November 12, 2008
North Carolina teachers in trouble over Facebook postings
An investigation by NBC affiliate WCNC uncovered pictures and comments on Facebook.com that even Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools district leaders admit are “inappropriate.“
November 11, 2008
Woman charged in baby’s 2004 death in SC
A woman living in Alabama has been arrested and charged in the death of her daughter four years ago in South Carolina.
Health care group to discuss uninsured SC children
A national health care advocacy group says more than 12 percent of South Carolina children have no health insurance.
Gov. Sanford rips Republicans in cnn.com column
South Carolina’s Mark Sanford criticized Republicans he said campaigned on lower taxes and less government and then “faked it” once in power.
November 10, 2008
Governor wants investigation of Carolina First Bank
Gov. Mark Sanford has asked the U.S. Treasury Secretary to investigate Greenville-based Carolina First bank to see whether it’s “gaming the system” to get federal bailout money.
C business studies play loose with stats
What’s the biggest industry in South Carolina? Depends on who you ask.
November 07, 2008
Bad data blamed for bleak SC tax revenue report
The South Carolina comptroller general’s office says it overestimated the drop in state sales tax revenue for October by nearly $50 million because of old data.
More budget cuts possible
The Board of Economic Advisors plans to meet Friday afternoon to discuss what the plunging revenue means for this year’s budget and next year’s spending plan.
November 06, 2008
Newspapers capitalize on Obama victory
Newspapers in the Carolinas are revving up their printing presses amid demand for commemorative editions following President-elect Barack Obama’s historic victory.
November 05, 2008
Voters remove age of consent from constitution
With 79 percent of precincts reporting, 52 percent of voters approved the amendment.
November 03, 2008
2 NJ boaters rescued near SC’s Winyah Bay
Coast Guard officials say two New Jersey boaters are safe and in good condition after their vessel sank off the South Carolina coast.
November 01, 2008
SC boy shot, killed trick-or-treating; 2 injured
Authorities say a 12-year-old boy has been shot and killed while trick-or-treating in central South Carolina.
October 30, 2008
SC Gov. Sanford lets $488M budget cuts stand
South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford will allow $488 million in state spending cuts go into effect without his signature.
Egyptian student wants FBI video excluded at trial
An Egyptian college student charged with transporting explosives wants an FBI-produced video excluded from his trial in Tampa.
SC takes orders for Christian license plates
South Carolina has begun taking orders for Christian-themed license plates.


