Supt. Of Education-Tom Thompson Advances To Runoff
Columbia, SC (WOLO)- Tom Thompson, Democrat, has advanced to a runoff for Supt of Education in South Carolina.
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Supt. Of Education -Sheila Gallagher has advanced to a runoff
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-Sheila Gallagher has advanced to a runoff in the Democratic primary for South Carolina's superintendent of education. Gallagher unofficially received 36 percent of the vote Tuesday night making her the biggest vote getter in the primary. She will most likely face either Tom Thompson or Rep. Jerry Govan in the June 24 runoff.
McMaster in lead for SC lieutenant governor
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-Former two-term Attorney General Henry McMaster is in a runoff race in two weeks to be South Carolina's next lieutenant governor. Early returns show McMaster with 44 percent of the vote, putting him in the lead by a margin of 20 percentage points.
Loftis beats newcomer for 2nd term as SC treasurer
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) _ South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has won the Republican primary against political newcomer Brian Adams. Early results show Loftis winning Tuesday with 62 percent of the vote. The outcome means he wins a second term as South Carolina's chief financial officer. As in 2010, no Democrat or third-party candidate is running.
Hutto Wins Democratic Primary for the US Senate
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ State Sen. Brad Hutto has won South Carolina's Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate.
Weathers wins GOP primary for agriculture chief
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Incumbent Hugh Weathers has won the Republican primary for South Carolina's agriculture commissioner. Early returns show the 57-year-old Weathers winning Tuesday's Republican primary with 64 percent of the vote over Joe Farmer.
Dickerson wins Dem primary, to face Scott in Nov.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Richland County Council member Joyce Dickerson has won South Carolina's Democratic primary to face U.S. Sen. Tim Scott. Early returns showed the 68-year-old Dickerson winning Tuesday's primary with 67 percent of the vote over former York County Council member Sidney Moore and Myrtle Beach attorney Harry Pavilack.
Bob Livingston Defeats Challenger For Adjutant General
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-Bob Livingston has defeated his GOP primary challenger in his bid to be re-elected South Carolina's top military officer. Early returns in Tuesday's primary show Livingston with 77 percent of the vote over 45-year-old James Breazeale. Livingston has no opposition in November.
Meth Explosion
Richland County, SC (WOLO)-An investigation in Richland County continues tonight. Investigators are trying to figure out how a meth lab exploded. Authorities are trying to locate two adults and a three month old child following the explosion this morning at regency mobile home park on alpine road.
'Minor Hiccups' Hinder Voting Process
Interim Director for the Richland County Elections and Voter Registration office says 'minor hiccups' in Tuesday's primaries do not compare to what has come to be known as the election debacle of 2012-2013.
What you need to bring with you to the Polls:ID
There's a major change you need to know about that could impact your vote. It's the first time a statewide primary gets ready to take on the new photo voter ID law.
Primary Races at a Glance
Polls are now open for the SC Primary. A look at the races here.
Fatal Motorcyle Crash
The Columbia Police Department is investigating a fatal motorcycle collision that has shut down traffic.
Dorn VA Audit
Columbia, SC (WOLO)- Patients seeking care through the Dorn V-A are waiting an average of 77 days for their first appointment with a primary care doctor. That is more than five time longer than the department's goal.
Man Shot to Death in Anderson
ANDERSON, S.C. (AP) _ An Anderson man has died after being shot during a drive-by incident over the weekend.
Tips To Tackle Traffic
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-According to a report from gps device maker Tomtom, in 2013, Americans on average spent more than 20 additional hours in traffic, losing two-and-a-half work days, crawling on the road.
Man Mowing Lawn Struck and Killed by Pickup Truck
EFFINGHAM, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a drunken driver has hit and killed a man mowing his lawn in Florence County.
Taking On Gangs In The Midlands
Richland County, SC (WOLO)-Columbia Police and Richland County Deputies are teaming up to take on gangs in the midlands.
SC Deputies Say an 87-Year-Old Purposely Rams Building
ANDERSON, S.C. (AP) -- Anderson County deputies say they are looking for an 87-year-old man they say intentionally rammed his truck into a restaurant and then drove away.
Mother, 9-Year-Old Son Die in Summerville Fire
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a fire has killed a mother and her 9-year-old son in Summerville.
Sumter Shooting Suspect Wanted
Sumter, SC (WOLO)-Sumter authorities remain on the lookout for 17-year-old Dominik Dingle... seen in this surveillance video firing off shots at a passing s-u-v.
Statewide Texting Ban
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-Lawmakers have passed a statewide ban on texting while driving.
Sen. John Courson Explains Abrupt Resignation
Republican state senator John Courson says he feels he was forced to resign his position as president pro tempore. This, after hearing that personal friend and current Lt. Governor Glen McConnell, is expected to step down later this week.
Veteran's Daughter Upset with Dorn's Care of Father
As lawmakers in Washington scramble to find a solution to the veterans administration's problems. People across the country and in the Midlands are in need of care.
