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.
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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.
Man Shot to Death in Struggle over Rifle in Edgefield County
EDGEFIELD, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a 32-year-old Graniteville man has been shot to death while fighting over a rifle in Edgefield County.
Hundreds Rally at Statehouse in Support of SC State
Hundreds of South Carolina State University supporters gathered in front of the Statehouse Monday morning to show their support for SC State.
Winter storm warnings issued for several SC counties
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A winter storm warning is in effect for western South Carolina counties beginning Monday morning and going into Tuesday evening.
Staying on top of road conditions in South Carolina
You can stay on top of road conditions by following the Department of Transportation online.
Monday is deadline to compete for St. Pat's slot
The clock is ticking for bands interested in hitting the stage during the annual Saint Patrick's Day event in Columbia.
Authorities: Carbon monoxide kills Orangeburg mother, son
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — Orangeburg County authorities say a preliminary investigation shows a mother and young son have died of carbon monoxide poisoning.
SC Trooper Involved Shooting Suspect Identified
New developments in a State Trooper involved shooting along interstate 20.
New Drone Rules Proposed
FAA releases its proposal to control drones.
Carbon Monoxide Dangers
Palmetto Poisoning Center sends a warning about the dangers of carbon monoxide.
Landmark SC library packs up treasures during renovation
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Workers at the 175-year-old South Caroliniana (Kahr-uh-LIN-ee-AN-uh) Library are packing up its treasured documents, artworks and mementoes while one of the nation's oldest university libraries is being renovated.
SC National Guard unit heads to Texas to train for Kuwait
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — About 150 soldiers with the South Carolina Army National Guard are traveling to Texas to train before they deploy overseas to Kuwait.
10-year-old student brings gun to Sumter elementary school
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say they don't plan criminal charges against a 10-year-old student who had a gun in a book bag at a Sumter County elementary school.
