DSS Faces Sibling Lawsuit
The Department of Social Services Denies Allegations "gross negligence" in pending case.
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Deadly Car Crash
Richland County is investigating a single car crash that killed one early Saturday morning.
Chikungunya Virus Confirmed In SC
Columbia, SC (DHEC)-A mosquito-bourne illness traditionally found in Africa... Asia... and the Caribbean... has made its way to South Carolina. The Department of Health and Environmental Control has confirmed the first case of Chikungunya Virus in an upstate resident.
In-person Jail Visits in Lexington to End
Face to face jail visits in Lexington County will soon come to an end. This, as technology takes over. Officials say the change will enhance the time inmates spend with their families. But, not everyone agrees.
Pilot Whale Dies on Beach at Hilton Head Island
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (AP) _ A 15-foot-long pilot whale has died after stranding itself on a Hilton Head Island beach.
Doctor on Car Deaths: 'We can prevent this'
The South Carolina Department of Public safety says it takes only ten minutes for the temperature inside your vehicle to jump 20 degrees. That can make for dangerous conditions for young children, doctors say, unless adults take the wheel to prevent it from every happening.
SC State University's Million Dollar Pledge
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO)-It looks like South Carolina State University is putting it's money where its mouth is. The university's foundation has pledged 1 million dollars to the institution to maximize recruitment and retention efforts for the upcoming academic year.
Parents of Florence Toddler Charged in Death
FLORENCE, S.C. (AP) _ The parents of a Florence toddler who died earlier this year after being left in a hot car have been arrested and charged with neglect.
SC Police Say NC Woman Faked Disappearance
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) _ North Myrtle Beach police say a missing North Carolina woman faked her disappearance to avoid going to court on criminal charges.
House Speaker Bobby Harrell Speaks out on SC Supreme Court Ruling
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-Speaker Of The House Bobby Harrell is speaking out about today's ruling. Harrell says quote: “As the circuit court ruling stated, after more than a year of investigations the attorney general was still pursuing this case even though he could not point to a single shred of evidence of criminal wrongdoing.
Suspected Cold Case Killer in Custody...for Different Crime
Widow April Randolph knows the man whom police believe killed her husband is in jail. However, the suspects is not in jail for murdering April's husband, and that's a problem.
SC State Fiscal Status Faces Continued Criticism
South Carolina's inspector general says financially struggling South Carolina State University should stop diverting millions of dollars to school foundations.
Officials: 'Fan the Heat' Project 'Vital'
The West Columbia Police Department is kicking off the 2014 “Fan the Heat” project for the citizens of the city, and the Department want your help in continuing to provide a critical need during summer months.
North Myrtle Beach Search For Missing Woman Continues
North Myrtle Beach, SC (AP)- Authorities in north myrtle beach are still looking for a missing North Carolina woman who was scheduled to be in court this week. 42-year-old Amy Arrington was reported missing Saturday. Her husband says she went into the ocean and wasn't seen again.
SC Mother Cited for Leaving Children Inside Car
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities have cited a York mother after police say she left her three children in an unlocked car, despite leaving the air conditioning on and asking a friend to watch them.
Iraq War Vet in SC gets 32 Years for Killing Baby
LANCASTER, S.C. (AP) -- An Iraq War veteran will spend 32 years in prison after admitting he slammed an 11-month-old girl's head against the ground, killing her.
Lancaster Co. Boy Dies After Being Trapped in Car
Lancaster Co. (WOLO)-Developing in Lancaster county... a 3-year-old boy has died... several days after being locked in a hot car for a time. officials say Logan Cox died over the weekend at a Charlotte hospital. The medical examiner's office has not yet determined little Logan's cause of death.
1 Dead, Officer Survives Crash
A Dillon County police officer was responding to a scene early Sunday when authorities say the crash occurred.
Voter ID Law Showing Promise
The State Election Commission says the Controversial Voter ID law appears to be working.
Toddler Killed In Greenwood Accident
A toddler was killed Saturday after authorities say she was hit by an suv at a area park.
Thomas Ravenel Makes A Major Announcement
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-Former State Treasurer Thomas Ravenel says he is running as an independent for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Lindsey Graham.
Mayor Benjamin Releases Statement Following Pinson Verdict
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin seeks to clear his own name in the aftermath of his friend and former business partner, Jonathan Pinson, being convicted of federal public corruption.
Lancaster Boy Suffers Heat Stroke Inside Locked Car
Lancaster, SC (WOLO)- A 3-year-old boy is in critical condition tonight after suffering from heat stroke after he accidentally locked himself inside a car in Lancaster.
Union County Jail Guard Charged with Assault
UNION, S.C. (AP) - Authorities say an officer at the Union County jail has been arrested after pushing a female inmate against a wall, causing her to cut her head.
Cigarette Burglary In Sumter
Sumter, SC (WOLO)-Police in Sumter need your help identifying a man who they say broke into at least three local businesses, stealing cartons of cigarettes. The Newports were valued at nearly 4-thousand dollars.
