Governor Orders Evacuations of Charleston and Beaufort Areas
Coastal evacuations are set to begin for the greater Charleston and Beaufort County areas Wednesday afternoon.
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Official Says Plane Evacuated After Smoke From Samsung Device
A fire official says smoke that caused a plane to be evacuated at Louisville International Airport was caused by a Samsung device.
Shelter to Open at White Knoll High School, List of Pet-Friendly Hotels
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO/PRESS RELEASE) - The County of Lexington announces that a shelter will open at White Knoll High School, which is the first of several shelters the County has designated, to support evacuees from…
Mourners Don Superhero Costumes to Funeral for 6-Year-Old Shot at SC Elementary School
A superhero-themed funeral was held this morning for the 6-year-old boy who was fatally shot at an elementary school in Townville, South Carolina.
Emergency Bulletin Regarding Propane Tanks and Service In Hurricane Areas
With the approach of Hurricane Matthew, residents along the South Carolina Coast and surrounding areas of the Low Country are under an evacuation order issued by Governor Haley on October 4.
Recognizing Our "Heroes in Blue"
The widow of Officer Greg Alia, Kassy Alia talks about Heroes in Blue, and the support from the community that's given her strength over the past year.
Schools Ban Clown Costumes Amid Investigation
A school district is banning clown costumes and any "symbols of terror" during this year's Halloween season as authorities investigate the authenticity of clown-related social media posts.
Survivors of Crash that Killed 4 Sue Church That Owned Bus
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Twelve football players and coaches who survived a North Carolina bus crash that killed four people last month are suing the church that owned the bus. The lawsuit filed Monday contends that Sandy River Baptist Church…
Experts: Brain Injury Could Explain Charlotte Shooting Victim's Acts
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - Friends say the man fatally shot by police in Charlotte, North Carolina last month was on medication for a traumatic brain injury that made him sluggish and forget what he was saying mid-conversation. Neurologists say they…
Red Cross Asking for Volunteers ahead of Hurricane Mathew
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The American Red Cross is in need of local volunteers to help in Columbia ahead of Hurricane Mathew, say officials. "We are preparing to help families across South Carolina who may be affected by Hurricane Matthew," said…
Holiday Sales Expected to Be up 3.6 Percent
Americans are expected to spend at a faster clip than last year for the critical holiday season, helped by an economy that should only continue to pick up, according to the nation's largest retail industry trade group.
Men Stop Drunk Oregon Woman From Driving With Baby: Official
Two men recently helped stop an "extremely intoxicated" woman from driving her car with a 1-year-old baby in the front passenger seat, according to the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office in Oregon.
$6,000 Worth of Property Stolen in Home Burglary, Police Say
Deputies need your help identifying a suspect who they say broke into a home in the 100 block of Tidewell Road and stole several items with a total value of $6,000.
The Latest on Hurricane Matthew
Governor Nikki Haley has declared a state of emergency in South Carolina.
5 Storylines to Watch During the VP Debate
Today marks a moment in the presidential campaign that is not squarely focused on the presidential hopefuls, but rather, on their running mates.
Man Clinging to Life After Fight at Ravens Game
A Maryland man is fighting for his life after an altercation on Sunday at an NFL game between the Baltimore Ravens and Oakland Raiders at M & T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.
Outrage Over Newly Released Video in NC Which Shows Police Harassing Man
Greensboro police officer Travis Cole and his partner have resigned after video is released showing misuse of force on a man locked out of the home he shares with his mother.
Sharapova's Doping Ban Cut From 2 Years to 15 Months
Maria Sharapova's doping ban was reduced from two years to 15 months on Tuesday, meaning the Russian tennis star can come back in April and return to Grand Slam play at the French Open.
Presidential candidate Hosts Midlands Rally
Green Party Presidential Candidate Stops at USC for Noon Rally.
Over 40 Percent of Americans Can't Name VP Candidates
(ABC News) - Ahead of the first and only vice presidential debate of the 2016 race, more than 40 percent of Americans cannot name the vice presidential nominee of either major party. ABC News together with our partners at SSRS…
