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GM expanding SUV recall due to faulty suspension

General Motors says an earlier recall of its Chevrolet Trax SUV will be expanded.

Suspect arrested in connection to SC State University shooting

Police say a man has been arrested in connection to the shooting on S.C. State University campus on the morning of Friday, Sept 20.

Convicted Chapin arsonist charged with setting two fires in Lexington

A Chapin woman is accused of intentionally setting two fires on the same road last week, according to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.

"Saying Grace" Hunger project aims to feed 100,000 in the Columbia community

If you're looking for a way to impact your community, here's a suggestion- start by saying grace.

Four arrested in connection to a homicide in Kershaw County

Kershaw County deputies say they have arrested four people in connection to a homicide last week, where a body was found.

Leading Democrats gather for funeral of SC's Emily Clyburn

WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Leading congressional Democrats and some of the party's presidential contenders are gathering for the funeral of Emily Clyburn, wife of House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn of South Carolina. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Georgia Congressman…

Army recruit dies before training exercise in South Carolina

FORT JACKSON, S.C. (AP) - An 18-year-old Army recruit at Fort Jackson in South Carolina has died before a training exercise. Fort Jackson spokesman Patrick Jones said in a statement that the recruit died Friday while preparing for outdoor physical…

USC releases statement in response to headline in The State

The headline posted in the Sunday paper caused outrage on social media and prompted an official response from the University of South Carolina.

Workers prepare to widen Interstate 26 west of Columbia

CHAPIN, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina transportation officials say there may be lane closures on Interstate 26 west of Columbia as workers prepare to widen the highway. The Department of Transportation says it will widen 16 miles (26 kilometers) of…

Coroner identifies victim in Lake Murray boating incident

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)-The person who died after a boating incident on Lake Murray has been identified. Richland County Coroner Gary Watts said Stanley Virgil Kiser,68, was the driver of a pontoon boat that was struck by another boat. Kiser…

Man charged with 3 counts of felony BUI after deadly boat incident

Chapin, S.C. (WOLO)-- A man is facing felony charges after one man was killed during a boat crash on Lake Murray Saturday night. According to SCDNR, it happened near Johnson Marina Rd, Saturday night. Tracy Gordon, 53, is charged with…

South Carolina tries to keep success against Missouri going

The only player on the Missouri roster who knows what it’s like to beat South Carolina is Kelly Bryant, and the quarterback transfer didn’t even accomplish the feat with the Tigers.

New Columbia ordinance to remove employment barriers for former inmates

The City of Columbia is the first to make a major move they hope will take the handcuffs off of former inmates, ultimately creating a level playing field when it comes to getting out of jail, and getting a job.

Sumter Police resumes landfill search for five-year-old Nevaeh Adams's remains

Sumter Police, with the help of state and national agencies, are searching through a Richland County landfill to find the remains of five-year-old Nevaeh Adams.

Deputies: Wedgefield man charged after armed bank robbery in Sumter

A Wedgefield man is in custody after allegedly robbing the SAFE Federal Credit Union in Sumter around 9:45 a.m. on Friday, according to the Sumter Police Department.

Walgreens to test drone delivery service

Store to door, that's what Walgreens is pledging as it prepares to test out a new delivery service.

S.C. State University officials interviewing 'person of interest' in overnight shooting

Officers are working to identify a suspect after two people were shot early Friday morning at South Carolina State University. School police said they first responded to reports of shots fired at about 2 a.m.

Man in custody after standoff with police at Red Roof Inn off I-26, deputies say

A man is in custody after having a stand-off with police at the Red Roof Inn at I-26 and St Andrews Road, according to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.