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Lieutenant governor candidates debate on SCETV

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The candidates vying to be the state's last elected lieutenant governor are debating on South Carolina educational television.

SC DHEC gets $2.2 million grant from feds

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is receiving a grant of more than $2.2 million to provide services to mothers and children.

Graham, challenger Hutto congenial at Senate forum

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Republican U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham and his Democratic challenger have met for the first time, disagreeing on the issues, but doing it politely.

Feed the Need

One in seven families right here in the midlands are going to bed hungry, but you can help.

Man Found Shot to Death in Spartanburg County

WELLFORD, S.C. (AP) _ Spartanburg County sheriff's deputies are investigating the shooting death of a man in Wellford.

Part Of Riverfront Park Closed

Columbia, SC (WOLO)- A wastewater leak is causing some issues in downtown Columbia. It has forced officials to close the north entrance parking area to riverfront park... until further notice. But you still have access to the walking trails.

Woman: SC DMV wouldn't let me take wife's name

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Another lawsuit has been filed over South Carolina's same-sex marriage ban.

Congaree National Park water tests find problems

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Water testing of creek and other waterways that flow into and through Congaree National Park have found harmful levels of medicines and sewage.

In Court: Former Trooper caught on dash cam firing during traffic stop

Former State Trooper Sean Groubert is expected in court today. Groubert was fired by the Dept. of Public Safety after dash cam video was released of a shooting during a routine traffic stop.

Feed the Need

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- We're asking for your help feeding the Midlands' hungry. ABC Columbia is teaming up with Cooperative Ministries and Little Caesar's for the Feed the Need campaign. Beginning next Monday through November 14th you can drop off non-perishable…

Columbia walking to support those with lupus

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A walk scheduled for Columbia is aimed at supporting people diagnosed with lupus and their families.

Down ballot races draw attention in SC

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — In an election year topped by races for governor and both U.S. Senate seats, several down-ticket races are also drawing attention in South Carolina as Democratic challengers question the ethics of some Republican incumbents.

Fall Festival Ushers in Halloween

Forget the tricks...hundreds of little ones came out for the treats during this year's fall festival.

Deadly Fire

A man is dead after his Anderson home goes up in flames.

Deadly Crash Kills Elderly Man

Authorities say a car heading in the wrong direction is to blame for a deadly weekend crash.

Bobby Harrell formally resigns from SC Statehouse

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Former House Speaker Bobby Harrell has formally submitted his resignation from the South Carolina Legislature.

With low numbers, Ervin still has effect on SC gov

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Tom Ervin knows that he is an extreme longshot to win the South Carolina governor's seat.

SC woman sentenced for lying to FBI in kidnap case

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Federal authorities say a woman has been sentenced to three months in prison for lying to the FBI during a kidnapping investigation.

Boo At The Zoo

Columbia, SC (WOLO)-Riverbanks Zoo And Garden is once again preparing to scare up a fall favorite. "Boo At The Zoo" is in full swing.

Two Found Dead at Lake Wylie Home

LAKE WYLIE, S.C. (AP) _ York County sheriff's deputies are investigating the shooting deaths of two people found at a home in Lake Wylie.

Officials: Columbia Airport Cleared of Ebola Threat

Emergency medical crews respond to Columbia Metro Airport with a sick passenger on board an inbound flight.

SC: Couple can't bring same-sex federal lawsuit

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is asking a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit brought by a couple seeking recognition of their same-sex marriage performed out of state.

BREAKING: Officials hold flight at Columbia Metro for passenger with nose-bleed

There's a developing story from the Columbia Metropolitan Airport Friday. Reports indicate a plane from Dulles has been grounded because of a sick passenger.