Columbia hold parade for Fire Prevention Week
Firefighters in Columbia want to help prevent disaster from striking your home.
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Shaw jets to make airstrikes in Iraq, Syria
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — The commander of the 20th Fighter Wing says one squadron of F-16 fighter jets from Shaw Air Force Base in Sumter will join in airstrikes in Iraq and Syria.
SC State Fair goes pink for breast cancer
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — There's a lot more than just rides, food and fun happening at this year's South Carolina State Fair.
Preston College Celebrates 75 Years
It's been more than 7 decades in the making and this weekend current and former students helped celebrate 75 years.
Inmate wants Social Media Access
(WOLO) CHARLESTON,S.C., -- A South Carolina man serving a 30-year prison sentence for manslaughter wants inmates to have access to Facebook and other social media sites. The Post and Courier of Charleston reports Frenchis Abraham is looking online for supporters…
Mrytle Beach Bike Fest Security
After 3 people died during this year's memorial weekend bike fest in Myrtle Beach,more security is being added.
Clyburn kicks off re-election bid with fish fry
HOLLY HILL, S.C. (AP) — U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn is kicking off his re-election campaign a month before election day.
SC Museum hosts 'Explore the Sky' event
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Museum is giving folks a chance to view the night sky up close.
Voter registration deadline arrives in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The deadline is here for anyone hoping to vote in fall elections in South Carolina this fall.
DSS details $6.4M plan to hire, keep caseworkers
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Department of Social Services has outlined agency plans to add 221 employees to the ranks of those assigned to protect South Carolina's abused and neglected children.
Governor meeting again with board of SC State
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley is meeting again with the trustees of financially troubled South Carolina State University.
Man charged with slaying in Orangeburg County
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — A man wounded this week in a shootout in Orangeburg County has been charged with murder in the death of a second man.
Two Beaufort Officers Hurt When 2 Cruisers Crash<
BEAUFORT, S.C. (AP) _ The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating an accident in which two Beaufort police officers were hurt when their cruisers collided.
DSS Audit Released, Reveals Reality of Problems
Friday, the South Carolina Legislative Audit Council released their report on the Department of Social Services.
SC DSS detailing $6.4M hiring plan to senators
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Department of Social Services plans to add 221 employees to the ranks of those tasked with protecting South Carolina's abused and neglected children.
USC hosts symposium on history of radio, TV
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The University of South Carolina is hosting a symposium on the history of radio and the impact of television and mass media on society and national sovereignty.
Dorn VA Med Center has free flu shots for veterans
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Military veterans enrolled in a VA health care program are being urged to visit the Dorn VA Medical Center in Columbia in order to get their seasonal flu vaccine for free.
13-year-old boy shot to death in Lexington home
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Authorities are investigating the shooting death of a 13-year-old boy in a Lexington home where no adults were around.
Graham not participating in debate with opponents
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham is not participating in a debate with his challengers on South Carolina Educational Television.
Workloads, turnover plague SC child welfare agency
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The workers who are supposed to protect South Carolina's most vulnerable children have been burdened with heavy caseloads for years, contributing to chronic high turnover in the Department of Social Services.
Columbia Police Officer Terminated
Columbia police fire one of their own after allegations of misconduct in office.
Vice President Joe Biden Coming To Columbia
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-Vice President Joe Biden is returning to the Palmetto State.
13 Year Old Killed In Lexington
Lexington, SC (WOLO)- Authorities are investigating the shooting death of a 13-year-old boy. Police say the teen was found inside his home on Arnwood Court in Lexington.
Man re-sentenced to 1 yr. for his role in deputy shooting
Lost paperwork, trial transcript leads to a local man being re-sentenced to 1 year in prison for his role in the shooting of a Richland County Sheriff's Deputy.
Skeletal remains found in Columbia woods
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Columbia police are investigating after a human skeleton was found in some woods.
