Columbia's Homeless Shelter Will Not Open as Scheduled
While the City of Columbia planned to open its 24-hour emergency homeless shelter September 24th, it may not be until September 30th, after contract negotiations can be agreed upon.
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Shooting Victim Identified
(WOLO_ COLUMBIA,S.C., -- Richland County Coroner Gary Watts has identified the name of a woman killed during a northeast shooting over the weekend. Authorities say 51 year old Zelda Kollock was shot several times in the upper body along Cotton…
Conway Manhunt Ends
(WOLO) CONWAY,S.C., -- Two men accused of firing shots at a South Carolina Highway patrol officer have been arrested following a weekend manhunt. Authorities say the trooper attempted to pull the car over for a routine traffic stop when the…
Deadly accident on I-26 Monday morning
A fatal accident slowed traffic on I-26 Monday morning.
Richland County woman shot to death; man arrested
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Richland County sheriff's deputies say a woman has been shot to death and a man she once dated has been arrested. Sheriff's spokesman Curtis Wilson said 51-year-old Zelda D. Kollock of Columbia was shot several times…
Hospital Helping the Uninsured
State Officials are hoping to help the uninsured with a new program.
Longtime SC lawmaker Warren Giese dies at 89
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Longtime South Carolina lawmaker Warren Giese has died at age 89. Dave Turner of Dunbar Funeral Home said Monday that services for Giese would be private. The University of South Carolina says Giese died Thursday. He…
12 Killed in Washington Naval Yard Shooting
At least 12 people were killed and several injured in shooting rampage this morning inside the Navy Sea Systems Command headquarters building in Washington, D.C., according to officials.
Loftis signs agreement over access to documents
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Officials hope an agreement between state Treasurer Curtis Loftis and the board that invests South Carolina's pension money brings an end to the public rancor between them. The agreement lets Loftis' staff review confidential information on…
Police: Man Shot in Reported Attempted Dog-Napping
Columbia Police say a man says he was shot trying to keep a group of people from stealing his dogs.
Police: Man Shot While Trying to Save Dogs
Monday afternoon a Columbia man was shot while trying to save his dog from alleged dog nappers, according to police.
SC Man Robbed in Cemetery While Visiting Gravesite
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) _ Police in Rock Hill say a man was robbed in a cemetery while visiting his deceased girlfriend.
New Developments: Hacked Tax Returns
Columbia, SC (Associated Press)-The company that received $12 million to provide South Carolina taxpayers a year of credit monitoring says the state's not offering enough this time.
Miss South Carolina's Comment Prompts Midlands Outcry
In addition to a barrage of comments via social media about Miss South Carolina's comment about the Palmetto State 'rolling' regarding its mobile home status, folks on the street are not treating the beauty queen like royalty, either.
Suspect Dead after Deputy-Involved Shooting
The Richland County Sheriff's Department has confirmed one of its deputies shot and killed a man, who led them on a chase Monday night.
UPDATE: Coroner's Inquest into Officer-involved Shooting Underway
In a spirit of transparency, says Richland County Coroner Gary Watts, an official inquiry into an officer-involved shooting that occured in May has been launched.
Richland County deputy kills suspect in shootout
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” Investigators say a Richland County deputy shot and killed a man in a shootout after a traffic stop in Columbia. Deputies say the officer tried to pull over the driver around 10 p.m. Monday…
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COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” Investigators say a Richland County deputy shot and killed a man in a shootout after a traffic stop. Deputies say the officer tried to pull over the driver last night in Columbia because the…
Group Wants Strong Mayor Vote Delayed
Tuesday afternoon, the group 'Communities for a Great Columbia,' gathered to have their voices heard. The group opposes the Strong Mayor Referendum up for vote.
SC 911 Dispatcher Charged With Not Sending Help
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ A Charleston County 911 call center employee has been charged with misconduct after being accused of never responding to emergency calls.
SC prosecutor Wilson testifying on health care
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's top prosecutor is taking his concerns about implementation of the Affordable Care Act to Congress. Attorney General Alan Wilson is set to testify Wednesday before a joint hearing of a two U.S. House subcommittees.…
Irmo Dog Shooting Brings out Concerned Residents
A dog shot and killed by a Irmo Police officer created a heated debate during an Irmo Town Council meeting.
Atty. Gen. To Testify Regarding Affordable Care Act
Columbia, SC (Associated Press)-Attorney General Alan Wilson will testify at a Congressional hearing Wednesday morning regarding security concerns related to the implementation of the Affordable Care Act.
Lancaster man pleads guilty to murder
LANCASTER, S.C. (AP) — A Lancaster man has pleaded guilty to murder in the 2011 shooting death of a man. The Herald of Rock Hill reported (http://bit.ly/19e1jgf) that 31-year-old Junior Lee Kiker Jr. also pleaded guilty to armed robbery, burglary…
USC President Pastides on status of the university
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — University of South Carolina President Harris Pastides is scheduled to give his annual update on the state of the school. Spokesman Jeff Stensland says Pastides' address is set to be delivered Wednesday morning on the historic…
