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Unsafe Lead Levels Found in Columbia

The EPA releases new numbers reportedly finding unsafe levels of metals in dozens of Columbia yards. The EPA believes the source of the contamination could be a polluted fertilizer plant which shut down in the 1930's.

House speaker: SC to likely get sued, lose

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — House Speaker Bobby Harrell says he expects South Carolina to be sued over a panel's decision to disregard the state budget and increase employees' health insurance costs anyway. And he expects the state to lose.

Citadel hires expert for sex case investigation

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — The Citadel's Board of Visitors has hired a Columbia attorney to handle the investigation into the school's handling of a complaint about a former camp counselor now serving a 50-year sentence for molesting young boys.

"Jane Doe" Accused of Child Porn

The Department of Homeland Security is searching for this women authorities believe produced child pornography. U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement are now asking for the public's help.

Gospel Fest Comes to Columbia

The Allstate Gospel Superfest Battle of the bands hits a high note. It's the 4th year the Gospel Extravaganza has come to Columbia.

Romney names Paul Ryan VP

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney has selected Wisconsin Rep. Paul Ryan to be his running mate.

752 Graduate From Clemson in Summer Ceremony

CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) _ Clemson University has sent 752 more graduates into the world. The school held its summer graduation on Friday, handing out 337 received bachelor's degrees, 357 master's degrees and 58 doctorates.

Fallen Midlands Soldier Honored

The widow of a fallen Midlands soldier speaks out for the first time publicly about the legacy her late husband leaves behind, as she accepts a plaque in his honor during commencement exercises at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy.

House speaker: SC to likely get sued, lose

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — House Speaker Bobby Harrell says he expects South Carolina to be sued over a panel's decision to disregard the state budget and increase employees' health insurance costs anyway. And he expects the state to lose.

Citadel hires expert for sex case investigation

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — The Citadel's Board of Visitors has hired a Columbia attorney to handle the investigation into the school's handling of a complaint about a former camp counselor now serving a 50-year sentence for molesting young boys.

Sumter County coroner's race loser is now winner

SUMTER, S.C. (AP) _ Sumter County Coroner Harvin Bullock may have lost the Democratic runoff for his job by more than 1,100 votes in June, but he is now back on the general election ballot as the only candidate.

CPD to Monitor Areas Prone to Collisions

The Columbia Police Department’s (CPD) Traffic Safety Unit will conduct a Public Safety checkpoint in the areas of North Main Street, Farrow Road, The Vista, and Five Points beginning Friday evening.

One Million Dishwashers Recalled

Washington, DC (WOLO)-- The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a recall of more than a million dishwashers due to a fire hazard.

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