Uncle Asked to Care for Girl Night Before She Died
SENECA, S.C. (AP) _ Relatives say a Seneca man accused of killing his 7-month-old niece asked if he could watch over the girl the night before she died.
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Election Nightmare Scenarios
Democrats and Republicans alike are fretting over what might go seriously wrong before, during or just after the Nov. 6 presidential election. Both parties have amassed lawyers and volunteers to watch polling places and appeal to local election officials if problems arise.
Gas Prices Coming Down
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO/AP) -- Gasoline prices are on the way down thanks to a change in the season.
SC school bus driver fired after DUI charge
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina school bus driver has been fired after a drunken driving charge.
Ex-Spartanburg teacher sentence in child porn case
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A former Spartanburg school teacher has been sentenced to more than three years in prison on a child pornography charge.
Former SC trooper charged with assault and battery
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A former South Carolina Highway Patrol trooper has been charged with assault and battery.
Great SouthEast ShakeOut
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO/AP) -- People from all across the state participated Thursday in the 2012 Great SouthEast ShakeOut.
Columbia mayor holding virtual town hall meeting
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin is using technology to hold a meeting that's open to everyone — as long as they have an Internet connection.
1st flu cases diagnosed in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Health officials say the flu season has officially started in South Carolina.
Fined South Carolina senator: 'I made a mistake'
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A state senator who was fined nearly $5,400 for accepting donations above the legal limit says it was an unintentional mistake, and he's moving on.
Police Find $33,000 in Marijuana Following Traffic Stop
A traffic stop in Columbia leads to drug charges.
DJJ Youth Winners at SC State Fair
The South Carolina State Fair is showcasing artists through pictures, ceramics and even welding.
Publix Issues Recall on Frozen Tempura Shrimp
You may be storing some seafood in your freezer that you'll want to avoid.
Fun Factoid Emerges from Debate
There was a lot of talking during last night's presidential debate. But who said more?
Feds: 1 Arrested in Plot to Attack Federal Reserve
A 21-year-old man arrested on charges he plotted to blow up the Federal Reserve building in New York City has appeared in federal court and been ordered held without bail.
Politics Gets Scary
Politics can be a scary thing, escpecially as we creep closer to Halloween. Area stores say Presidential masks are all the rage every election year. This year is no different and may even determine who could be the next Commander in Chief.
Charleston schools offering dual degree program
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ Two Charleston-based institutions of higher learning are teaming up to offer a program that allows students to get law and business degrees in three and a half years.
2nd Presidential Debate: Voter Opinions Are In.
The fiery debate between President Obama and Republican candidate, Governor Mitt Romney had voters talking Wednesday.
Parenting Solo Conference, Celebs Come to Columbia
Parenting Solo is a community wide movement to assist those who go it alone in caring for their children. The founder of the program is hoping an upcoming event will change the face of solo parenting statewide.
Fiber Optics Maker Expanding in Spartanburg County
DUNCAN, S.C. (AP) _ A company that makes fiber optic products is expanding its operations in Spartanburg County. AFL announced Wednesday that it would invest $8.6 million to expand its presence in Duncan, creating 95 new jobs.
Richland County man charged with killing wife
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Richland County man has been charged with shooting and killing his estranged wife.
Third Arrest in McDonald's Shooting
Columbia Police have arrested a third suspect in connection with a deadly shooting at a Midlands fast food restaurant.
VP Biden Attends Hollings Vigil
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WOLO/AP) -- Vice President Joe Biden attended a vigil in Charleston Tuesday for Peatsy Hollings, the wife of former U.S. Sen. Ernest Hollings.
Former Gaston administrator pleads guilty to fraud
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — The former town administrator in Gaston has pleaded guilty to taking money and supplies from the town for her own use.
SC motorists can get cash for old batteries
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina motorists can get cash for every auto or marine battery they turn in during a cleanup effort that runs the rest of this month.
