SC GOP ready to work north of border this year
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Republican Party says it's ready to work north of the border to help deny President Barack Obama the 15 electoral votes in battleground North Carolina this fall.
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Unemployment in SC Continues to Drop
As businesses, small and large, look to take advantage of the strengthening economy, many are looking forward to the 15th Annual Columbia Black Expo, hoping to continue a decrease in the state's jobless rate.
Will you buy into Facebook?
Facebook went public Monday, but are people here in the Midlands willing to buy into the company?
Ground Beef Recall
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Two South Carolina companies are recalling nearly 7,000 pounds of ground beef which possibly are contaminated with E.coli.
2 Dead in Apparent SC Murder-Suicide
ANDREWS, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say the death of a couple in Williamsburg County was an apparent murder-suicide. Williamsburg County Sheriff Michael Johnson says the couple was driving Wednesday night on a road near Andrews when a witness noticed the vehicle was swerving and then pulled over.
SC Democratic director reprimanded for tweet
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The political director for South Carolina Senate Democrats has been reprimanded for referring to Republican Gov. Nikki Haley as a "Sikh Jesus."
Spitting Charge Dropped Against McDonald's Worker
McDonald's worker in Simpsonville has been cleared of a charge that he spit into two customers' iced tea.
Remembering the Cleveland School Fire
This video is no longer available. COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- May 17, 1923, it's a night the town of Camden will never forget. "A graduation ceremony, a play put on by the children," says Ken Kerber, President of the South…
Army replaces female head of drill sergeant school
FORT JACKSON, S.C. (AP) — The first female commandant of the Army's elite drill sergeant school has bid a tearful farewell to supporters, students and fellow drill sergeants as she stepped down from her historic position.
Broad River Bridge Re-opens
Heavy rainfall caused crews to shut down the Broad River bridge through Thursday, but Columbia Police say the bridge is now open.
Child Safety Seat 101
Your child safety seat is more than likely installed and being used incorrectly. That's according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. ABC Columbia has safety details before hitting the road.
DHEC Releases Name of SC Restaurant in E coli Probe
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) _ State health officials have released the name of a Spartanburg restaurant connected to a recent E coli outbreak after the business agreed to be identified. The Department of Health and Environmental Control says its scientists have not found any specific link between food served at the El Mexicano restaurant and the bacteria that has sickened 10 people.
SC Drought
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ Heavy rains in the past week or so seem to be breaking the drought in South Carolina.
Election Commission: Shealy Will Not Be on Primary Ballot
The South Carolina Election Commission is telling the state Republican Party it can't put someone back on the June primary ballot without violating a state Supreme Court order.
Drill Sergeant Hands Over Control of School
The Army's first female commandant of its elite drill sergeant school is being forced to give up her job, but she says she's not giving up a fight for her reputation.
Suspect Arrested in 2011 Armed Robbery
Newberry County deputies have made an arrest in a 2011 armed robbery.
Donna Summer Dead at 63
The voice of Donna summer silenced Thursday.
$200,000 Lottery Ticket Sold in Sumter
You could be $200,000 richer and not even know it.
Columbia Among Most Well-Read Cities
If you've been reading a good book lately you're not alone in the capital city.
SC National Guard hosts job fair for military
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Army and Air National Guard is hosting a job fair for its members, all military veterans and their families.
SC senators give key approval to budget
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Senate has given key approval to its $6.6 billion spending plan for state taxes.
Fort Jackson to celebrate military retirees
FORT JACKSON, S.C. (AP) — The Army's largest training installation is setting several days aside to celebrate military retirees and help them get information about healthy living.
Wall Collapses
ABC Columbia News has learned a structure has fallen over along Bull street.
Student Loan Scam
The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs is asking people to be on the look out when it comes to paying their student loans. Officials say scammers are convincing former students they have a quick fix to eliminate their debt.
Mega Millions Winning Ticket Sold in Bishopville
You may be hoarding a winning Mega Millions ticket and not even know it.
