Website War Launches Between Gubernatorial Candidates
The South Carolina Republican Party and the South Carolina Democratic Party each launch a website aimed at discrediting the opposing candidate for governor.
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USC Professors Weigh In on Syria
In the midst of Syria possibly putting their chemical weapons under international control, two USC professors sit down with ABC Columbia News to talk about the conflict.
West Columbia Shooting
Columbia, SC (West Columbia Police Department)- The West Columbia Police Department is investigating a shooting incident that took place around the 400 block of Sunset Boulevard on September 9, 2013 at approximately 6p.m.
Thousands of Residents Want Strong Mayor Vote
There may only be 10 weeks left before voters head to the polls, but many of them are making it clear they want to see the Strong Mayor referendum on the ballot.
Beaufort County Bans Texting While Driving
BEAUFORT, S.C. (AP) _ Drivers in Beaufort County have been banned from texting while driving.
Decorated US navy surgeon to speak at 9/11 dinner
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A decorated U.S. Navy surgeon is sharing his story at a Sept. 11 anniversary dinner. Dr. Richard Jadick is the keynote speaker at a sold-out event Wednesday in Columbia that's raising money for Lexington Medical Center's…
USC marks 50th year of university's integration
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Two of the three students who integrated South Carolina's flagship university 50 years ago are retracing their steps. Robert Anderson, James Solomon and Henrie Monteith became the university's first African-American students since reconstruction on Sept. 11,…
SC lawyers offering wills help to first responders
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Some law firms in South Carolina are teaming up to help first responders with their estate planning. Attorneys from Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough and McAngus Goudelock & Courie are offering free services on Wednesday to…
Speakers honor first responders at Sept. 11 event
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Officials from the Columbia area are honoring the fallen firefighters, law enforcement personnel, K-9 troopers and U.S. military men and women on the anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Wednesday's event takes place at 5…
SC VA holds conference on anti-suicide resources
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Dorn Veterans Administration Medical Center is scheduled to hold a health summit to battle suicide and help military veterans learn more about services the center can provide. Medical Center spokesman Kevin McIver says Wednesday's event…
Orangeburg elects 1st African-American mayor
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — Voters in Orangeburg have elected Michael C. Butler as the city's first African-American mayor. Butler won a four-year term with 53 percent of the vote. Mayor Paul Miller received 46 percent. Miller has been mayor since…
Mom Praises God Over Child's Shrinking Brain Tumor
After an MRI showed a local child's brain tumor vanishing, his mom is praising God.
Duke Energy to Raise Power Rates 10 Percent in SC
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ Regulators have approved a rate increase of about 10 percent over the next two years for Duke Energy customers in South Carolina.
Owens Air Exercise Thursday
Columbia, SC (South Carolina Air National Guard)- The South Carolina Air National Guard is conducting an air defense exercise September 12th in the vicinity of Owens Field, Columbia.As part of the routine exercise, fighter jets assigned to the SCANG’s 169th…
Students Who Integrated USC Return, Retrace Steps
Two of the three students who dared to break down the walls of segregation, returned to the same University that had denied hundreds others in prior years
Strong Mayor Vote Passes
A soecial meeting was held for City Council Members to vote for the change in goverment to "strong Mayor" would appear on the November ballot.
USO SC holds fundraising dinner, silent auction
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Those wishing to offer support for the nation's military and their families in South Carolina are holding a fundraising dinner. The USO South Carolina dinner and silent auction is scheduled for Thursdayl. The event helps the…
SC in another contract dispute on overdue system
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's long-overdue computer system for tracking deadbeat parents still is not working, as contract disputes continue and federal fines exceed $100 million. The Greenville News reported (http://grnol.co/1b9A8Js ) the state has canceled its contract with…
Group sues over SC public school event at chapel
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A humanist group has sued over a Greenville County public school's decision to hold its 5th-grade graduation ceremonies at a Christian university. The American Humanist Association on Wednesday filed a federal lawsuit seeking to stop Mountain…
School Bus Carrying Elementary Students in Accident
An accident involving a school bus and another vehicle has closed a portion of US 1 near Lugoff-Elgin High School.
Flu outbreak at state prison in Lancaster County
KERSHAW, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” Several prison dorms have been locked down and weekend visitation canceled after a flu outbreak at a state prison in Lancaster County. Authorities said Thursday that at least 36 prisoners and employees at Kershaw…
Neighbors React After Body Found on the Side of the Road
A body found near the intersection of Center and McFadden Streets has some living nearby speaking out.
'Criminal Element' Targeted for 'Impeding' Homeless Progress
As the City of Columbia prepares to open its 24-hour emergency homeless shelter, those working to make sure the homeless get the help they need want to make sure suspected criminals stay out of the way.
Affordable Health Care Forum
It's a health care plan signed into law back in 2010, but it's still surrounded by questions from area residents.
2 Die in Berkeley County Police Chase Wreck
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say the driver of a car and his passenger died in a crash during a police chase after they refused to stop at a traffic checkpoint in Berkeley County.
