Casey Anthony to be Free Next Wednesday
A University of South Carolina law professor weighs in on the aftermath of the Casey Anthony verdict.
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SC Election Commission beginning 2012 primary work
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina election officials are moving toward putting on the 2012 Republican presidential primary and hope to have plans completed by October.
USC names 1st holder of childhood literacy chair
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — An African-American English professor specializing in children's literature and community literacy has been named the first holder of a chair honoring librarian and literacy pioneer Augusta Baker.
Infant Mortality Rate Decreases
The infant mortality rate for South Carolina fell for the fourth straight year in 2009. Yet, complications with babies born too soon or prematurely is still one of the leading causes of infant mortality.
Local Lawyers Differ on Anthony Trial
Two Midlands defense attorneys, both of whom have had their fair share of murder trials, sound off on the not guilty verdict in in the Casey Anthony trial.
Wildfires Extend Well Beyond Traditional "Fire Season" In SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)--Already doubling the number of acres burned from all of 2010, this year has give forestry officials fits--not because of the severity of the fires, but the sheer consistency of them.
Infant Mortality Down in SC
South Carolina's rate of infant deaths has dropped for the fourth year in a row.
2-year-old SC girl safe after vehicle stolen
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A 2-year-old Spartanburg girl has been found safe after the vehicle she was in was taken from a home in rural Richland County.
ABC Columbia, Harvest Hope Thank You
ABC Columbia, WOLO-TV, would like to thank you, our viewers, for helping to make our first food drive for the Harvest Hope Food Bank a success.
Even Local Sports Bars Tune Into Casey Anthony Verdict
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)--It may not be O.J., but it is big enough to turn this sports-crazed city into a news watching bar town.
Children Break Ground On Memorial
The 9/11 First Responders Memorial to be placed at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center became one step closer to reality on Tuesday morning.
Casey Anthony: Not Guilty of Murder
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- Casey Anthony acquitted of murder in death of her 2-year-old daughter Caylee. Casey Anthony found guilty of lying to investigators.
Miss SC lost 110 pounds before winning pageant
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Miss South Carolina is telling people a pretty big secret. She lost 110 pounds before taking the beauty pageant crown.
350-acre wildfire still burns in Horry County
CONWAY, S.C. (AP) — A wildfire that started over the holiday weekend continues to burn in Horry County.
Rep Clyburn hosting media round table in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — U.S. Rep. James Clyburn is meeting with reporters in his South Carolina district.
New SC budget adds school cash, raises concerns
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Educators say South Carolina's new budget adds money to classrooms and school buses and could ease problems in school schools around the state.
Increased Patrols On Land And Water For Holiday
As of Monday, three people have died over the July 4th weekend, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol. But, officials are working hard on both land and water to prevent any more fatalities.
Happy 4th of July
Happy Fourth of July from ABC Columbia.
Fireworks Safety
It is very important to be safe out there if you're planning your own fireworks show.
New Information in Quadruple Murder
Wagener police officer Michael Rushton wasn't just chasing the suspect in four killings. He was also chasing a friend.
House Fire in Lexington Co.
Lexington County firefighters are working to determine what started a fire at a home Monday morning.
Fourth of July Events
There are several events for you to chose from if you want to see some fireworks Monday evening.
Carowinds Inspection Shows Difference in N.C./S.C. Standards
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) _ North Carolina inspectors responsible for checking rides at Carowinds kept records on every problem they discovered during their annual inspections at the amusement park that straddles both Carolinas near Charlotte, N.C.
Man Kills 4, Then Himself, As Police Chase
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say a man suspected of killing four people in Aiken County took his own life after officers chased him in a car belonging to one of the victims.
Sumter Coroner Sued Over Autopsy Report
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) _ The Sumter County coroner says he can't release an autopsy report to a newspaper because he is a health care provider and it would violate medical privacy laws.
