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Army special forces boosters meet June 9-15 in SC

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Hundreds of members of the U.S. Army Special Forces Association are holding their 50th annual convention in South Carolina.

Governor celebrates final passage of school initiative

It's a milestone that hopes to benefit students across the state of South Carolina.

US Sen. Graham and 6 GOP challengers debate

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The six Republican challengers trying to beat U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham tried to position themselves at their only debate as the best choice to replace the two-term incumbent.

Former SC Senator Dies at 78

Former Senator Dick Elliot died over the weekend following 30 years of service at the State House.

Richland Searches for Assault Suspect

Early morning Assault leaves two hospitalized.

Political newcomer opposing Loftis for treasurer

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Treasurer Curtis Loftis is seeking a second term against a political newcomer who jumped into the race to give voters an option.

Summer Concert Series

The capitol city is hitting a high note with a summer long concert series.

Pharmacist Accused of Attacking Customer

Richland county deputies have arrested a man accused of sexually assaulting a customer.

Gov. Jindal headlines GOP's Silver Elephant dinner

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal is praising Gov. Nikki Haley for leading South Carolina as an exemplary model of conservative principles at work.

26,000 absentee ballots cast in SC primaries

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina election officials say more than 26,000 votes have been cast in next week's primaries.

SC Primary Absentee Ballots

The SC Primary is just a few days away and voters are already making their vote count in record numbers.

Columbia Police Identify Vista Shooting Suspect

Columbia Police say they have identified Nicholas Maurice Dickerson as the suspect in last weekend's shooting incident in the Vista.

Gov. Jindal headlines GOP's Silver Elephant dinner

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal will headline this year's Silver Elephant Celebration for the South Carolina Republican Party.

Columbia, SC (WOLO)-According to a report from gps device maker Tomtom, in 2013, Americans on average spent more than 20 additional hours in traffic, losing two-and-a-half work days, crawling on the road.

Man Mowing Lawn Struck and Killed by Pickup Truck

EFFINGHAM, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a drunken driver has hit and killed a man mowing his lawn in Florence County.

Sen. Scott hears veterans concerns traveling SC

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina U.S. Sen. Tim Scott is traveling across the state to hear veterans' concerns about VA health care.

Fmr. Gang Leader Tells Story, Makes Movie

A former gang leader sat down with ABC Columbia News to talk about his life in gangs and a movie he just produced about gangs in South Carolina.

8 WWII vets from SC to be given French award

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Eight veterans from South Carolina are receiving the highest award given by France for their service during World War II.

4 GOP lieutenant governor candidates debate in SC

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The four Republicans who want to become South Carolina's last elected lieutenant governor all gave their vision on how they can help seniors during a debate in Columbia.

Sen. Scott traveling SC to hear veteran concerns

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — U.S. Sen. Tim Scott is traveling around South Carolina and listening to veterans' concerns about health care services.

Richland County deputy accused of threatening men in park

LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - A Richland County Sheriff's deputy is arrested after an incident at Saluda Shoals Park. It was reported early last month. On May 2nd, two men say they were walking along the river when they noticed…