Spurrier resigns, takes blame for South Carolina's slide
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Steve Spurrier says that he made the decision to resign as South Carolina's head coach because the team was heading in the wrong direction.
Local News
Recall: GoGo squeeZ recalling products with mold
GoGo Squeez is recalling some of its products after the company found mold during the production process.
Peppier handicapped symbol gets support, but problems remain
A street art campaign replacing the ubiquitous handicapped symbol with a modernized, action-oriented logo is catching on with officials across the country.
Palmetto Goodwill donates $36,000 to Mother Emanuel Hope Fund
Palmetto Goodwill donated more than $36,000 to the Mother Emanuel Hope Fund on Thursday to benefit the victims of the June 17 Emanuel AME Church shooting and their families.
Sanitary sewer overflow notification issued for residents near Forest Dr
Customers near the 5000 Forest Drive are being alerted of an overflow of Sanitary Sewer near the intersection of Greg Parkway and Forest Drive in Richland County.
Red Cross Continues Efforts in SC
As recovery efforts continue across the Palmetto State, the American Red Cross is still lending a hand to some of the most devastated areas.
Lexington kennel houses flood-displaced dogs
One Lexington kennel has devoted itself to taking in dogs separated from their owners in the wake of devastating flooding in the Midlands.
Man accused of killing officer faces 5 additional charges
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A 34-year-old man accused of fatally shooting a police officer at a South Carolina shopping mall faces five additional charges.
Gov. Haley extends state of emergency declaration
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley has signed an order extending the state of emergency in South Carolina for 15 days so the National Guard can continue helping with clean-up efforts.
Water distribution sites closing
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Richland County will begin closing some of its water distribution sites.
Hoke Impressed With Elliott In Transition
USC co-defensive coordinator Jon Hoke addressed the media after the Gamecocks' Thursday practice. "Coach (Shawn) Elliott is doing a wonderful job with the group,” Hoke added. “The transition is never easy, but he’s done a nice job with it.”
Bridges around SC quickly coming back online
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — With flood waters largely receding around South Carolina, the reopening of state bridges is picking up speed.
Columbia holding open house on flood repair permitting
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The City of Columbia is holding a second open house to answer questions about the permitting process for flood repair and rebuilding.
Sumter told hold governor's 1st flood assistance event
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina is sending teams of officials to flooded areas to help people find relief and assistance.
Make up day scheduled for some area schools
If you’re wondering when the make up days for the flooding will be, we’ve made phone calls and checked the websites and calendars for the area school systems to find out what we can.
Arrest made in fatal shooting on Percival Road
An arrest has been made in connection with the fatal shooting death of a 21-year-old man on Percival Road.
Kia recalls over 419,000 SUVs to fix shift lever problem
Kia will recall more than 419,000 SUVs in the U.S. and Canada because the transmission can be shifted out of park when the driver's foot isn't on the brake, a violation of safety laws.
Why US Troops Are Staying Longer in Afghanistan
The announcement that thousands of U.S. troops will remain in Afghanistan longer than planned marks a major reversal of President Obama's goal to end both this war, as well as the war in Iraq, during his time in office.
Tetanus vaccination clinics added
The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control reminds all storm-affected residents that a tetanus vaccination is recommended if it's been 10 years or more since your last tetanus vaccination or you have experienced an injury and your shot is more than five years old.
Two wanted in connection with stabbing on Harden Street
Columbia police are looking for two men wanted in connection with a stabbing investigation.
AP Source: Offensive line coach Elliott to lead Gamecocks
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A person close to the situation says South Carolina co-offensive coordinator and offensive line coach Shawn Elliott will be the interim Gamecocks coach for the remainder of the season, replacing Steve Spurrier.
Police: 2 elderly women tied up during SC home invasion
Horry County police are looking for a couple they say entered a business and then tied up two elderly women before making off with firearms, a truck, cash and jewelry.
S. Carolina offers free advice on handling damaged goods
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Officials with the University of South Carolina Libraries are offering advice on how to safely recover items damaged by flooding.
Law enforcement agencies seize more than $30K in stolen items
Authorities in the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office and the Bamberg County Sheriff's Office are urging residents to keep track of serial numbers on the valuables after nearly $30,000 worth of stolen items, including more than 20 weapons, were recovered from an Orangeburg County residence.
Couple convicted for forcing woman to have sex with men
A Greenville man and woman have each been sentenced to 12 years in prison for forcing a woman to have sex with up to 30 men a day.
