SC Drought
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ Heavy rains in the past week or so seem to be breaking the drought in South Carolina.
Calhoun News
Mega Millions Winning Ticket Sold in Bishopville
You may be hoarding a winning Mega Millions ticket and not even know it.
Man Sentenced to 45 years in SC Pool Hall Death
RIDGELAND, S.C. (AP) _ A 23-year-old man has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for a shooting death in a Ridgeland pool hall. Solicitor Duffie Stone says Brett Howard was sentenced after he was convicted Wednesday of murder in the 2009 death of Woodrow Brantley.
Troopers Not 'Sitting' on Seat Belt Violators
As some 32 million people plan to hit the roadways for the Memorial Day Holiday weekend, South Carolina Highway Patrol officials remind you that seat belt violations are now a primary offense in the state.
Hebrew Boys Scam
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Investors are receiving some of the money they entrusted with a South Carolina trio dubbed the ``3 Hebrew Boys'' currently serving decades in prison for an $80 million scam.
Arrest in Cab Driver Shooting Two Years Later
After nearly two years, an arrest is made in a Newberry County shooting of a former cab driver, when the cab driver identifies the man he believes shot him multiple times and left him in a ditch to die.
House Dem Asks Panel to Reopen Haley Ethics Case
The House Ethics Committee chairman says a hearing is set on a measure asking his panel to reconsider its decision to drop charges against Gov. Nikki Haley.
Wofford...Dunlap Retiring
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) _ The president of Wofford College says he is going to retire at the end of the 2013 academic year.
Haley Says State Senate Must Cut More Taxes
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Gov. Nikki Haley is demanding that South Carolina state senators cut more taxes. The Republican governor said Tuesday the Senate needs to include in its 2012-13 spending plan a reduction in personal income taxes.
Beaufort Man Shot to Death in Aiken Apartment
Investigators say a Beaufort man has been shot to death in an apartment in Aiken.
Cherokee County Inmate Dies From Heart Attack
GAFFNEY, S.C. (AP) _ The Cherokee County coroner says a 59-year-old inmate who died in the county jail suffered a heart attack.
CPSC Recalls Inflatable Pool Slides
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Wal-Mart and Toys R Us are announcing the recall of about 21,000 inflatable Banzai in-ground pool water slides.
Mother, Son Killed in Crash Laid to Rest
Hundreds gathered in Columbia to remember the lives of a mother and son, they say, ministered together, served the community together and laid to rest, together.
Election Lawsuit
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Three federal judges are set to consider an attorney's argument that South Carolina decision to send partial ballots to overseas voters was a violation of federal election law.
Mother's Day Extra Special for 'Only' Children
Mother's Day is extra special for one Midlands family, as the ladies celebrate being an only child and the unique bond they all share.
Rainey Appealing Haley Case to House
A Republican activist has asked the full House to reconsider ethics charges against South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley.
The Midlands 10 Most Fascinating People: Mayor Steve Benjamin
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Mayor Steve Benjamin makes the list of the Midlands 10 Most Fascinating People.
Lexington Double Fatal Folo.
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) _ Lexington County officials have released the names of two men killed in a wreck earlier this week.
Behind the Scenes with: Mayor Steve Benjamin
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Mayor Steve Benjamin makes the list of the Midlands 10 Most Fascinating People.
City of Columbia Announces Summer Performers
If you're looking for a summer night getaway in Downtown Columbia, Finlay Park may be the place for you.
The Midlands 10 Most Fascinating People: The Chicken Man
Columbia, SC (WOLO) - The Chicken Man, Ernest Lee is one of the Midlands Most Fascinating People.
No Regular 'Sweet 16th' for Midlands Teen
One Midlands girl forgoes her 'Sweet 16' birthday celebration to give back to others.
BEHIND THE SCENES 10 MOST FASCINATING: CHICKEN MAN
Columbia, SC (WOLO) - The Chicken Man, Ernest Lee is one of the Midlands Most Fascinating People.
SC Budget
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ The Senate Finance Committee has unanimously advanced a budget that provides higher raises to state workers, pays for long-deferred maintenance at all public colleges and spends more money on special needs students.
