Haley: $64M Needed to Cover State's Matthew Damage
South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley plans to seek about $64 million in next year's budget to cover damage to the state from Hurricane Matthew not covered by federal emergency aid.
News
Restoring Hope for Flood Victims This Holiday Season
[gtxvideo vid='Z40rJhhc' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Z40rJhhc.jpg' vtitle='Restoring Hope for Flood Victims This Holiday Season'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - United Way of the Midlands, which launched its "Restoring Hope" initiative in October, is continuing its push to get flood victims back in their homes…
Donald Trump to Tout a Deal Before "Thank You Tour"
[gtxvideo vid='rq5V45R1' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/rq5V45R1.jpg' vtitle='Donald Trump Heads to Indiana to Tout a Deal'] WASHINGTON (AP) _President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect Mike Pence travel to Indiana today to tout a deal made with the company Carrier to keep hundreds of…
Holiday Box Office Spending
NEW YORK (AP) _ Disney's South Pacific animated tale ``Moana'' fell short of a ``Frozen''-sized debut but nevertheless dominated the Thanksgiving box office with an estimated $81.1 million over the five-day weekend. The well-reviewed ``Moana,'' about a princess's mythical journey…
SC State Athletics Director Resigns
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (SCSU) – SC State University Athletic Director Paul Bryant, who has held the position for three years, resigned from his post, effective Dec. 15. Bryant will head to Grambling State University as the institution’s next athletic director. “I…
Trump Announces Picks for Commerce, Treasury Secretaries
President-elect Donald Trump has officially announced his picks to head up the Treasury and Commerce Departments.
Nancy Pelosi Re-Elected as House Minority Leader
House Democrats will vote on several leadership positions this morning for the upcoming Congress, as the party licks its wounds and sets its sights on the future after a disappointing November election.
Closing Arguments Set for Michael Slager Trial
After hearing from 55 witnesses over a month, a South Carolina jury is set to hear closing arguments in the Michael Slager murder trial.
Feed an Officer Campaign Kicks Off
[gtxvideo vid='JO6rWD3v' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/JO6rWD3v.jpg' vtitle='Feed an Officer Campaign Kicks Off'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Heroes in Blue's "Feed an Officer" campaign runs through December 11. Visit a participating restaurants and simply, donate. All donations will be delivered to local departments in Richland…
Governor's Carolighting Announces Performers
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Ready to ring in the season? The State Christmas Tree will be lit Thursday, December 1. And organizers have announced performers for The 50th Annual Governor’s Carolighting. Carolighting Children’s Choir Dreher High School Choir Dr. Marlena Smalls…
Black Friday Shopping : By the Numbers
NEW YORK (AP) _ Thanksgiving weekend shoppers picked up hot toys, TVs and new Apple products, buying both online and in stores, but spent less per person because of rampant discounting that they've come to demand. All the receipts aren't…
Richland Co. Rec. Commissioner Resigns
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) -- Another member of the Richland County Recreation Commission's Board of Directors is stepping down. Tuesday George Martin submitted a resignation letter to the governor's office. In the letter…
A Profile : Who’s Who in the Trump Cabinet
[gtxvideo vid='s9dFzh2q' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/s9dFzh2q.jpg' vtitle='A Profile : Who's Who in the Trump Cabinet '] CNN--President Elect Donald Trump hosts more meetings this week as he continues to put together the administration. Fredricka Whitfield takes a look at Who's Who in the…
Kennerly Rd. Penny Project Complete
[gtxvideo vid='6NX4Tli9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/6NX4Tli9.jpg' vtitle='Kennerly Rd. Penny Project Complete'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Good news for drivers in Irmo, the new Traffic Circle off Kennerly Road is now open. The construction on the round-about took several months, as part of the Richland…
Update: Ohio State Univ. Student Stabs People on Campus
ABC News--An Ohio State University student was shot dead by police after he plowed into pedestrians with a car and then stabbed multiple people with a butcher's knife at the OSU campus in Columbus this morning, officials said. The scene…
Trump Falsely Claims "Millions" Voted Illegally
Donald Trump claims "millions" of peole illegally voted for Hillary Clinton, costing him the popular vote.
Trump Win's Michigan's 16 Electoral Votes, State Board Says
President-elect Donald Trump has won Michigan's 16 electoral votes.
Kellyanne Conway Slams Mitt Romney: He Went 'Out of His Way' to Hurt Trump
President-elect Donald Trump's senior adviser Kellyanne Conway attacked former Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney, now a contender for secretary of state, warning him, "This is Trump's party now."
Dakota Access Pipeline Protests
The latest on the protests over the Dakota access oil pipeline. How long protestors will be able to stay put and when officials say they plan to start prosecuting .
Monday Morning Headlines
Find out what's happening in your Monday morning headlines and stay tuned for updates on ABC Columbia News at noon.
