61-year-old man killed after being struck by CSX train
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — The Lexington County Coroner has identified a man who was killed after being struck by a train.
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Charleston Church of mass shooting steeped in history
The Charleston church that was the site of Wednesday night’s massacre is steeped in historic significance stretching from the time of slavery to the civil rights movement.
House approves compromise to keep Uber rides available in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A bill allowing Uber to continue operating in South Carolina past the end of June could be one vote from Gov. Nikki Haley's desk.
SC State declares financial emergency to make deep cuts
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — The new trustees at South Carolina State University have declared a financial emergency at the school that will allow administers to make deep cuts in programs, faculty and workers.
SC Senate rejects last-ditch attempt to force roads debate
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The legislative session will end without a road-funding bill, despite the House's last-ditch effort to pressure the Senate into passing a plan.
More witnesses take stand in Troy Stevenson case
[gtxvideo vid="q2EwCPZn" playlist="" pid="rkijshg2" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/q2EwCPZn.jpg" vtitle="Stevenson trial day three”] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- After Troy Stevenson rejected a plea deal Tuesday, day three of the murder trial included witness testimony from investigators to forensic scientists. From two-minutes on the stand…
Hillary Clinton Makes Campaign Stop in SC
Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton made her second campaign stop in the Palmetto State on Wednesday afternoon.
Boeing supplier to build new Orangeburg plant; hire 75
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — A company that helps build the coverings for the compartments for the engines for Boeing jets is opening a new plant in Orangeburg County.
SCHP: Train & truck collide in Lexington County
We're following developments in a deadly crash out of Lexington County.
Deputies: Body found floating in Northeast Columbia
Deputies in Richland County say they're looking into how a man's body ended up in a body of water in northeast Columbia.
Fire forces residents from Columbia assisted living home
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — More than 80 residents were forced from an assisted living complex in Columbia after a morning fire.
More dangerous heat in eastern South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — It's another scorcher for eastern South Carolina.
Job growth, training focus of Clinton's trip to S. Carolina
SANTEE, S.C. (AP) — Hillary Rodham Clinton is talking about the importance of job training during a visit to South Carolina this week.
City fires Newberry police chief
The Newberry police chief is out.
Man vents about the Midlands heat wave
We're not even into the official start of summer, but the City of Columbia is proving its "Famously Hot."
Graham releases free online book during presidential run
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham is releasing an online autobiography to coincide with his run for president.
Fire at retirement community forces evacuation
A three alarm fire prompted a mass evacuation at the Forest Pines Assisted Living Facility Retirement Community off Forest Drive.
Misting stations open to beat heat
The City of Columbia is trying to help folks stay cool.
SC Senate majority leader asks Leatherman to step down
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's most powerful politician says he has no intention of stepping down as the chamber's leader.
SC board approves borrowing $123M for Volvo incentives
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's financial oversight board has approved Gov. Nikki Haley's request to borrow $123 million for infrastructure promised to Volvo.
Man Charged in Hunnewell Case Rejects Plea Deal
On Tuesday, a midlands man accused of murder rejected a plea deal.
Teen ballet dancer from Columbia catches world's eye
16-year-old ballet dancer from Columbia earns global recognition for his art.
State financial board gives SC State extension on loan
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A state financial board has given South Carolina State University a five-year reprieve from repaying a $6 million loan.
Rand Paul says people have had enough Bushes, Clintons
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul says he thinks voters are tired of presidents and White House hopefuls coming from a handful of families.
Heat advisory again Tuesday for eastern South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — It's going to be dangerously hot again in eastern South Carolina.
