Body Found in Burning Car Likely Homicide Victim
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ Investigators say the body of a woman has been found in a burned car in southern Greenville County.
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Missing SC Boaters Found; 1 Dead, 1 Hospitalized
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say one boater is dead and a second hospitalized after a weekend fishing trip in Charleston County.
Charleston County Inmate Found Dead in his Cell
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities are investigating the death of a 29-year-old inmate being held in the Charleston County jail on sex charges.
HomeWorks Still 'Homeless,' Needs Warehouse
The sale of a10,00 square foot facility of open space HomeWorks of America uses to house its materials, supplies and gear has sent founder Hank Chardos and his staff on a weeks-long scavenger hunt for a new space, to no avail.
ATM Stolen from Fort Mill Bank Found
FORT MILL, S.C. (AP) _ York County sheriff's deputies have found an ATM stolen from a bank in Fort Mill last week.
Speaker Of The House Re:Ethics Complaints
Columbia, SC (WOLO)- The Speaker Of The House does not want the state's top attorney investigating ethics complaints against him.
City Manager on Holbrook: "He's a good man"
Columbia City Manager Teresa Wilson did not mince words about wanting to totally create what she calls a "new era of integrity and leadership" in hiring William Holbrook, which is a far cry from what she, city leaders and citizens have been used to over the last several years.
Grocery Store Tours
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-A local grocery store is giving you the chance to learn more about affordable, healthy eating, and it won't cost you anything.
DUI Reform in SC Closer to Reality, Say Lawmakers
The proposed Emma's Law, name for Emma Longstreet, a then-six-year-oldwho was killed by a drunk driver two years ago, cleared a major hurdle today as a house criminal law subcommittee gave the green light to proceed to the next level in the legislative process.
Earthquake Rattles Summerville
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WOLO) -- A small earthquake has shaken houses and rattled some residents in the Summerville area.
Attempted Murder And Kidnapping Arrest
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-Richland County deputies have arrested a man on attempted murder and kidnapping charges. Investigators arrested Trevor Robinson around 10:30 last night in Dentsville.
Columbia City Council Chastised for Behavior
The level of communication amongst Columbia City Council members has become so convoluted, they believe, that they were asked to co-sign a clause that they would cooperate and conduct themselves in a respectable manner during meetings.
Seattle Man Gets Life in Woman's Killing in SC
ANDERSON, S.C. (AP) _ A Seattle man who stabbed his girlfriend to death while visiting his mother in South Carolina has been sentenced to life in prison.
Bill Considered Regarding Speeding In Work Zones
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-State lawmakers are considering a bill to encourage drivers to slow down in highway construction zones.
Bottlenose Dolphin Washes Up on Hilton Head Island
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (AP) _ A marine biologist says a bottlenose dolphin has died after washing up on Hilton Head Island.
Mega Millions Jackpot
Columbia, SC (WOLO)- Today is St. Patricks Day, so will the luck of the irish be with you if you buy a Mega Millions ticket? The Mega Millions is now at 400 million dollars.
Suspect Sought After SC Man Attacked for Belching
TEGA CAY, S.C. (AP) _ Police in South Carolina are looking for a suspect who apparently doesn't tolerate bad manners.
CPD Insiders Name Holbrook as Top Chief Candidate
City of Columbia officials say the announcement on its next chief of police will come sometime this week. However, while they are remaining tight-lipped on the identity of the top candidate, Columbia Police Department insiders aren't.
Electronics Stolen From Williams-Brice
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Authorities say a 41-year-old man stole thousands of dollars of televisions and video game equipment from a players' lounge at Williams-Brice stadium in Columbia.
SC School Bus Driver Cited Twice in 1 Day
UNION, S.C. (AP) _ A Union County school bus driver has been cited for two accidents in one day.
Top Candidate for Police Chief Chosen, Acting Chief Speaks
City of Columbia officials confirm a top police chief candidate has been chosen. However, his identity is not scheduled to be revealed until next week's formal announcement.
Unemployment Falls
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-The number of people filing initial unemployment claims has fallen to a three-month low. That's according to a report released today (Thursday) by The Labor Department.
Melron Kelly Named Acting Columbia Police Chief
Major Melron Kelly has been named Acting Chief of Police for the City of Columbia, in the wake of Interim Chief Ruben Santiago resigning. This, just days before city officials are scheduled to hire a brand new police chief.
Ruben Santiago Resigns as Columbia Police Chief
Columbia City Manager Teresa Wilson announces appointment of an acting police chief, in the wake of the interim chief resigning, all while the hire of a brand new chief is expected next week.
