Medal of Honor Recipient Escorts Veterans to D.C.
A local Medal of Honor recipient is about to make his way back to our nation's capital, but he will have plenty of company.
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Developing News: Train derailment in Philadelphia 6 Now Dead
Update: At least six people are now confirmed dead and at least 140 have gone to hospitals following an Amtrak train derailment in Philadelphia. Video Link.
Anti-gas tax group to pay drivers' taxes at gas station
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A group that wants South Carolina lawmakers to reform the Department of Transportation before raising the gas tax or other taxes to pay for roads is staging a protest to help drivers' pocketbooks at a Columbia gas station.
Agency hopes to replace SC voting machines by 2017
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The state Election Commission is inviting county officials and state lawmakers to review potential replacements for South Carolina's decade-old touchscreen voting machines.
Still another SC coastal community opposes offshore drilling
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (AP) — Another coastal community in South Carolina has gone on record against offshore drilling and seismic testing.
Fort Jackson Kicks-Off Retiree Appreciation
It's the start to the annual Retiree Appreciation Days at Fort Jackson.
Teachers and Students Say Thank You
Teachers and second grade students at Lonnie B. Nelson Elementary School in Columbia will get to meet one of the three organizations responsible for last week's DonorsChoose.org South Carolina "Flash Fund."
Cook-Out Held for State Law Enforcement
May 15 is known as National Peace Officers Memorial Day.
Lexington County Honors Law Enforcement
The law enforcement community will gather in Lexington County to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
Department of Public Safety Reminds Drivers to Buckle Up
Officials with the Department of Public Safety are reaching out to drivers later today.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Hosts Resume Writing Workshop
Just in time for the big Midlands job fair coming up in less than a week, Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina will host a resume writing and interview skills workshop.
Low Gas Prices Mean Busy 4th Travel
Low gas prices are contributing to one of the busiest July 4th Holidays in recent years.
Coroner: Man who pleaded guilty in wife's death found dead
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) — A coroner says the man who pleaded guilty in the 2008 shooting death of his ailing wife has been found dead inside a home in Lexington County.
South Carolina Senate gives roads bill priority debate spot
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Senate has agreed to put the debate on whether to raise taxes for more money for road in a prime debate spot.
South Carolina may get small ethics reform package this year
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Ethics reform might not be dead at the South Carolina Statehouse this year.
Governor Haley Meets With ALS Survivors
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-Governor Nikki Haley met with a-l-s survivors as part of National ALS Month.
Senate kills $236M borrowing package, but effort still alive
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Senate has killed a $237 million borrowing package on a technicality, but efforts to pass it remain alive.
Officials Seek Input on Malfunction Junction
On Tuesday, the State Department Of Transportation held a community kickoff meeting to discuss their Carolina Crossroads Project that is focused on improvements along the I-20, I-26, and 126 corridor.
Charges dropped for SC man accused of killing 300K chickens
MANNING, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina authorities have dismissed charges against a man who they said was responsible for killing more than 300,000 chickens being raised by the company that earlier terminated his contract.
Magistrate Suspended Over Possible Conflict of Interest
CHESTER, S.C. (AP) _ A Chester County magistrate judge has been suspended while court administrators look at an alleged conflict of interest in her hearing cases involving the sheriff's office, which is led by her husband.
Graham takes trip down memory lane at SC Statehouse
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Likely presidential candidate Lindsey Graham has returned to his roots.
SC Highway Patrol Celebrates Milestone
Going back in time to celebrate a milestone for the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
SC DOT looking to make Malfunction Junction function
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The state is embarking on an effort to fix "Malfunction Junction," the congested interchange where Interstates 20, 26, and 126 meet northwest of Columbia.
SC Highway Patrol marks 85th birthday at state archives
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Highway Patrol is celebrating its 85th anniversary at the state Department of Archives and History.
Still plenty of roadblocks as time runs short for road plan
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Getting more money for South Carolina roads was the No. 1 priority of this year's legislative session.
