The Daily Gamecock

In Brief: 8/29/16

Another radioactive material buildup found at Columbia nuclear plant

An issue with the air pollution control system was discovered at a nuclear power plant in Columbia, The State reports. Investigators found a buildup of radioactive material within the system. The issue didn't pose an immediate threat, but if unchecked it could have eventually caused major problems. Another buildup of uranium was discovered at the same plant in July.

— Compiled by Mary Ramsey, News Editor

Haley releases tax returns

Gov. Nikki Haley detailed her family's financial situation to the public with the release of their 2014 and 2015 tax returns, The Post and Courier reports. The family's income fell from 2013 and 2014 levels as Haley's husband shifted to just working part time and royalties from Haley's book fell. Haley also just released her 2014 tax returns because, according to her office, she was focused on the Charleston shooting and Confederate flag fight last summer.

— Compiled by Mary Ramsey, News Editor

Shooting in Richland County wounds one

One person was shot in Richland County early Sunday morning, WLTX reports. The man was transported to Palmetto Health Richland hospital after being shot in the lower body. The incident took place just before 2 a.m. on Hillvale Drive, and the shooting is still under investigation.

— Compiled by Mary Ramsey, News Editor


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