Ballot chaos opens path for petition candidates
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — In a year when nearly 250 candidates statewide were tossed from primary ballots, petition candidates have a rare shot at winning in November.
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Renters Insurance: 'Small Price to Pay'
An apartment complex fire in Columbia that destroys three units and damages five others, leaving some 15 people without a place to live, prompts local insurance officials to stress the importance of obtaining renters insurance.
Happy Father's Day: Spending up on Dad!
This video is no longer available. COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- "They're worth it," says Melissa Schneck, shopper. Spending is up for Father's Day 2012, that's according to the Naitonal Retail Federation. Some Midlands shoppers aren't surprised. "No, No people don't…
SC jobless up for first time in 10 months
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The downward trend for South Carolina's jobless rate has ended, at least for now.
SCE&G Denies Claims in Environmental Lawsuit
South Carolina Electric & Gas is denying claims it illegally discharged arsenic and other contaminants into the Wateree River near Columbia.
SC Democrat with Criminal Past Runs for Congress
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina Democratic leaders are trying to decide whether to support a convicted felon running for Congress as a Democrat. Bryan Lamont ``Ryan B'' Doyle of Aiken won this week's Democratic primary the state's 3rd Congressional district, which stretches along the state's western edge.
SC House Ethics approves subpoenas in Haley case
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The House Ethics Committee has subpoenaed 10 people to testify in its investigation into allegations that Gov. Nikki Haley illegally lobbied while a member of the House.
American Red Cross Offers First Aid App
Life saving information is now at your fingertips.
Camp Counselor: "It gives them a chance to be normal again."
Kids attending Camp Kemo, a camp for children battling cancer hosted by Palmetto Health Children's Hospital, took a trip to Lake Murray, Thursday.
SC Woman Dies in Crash During Police Chase
BEAUFORT, S.C. (AP) _ A 34-year-old Beaufort woman has died after she was in a wreck during a police chase. Beaufort police say Courtney Lynn Green died after her car hit a tree early Thursday.
Columbia, Richland County Officers Unite to Fight Crime
Joining forces to keep you safe. That's the goal of the Richland County Sheriff's Department and the City of Columbia Police Department, as the two agencies signed an agreement vowing to officially work together to fight crime.
USC opening welcome center in downtown Charleston
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ The University of South Carolina is opening a welcome center in Charleston's busy King Street shopping district.
Saluda Co. Sheriff Indicted
Saluda County Sheriff Jason Booth has been indicted on one charge of misconduct in office for using an inmate to work on his private property.
Witnesses Named in Haley Ethics Case
The House Ethics Committee has subpoenaed 10 people to testify in its investigation into allegations that Gov. Nikki Haley illegally lobbied while a member of the House.
3rd Army in SC celebrates Army birthday with run
SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. (AP) — The Third Army is celebrating the Army's 237th birthday with a three-mile run and a cake-cutting ceremony.
Gas Falls Below $3 near SC Coast
Gas prices falling below $3 a gallon - no, you're not dreaming.
$10K Donation Helps Feed K9 Officers
A citizen, a non-profit organization and a corporation have joined forces to make Richland County a safer place to live, work and play, according to the sheriff.
Gamecock Fans Send Hopes for a '3-peat' with the team to Omaha
Wednesday, hundreds of Gamecock fans turned out to wish the baseball team well in Omaha.
Clemson Tuition Increases For Fall Semester
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) _ Tuition is increasing at Clemson University for the fall semester. The school's board of trustees Wednesday approved a 3 percent increase for in-state students and a 4 percent increase for out-of-state students.
Fans See USC Baseball Team Off to Omaha
Fans gathered at Carolina Stadium Wednesday afternoon to send the USC Baseball team to Omaha in style.
Police Release Images of Robbery
Police are looking for two men they say were caught on camera robbing a Columbia dry cleaner.
State Fair Launches New Program
The South Carolina State Fair is introducing a new program that organizers hope will get people excited about agriculture in the state.
Tuesday's Primary Results
Here are the results from Tuesday's primaries around the state.
Not Many Candidates Facing Opponents in Primary
Fewer than two dozen of the 170 members of the South Carolina General Assembly face opponents in this year's primaries.
Low Voter Turnout
Polling managers throughout the state report lower than expected numbers for the state primaries...leaving many voters who weathered the storm to cast their ballots disappointed.
