Shaw Pilot Dies in Crash in Afghanistan
Officials have confirmed an F-16 pilot based out of Shaw Air Force Base was killed when his plane crashed in Afghanistan April 3rd.
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Maximum-security SC prison getting a new warden
PELZER, S.C. (AP) — A maximum-security men's prison in Pelzer is getting a new warden.
Ex-DEW director hired to recruit vets to SC State
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina State University has hired the former director of the state's employment agency to help recruit veterans to enroll at the Orangeburg school.
MOX president worried about budget for SC project
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The president of a company hired to build a South Carolina facility to turn weapons-grade plutonium into nuclear reactor fuel says he's worried the project won't be adequately funded.
Man on SC death row for more than a decade dies
RIDGEVILLE, S.C. (AP) — A man who spent more than a decade on South Carolina's death row for killing three women has died.
Recall Expanded on Frozen Mini Meals/Snacks
A product in your freezer may skip the kitchen table and head straight to the trash can.
Smartphone Safety
(WOLO) Columbia, SC- Beware Smartphone addicts. that *mini-computer* in your hand could make you an easy target for hackers and thieves.
SC State-New Employee
(WOLO) Columbia, SC-The former director of South Carolina's Employment Agency has found a new job.
SC Toddler Left
(WOLO) Columbia, SC-One-little girl is going by the name of Jane Doe, for now. That's after someone dropped her off in a stroller on the doorstep of a home in Anderson, rang the bell and took off.
USC School of Medicine hosts Clyburn panel
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The University of South Carolina is hosting a panel of experts speaking on health disparities and blood cancers.
April 4th Organ Donor Registration Day in SC
Columbia, SC (WOLO)--Approximately 1,000 people in our state are in need of an organ transplant.
New Jobs Coming to Saluda Co.
150 new jobs are coming to the Midlands.
Suspect in Abduction Found Dead
The suspect in a Tuesday afternoon abduction has taken his own life.
City Manager Releases Statement on Scott Leave of Absence
Columbia City Manager Teresa Wilson has released a statement on Police Chief Scott's request for a leave of absence.
DHEC holds public meeting over proposed nuke plant
GAFFNEY, S.C. (AP) — The public has a chance to comment on permit applications for a proposed nuclear power plant in Cherokee County.
Sumter holds job fair for veterans, employers
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — Military veterans who are looking for work and potential employers are coming together at a jobs fair in Sumter.
Marker identifies church founded by former slaves
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A new state historical marker identifies a church founded by former slaves 144 years ago in Rock Hill.
Columbia Police Chief Scott takes indefinite leave
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Columbia Police Chief Randy Scott has taken an indefinite leave of absence.
Sumter man charged after bed-ridden wife dies
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — A Sumter man has been accused of causing the death of his bed-ridden wife by neglecting her.
Two Proposed Gun Bills Could Change Permits
Both bills are dealing with you're right to bear arms. One aiming at expanding the rights of concealed weapon permit holders, the other doing away with permits altogether.
Checkmate For Charity
(WOLO) Columbia, SC-Pro bono is a hallmark of a USC School of Law experience. Klaus Johnson, a third year law student and competitive chess player, is applying his passion for pro bono work through the game of chess. Johnson will play up to 15 people at one time Wednesday, April 3, to raise money and awareness for Harvest Hope Food Bank.
Narcotics Arrest
(WOLO) Columbia, SC-Acting Columbia Police Chief Ruben Santiago announces the arrests of two men accused of trafficking a large amount of marijuana from Atlanta to Columbia.
MTRA Gives New Outlet for Riders to be Heard
Bus riders, city council members and public transit supporters gathered Wednesday afternoon to announce the Midlands Transit Riders Association.
Santiago Speaks Out on Chief Scott's Departure
After the city of Columbia's bombshell announcement yesterday that police chief Randy Scott is taking yet another leave of absence, city officials are tight lipped today. However, acting Chief Ruben Santiago is talking.
Suspect Named in Abduction
Columbia police are looking for a man they say abducted a woman on Greystone Blvd.
