Motorcyclist hit by car and killed in Hartsville parade
Investigators say a 35-year-old man has died after his motorcycle was hit by a car during a parade in Hartsville.
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Summerville father of 4 drowns in surf at North Myrtle Beach
Authorities say a 36-year-old father of four from Summerville has drowned while swimming in the ocean at North Myrtle Beach.
Second S.C NAACP rally calls for flag's removal
S.C. NAACP hosts its second "Take Down the Flag" rally in front of the State House.
Annual peach festival draws big crowds
The 57th Annual Lexington County Peach Festival draws crowds this Fourth of July.
NC woman arrested at Confederate flag pole at SC Statehouse
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say a North Carolina woman has been arrested after she climbed over the short fence that surrounds the pole where the Confederate flag flies at the South Carolina Statehouse.
Deputies: Parents forced teen daughter to live in woods
DALZELL, S.C. (AP) — Deputies say a Sumter County couple has been arrested after they forced their 14-year-old daughter to live in a tent in the woods because she ate a Pop Tart without permission.
Columbia hosting beach party for July Fourth
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The City of Columbia is putting on a special party to celebrate July Fourth.
Woman arrested at State House after jumping fence around monument
A North Carolina woman has been charged with defacing a monument and carrying a deadly weapon on capitol grounds.
Man faces weapons charge after shooting during game of pool
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Richland County deputies say a man who shot a 49-year-old man during a game of pool faces a weapons charge as investigators try to determine whether the shooting was in self-defense,
SC Sheriff: Heavy equipment theft ring found in 6 counties
FLORENCE, S.C. (AP) — One man has been jailed and another is being sought as Florence and Clarendon county officials say they've discovered a heavy equipment theft ring that operated in six counties.
Thousands Expected to Travel July 4th Weekend
According to AAA, this is expected to be the busiest 4th of July weekend, travel-wise, in 8 years.
Riverbanks Zoo Opens New Grand Entrance
After nine years of planning and construction, the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden has a brand new entrance.
Last funeral for victim of Charleston shooting in Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The last of the funerals for the nine victims of the Charleston church shooting is scheduled for South Carolina's capital city, followed by burial at the Fort Jackson National Military Cemetery.
Man shot to death in Richland County
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Richland County sheriff's deputies are investigating the shooting death of a man at an apartment complex.
New Round of Pro/Anti Confederate Flag Supporters at State House
A new round of both Pro and Anti Confederate Flag supporters gathered at the State House Friday.
Enjoy your fireworks safely this Independence Day
Celebrate the red, white and blue by launching your own fireworks, but keep your family, your property and yourself safe by doing it safely.
Look at July 4th events around the Midlands
It's a time for parades, barbecues, fireworks and celebrating our nation's independence.
Game of Pool Turns Deadly
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- A 24-year-old man is under arrest following a deadly altercation at a pool hall. According to Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott, at approximately 11:30am on July 2, 2015, Paul Watkins and the deceased were playing…
Grant Aids in Fight Against Breast Cancer
Lexington Medical Center is an active participant in the fight against breast cancer, diagnosing 250 breast cancer patients annually.
Funeral Services Held for Rev. Daniel Simmons
On Thursday, funeral services were held for Reverend Daniel Simmons at Bethel AME Church.
Stepped up Police Presence on roads for 4th Holiday
There will be extra South Carolina State Troopers on the roads this holiday.
Mourners in Columbia Honor Reverend Simmons Charleston Victim
Mourners gather for Reverend Daniel Simmons funeral. Simmons funeral is the last of the funerals for the nine victims of the Charleston church shootings.
All Clear at Washington Navy Yard after Lockdown
The Washington Navy Yard is "all clear" after being placed on lockdown Thursday morning, law enforcement sources told ABC News.
SC counties to receive between $2M and $18M for road repair
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The state budget is expected to provide South Carolina's counties between $2 million and $18 million each this year for road repair.
Senator urges flag support with social media, fundraising
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — One of the Legislature's most ardent supporters of the Confederate battle flag says he will introduce an amendment that would allow South Carolina voters to decide whether the flag should fly over the Statehouse grounds.
