South Carolina's NAACP President Arrested
The president of the South Carolina NAACP finds himself in handcuffs and in the back of a police cruiser.
Calhoun News
Own Skechers? The Check May Be In The Mail.
(WOLO) Columbia, SC- If you purchased skechers booty-firming shape-ups, a check may be in the mail for you. The Federal Trade Commission is mailing more than a -half million checks to consumers who bought the so-called toning shoes.
Local Martin Rally Has National Focus
After learning juror in the George Zimmerman trial were originally split before the final not guilty verdict was rendered, folks int he community says it's important now more than ever to come together to encourage federal authorities to seek additional charges against Zimmerman.
Gov. Haley Agrees to Pay Ethics Fine
South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley has agreed to pay a $3,500 fine for not properly identifying donors to her 2010 campaign.
SC Botanical Garden Suffers Flood Damage
PENDLETON, S.C. (AP) _ Cleanup continues at the South Carolina Botanical Garden near Pendleton, which was hard hit by flooding from the heavy weekend rains.
Zimmerman Case: What's Next?
Now that the State of Florida's case against George Zimmerman is over, questions arise about a federal case that could be brought against him in the death of Trayvon Martin. We spoke with a local law professor to find out, in fact, what's next.
Memorial Service Held for 2 SC Families
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ A memorial service was held for the two South Carolina families killed in a plane crash in Alaska last weekend.
Story Behind Gabbiee's Cell Phone Revealed
Details surrounding the discovery of a cell phone belonging to missing Midlands teenager Gabbiee Swainson, resulting in the arrest of the kidnapping suspect's daughter, are nothing short of amazing, according to Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott.
SC Balloon Launch for March of Dimes Delayed
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) _ A rainy forecast has delayed plans to launch a weather balloon along the South Carolina coast to raise money for the March of Dimes.
Sumter Drug Charges
(WOLO) Columbia, SC-An attempted traffic stop on Lafayette Drive in Sumter today leads to the arrest of 24 year old Marcus Rhodes.
Ft. Jackson Top Officer Relieved of Duties
Embattled Brig. Gen. Bryan Roberts, Commanding Officer, Fort Jackson, has been relieved of his duties, officials say, due to misconudct including adultery and a physical altercation.
Arrest Made in Gabbiee Swainson Case, Bond Set
There has been an arrest in the disappearance of missing Midlands teenager Gabbie Swainson. Dominique Grant, daughter of suspected kidnapper, Freddie Grant, was arrested and charged with Accessory After the Fact of a Felony, in connection with disappearance of Swainson.
National Hurricane Center Downgrades Chantal
Chantal is now a tropical wave.
Man Arrested after Stray Bullet Strikes Toddler
The man wanted in connection to a shooting that left a toddler in critical condition is now behind bars.
Publicist: Randy Travis Suffers Stroke in Hospital
The publicist for Randy Travis says the country music singer has suffered a stroke in a Texas hospital.
18-Year-Old Man Drowns in Newberry County Pool
NEWBERRY, S.C. (AP) _ An 18-year-old man has drowned in a private pool in Newberry County.
Benjamin Reveals What's Next for Bull St.
Mayor Steve Benjamin discusses candidly the city's and the developer's immediate, short-term and long-term goals regarding the embattled Bull St. campus, and the 181 acres that come with it.
Pedestrian Struck, Killed on I-26
Authorities say a man trying to push a broken down car off of Interstate 26 in Calhoun County has been struck and killed by an 18-wheeler.
Police: Man Wanted after Toddler Shot by Stray Bullet
There are new details tonight surrounding a shooting at a Columbia apartment complex that left a toddler critically injured.
Hasselbeck Leaving "The View"
ABC has announced that Elisabeth Hasselbeck is leaving "The View" to take on a new role as a co-host on Fox News Channel's 'Fox & Friends.'
Andrews Woman Charged with Health Care Fraud
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ An Andrews woman is charged with billing Medicare for hundreds of thousands of dollars in nonexistent services.
Free Armed Robbery Prevention Seminar
(WOLO) Columbia, SC-Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott announced today a FREE Armed Robbery Prevention Seminar being conducted on Wednesday July 10, 2013 by the Sheriff’s Departments Community Action Team.
Red Cross Has Urgent Need for Donations
The Red Cross says it has an urgent need for donations.
Police: Toddler Struck in Gunfire Exchange
A four-year-old girl is in critical but stable condition at a local hospital following a shooting at the Colony Apartments in Columbia.
AK Plane Bursts into Flames, SC Passengers On Board
Authorities say nine passengers who died when an air taxi crashed yesterday at a small Alaska airport are believed to have been South Carolina residents who were headed to a fishing lodge.
