House Committee Approves Amendment Not to Close SC State
The Ways and Means Committee unanimously approved a new amendment Wednesday that will not close down South Carolina State University.
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Bill creating court to hear FOIA complaints passes House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina House has given key approval to a bill that creates a new court to handle disputes over how government agencies handle open records requests.
Clyburn calls for ouster of SC State's president
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn and his wife are calling for the ouster of South Carolina State University's embattled president, saying Thomas Elzey has "minimal credibility" with lawmakers.
Biden in SC: America must fix its infrastructure
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (AP) — Vice President Joe Biden says infrastructure was a key in building America but now the nation is lagging behind the rest of the world.
Thousands in South Carolina still without electricity
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Thousands of South Carolinians are still without electricity after a winter storm as colder weather approaches.
Governor Nikki Haley talks about Litter in SC
Governor Nikki Haley talks about Litter control in the state of South Carolina.
SC treasurer says unclaimed property is searchable online
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolinians have more than $462 million in unclaimed property, and State Treasurer Curtis Loftis wants everyone to know about it.
SC Air National Guard jets to fly mission over 3 counties
MCENTIRE JOINT NATIONAL GUARD BASE, S.C. (AP) — Members of the South Carolina Air National Guard are flying in a training exercise over Greenwood, McCormick and Newberry counties.
Storm moving out of SC, leaving power outages behind
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A winter storm brought light snow and freezing rain to South Carolina, leaving thousands without power and closing some schools.
House passes bill requiring agendas for public meeting
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina House has given key approval to a bill that would require city and county councils and other public bodies to publish an agenda of what they plan to discuss and vote on at least 24 hours before their meetings.
Police to Meet with Businesses about Bikefest Plans
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) _ The Myrtle Beach Police Department begins a series of meetings with local businesses this week to discuss security plans for the Atlantic Beach Bikefest on Memorial Day weekend.
K-9 Donation For The Lexington Sheriffs Dept.
Lexington Co. (WOLO)-The Lexington County Sheriff's Department has received a new piece of gear for its *four-legged deputies*.
House Committee Tables SC State University Discussion
At the Statehouse Tuesday, the Ways and Means Committee met to discuss the proposal that could temporarily shut down South Carolina State University for one year.
House Committee meets to Discuss SC State University Future
A House Ways and Means Committee is meeting Tuesday afternoon to discuss the status of South Carolina State University.
Events to recognize 150th anniversary of Burning of Columbia
It's a part of South Carolina history that still stirs emotions.
Some SC State students file lawsuit
Some current and former students at South Carolina State University are taking legal action.
Drivers having problems on slick roads
The South Carolina Department of Transportation has been hard at work.
Weather not just affecting drivers, airport delays as well
While there may be problems on the ground, travel in the air isn't much better.
Thousands without power in light of winter storm
Some people are in the dark Tuesday morning because of mother nature.
Weather changes hours for state and government offices
The weather has also forced some state and government offices to alter their hours for the day.
UPDATE: Midlands School Closings/Cancellations
There are some school closings to report.
Upstate; northern Midlands, Pee Dee gets ready for snow, ice
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Forecasters say snow followed by freezing rain is possible across northern South Carolina.
SC trooper shoots man who pulled gun on I-20 in Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say a 36-year-old Saluda man was shot by a state trooper after pulling a gun on the officer while he tried to arrest him for driving under the influence.
Black lawmakers promise SC State will not close at rally
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Black lawmakers told a hastily-assembled Statehouse rally to save South Carolina State University that they will make sure the school does not close.
Protecting Your Pets In The Cold
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-When temperatures dip below forty-degrees... pet owners should minimize the time their pets are kept outside to play... that's because animals can get frostbite just like humans.
