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Watch: Columbia Flood Recovery

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Nearly a year after October’s Historic Flood, Columbia City leaders continue to work on recovery. City leaders hosted a Flood Relief meeting Thursday night to discuss the Federal Aid that is being allocated to the city for flood relief, and where the money should go. The U.S. Department of Housing has allocated nearly 20 million dollars to…

Watch: Zika update

ABC, CNN — Zika concerns widen in the midst of possible heavy rain in South Florida. Crews are working around the clock in Miami, where Zika outbreaks have been declared. Forecasters are keeping a close eye on a tropical system that could threaten South Florida. Experts say heavy rain could mean standing water and standing water can likely lead to…

Watch: Medical Professionals Discuss EpiPen Alternative

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) —In the past seven years the cost of and EpiPen, a quick injection used to treat severe allergic reactions, has skyrocketed from $100 to $600. Amid outrage over the climbing costs, Mylan announced plans to expand the patient assistance program. Patricia Fabel with the College of Pharmacy at USC says for many the additional aid isn’t enough…