SC Voter ID Law in Court
Attorneys are wrapping up testimony in the federal trial of South Carolina's voter identification law and closing arguments are set for September 24. The law requires voters to show specific identification when they vote.
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Sober or Slammer Campaign for Labor Day
Troopers step up patrols this Labor Day Holiday, focusing on DUI prevention and crash prevention. Last year, seven people died over the Labor Day weekend.
Sheriff: Man Intentionally Set Fire at School
Lexington County Sheriff’s deputies have charged a 54-year-old West Columbia man in connection with two fires at a local school. Thomas Hartford Riley is charged with two counts of third-degree arson.
Mother of Missing Toddler expected in Court Tuesday
Zinah Jennings, mother of missing Midlands toddler Amir Jennings, is set to return to court Tuesday, after giving birth to second child.
Prayer Vigil for Missing Teen set for Tuesday
The search continues this Labor Day holiday for a missing Richland County teen.
Gas Prices Spike
Gas Prices Spike as we hit the Labor Day Weekend.
Troopers Out in Force Labor Day Weekend
Motorists, brace yourselves. The South Carolina Highway Patrol and State Transport Police will be watching and will have a larger number of officers than normal on the highways this Labor Day weekend.
A list of items cut from South Carolina budget
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A lower-than-anticipated surplus for the 2011-12 fiscal years means $14.7 million worth of projects will be cut from the 2012-13 budget. The supplemental spending plan calls for the items to be funded in the priority order listed, meaning those at the bottom lose out. They are, in order:
Year-end report means $15M tossed from SC budget
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's lower-than-expected surplus means $15 million worth of projects disappears from the state budget.
Woman Dies in Spartanburg Apartment Fire
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) _ A woman has been killed in an apartment fire in Spartanburg. Spartanburg firefighters were called to the apartment complex about 6 p.m. Thursday.
Dangerous Malfunction Forces Coffeemaker Recall
Certain "Mr. Coffee" coffeemakers are under recall for a dangerous malfunction.
Man Sentenced for Animal Shelter Break-ins
A series of break-ins at a Midlands animal shelter are coming back to bite one man.
Testimony Ending in South Carolina Voter ID Trial
Attorneys are wrapping up testimony in the federal trial of South Carolina's voter identification law.
Army Not Changing Physical Fitness Test - for Now
The Army is keeping its physical fitness test the same way it has for more than three decades - for now.
NAACP: Racist email could persuade voter ID ruling
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's NAACP president says a racist email acknowledged by the author of the state's voter ID law should help persuade a panel of federal judges to find against it.
SC Sheriff: Suspect helped search for missing teen
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says the man charged with kidnapping a missing 15-year-old girl pretended to help look for her.
AAA: Rain, Gas Costs Hold SC Labor Day Travel Flat
The number of South Carolina motorists taking to the highways this Labor Day weekend will be about the same as last year.
Army sergeant pleads guilty to accepting gifts
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — An Army master sergeant has pleaded guilty to accepting thousands of dollars in gratuities from contractors during his deployment to Iraq as a field ordering officer at a forward operating base,
Tropical Storm Leslie Forms in Atlantic
Tropical Storm Leslie has formed in the Atlantic far from land.
Romney Accepts Party's Nomination
Mitt Romney has accepted the GOP presidential nomination.
New Details about Suspected Kidnapper Unveiled
New details are emerging about the man suspected in the disappearence of 15 year old Gabrielle Swainson. According to authorities this is not his first run in with the law.
USC Fan Reaction
This video is no longer available. COLUMBIA S.C.(WOLO) Usc fans gathered at a local hot spot to enjoy the first football game of the season. Our photojournalist Joy Batt take you inside for all the excitement.
SC Mother Sought in Death of Daughter in Bathtub
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities are looking for a 21-year-old mother from York who is charged with homicide by child abuse after her 10-month-old daughter drowned in a Spartanburg motel bathtub.
Sheriff: 'For God's sake, tell us where she's at'
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott admits his department is desperate to find 15-year-old Gabrielle Swainson, and they are appealing to everyone in the community for answers, even the suspected kidnapper.
Jennings not ''mother-material' says witness.
Thursday, the Zinah Jennings trial brought more testimony, including Jennings' sister.
