Sharpton to Speak at Benedict Alumni Banquet
Political activist and television host, the Reverend Al Sharpton is coming to Columbia.
Local News
Steve and Jerri Spurrier Participating in Brick Fundrasing Campaign
Steve and Jerri Spurrier are kicking off a new fundraising campaign at USC.
SC recalls Hurricane Hugo 25 years ago, new threat
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina emergency officials say the 25th anniversary of Hurricane Hugo should remind residents that the devastation from the state's worst storm in the last century could happen again.
Bill Cosby at Claflin University's funding gala
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Famed comedian, author and television star Bill Cosby is entertaining at Claflin University's annual gala as part of an effort to raise $1 million.
VA holds workshop on how-to for veteran benefits
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Columbia Regional Office of the Department of Veterans Affairs is holding a one-day workshop to help veterans enroll for and manage their claims and benefits.
Man in critical condition after shooting in Columbia apartment complex
A shooting at an apartment complex in Columbia leaves a man in critical condition.
Low-level drought declared in 9 SC counties
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Drought Response Committee says low river flows in nine counties west and south of Columbia have led them to declare drought has returned to the state.
Univ of SC gets $8M alternative medicine grant
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The University of South Carolina has received a federal grant for its alternative medicine center.
Former governors: Students must know basic civics
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Three former South Carolina governors are promoting legislation that encourages high school students to gain a basic knowledge of American civics.
Columbia Woman Found Bloodied and Beaten
The Cayce Department of Public Safety is investigating the vicious attack of a woman beaten over the weekend and left for dead.
Road Closures In Lexington
Lexington, SC (WOLO)-Lexington County authorities will close multiple roads in the Irmo area tomorrow morning for the 2014 Irmo Rotary Club 10-k Dam Run.
Lawmakers Discuss Criminal Domestic Violence
The Criminal Domestic Violence committee met Wednesday at the State House.
SC man charged with felony DUI in June car crash
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — A 28-year-old Orangeburg County man has been charged with felony driving under the influence involving a deadly car crash in June.
Police: Man, 70, growing marijuana in chicken coop
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Investigators say a 70-year-old man was growing marijuana in a chicken coop in the backyard of his Columbia home.
USC hosts event to celebrate Constitution Day
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A law professor and specialist on American legal history from Cornell University is speaking at the University of South Carolina about the U.S. Constitution as part of a national celebration of the document.
Sheheen calls for federal investigation into DSS
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley's Democratic opponent is calling for a federal investigation into South Carolina's Department of Social Services.
Lawmaker Calls DSS Issues a "Crisis"
The Department of Social Services took center stage again this week at the State House.
Columbia's Top Cop Talks Drug Lab Options
Columbia's Top Cop presents ideas for next move a month after the City drug lab is shut down.
SC resident 1 millionth visitor to 9/11 Museum
The Sept. 11 museum has gotten its one millionth visitor a little less than four months after opening to the public.
Minnesota Vikings change mind in Peterson case
The Minnesota Vikings have placed star running back Adrian Peterson on the exempt/commissioner's permission list.
Committee promises comprehensive SC road fix
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A legislative committee promises it will come up with a comprehensive plan to get South Carolina's roads into better shape.
Man shot to death near Goose Creek
GOOSE CREEK, S.C. (AP) _ Berkeley County officials have released the name of a man shot to death at an apartment complex near Goose Creek.
Tip Leads TO Chicken Coop Arrest
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-A Crimestoppers tip leads Columbia Police to a marijuana grow inside of a chicken coop. 70-year-old Thomas Mcmillan has been charged with manufacturing marijuana.
SLED chief: Keep agents' access to death records
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's top cop wants legislators to ensure that agents who investigate child deaths continue to have access to records like autopsy reports and birth certificates.
Senators: DSS must quickly hire caseworkers
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina senators say the Department of Social Services needs to hire more caseworkers now and not wait until after legislators pass a budget next year.
