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Body found on campus of Benedict College

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Officials are investigating the discovery of a body on the campus of Benedict College in Columbia. A statement from the school Tuesday night said the body was that of a female student at the school but…

Political cartoonists Ariail, Palmer discuss work

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Political cartoonists Robert Ariail and Kate Salley Palmer are slated to discuss their work at a presentation sponsored by the University of South Carolina. Herb Hartsook, director of the South Carolina Political Collections at the Hollings…

Haley calling attention to childhood cancer

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — During the month of September, Gov. Nikki Haley is drawing South Carolinians' attention to cancers affecting children. Haley has proclaimed September as "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month." A proclamation issued by Haley recognizes the courage and compassion…

2 teens arrested for assaulting boy at Sumter High

SUMTER, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” Two teenagers have been charged with assaulting a 14-year-old boy at Sumter High School earlier this year. Police said Wednesday two 16-year-old boys had been charged with conspiracy and second degree criminal sexual conduct…

24-Hour Homeless Shelter Opens by Month's End

The homeless shelter that usually operates during the evenings, only, five months out of the year, will operate seven months out of the year, 24 horus a day, seven days a week, as city of Columbia officials seek to handle homelessness like never before.

Anti Violence Rally And Vigil

Columbia, SC (WOLO)- Helping young people make better decisions, that's the intent of a rally in Columbia tomorrow evening.

Local Spaghetti Company Give to Schools

This video is no longer available. (WOLO) COLUMBIA, S.C., -- It's one of the most popular brand of Spaghetti and it's made right here in Columbia. While you may have passed in it an aisle or served it up for…

Grammy winner Bill Harley tells stories at USC

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A two-time Grammy award-winning singer and story teller who weaves tales of childhood and family life is scheduled to perform at the University of South Carolina. Spokeswoman Megan Sexton says the performance by Bill Harley is…

DJJ doing community service across South Carolina

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Department of Juvenile Justice is launching a three-day community service effort in South Carolina. Starting Thursday, DJJ says its youth and staff are teaming up with community partners and volunteers for various projects around the…

Teen dies alone after giving birth in SC dorm room

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” Authorities say a 19-year-old Benedict College student bled to death after delivering a stillborn baby alone in her dorm room. Richland County Coroner Gary Watts said the student was found dead Tuesday night, but…

Homelessness Public Forum 'Critical'

Columbia City Councilman Cameron Runyan is hosting the first of several forums scheduled to provide education and enlightenment on the attempt to curb the ongoing homelessness issue in the Capitol City.

Haley scheduled to announce latest Cabinet pick

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley is slated to announce a Cabinet appointment. The governor plans to reveal her latest agency appointment at a news conference at 10:30 a.m. Thursday. A news release from Haley's office didn't…

Director: Medicaid agency wants to increase access

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” South Carolina's Medicaid agency is making changes to expand access to health care. Health and Human Services Director Tony Keck says getting people healthier starts with making health care more convenient. Recent changes include…

Gaston man gets 45 years for 2011 shooting death

LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” A Lexington man has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for shooting a 64-year-old man to death as he answered the door at a Gaston home. Solicitor Donnie Myers said Thursday 22-year-old Shawn…

Veronica Custody; New Developments

Columbia, SC (Associated Press)- The father of a Cherokee girl at the center of an adoption dispute is fighting the Oklahoma governor's order that he return to South Carolina to face charges of parental interference.

Gun found on 16-year-old student at Sumter High

SUMTER, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” Police say a 16-year-old Sumter High School student has been arrested after a gun and a loaded magazine were found in a book bag. School police officers investigating an unrelated case said they got…

More South Carolinians using seat belts

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” More South Carolinians are using seat belts. A new study from the National highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that seat belt usage in South Carolina increased from 86 percent in South Carolina in 2011…

EX-Lexington deputy convicted of domestic violence

BATESBURG-LEESVILLE, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” A former Lexington County sheriff's deputy has been convicted of criminal domestic violence. Thirty-two-year-old Daniel M. Creamer of Lexington was sentenced to 30 days in jail or a $1,000 fine plus six months of…

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