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House Rejects Bill to Block Local Bans on Plastic Bags

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The House narrowly rejected a bill barring local restrictions on plastic bags as coastal Republicans argued the state shouldn't dictate what municipalities can or can't do to protect sea life and the local economy. A 50-49…

Columbia Firefighters Recognized at City Council

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia City Firefighters were honored Tuesday for their hard work on the city streets and for their work with the community. Columbia City Council Members held a Firefighter Appreciation at Council Tuesday night. The firefighters were also…

Lawsuit Filed Against Boeing Over Malaysia Airlines Flight

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A lawsuit filed in the United States suggests a series of catastrophic electrical and other failures may have led to the crash of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 over the Indian Ocean. The suit filed against Boeing…

Women's Rights Group Honors SC Trailblazers

[gtxvideo vid='Qo89cdGQ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Qo89cdGQ.jpg' vtitle='WREN lunch'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - A new organization that advocates for South Carolina's women and girls will recognize nine influential female leaders in our state Wednesday, coinciding with International Women's Day. The luncheon, held at the Seibels…

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham to hold Hearing on Russian Policies

WASHINGTON, (WOLO)-- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham is set to hold a hearing Tuesday on Russian policies. According to Graham, the hearing is set to broaden the understanding of Russia’s policies and intentions toward specific countries in Europe.  Graham is the Chair…

SC Emergency Officials Kick off Severe Weather Week

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--State Emergency officials on Monday kicked off Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week for 2017.  According to the South Carolina Emergency Management Division, during the week,  they want to remind people that severe storms, tornadoes and flash floods are…

Governor McMaster's Beloved English Bulldog Dies

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's first dog has died. Gov. Henry McMaster announced on social media that his English bulldog Boots died late Sunday morning at the Governor's Mansion. The governor said Boots had been treated for lymphatic cancer…

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