Local News

SC legislators pledge to tackle cybersecurity

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina legislators say they're willing to spend whatever it takes to prevent another massive security breach in state government.

Amber lights help shoo away geese on Lake Murray

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — People on Lake Murray tired of geese now have a new weapon to chase the waterfowl away.

SUV Strikes Tree, Killing Driver

The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash in Clarendon County.

Midlands Administrative Assistant on Leave after Husband's Arrest

A Lexington man is behind bars after authorities say he tried to sell cocaine to an undercover officer.

Traffic Back to Normal after Car Hits Power Line

Traffic is back to normal Monday night at a Columbia intersection near the downtown area.

Sirens to Sound Across Midlands Tuesday

If you hear something out of the ordinary Tuesday, don't panic.

Man Flees to Pa., Admits to Killing Wife in SC

IVA, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a South Carolina man killed his new wife, then fled to Pennsylvania and called police to confess. Iva police said 28-year-old Jonathan Craig Roe was detained Monday in Lower Allen, Pa., and was being charged with murder.

Local Teacher Charged with Second Count of Sexual Battery

Monday, a local teacher was charged with a second count of Sexual Battery with a Student.

Rare Eye Disease, Medical Bills Lead to Fundraiser

A Columbia toddler's battle with a rare eye disease has led to mounting medical expenses for his parents. Friends noticed their struggle and decided to help via a benefit concert, and they want you to participate.

Midlands Teacher Facing Second Charge

A Midlands High School teacher is facing a second charge of sexual battery with a student.

Boil Water Advisory for Kittiwake Drive and Harrington Court

The City of West Columbia issued a boil water advisory for the residents in that area, asking customers to boil their water for at least one minute when service is restored.

SC attorney general faces public records lawsuit

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A freelance journalist from Newberry has sued South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, saying he has intentionally withheld public records she requested in the fight over entertainer James Brown's estate.

Time Warner adding 650 jobs in Lexington County

WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Time Warner Cable is expanding its operations in Lexington County, investing $24 million that's expected to create almost 650 new jobs during the next year.

Richland County elections director to resign

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The director of Richland County elections says she will soon step down following a troubled Election Day that included hours-long lines, broken voting machines and missing ballots.

SC to allow hunting without a license for weekend

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Anyone who ever wanted to hunt in South Carolina but doesn't have a license has a chance to head outdoors over the next two days.

SC National Guard schedules Timmonsville memorial

TIMMONSVILLE, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Army National Guard is dedicating a memorial to honor three soldiers killed last year in a bomb attack in Afghanistan.

Two Fires at SC Department of Corrections Investigated

Columbia fire officials are still trying to figure out what sparked two blazes on the grounds of the South Carolina Department of corrections Sunday evening.

Women Shot at Leaving Area Club

A night of partying erupts into gunfire outside an area night club.

Seneca Murder Suicide

(WOLO)COLUMBIA S.C. A man and a woman were found dead outside their Seneca home. Authorities say 50 year old James Foxx Shot and killed his 58 year old girlfriend Gwendolyn Hiott. Hoitt bleed to death after being shot in the…

IT manager: SC didn't pay attention to security

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The former director of computer security for the South Carolina Department of Revenue says the security of taxpayer information didn't get the attention it deserved at the agency.