Mega Airline Merger could mean changes for Columbia Metro
The recent announcement that Charlotte-based US Airways will merge with American Airlines, striking an $11 billion deal, means changes for Columbia Metro.
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Suspect Shot By Police Following Suspected Robbery
Columbia Police say Monday afternoon a suspect robbed Dollar General on Taylor St.
Driver Killed in Fatal Collision
The highway patrol is investigating a fatal accident.
Sites around SC accepting old phone books
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — It's time for new telephone books, and finding a way to get rid of old ones.
USC showcases engineering, computer science week
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The University of South Carolina is celebrating national "Engineers Week" with activities including daily speakers, workshops and displays of electric cars, robots and sustainable energy projects.
Police Investigating Weekend Five Points Shooting
The Columbia Police Department is investigating a shooting over the weekend in Five Points.
Study: Hummingbirds migrating earlier in spring
Ruby-throated hummingbirds are arriving in North America each spring several weeks earlier than in the past, and research indicates that higher temperatures in their winter habitat may be the reason.
Driver shot several times on I-77 near Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say a man has been shot while driving on Interstate 77 near Columbia.
5 injured in shooting at Columbia nightclub
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Columbia police are investigating the shootings of five people at a nightclub.
Lawsuit in SC settles after 16 years in court
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A lawsuit that made its way through South Carolina courts for 16 years is over.
Pope Benedict's Final Prayer Service
Thousands of people gathered at the Vatican Sunday morning to hear one of Pope Benedict's final prayer services.
10 Year Old Found Drunk and Naked
A 10 year old Florida boy is found wandering the streets drunk and with no clothing.
Driver Shot on Interstate 77
Columbia police continue searching for a suspected gunman they say opened fire along an area highway.
Women's conference slated for Clemson University
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The editor of an anthology on African-American feminism is speaking at a conference at Clemson University.
Flu outbreaks cancel visitation at 2 SC prisons
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A flu outbreak has caused authorities to cancel visitation this weekend at two prisons in Columbia.
Anniversary of sinking of Hunley submarine marked
The 149th anniversary of the sinking of the first submarine to sink an enemy warship is being commemorated.
Winthrop selects Butler provost as new president
Winthrop University has selected a new president despite concerns from some faculty members about her involvement with a libel lawsuit at her previous school.
Former SC minister wants to withdraw guilty plea
A former Conway pastor who pleaded guilty to federal charges stemming from a Ponzi scheme in which people were bilked out of $2.5 million says he wants out of the plea agreement.
Clemson hosting meeting on value of play
Playing can be serious business. Starting Sunday, Clemson is hosting a conference put on by the U.S. Play Coalition.
Church Cancellation in Lugoff
Pine Grove Baptist Church in Lugoff has cancelled their morning services, including Sunday School and morning worship services. Evening services will be continued as scheduled.
Some parts of Midlands see snow, sleet
Some folks had the benefit of seeing some snow or sleet in the area Saturday.
Health Care Plan Enrollment Suspended
Saturday the Feds suspended new enrollment into the federally run health care coverage plan.
Flu Halts Weekend Visitation
It's flu season and it's making the rounds. Even forcing one maximum security prison to stop weekend visits.
Nightclub Shooting
Columbia Police are searching for a suspect accused of shooting five people outside of an area club early Saturday Morning.
Columbia offering free community gardens workshop
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — It's almost time to think about spring planting, but the City of Columbia wants local green thumbs to enjoy year-round gardening success.
