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SCHP Hiring More Than 50 New Troopers

[gtxvideo vid='gDBrhSCx' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/gDBrhSCx.jpg' vtitle='TROOPER SHORTAGE'] South Carolina Highway Patrol said they’re looking to fill 55 empty slots. Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- "Such a tough task these days," Lt. Kelley Hughes said. The Highway Patrol has taken to social media and recruitment…

Woman Accused of Stealing from Michelin

GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ Federal prosecutors say a Texas woman has admitted stealing $1.4 million from Michelin in an attempt to keep the tire testing company she worked for in business. Theresa Santos pleaded guilty Monday in South Carolina to…

USC Employee Indicted on Allegations of Corruption

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Prosecutors say a project manager at the University of South Carolina funneled $420,000 worth of grant money to himself over seven years. The state grand jury indicted 48-year-old Blake Langland on five counts relating to public…

Governor Henry McMaster Reacts to Healthcare Repeal Latest

[gtxvideo vid='V93GUaOt' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/V93GUaOt.jpg' vtitle='Governor Henry McMaster Reacts to Healthcare Repeal'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) (ABC NEWS)-- Governor Henry McMaster responded Tuesday to the latest healthcare bill repeal issues. Three Republican senators have come out against Mitch McConnell's plan to repeal Obamacare,…

Governor Signs Offender Supervision Specialist Bill

[gtxvideo vid='DWjBjlJc' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/DWjBjlJc.jpg' vtitle='Governor Signs Offender Supervision Specialist Bill'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- With the stroke of a pen Governor Henry McMaster signed a new bill into law Tuesday. The Offender Supervision Act is aimed at helping keep a closer eye…

Newly Renovated Owens Field Park Ready for Play

[gtxvideo vid='Q0quwurA' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Q0quwurA.jpg' vtitle='Newly Renovated Owens Field Park Ready for Play'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It's time to play! The newly renovated Owens Field Park is now open. ABC Columbia News was on hand for The City of Columbia Parks and…

Richland Library Delegation Receives National Honor in DC

[gtxvideo vid='GSAxTj0n' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/GSAxTj0n.jpg' vtitle='Richland Library Delegation in DC to receive Honor'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) The Richland Library has accepted the 2017 National Medal. The library delegation was in Washington, D.C. Monday to receive the honor. Melanie Huggins, Richland Library Executive…

SC Troopers Kick off Safety Campaign

[gtxvideo vid='n2Kx8tc3' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/n2Kx8tc3.jpg' vtitle='SC Troopers Kick off Safety Campaign'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Slow down, that's the message from South Carolina Troopers as they launch a new safety campaign. 'Operations Southern Shield' kicked off Monday at the State House. According to…

Midlands Girl Is Law Enforcement's Biggest Fan

[gtxvideo vid='KlhJsfte' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/KlhJsfte.jpg' vtitle='SUPER TROOPER'] As Abby flips through her First Responders Autograph book, she points to pictures with some of her favorite officers. “That was my old vest,” Abby said pointing to a photo of her greeting Deputy Chris…

Consumer Recall: Sabrett Hot Dogs

[gtxvideo vid='trjHMZz8' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/trjHMZz8.jpg' vtitle='Consumer Recall: Sabrett Hot Dogs'] (CNN)--A consumer recall for those of you planning a picnic or cookout. Millions of pounds of Sabrett hot dogs and sausages -- as well as similar foods sold under other popular brand…

West Columbia Water Service Disruption in Certain Areas

WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO_)-- Residents in parts of West Columbia should expert water service disruption Monday and Tuesday due to the installation of new water lines. According to City officials, the new water lines on Rainbow Drive will require a…

New ABC News Poll: Trump Approval Rating

[gtxvideo vid='u6TG1JrC' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/u6TG1JrC.jpg' vtitle='New ABC News Poll: Trump Approval Rating'] ABC NEWS--Americans give President Donald Trump the lowest six-month approval rating of any president in polls dating back 70 years, punctuated by questions about his competence on the world stage, his effectiveness, the GOP health care…

9 members of family killed in Arizona flash flood

A search-and-rescue operation will resume this morning after nine people from a single family, including several children, died and others went missing in a flash flood incident along the Verde River in Arizona on Saturday, according to the Gila County Sheriff’s office.

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