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.
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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…
Second Suspect Arrested in String of Burglaries, Police Say
A second suspect sought in a string of burglaries has been arrested officials say.
Boy Shot at Townville Elementary School to Have Superhero Funeral
The family of a 6-year-old boy shot at a South Carolina elementary school says a superhero funeral is planned for Jacob Hall, a week after he was shot along with a classmate and a teacher as his first-grade class left for recess.
Lexington Police: Missing Woman Found
Lexington police say 33-year-old Amanda Worthy, who was reported missing earlier today has been found.
Officials: No Survivors Found After Plane Crashes in Alaska
Authorities say rescuers did not find any survivors after a small plane carrying three people crashed in a remote area of western Alaska.
Police Say 4-Year-Old Milwaukee Boy Accidentally Shot Himself to Death
Milwaukee police say a 4-year-old boy who died from a gunshot wound last week accidentally shot himself.
The Race to the White House
Farmville, V.A. (WOLO) --- The road to the White House continues to heat up as the two Vice Presidential candidates come face to face for their first televised debate Tuesday. ABC Columbia is following the latest on the campaign trail.…
