Inmate Hangs Himself at Lancaster County Jail
LANCASTER, S.C. (AP) _ Sheriff's deputies say a 44-year-old inmate has hanged himself at the Lancaster County jail just one day after he was arrested.
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SC Youth Who Accidently Shot Himself Dies
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ A 4-year-old North Charleston boy who accidently shot himself with a pistol last week has died.
Child Porn Arrest In Columbia
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-A Columbia man has been arrested on child porn. 48-year-old Stephen Hammond is charged with 6 counts of sexual exploitation of minors.
Anonymous Donor Assists with Insurance Payments
An unexpected donation to The Cooperative Ministry in Columbia will ensure thousands of Midlands residents already enrolled in the Affordable Care Act are able to keep their insurance coverage.
Suspect Allegely Shoots Man Giving Him Ride
A Columbia man is behind bars after authorities say he unintentionally shot a man giving him a ride to a party.
Man Accused of Kidnapping
A man is in custody after authorities say he's accused of holding his pregnant girlfriend and two kids against their will.
The Race for Lieutenant Governor is on
Republican race for Lieutenant Governor is off to a running start.
Husband Accused of Shooting Wife
A man is in custody after police say he admitted to shooting and killing his wife.
Dog with Head Stuck in Pipe Needs Help Quickly
SENECA, S.C. (AP) _ An Oconee County animal rescue group is asking for help to save a dog that got its head stuck in a segment of an air conditioning duct pipe.
More Car Break-in Victims
Richland County (WOLO)- More victims have come forward in a rash of car break-ins in Longcreek Plantation. Investigators say between three and five Tuesday morning several cars were broken into in the Northeast Richland County neighborhood.
Alligator Shot on Beach in Charleston County
FOLLY BEACH, S.C. (AP) _ A 10-foot alligator has been shot and killed in the surf at Folly Beach southeast of Charleston.
Rabid Cat In Saluda County
Saluda County (WOLO)- A Saluda County resident is receiving treatment after D-HEC officials say they were exposed to rabies by a cat. D-HEC officials say hundreds in our state undergo treatment for rabies every year.
Boil Water Advisory
The City of Columbia Water Works has advised customers of a water main break in Richland County.
Police Say Bluffton Woman's Death is a Homicide
BLUFFTON, S.C. (AP) _ The Beaufort County coroner's office says the death of a Bluffton woman was a homicide.
SC Army National Guard Returns
Columbia, SC (WOLO)- Members of The South Carolina Army National Guard have made a safe return back to the midlands, after a year in Afghanistan.
Palmetto Parent Family Fit Challenge
Coca-Cola wants families in our state to get fit together.
CPD Names Second in Command
Columbia Police Chief William "Skip" Holbrook announces three significant promotions at police headquarters as part of his 90-day restructuring of the Department.
BREAKING NEWS: Dr. Percy Mack to Retire
ABC Columbia News has learned Dr. Percy Mack, Richland School District One Superintendent, will announce his plans to retire.
Meth Arrest In Pelion
Pelion, SC (WOLO)- Lexington deputies have arrested a Pelion woman they say was operating a meth lab in her home. investigators say 38 year old Jamie Greenlee was arrested Monday after deputies found the lab inside her Pelion road home.
Officials: Midlands Snake Bite No Cause for Concern
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources officials say venomous bites from copperhead snakes are 'very rare' and people in the Midlands should not be overly concerned.
Free Seminar Teaches Families Couponing
One area woman has joined forces with Blue Cross Blue Shield to help families save and build their financial health.
Evacuations Ordered After Acid Leak in Upstate
TOWNVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ Some areas in Anderson County are being evacuated after a leak of hydrogen chloride in the area.
Governor Holds Constituent Meetings
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-Governor Nikki Haley today announced that she will hold constituent meetings at the South Carolina Statehouse in Columbia on Wednesday, May 14 at 4:00 PM.
Private School Tuition
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-A one-year extension of South Carolina's first private school tuition program appears to be coasting through the budget process.
HomeWorks Calls for Volunteers
Volunteers young and old are needed to move some 15,000 sq. ft. of tools and equipment from one warehouse to another. The HomeWorks warehouse has been sold and move-out date is June 1.
