Charleston quickly overtaking Columbia as SC's largest city
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Rapid growth in Charleston means that Columbia is in danger of losing its place as the largest city in South Carolina.
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Prosecutors Seek Death Penalty Against Mom in Toddler Death
DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP) _ Prosecutors in South Carolina want to seek the death penalty against a Hartsville woman charged with killing her 21-month-old daughter in 2013.
Suspect in Deputy Shooting Shot, Killed After Standoff
The man suspected of shooting a Berkeley County deputy is dead.
SC legislators expect to pass domestic violence compromise
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Legislature appears poised to pass a bill aimed at stemming South Carolina's persistently high rates of domestic violence, following weeks of behind-the-scenes negotiations between the House and Senate.
CPD and CFD Compete in Boots and Badges Blood Drive
It's a bloody challenge that pits the Columbia Police Department against the Columbia Fire Department.
Last day of Richland-One pre-k registration
Richland-One is having its final spring pre-kindergarten registration.
Applications available for Citizen's Advisory Council
The City of Columbia wants you to be involved.
CFD determines cause of warehouse fire
The Columbia Fire Department has determined the cause of a fire that heavily damaged a warehouse in the downtown area.
Ex-SC State board chairman sentenced to 5 years in prison
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The former board chairman of South Carolina State University in Orangeburg has been sentenced to five years in prison for his role in a kickback and corruption scheme.
Baseball team to be revealed
We will soon know the Major League affiliate of the baseball team that will be playing in Spirit Communications Park in a little less than a year.
Two Men Sought In Home Invasion
The Saluda County Sheriff's Office and the State Law Enforcement Division are looking for two men wanted in a violent home invasion.
Warehouse Fire In Columbia
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-We have an update tonight to an early morning fire at a downtown warehouse. Fire officials say poor electrical wiring... and using too many extension cords... started the blaze at "secrets of the islands" around four this morning.
Interim SC State Board Holds First Meeting
On Wednesday, the Interim South Carolina State University Board of Trustees met for the first time.
Boy, 15, charged with setting fire in high school bathroom
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say a Sumter County sheriff's deputy was taken to the hospital with smoke inhalation after helping to fight a fire set by a student at Lakewood High School.
Williamsburg Sheriff Investigates Death of 75-Year-Old Man
NESMITH, S.C. (AP) _ The Williamsburg County Sheriff's Office and the coroner are investigating the death of a Georgetown man found shot in the head and lying on a road.
Suspect Arrested in Deadly Hit and Run
An arrest has been made in a deadly hit and run in Lexington County.
Former SC State Trustee Sentenced
The former board chairman of South Carolina State University in Orangeburg has been sentenced to five years in prison for his role in a kickback and corruption scheme.
Birthright of Columbia unveils billboards
A pro-life emergency pregnancy service in the Midlands says it wants to spread a message of help and hope.
Lexington police hold "Cops and Calabash" fundrasier
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department and the Lexington Police Department are teaming up over the next three-days to serve you.
EdVenture opens Mr. Potato Head exhibit
There's a new attraction for the kids this weekend.
SCHP reports deadly hit-and-run in Lexington County
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is looking into a deadly hit-and-run out of Lexington County.
Crews respond to warehouse fire
Around 4:00 Wednesday morning, crews responded to the 400 block of Huger Street for a warehouse fire.
5 Cabinet directors' salaries increasing by total of $62,000
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Five of Gov. Nikki Haley's Cabinet directors will collectively see their salaries increase by about $62,000.
New SC State Board of Trustees to meet for the 1st time
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina State University's seven new trustees are scheduled to meet for the first time.
SC domestic violence task force complains about bad data
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A task force studying South Carolina's domestic violence problem says its efforts are made tougher because of poor data collection.
