Pilot whale beaches itself, dies on SC coast
BEAUFORT, S.C. (AP) _ A 16-foot pilot whale has died after stranding itself on a South Carolina beach.
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More Ballots Found, Election Report Released
A month after voters went to the polls in Richland County, more ballots have been found.
Man Pleads Guilty to Killing 5-Month-old Daughter
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ A Greer man has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for the death of his 5-month-old daughter. Solicitor Walt Wilkins says 44-year-old Daron Davis was sentenced Thursday after pleading guilty to homicide by child abuse.
School to celebrate final volume on SC's women
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The University of South Carolina is planning a celebration to mark the release of a final volume of an anthology describing the contributions of the state's women.
SC board approves settlement over rail yard
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A state financial oversight board has approved a land swap and payment deal designed to resolve all lawsuits over providing rail access to the Port of Charleston.
Senators asked to consider adding 2 oversight jobs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The head of South Carolina's information technology division says lawmakers should consider hiring two people to oversee agencies' cyber security.
Rep Delleney becomes new House Judiciary chairman
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A 21-year incumbent of the South Carolina House is taking the helm of the powerful Judiciary Committee.
SC federal prosecutor receives award from FBI
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A federal prosecutor in South Carolina is the recipient of a community leadership award from the FBI.
Nutcracker Kicks off Holiday Performances
It's a family time tradition that officials kicks off the start of the holiday season. We have all of the information you need to know when it comes to where and when to buy your tickets.
Demint Resigning from Senate
According to a statement on his web site, South Carolina Senator Jim Demint will resign from the US Senate.
Darla Moore gives $1M to Claflin's music program
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina financier Darla Moore has given $1 million to the department of music at Claflin University.
APNewsBreak: Man pleads guilty to Iran exports
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A North Charleston businessman has pleaded guilty to illegally exporting goods to Iran.
SC House votes to expand its ethics panel
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina House has expanded its ethics committee to include an equal number of Republicans and Democrats.
Man Wanted for Convenience Store Robbery
Lexington County deputies hope you'll recognize this man in the surveillance photo.
Former Employee Arrested for Sumter Company's Fire
A man is arrested for burglarizing and then burning down his former Sumter workplace.
Forest Acres to Welcome in Holiday Season
FOREST ACRES, S.C. (WOLO) - Here's a sweet treat for local residents. Forest Acres is kicking off the holiday season Thursday night on the rooftop of Richland Mall. From 5:30 to 7:30, kids can take their picture with Santa, check…
Study: Smoking May Worsen Hangovers
Lighting up a cigarette after too many drinks could make your hangover a lot worse. That's according to a new study form researchers at Brown University.
Man kills wife, takes son to daycare, kills self
TRAVELERS REST, S.C. (AP) _ Police say a Travelers Rest man killed his wife, then took their son to daycare the next day before returning home to kill himself.
SC Aquarium Helping Turtles From New England
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ An aquarium in Charleston is helping care for some sick and injured sea turtles from New England.
Fans to Travel for Outback Bowl
Gamecock fans get ready to travel to Tampa for the upcoming Outback bowl.
Online Petition Seeks Answers in Swainson Case
An online petition is circulating asking that suspected kidnapper in the Gabbiee Swainson case, Freddie Grant, start talking. Gabbiee's mother, the police and a legal analyst speak out on whether signatures on a a piece of paper can get the answers an entire community wants to hear.
Driver charged after SCDOT worker killed on I-20
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — A 39-year-old man is charged with felony driving under the influence and leaving the scene of an accident after a worker was killed on the side of Interstate 20 near Columbia.
Police: SC trooper gave officer the finger
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say a South Carolina trooper has been fired after he was arrested for disorderly conduct for giving the middle finger to a Columbia police officer in a parking lot after a concert.
Death penalty sought against accused SC cop killer
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against a man accused of gunning down an Aiken police officer last year.
SC House re-elects Bobby Harrell as speaker
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Rep. Bobby Harrell will retain his powerful post as speaker of the South Carolina House.
