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.
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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.
Columbia cabbie shot; drives self to hospital
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Columbia cab driver has been shot during a robbery, and police are trying to determine if the crime is related to two other recent taxi robberies at gunpoint.
Man wanted in 2010 SC shooting death arrested
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — Investigators say a man wanted in the death of a bystander hit with a bullet during a shootout at an Orangeburg gas station last year has been found hiding in a closet.
2 charged in Lake Murray wine bottle beating death
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — Authorities say two people have been charged with murder in the death of a man in his home near Lake Murray last month.
Tuition rises, but not as fast, at SC universities
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Students paying for college at South Carolina's 12 traditional four-year schools are facing lower tuition increases.
SC State says transportation center will be built
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Officials at South Carolina State University are adamant that they will find a way to complete the school's planned transportation center, despite an audit that state legislators say raises serious doubts about it.
Columbia holds parade to honor USC baseball title
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Fans of South Carolina's baseball team ignored 95-degree heat to turn out for a parade to celebrate a second consecutive NCAA baseball championship.
Columbia holding July Fourth celebration early
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The city of Columbia is getting a jumpstart on the July Fourth holiday with a weekend family friendly celebration.
Welcoming the 4th in big and bright fashion
Fort Jackson put on a big and bright fireworks show Friday night in celebration of the Fourth of July weekend.
From South Carolina To Nebraska And Back, Fans Support Gamecocks
The past two weeks have been quite a journey for the Gamecocks baseball team, but they didn't get there without the support of their fans.
Baseball Team Honored At Statehouse
Friday, South Carolina Head Baseball coach, Ray Tanner, along with the USC baseball team, stood on the steps of the Statehouse to thank thousands of Gamecock fans for all of their support.
Coach Tanner on Fans: 'Greatest in Country'
Die-hard Gamecocks fans showed up in huge numbers to support the World Series Championship USC Baseball Team.
Did you miss the parade?
If you missed watching the parade, you can watch it here. Click here for video.
SC Marine unit gets new commanding officer
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION BEAUFORT, S.C. (AP) — A Marine Corps combat veteran of the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan is taking over as the new commanding officer at the headquarters of the Beaufort Air Station.
SC's Fort Jackson sets fireworks display July 1
FORT JACKSON, S.C. (AP) — The Army is opening Fort Jackson to the public for an evening fireworks display, cannon salute and band concert.
SC's Fort Jackson reopens renovated Army museum
FORT JACKSON, S.C. (AP) — After a two-year renovation, South Carolina's Fort Jackson is reopening its museum with new, interactive computer displays that allow visitors to experience soldiers' combat training.
SC woman drowns in Lake Murray
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) — A Batesburg-Leesville woman has drowned in Lake Murray.
