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Winter Weather Predictions

Want to get as far away from Winter as possible this year? Go West. Government forecasters predicted the western half of the US can expect an unusually warm, dry winter.

Banana Boat recalls sunscreen due to fire risk

The maker of Banana Boat sunscreen is recalling one of its spray-on products after reports that a handful of people have caught on fire after applying the lotion.

Homeless SC Man Hits it Big

A Greenville, South Carolina man living at a rescue mission after falling on hard times said he now has a chance at a new home after winning $200,000.

SC unemployment falls to 9.1 percent in September

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's unemployment rate has gone down by one half of a percentage point.

Whole Foods Market Opens Thursday/ Sneak Peak Monday

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - You will soon have the chance to do your grocery shopping at a different location in Columbia. Whole Foods Market announced it will officially open its doors on Thursday, October 25th in the Cross Hill Market…

Haley names panel to recommend ethics changes

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley has created an independent panel to make recommendations for overhauling South Carolina's ethics laws.

USC hosts 3rd annual Chinese Film Festival

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The University of South Carolina is hosting its third annual Chinese Film Festival with a focus on China's female filmmakers.

Clemson biggest user of state airplanes

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A review of records shows Clemson University has been the biggest user of state-owned aircraft in the past year.

Police Search for Armed Robbery Suspect

An armed suspect remains at large, accused of robbing a Columbia restaurant.

New Store Offers Outdoor Movie Experience

Some theater goers are getting a change of scenery in Columbia.

Upcoming Winter Weather Predictions

Want to get as far away from Winter as possible this year? Go West.

Oconee Coroner Says 2 Die in Fire Near Seneca

SENECA, S.C. (AP) _ The Oconee County coroner says a couple has died in a fire at their home near Seneca.

Santee Cooper retires units for first time

MONCKS CORNER, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina's state-owned utility is retiring six of its units for the first time since it started generating electricity 70 years ago.

Absentee Voting Vs. Early Voting in SC

South Carolina is one of nearly 20 states that prohibits early voting. Voting absentee, where you can cast a ballot prior to Election Day, is allowed. So what's really the difference? We've got the facts to help you prepare for the polls.

Midway Menu: Is there a healthy option at the fair?

ABC Columbia News hit the Midway at the South Carolina State Fair to see if we could find any healthy food options.

Federal panel keeps Thurmond on SC Senate ballot

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The son of late U.S. Sen. Strom Thurmond will stay on ballots as the Republican nominee for a South Carolina state Senate seat.

SC congressmen simulate F-35, budget cuts loom

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (AP) — Two South Carolina congressmen are warning that the new F-35 Joint Strike Fighter is threatened by looming budget cuts that will slash both defense and domestic programs in January.