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N. Charleston Police investigating infant hot car death

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC (WOLO) – North Charleston Police are investigating the death of an infant left in a hot car Tuesday (4/4). According to CPD, the father of the infant informed them that “he was supposed to drop his child off to daycare but he forgot to do so.” The father was allegedly at work the entire day and realized…

Former Mayor: State funding key for African American Museum

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -A former mayor says funding from South Carolina would allow construction to start on the planned International African American Museum. Former Charleston Mayor Joe Riley told The Post and Courier of Charleston that a $5 million infusion of state funds would allow construction to start this summer on the city’s waterfront. Legislators have not committed to the…

Police: Charlotte Murder Suspect May be in Columbia

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–  Investigators in Charlotte say a man wanted for murder there may be in the Midlands or the Upstate. Charlotte Mecklenburg Police say Joseph Abercrombie, 32 is wanted for the murder of Antwain Price. Police say Abercrobie may be staying at motels in the Columbia or Spartanburg areas. If you know where he is call 704-336-VCAT.    …

HPV Vaccine Study

ABC NEWS– The HPV Vaccine is given to children to prevent cancers in later life but one group isn’t getting it as frequently. Why not? ABC News Correspondent Serena Marshall has the story. Categories: Local News, News Tags: HealthNews

House Approves Bill on State Liquor License Limits

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) – The House has approved a bill to re-establish the state’s limit on how many liquor stores a person or business can own. In a 100-1 vote on Tuesday, the House agreed with a Senate proposal limiting licenses based on whether a country has a population of more than 250,000 people. The new law keeps the limit…

House Handles Santee Cooper Future, Passes Bill With Major Changes In Store

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–  Taking away power from those on the board of Santee Cooper. The House made some important amendments Tuesday deciding the future for ratepayers and the oversight of the state-owned electric company. The House passed a bill taking away the jobs of those in charge of Santee Cooper, hoping to replace them with new blood. The bill states the new…