Hiring Our Heroes Offers Jobs
Columbia, SC (WOLO)- Veterans and military spouses looking for work will have a chance to find a job. The U-S Chamber Of Commerce is hosting *Hiring Our Heroes* tomorrow.
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SCE&G, SCEMD Prepare for Winter Weather
Preparations are underway, statewide, for this week's winter weather.
Federal Same Sex Ruling Impacts South Carolina
The federal expansion recognizing same sex marriages will impact South Carolinians, even though South Carolina is one of 34 states where same sex marriage is illegal.
Driver Suspension Eligibility Week
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles announced the upcoming Driver Suspension Eligibility Week for drivers.
Dorn VA Folo
Columbia, SC (WOLO)- One day after a new report details a number of problems at Dorn VA Medical Center... the hospital has no comment. Yesterday at 6, we first reported the Inspector General's findings, ranging from issues with scheduling surgical procedures to no adequately staffing operating rooms or monitoring patient care closely.
Life in Prison for Man who Killed Mom with Hammer
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ A 42-year-old man has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for beating his mother to death with a hammer in her Greer home.
Composite Sketch Released in Bar Murder
Local authorities have released a composite sketch of an unidentified man who fatally shot a 31-year-old Brandon Ratliff.
Kicking the Smoking Habit
CVS announced plans to pull tobacco from its shelves. ABC Columbia news speaks with a USC Professor about the impact.
New Information In Columbia Hit And Run
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-There's new information tonight regarding a fatal hit and run collision that happened back in December. The Highway Patrol has released new surveillance video, showing a woman who they say may have witnessed the crime.
SC Wife Arranged to Have Husband Killed
PICKENS, S.C. (AP) _ Pickens County deputies say a 34-year-old woman arranged to kill her husband so she could collect $250,000 in life insurance.
Findings Released in Dorn VA Allegations
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The Office of Healthcare Inspections has released a set of new findings in an investigation surrounding the Dorn VA Medical Center.
DSS Responds to Criticism
DSS responds to criticism over child deaths reported in 2013.
Intervene During a Dispute or Not
In the wake of a man getting shot and killed trying to break up a verbal altercation at a bar and grill in Lexington County, authorities say deciding to intervene is a personal decision. However, they don't recommend it.
Cracking Down on Sex Offenders
KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- The Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office is stepping up its enforcement of sex offender laws.
2 Charged in Cross Hill Shooting Deaths
CROSS HILL, S.C. (AP) _ Two arrests have been made in the shooting deaths of an uncle and niece whose bodies were found in her Cross Hill home.
Anti Gang Bill
Columbia, SC (WOLO)- Being in a gang could result in more prison time in South Carolina.
EXCLUSIVE Murder Victim's Mother: "It's devastating"
Local authorities say the murder of 31-year-old Brandon Ratliff will be solved with input from the community, as investigators have very little to go on. Meanwhile, the victim's family is planning a funeral with more questions than answers surrounding Brandon's death.
Home Invasion Results In Schools Locked Down
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-It was a tense morning for two northeast Columbia schools, who had to be placed on lockdown following a shooting. Richland County deputies say around 11:30 this morning, two people entered a home on Brookfield Road. Investigators say one man was shot during the incident, his condition is unknown at this time.
DOT Moves Up Replacement of Spartanburg Bridge
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) _ Work to replace a bridge over Interstate 585 in Spartanburg has been moved up by five months after the bridge was heavily damaged.
'Truthful Tuesday' Protesters Rally for Medicaid Expansion
Truthful Tuesday protesters returned to the State House Tuesday to push for Medicaid expansion.
7-Year-Old Killed in Accident
SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO) -- The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly collision.
Myrtle Beach Council Prefers Cruising to Strolling
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) _ It seems members of the Myrtle Beach City Council prefer cruising to strolling.
Authorities Say A Midlands Woman Shot And Killed Her Boyfriend
Columbia, SC (WOLO)- Deputies in Orangeburg say a 23 year old woman shot and killed her boyfriend. Investigators say the couple began arguing around 1:30 this morning. When she tried to leave the home, deputies say Jeremy Williamson pulled her back inside and began punching her.
Another Day, Another Data Breach
Hilton, Sheraton, Westin and Marriot join Target, Neiman Marcus, and craft retailer Michaels on the list of 'who's getting hacked today.'
Aiken Deadly Shooting
An Aiken man is behind bars after he's accused of killing his elderly aunt following an argument Saturday night.
