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Carowinds to kick off summer concert series

Carowinds is known for its thrilling rides, but it's about to take entertainment a step further.

Students to host "Hand-A-Thon"

It's a school project that is extending outside the classroom.

Columbia Chamber gala nominations open

You have a chance to showcase the talents of someone in our community.

Last day to register for Summer Youth Basketball League

Friday is the last day to register for the Summer Youth Basketball League.

School districts recruiting at South Carolina fairgrounds

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Teachers from across the state and the nation who are looking for jobs in South Carolina public schools are expected to attend a jobs fair at the state fairgrounds in Columbia.

Bill to allow concealed weapons without permit dead for year

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Major changes to South Carolina's concealed weapons permit program will not happen this year.

Increased domestic violence penalties headed to Haley's desk

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A bill increasing penalties in South Carolina for repeat domestic violence offenders and banning batterers from having guns is heading to the governor's desk.

Davis' filibuster to continue into SC Senate's final week

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Sen. Tom Davis' filibuster will continue into the final week of the South Carolina legislative session.

Handwriting Award In The Midlands

Colimbia, SC(WOLO)-The pen is mightier than the sword, especially for one midlands first grader. This afternoon St. Joseph's School student, Quade Wilson was given a national award for exceptional handwriting.

Ex-S. Carolina state Sen. Ford sentenced to probation

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Former state Senator Robert Ford must serve 5 years of probation on charges connected to an ethics case involving campaign funds.

Coroner id's victim found on USC campus

An investigation is underway into the body of a victim that authorities found near a parking garage at the corner of Blossom and Bull Streets.

Barricade Situation Over at Lexington Business

Police say a barricade situation is over at a business in the 4800 block of Sunset Boulevard.

Haley urges senators to pass bill allowing Uber services

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley is urging senators to pass a bill that would allow Uber to continue operating in South Carolina past this summer.

No charges in shooting death in Piedmont

ANDERSON, S.C. (AP) — Anderson County sheriff's deputies say no charges will be filed against a Piedmont man who shot and killed his nephew earlier this week.

Bill that bans abortion in SC past 19 weeks returns to House

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The fate of a bill banning abortion past 19 weeks in South Carolina is returning to the House.

Columbia Police Offer Reward in Nurses Hit and Run

Columbia Police are offering a $25 thousand dollar reward in hopes of gaining new information in a three year old case.

Grand jury indicts cop on felony charge in on-duty shooting

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — An Edgefield County grand jury has indicted a North Augusta police officer on a felony charge in the death of a driver shot after a long chase.

ALDI looking for potential employees

A grocery store known for its low prices is looking to hire you.

Uber Rides

Columbia, SC (WOLO)-Governor Nikki Haley is urging senators to pass a bill that would allow uber to continue operating in South Carolina *past this summer.*

Abortion Ban Folo

Columbia, SC (WOLO)-The fate of a bill banning abortion past 19 weeks in South Carolina is returning to the house.

Investigation continues in 1-26 multi car tanker Crash

The investigation continues into the multi car tanker crash on 1-26 that blocked traffic most of Wednesday.

House approves 3-day special session to try to wrap up work

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's legislative session would be extended for three days under a bill given unanimous approval by the House.

Charleston Traffic Flowing After Tuesday Traffic Nightmare

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ Traffic is flowing smoothly across the Ravenel Bridge between Charleston and Mount Pleasant, quite a change from Tuesday when an accident involving a diesel fuel tanker closed the bridge for eight hours, causing gridlock throughout the area.