Infant Mortality Rate Decreases
The infant mortality rate for South Carolina fell for the fourth straight year in 2009. Yet, complications with babies born too soon or prematurely is still one of the leading causes of infant mortality.
Calhoun News
Local Lawyers Differ on Anthony Trial
Two Midlands defense attorneys, both of whom have had their fair share of murder trials, sound off on the not guilty verdict in in the Casey Anthony trial.
Wildfires Extend Well Beyond Traditional "Fire Season" In SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)--Already doubling the number of acres burned from all of 2010, this year has give forestry officials fits--not because of the severity of the fires, but the sheer consistency of them.
Infant Mortality Down in SC
South Carolina's rate of infant deaths has dropped for the fourth year in a row.
ABC Columbia, Harvest Hope Thank You
ABC Columbia, WOLO-TV, would like to thank you, our viewers, for helping to make our first food drive for the Harvest Hope Food Bank a success.
Even Local Sports Bars Tune Into Casey Anthony Verdict
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)--It may not be O.J., but it is big enough to turn this sports-crazed city into a news watching bar town.
Casey Anthony: Not Guilty of Murder
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- Casey Anthony acquitted of murder in death of her 2-year-old daughter Caylee. Casey Anthony found guilty of lying to investigators.
Fireworks Safety
It is very important to be safe out there if you're planning your own fireworks show.
Carowinds Inspection Shows Difference in N.C./S.C. Standards
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) _ North Carolina inspectors responsible for checking rides at Carowinds kept records on every problem they discovered during their annual inspections at the amusement park that straddles both Carolinas near Charlotte, N.C.
Man Kills 4, Then Himself, As Police Chase
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a man suspected of killing four people in Aiken County took his own life after officers chased him in a car belonging to one of the victims.
From South Carolina To Nebraska And Back, Fans Support Gamecocks
The past two weeks have been quite a journey for the Gamecocks baseball team, but they didn't get there without the support of their fans.
Baseball Team Honored At Statehouse
Friday, South Carolina Head Baseball coach, Ray Tanner, along with the USC baseball team, stood on the steps of the Statehouse to thank thousands of Gamecock fans for all of their support.
Coach Tanner on Fans: 'Greatest in Country'
Die-hard Gamecocks fans showed up in huge numbers to support the World Series Championship USC Baseball Team.
Nuke response planner to lead emergency agency
The man in charge of South Carolina's nuclear response plans has been tapped to lead the state's Emergency Management Division.
Hot, dry June comes to an end in South Carolina
A hot, dry June is ending in South Carolina.
New ATV Law Targets Children
Beginning July 1, it will be illegal in South Carolina for children under six years of age to ride an all-terrain vehicle, ATV.
Big Celebration Colonial Life Arena As Team Returns
Gamecocks fans have packed Colonial Life Arena to welcome back the two-time College World Series Champions.
Local Businesses Cash In on USC Win
Midlands businesses are hoping the excitement of a second win for the University of South Carolina baseball team spills over into their cash registers.
House Overrides Vetoes
South Carolina state representatives want tax money to keep going to public television.
Wednesday Celebration Set For Gamecocks
Wednesday USC will celebrate its second straight college baseball national championship at 5:30 at the Colonial Life Arena when the team is scheduled to arrive back from Omaha and the College World Series.
Senate redraws US House district lines
Plans for a new U.S. House seat have won initial approval in the South Carolina Senate.
Law Enforcement Prepares for July 4th
For the first time, Lexington County law enforcement officials combine their efforts to protect citizens on Lake Murray during the July 4th Holiday weekend.
US House district lines debate goes nowhere
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina state senators haven't made much progress on a plan to redraw U.S. House district lines.
Business Booming As The Gamecocks Continue In Omaha
Business is booming across the Midlands as the Gamecocks get ready to play game one of the championship series of the College World Series.
Gov. signs immigration bill
A bill that will allow South Carolina law enforcement officers to check the immigration status of anyone they suspect to be in the country illegally became law Monday.
