuse hearing.

Wednesday, February 11, 2009  A Midlands judge at the center of a controversial ruling has the attention of lawmakers.

Friday, December 12, 2008  Mother of 15-month-old Kendra Gaddie protested the judge's decision to give 26-year-old Talisha Smith a 10-year suspended sentence and five years probation.