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U.S. Issues Worldwide Travel Alert
A series of terror attacks around the globe, including Paris, Egypt and Mali led the U.S. State Department to issue a “Worldwide Travel Alert” for all US citizens who may decide to travel abroad.
Nominations Being Accepted for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards
The City of Columbia is accepting nominations for the 2016 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards.
4 Crew Members Dead After Helicopter Crashes at Fort Hood
U.S. Army officials say four people have died in a helicopter crash at Fort Hood.
Suspect Stood Over Pregnant Pastor’s Wife After Shooting Her Court Documents Say
Two people have been charged in connection with the killing of an Indiana pastor's pregnant wife during a burglary, officials said, and court documents suggested chilling details of the crimes including one of the suspects allegedly watching the victim bleed after shooting her in the head
Television Network Agrees to Give Time to 4 Republican Candidates
NBC agreed Monday to give four Republican presidential candidates free time on affiliates in Iowa, New Hampshire and South Carolina after they complained Donald Trump unfairly benefited from appearing as "Saturday Night Live" host earlier this month.
Russian Fighter Plane Shot Down near Syria
A Russian fighter plane has been shot down in Syria close to the border with Turkey
Records show Department of Social Services adds managers
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Department of Social Services has added several executive positions as the agency has been ordered to hire more caseworkers to help abused children.
Columbia officer killed in wreck not wearing seatbelt
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Investigators say the Columbia police officer killed in a wreck last month while responding to a shooting call near a downtown restaurant was not wearing her seatbelt.
Honor the Dream Food Drive Accepting Donations
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive benefiting Harvest Hope Food Bank is underway.
West Columbia Residents Buzzing About Proposed Beekeeping Ordinance
A proposed ordinance in the City of West Columbia could place restrictions on beekeepers.
Camden HS Senior Dies Following Accident
A Camden High School football player has died from injuries he suffered in an accident back on November 10th.
Surveillance Image Released Following Queen St. Shooting
Columbia police have released surveillance images from the night Richard Gilmore was shot and killed on Queen Street.
Parts of South Carolina expected to face frigid temperatures
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Parts of South Carolina are expected to face frigid temperatures going into Monday.
Chief Holbrook: Officer Case, USC PD Officer Not Wearing Seatbelts
Chief Skip Holbrook announced preliminary findings on the fatal accident involving a Columbia police officer Stacy Case.
South Carolina awarded federal grant for charter schools
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina has won a federal grant to open and expand public charter schools that could total $30 million over five years.
Write “Notes of Appreciation” To Show Gratitude To First-Responders
Mayor Steve Benjamin and Columbia City Council proclaimed November as Gratitude Month on Monday at City Hall.
Will Rivals Benefit from Chipotle E. Coli Scare?
Chipotle's stock rebounded Monday morning, following a 12% plunge Friday due to new fears about an E. coli outbreak that may have originated in its restaurants.
2 US Pilots Die in Army Apache Helicopter Crash in South Korea
Two U.S. Army helicopter pilots died today after their AH-64 Apache helicopter crashed during a routine training mission in South Korea.
Emanuel AME Choir Among Performers During Annual Governor's Carolighting
Governor Nikki Haley, First Gentleman Michael Haley and the First Family will kick off the holiday season at the 49th Annual Governor’s Carolighting, held on the north steps of the South Carolina Statehouse, on Monday, November 30.
