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Martin: Law needed to avoid 2nd election debacle

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Senate Judiciary Chairman Larry Martin warns another election in South Carolina could be thrown into chaos unless the Legislature passes a law dealing with the structure of county election offices.

SC judge considers Harrell's investigation request

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A judge in Columbia is considering a request from House Speaker Bobby Harrell to remove South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson from an investigation of a complaint against the speaker.

City Manager on Holbrook: "He's a good man"

Columbia City Manager Teresa Wilson did not mince words about wanting to totally create what she calls a "new era of integrity and leadership" in hiring William Holbrook, which is a far cry from what she, city leaders and citizens have been used to over the last several years.

Bill allowing limited use of cannabis oil advances

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A bill that seeks to allow children with severe epilepsy to legally use oil derived from marijuana has advanced to the Senate floor, but it's so restrictive, supporters say it won't help those for whom it's written.

Grocery Store Tours

Columbia, SC (WOLO)-A local grocery store is giving you the chance to learn more about affordable, healthy eating, and it won't cost you anything.

I 26 near Harbison: Traffic blocked

Columbia, SC ( WOLO) --Traffic is blocked in both directions on I 26 near Harbison. Highway patrol officials, along with SC DOT officials are responding to the scene. We are working to gather more information.

DUI Reform in SC Closer to Reality, Say Lawmakers

The proposed Emma's Law, name for Emma Longstreet, a then-six-year-oldwho was killed by a drunk driver two years ago, cleared a major hurdle today as a house criminal law subcommittee gave the green light to proceed to the next level in the legislative process.

MADD attends Emma's Law Hearing

At the State House Thursday, officials with MADD attending a subcommittee hearing in the Blatt building, urging for initial approve to the law.

Emma's Law Gaining Support

Columbia City Council Enacts a resolution to support Emma's Law as it gets one step closer to making it to the Governor's desk.

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