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Pedestrian hit and killed by train in Lexington County, deputies say

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Pedestrian hit and killed by train in Lexington County, deputies say

The incident happened Thursday morning in Lexington County.

March 21, 2019 10:08 AM

Toddler’s skull was broken, then SC man was charged in her sister’s death months earlier

Crime & Courts

Toddler’s skull was broken, then SC man was charged in her sister’s death months earlier

March 03, 2019 09:54 AM

Take a sneak peek inside Lexington Medical Center’s massive new patient tower

Health Care

Take a sneak peek inside Lexington Medical Center’s massive new patient tower

March 21, 2019 09:47 AM

What was that demonstration on USC’s campus all about? ‘No one is in danger’

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What was that demonstration on USC’s campus all about? ‘No one is in danger’

March 21, 2019 09:48 AM

He plowed his car into a police cruiser and got shot by SC deputies. Now he heads to prison

Crime & Courts

He plowed his car into a police cruiser and got shot by SC deputies. Now he heads to prison

March 21, 2019 07:49 AM

3 weeks after teen killed in Beaufort County boat crash, mother sues bar and others

Crime & Courts

3 weeks after teen killed in Beaufort County boat crash, mother sues bar and others

March 20, 2019 05:20 PM

General wanted a higher lake to beautify Ft. Jackson. Then, a dam broke.

Politics & Government

General wanted a higher lake to beautify Ft. Jackson. Then, a dam broke.

March 20, 2019 03:27 PM

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Richland Democratic Rep. Jimmy Bales has third health scare on SC House floor

March 21, 2019 11:53 AM

SC has three new millionaires after Powerball wins this week. Where were they bought?

March 21, 2019 12:09 PM

Momentum building toward Santee Cooper sale as SC House leaders file new proposal

March 21, 2019 11:48 AM

Billionaire pushing for Trump impeachment opens fire on SC’s Lindsey Graham in new ad

March 21, 2019 11:35 AM

Fox News host calls out Lindsey Graham for not hitting back at Trump over McCain attacks

March 21, 2019 09:09 AM

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Take a look at the new Lexington Medical Center expansion

March 21, 2019 09:47 AM

Find your baby in the new mural at Lexington Medical Center

March 21, 2019 09:47 AM

Fur over feathers: How to pick the best mascot bracket

March 20, 2019 05:16 PM

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What was that demonstration on USC’s campus all about? ‘No one is in danger’

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What was that demonstration on USC’s campus all about? ‘No one is in danger’

March 21, 2019 09:48 AM

Take a sneak peek inside Lexington Medical Center’s massive new patient tower

March 21, 2019 09:47 AM

Medical marijuana advances in SC Senate

March 20, 2019 12:58 PM

Lexington 1 is step closer to building middle school as board votes on land purchases

March 20, 2019 10:40 AM

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Report: Jared Cook going to back to NFC with New Orleans Saints

Sports

Report: Jared Cook going to back to NFC with New Orleans Saints

March 21, 2019 10:28 AM

Will Muschamp updates a few odds and ends for Gamecocks football

March 21, 2019 11:57 AM

No more running back committee for USC? ‘Trying to play three a game is way too much’

March 20, 2019 10:51 PM

For this year’s March Madness, Columbia will be the underdog capital of America

March 20, 2019 08:44 PM

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Momentum building toward Santee Cooper sale as SC House leaders file new proposal

Politics

Momentum building toward Santee Cooper sale as SC House leaders file new proposal

March 21, 2019 11:48 AM

Richland Democratic Rep. Jimmy Bales has third health scare on SC House floor

March 21, 2019 11:53 AM

SC wants stronger checks on gun sales, oppose total abortion ban, new poll finds

March 21, 2019 05:49 AM

Oil drilling near the beach is not a popular idea in SC, Winthrop poll finds

March 21, 2019 11:42 AM

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Gun violence could be curbed with help from gun-sport enthusiasts

Opinion

Gun violence could be curbed with help from gun-sport enthusiasts

March 20, 2019 11:58 AM

Wealthy have always gotten privileges, not just during college bribery scandal

March 19, 2019 01:14 PM

How House Democrats pulled a bait and switch on impeaching Donald Trump

March 19, 2019 12:15 AM

Increasing SC solar options would attract jobs, enhance economic development

March 15, 2019 10:59 AM

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One of the Jenkinsville Water Company towers overlooks Lake Monticello. 12/18/18

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Thousands exposed to dangerous drinking water across South Carolina

The Jenkinsville Water System company failed to inform customers drinking water was contaminated with bacteria. Other small water systems have had troubles with chemicals, nitrates and heavy metals.

Blogs & Columns

Kyle Busch tied Richard Petty’s record of 200 NASCAR wins. So, what’s next?

March 20, 2019 05:34 PM

Duke remains an unfinished product, which is a scary thought

March 20, 2019 04:13 PM

No dance with the Devils: NDSU knocks NC Central out of NCAA tournament

March 20, 2019 08:46 PM

Photo Gallery: NC State defeats Hofstra in first round of NIT

Photo Gallery: NC State defeats Hofstra in first round of NIT

March 19, 2019 11:23 PM

Photo Gallery: North Carolina vs Duke | March 15, 2019

Photo Gallery: North Carolina vs Duke | March 15, 2019

March 16, 2019 03:35 AM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of March 11, 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of March 11, 2019

March 13, 2019 06:24 PM

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Here is how you can enjoy spring without sneezing

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Photos from Elton John’s farewell tour in Columbia.

Entertainment

Photos from Elton John’s farewell tour in Columbia.

March 13, 2019 11:14 PM

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NEEDTOBREATHE’s new acoustic live album brings more inspiration than you might think

Go Columbia

NEEDTOBREATHE’s new acoustic live album brings more inspiration than you might think

March 07, 2019 11:43 AM

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