State Upgrades to OPCON 3
The South Carolina Emergency Management Division has increased the state’s operational condition to Level 3
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Governor Nikki Haley declares State of Emergency
Governor Nikki Haley declares State of Emergency
Sumter man arrested following string of burglaries
A Sumter County man is facing several charges after allegedly committing a string of burglaries.
Gov. Haley suspends Dorchester County Coroner Chris Nisbet following indictment
Gov. Nikki Haley has suspended Dorchester County Coroner Chris Nisbet after he was indicted Thursday on a misconduct in office charge following an armed confrontation with his neighbor.
Man arrested for criminal sexual conduct with a minor
A 47-year-old Kershaw County man has been charged with criminal sexual conduct with a minor under 14 in the second degree.
Meeting set for part of Haley's domestic violence panel
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Part of Gov. Nikki Haley's task force on domestic violence is meeting this week.
The Latest on SC rainstorm prep: State of emergency declared
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The latest on the heavy rains forecast to fall in South Carolina:
Board postpones vote on another Planned Parenthood review
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Legislative Audit Council has postponed deciding whether to launch another state investigation into Planned Parenthood.
Thursday Night High School Football Highlights
Anticipated bad weather caused many Midlands schools to move up week six high school football games. Click to watch big wins by White Knoll, Lexington, Camden and Hammond from the Thursday ABC Columbia News at 11.
Fraternity holds vigil to remember fallen officer
Mourners gather at Phi Sigma Kappa on USC's campus, to remember the life of fallen officer Greg Alia.
Officer Alia's Wife Opens Up About His Life
One day after Forest Acres Police Officer Greg Alia was killed in the line of duty, his wife Kassy opened up about his life.
Braves Promote Coppolella To GM
The Atlanta Braves have promoted John Coppolella to general manager following three seasons as assistant GM.
Weather Adjusts High School Football Games
Weather has caused some adjustments to the week six high school football schedule in the Midlands.
Suspected killer waives right to appear in court
34 year old Jarvis Hall, the suspect in the shooting death of Officer Greg Alia, was scheduled to be in court Thursday afternoon.
Missouri LB Brothers (ankle) questionable vs South Carolina
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Linebacker Kentrell Brothers, who leads the nation in tackles, is questionable for Missouri's Southeastern Conference matchup with South Carolina Saturday after spraining his left ankle.
Lt. Gov. McMaster kicks off effort to help seniors with pets
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Lt. Gov. Henry McMaster talks frequently about how much he loves his dog, and now he's working to make sure South Carolina's seniors have the resources needed to care for their furry friends.
Spartanburg coroner: 1 dies in street flooding
Officials say one person has died in street flooding in Spartanburg.
Field for SC's Republican presidential primary set at 15
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Republican Party officials say 15 candidates have paid the $40,000 fee to be on the state GOP presidential primary ballot next year.
Martin Luther King's niece speaking at pregnancy center
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — The niece of the late Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. is speaking in Orangeburg with citizens and community leaders on helping women with unplanned or difficult pregnancies.
State finds contaminated groundwater near sewage plant
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — State health officials have found signs of contamination in groundwater near a Kershaw County sewage treatment plant.
Wife of fallen officer shares message via Facebook
The wife of slain Forest Acres police officer, Gregory Alia, shared a Facebook post to thank everyone for their support as she mourns the loss of her husband.
Coroner: Woman found dead in her Columbia home was strangled
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Richland County coroner says a 47-year-old woman found dead in her Columbia home was strangled.
Community Mourns Loss of Officer
The Forest Acres Community came together Wednesday after an officer was killed in the line of duty.
GO FUND ME account set up for Slain Officer
Go Fund Me account set up for slain Forest Acres Officer.
Director: Medicaid funded 222 abortions statewide in 5 years
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The director of South Carolina's Medicaid agency says the government health care program paid for 222 abortions over the past five fiscal years, but none of those were provided by Planned Parenthood.
