Driver Suspension Eligibility Week
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles announced the upcoming Driver Suspension Eligibility Week for drivers.
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Dorn VA Folo
Columbia, SC (WOLO)- One day after a new report details a number of problems at Dorn VA Medical Center... the hospital has no comment. Yesterday at 6, we first reported the Inspector General's findings, ranging from issues with scheduling surgical procedures to no adequately staffing operating rooms or monitoring patient care closely.
Life in Prison for Man who Killed Mom with Hammer
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ A 42-year-old man has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for beating his mother to death with a hammer in her Greer home.
Composite Sketch Released in Bar Murder
Local authorities have released a composite sketch of an unidentified man who fatally shot a 31-year-old Brandon Ratliff.
Kicking the Smoking Habit
CVS announced plans to pull tobacco from its shelves. ABC Columbia news speaks with a USC Professor about the impact.
Report details problems at Columbia VA hospital
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A new report details a number of problems at the Department of Veterans Affairs hospital in Columbia, ranging from issues with scheduling surgical procedures to operating rooms not always being stocked with backup surgical instruments.
A Valentine for Gamecocks
Looking for a sweet deal this Valentine's day? How about a free Cocky Valentine.
Teen shot to death in Summerton
SUMMERTON, S.C. (AP) — Clarendon County sheriff's deputies are investigating the shooting death of a teen.
SCE&G giving away free tree seedlings
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Electric & Gas Co. is again giving away free trees as part of an effort to promote improvement of the shoreline on Lake Murray.
Columbia set to host Go Red heart event
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The City of Columbia is joining the discussion on the importance of heart health.
Orangeburg Massacre being observed at SC State
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — Two days of events are being held at South Carolina State University marking the anniversary of the shootings that have become known as the Orangeburg Massacre.
Bill would merge College of Charleston, MUSC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Charleston lawmakers have introduced a proposal to merge the College of Charleston and the Medical University of South Carolina.
Haley says she's proud of SC's handling of storm
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley says South Carolina officials learned from last week's winter storm and are meeting to discuss what could be done differently, adding that she's very proud of the state's response.
New Information In Columbia Hit And Run
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-There's new information tonight regarding a fatal hit and run collision that happened back in December. The Highway Patrol has released new surveillance video, showing a woman who they say may have witnessed the crime.
SC Wife Arranged to Have Husband Killed
PICKENS, S.C. (AP) _ Pickens County deputies say a 34-year-old woman arranged to kill her husband so she could collect $250,000 in life insurance.
Findings Released in Dorn VA Allegations
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The Office of Healthcare Inspections has released a set of new findings in an investigation surrounding the Dorn VA Medical Center.
DSS Responds to Criticism
DSS responds to criticism over child deaths reported in 2013.
Intervene During a Dispute or Not
In the wake of a man getting shot and killed trying to break up a verbal altercation at a bar and grill in Lexington County, authorities say deciding to intervene is a personal decision. However, they don't recommend it.
SC bill would ban abortions after 19 weeks
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A House panel is considering a bill banning abortions in South Carolina beyond the 19th week of pregnancy.
5 more flu deaths reported last week in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Flu deaths continue a steady rise in South Carolina.
Proposed law targets prescription drug trafficking
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A new law proposed in Columbia would make it a crime to possess prescription drugs illegally and impose tough penalties for prescription drug trafficking in South Carolina.
SC seeks applications for recreation funds
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism is seeking applications from local and state agencies to develop outdoor recreation areas.
Congaree Land Trust adding 16,000 acres
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — The Congaree Land Trust is adding 16,000 acres in six counties under conservation agreements to protect them from development.
Inspector general launching probe into SC State
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The state Inspector General's Office has begun investigating South Carolina State University days after state lawmakers learned the school has a deficit of more than $4 million and needs $13 million to pay bills and loans.
SC House taking break from chambers next week
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina House is not meeting in chambers next week, but some legislative meetings will continue.
