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Former Mayor: State funding key for African American Museum

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -A former mayor says funding from South Carolina would allow construction to start on the planned International African American Museum. Former Charleston Mayor Joe Riley told The Post and Courier of Charleston that a $5 million infusion…

Police: Charlotte Murder Suspect May be in Columbia

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--  Investigators in Charlotte say a man wanted for murder there may be in the Midlands or the Upstate. Charlotte Mecklenburg Police say Joseph Abercrombie, 32 is wanted for the murder of Antwain Price. Police say Abercrobie may…

HPV Vaccine Study

[gtxvideo vid='6cuDoeNt' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/6cuDoeNt.jpg' vtitle='HPV Vaccine Study'] ABC NEWS-- The HPV Vaccine is given to children to prevent cancers in later life but one group isn't getting it as frequently. Why not? ABC News Correspondent Serena Marshall has the story.

House Approves Bill on State Liquor License Limits

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - The House has approved a bill to re-establish the state's limit on how many liquor stores a person or business can own. In a 100-1 vote on Tuesday, the House agreed with a Senate proposal limiting…

Sumter Arrests

Sumter arrests man accused of shooting iat least 9 rounds shots into an occupied home. Police say one of those residents was a sleeping 5 year old little girl.

SC State Museum Hosting Spring Events

 COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina State Museum may have the answer for what to do this Spring Break.  The museum is hosting Spring Break camps and a spring deal to see the new planetarium show, free, starting March 31 through…

New, More Diverse Emojis: Apple Proposal

  [gtxvideo vid='TJ129UPk' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/TJ129UPk.jpg' vtitle='New, More Diverse Emojis: Apple Proposal'] CNN- Get ready for some new faces, Apple is asking for 13 new emojis. The company says it wants to be more diverse. Apple sent a proposal to the nonprofit…

Happy Easter from ABC Columbia

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Churches across the Midlands and the nation are gathering today to celebrate Easter. The Christian Calendar marks Easter as the oldest and most important event, celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day after his…

Sumter Man Car Catches Fire After Crashing Into Home

SUMTER, SC (WOLO) – A Sumter man is facing multiple charges after the vehicle he was driving crashed into a home Friday night. Joseph Carter Outlaw, 23, was charged with driving under the influence, possession of marijuana, and providing false…

Car Crashes Into Lexington Home

LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)- Lexington Police say drivers can expect traffic delays Saturday morning after a car crashed into a home.  The collision happened in the 200 block of Columbia Avenue. Officers say the wreck may cause traffic congestion or lane…

Cholesterol and Heart Disease- New Study

[gtxvideo vid='nSGHyUKW' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/nSGHyUKW.jpg' vtitle='Cholesterol and Heart Disease- New Study'] ABC NEWS-- Heart Disease is the number one cause of death in the U.S. And since high cholesterol is a major contributing factor, according to researchers, you may need to hear this…

Clemson University Million Dollar Gift

CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) - Clemson University is getting a $2.5 million donation from a founder of a South Carolina advertising agency. The school said in a news release Thursday that the money comes from Joe and Gretchen Erwin of Greenville.…

State Election Filing Deadline

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The candidate slates for South Carolina's elections were set on Friday, with hundreds of candidates meeting a noon filing deadline for statewide constitutional offices, U.S. House seats, Statehouse and local-level races. Two congressmen have drawn June…

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