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DMV expands program for new drivers to be tested

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles is expanding a program that allows driving instructors to give both written and road skills tests to new drivers.

DMV says name change issue was misunderstanding

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The leader of the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles says an employee made a mistake by refusing to let a man change his name to his wife's name unless he had a court order.

Groups calling for probe into Harrell spending

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Groups from opposite ends of the political spectrum want the state's top prosecutor to investigate House Speaker Bobby Harrell's spending.

SC registers fewer new voters before election

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina registered fewer new voters in this election year compared with 2008.

1 dead, 1 in jail after Colleton County shooting

JACKSONBORO, S.C. (AP) — One man is dead and a second man is in jail after a shooting in Colleton County.

USC lecture on obesity, burden on cardio system

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The burden that obesity places on the body's cardiovascular system is the topic of a talk at the University of South Carolina.

Suspect Wanted for Armed Robbery at Lowe's

Richland County deputies are looking for the suspect who took a Lowe's cashier for a loop.

Attempts to Make Your Fair Visit Safe

You can expect plenty of food, fun and entertainment at this year's South Carolina State Fair, and the Richland County Sheriff's Department wants to make sure your time spent there is safe.

Registration Deadline for Walk Against Domestic Violence

You have a chance to make a difference by taking a stand against a growing crime right here in the Midlands.

Water Maintenance Could Cause Service Disruption

Some Columbia residents could have issues with their water service over the next couple months.

String Cheese Recalled for Possible Choking Hazard

A fun snack inside your fridge could translate into a potential health risk.

DMV expands program for new drivers to be tested

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles is expanding a program that allows driving instructors to give both written and road skills tests to new drivers.

Behind the Scenes of the 2012 South Carolina State Fair

The 2012 South Carolina State Fair kicks off Wednesday. ABC Columbia got a behind the scenes look at last minute preparations on Tuesday.

Army Dad Surprises Daughter at School

A homecoming fit for a soldier and the daughter who never saw it coming takes place at a Northeast Columbia elementary school, and it's all caught on camera.

SC Woman Gets 27 Years in 3-Year-Old's Scalding Death

FLORENCE, S.C. (AP) _ A 24-year-old Florence woman has been sentenced to 27 years in prison after admitting she killed her 3-year-old cousin by pouring pots of scalding water down her pants after she urinated on herself during potty training.

Ocean adventurer speaking at Clemson University

CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — A man who has spent decades exploring the remote corners of the globe is sharing his story at Clemson University.

Sandusky Sentenced to at Least 30 Years

BELLEFONTE, PA (WOLO) -- Convicted pedophile Jerry Sandusky will spend at least the next 30 years behind bars.

Groups Push for Rep. Harrell Expenses Investigation

Groups from opposite ends of the political spectrum want the state's top prosecutor to investigate House Speaker Bobby Harrell's spending.

DMV offers New Driving test

The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles is expanding a program that allows driving instructors to give both written and road skills tests to new drivers.

USC hosts AP exhibit of US presidential photos

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A new display is offering an inside view of the lives of America's presidents as the 2012 election campaign comes to a close.

Trial begins in case of child buried in concrete

MONCKS CORNER, S.C. (AP) — The trial is getting under way this week in the case of a South Carolina man charged with killing his young son and then putting the body in a trash can filled with 400 pounds of concrete.