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Firefighters battling flames at several homes on Westwood Avenue

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — The Columbia Fire Department says in a tweet that at least 20 firefighters are on the scene at a home in North Columbia battling a fire. No injuries have been reported at this time. This is a developing story. Stay with ABC Columbia for the latest updates. RIGHT NOW: @ColaFire crews on scene of fire ????…

Prisma Health to offer free flu shots

Columbia,SC (WOLO)—- Flu season is almost here and most health experts say getting a vaccine each year is one of the best ways to ward off the illness. Starting Sunday,  Prism Health is doing there part to help you and your family stay flu free by offering flu vaccines at several locations at no cost. Prisma Health registered nurses will…

GM Workers remain furloughed as strike enters second week

(CNN) — Thousands of auto workers remain furloughed as the strike against general motors continues. The strike is now in its second week. The United Auto workers and GM say the two sides are making progress on key issues and are getting closer to a tentative deal. Strikers for the first time became eligible for modest strike benefits of $250…

A look at previous Presidents impeached in US History

(CNN) — If President Trump is impeached, he will not be the first. Two Presidents have been impeached previously, President Andrew Johnson and President Bill Clinton. President Johnson was impeached in 1868 after he vetoed legislation that would guarantee rights for those freed from slavery. President Clinton was impeached in 1998 accused of high crimes and misdemeanors in the wake…