Calhoun News
Safety patrols increase around the State House
The S.C. Department of Public Safety increases patrols to make sure the State House is protected, the grounds are maintained and protesters are safe.
Williamsburg Church Fire, 20 Years After Burned by Former KKK Members
(WOLO) BREAKING TONIGHT... A black church is on fire.... 20 years after it was burned to the ground by two former members of the KKK.
Jeb Bush calls Confederate flag a "racist symbol"
Republican frontrunner Jeb Bush made it very clear Monday that he thinks the Confederate flag is a racist symbol and Governor Nikki Haley is doing the right thing by having it removed.
Clemson Trustees Call for Flag's Removal
The Clemson University board of trustees has called for the removal of the Confederate flag from state house grounds.
Video: Woman accused of removing Confederate flag out of jail
A North Carolina woman charged with defacing a monument after removing the Confederate flag flying in front of the S.C. State House is out of jail.
Man killed while crossing I-77 northbound identified
Richland County Coroner Gary Watts has released the name of the individual who died yesterday evening at approximately 7:30 p.m. while crossing I-77 northbound at mile marker #8.
Missing teen found, man arrested in connection with runaway
A 15-year-old girl reported missing from her Dalzell-area home early Friday morning has been located, and a 22-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident.
Woman struck by lightning while deplaning at CAE
A woman was struck by lightning deplaning her fight at Columbia Metropolitan Airport Saturday evening.
Miss South Carolina 2015 Crowned
Daja Dial, Miss Greenville County, was crowned Miss South Carolina 2015 in front of a roaring crowd at Township Auditorium in Columbia, SC, on Saturday.
Sumter County Sheriff’s Office offering church security seminars
The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office announced it is offering seminars to all Sumter County religious organizations to aid them in developing security protocols, including guidelines on how to respond to a violent incident.
Senators reflect on Senator Pinckney; look ahead to Confederate flag debate
Senators from both sides of the aisle reflect on their colleague, friend and family member, Senator Clementa Pinckney, and look ahead at the Confederate flag debate coming to the legislature.
S.C. House and Senate agree to debate Confederate flag removal
The South Carolina House and Senate adopt resolutions to debate the Confederate flag, after the budget is passed.
Reaction to Governor's call for Confederate flag's removal
Midlands residents and state lawmakers react to the news that the Confederate flag flying in front of the S.C. State House will be taken down.
City of Columbia issues boil water advisory
The City of Columbia Water Works has issued a boil water advisory for certain water customers.
Four-year-old found dead in car at Columbia apartment complex
Richland County Sheriff's Deputies say they're investigating the death of a child at Richland Terrace Apartments in Columbia, after the child was found inside a car on the property
Community members cry for Confederate flag's removal
Hundreds gathered in front of the South Carolina State House Saturday night, to call for the Confederate flag to be taken down.
Former Emanuel A.M.E. Pastor Reacts to Mass Shooting
A local pastor talks about the moment he heard friends from the church he once worked with were gunned down during a church service.
Famously Hot Blood Drive
The American Red Cross Columbia Chapter is asking you to roll up your sleeves and give the gift of life.
Teen ballet dancer from Columbia catches world's eye
16-year-old ballet dancer from Columbia earns global recognition for his art.
Richland Penny Program holds meeting on bikeway projects
The Richland Penny Program wants to make roads a little more friendly for bikers.
Leg found near Charleston marina is from a human
The Charleston County Coroner's Office has confirmed that a leg found in the Ashley River near Dolphin Cove Marina is human.
