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Watch: Flood Recovery Continues, Nine Months Later

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- During a Thursday news conference, Governor Nikki Haley broke down October's flood by the numbers. She told reporters, "We lost 19 people. We had 36 dam failures. 137 million in damage to state owned roads. 741…

Watch: CCU Flag Atop SC State House Dome

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina's Governor is celebrating the Coastal Carolina University National Championship win, by placing the CCU Flag atop the State House Dome. Thursday Governor Nikki Haley was on hand to cheer and honor the CCU National Championship…

Calhoun County Coroner Charged In Gun-Pointing Incident

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - State agents say they have arrested the Calhoun County coroner after he used his badge and gun to intimidate boaters racing on the Congaree River last year. The State Law Enforcement Division said 61-year-old Donnie Porth…

Judge Considers Nuclear Fuel Dispute Between SC, Energy Dept.

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A judge is considering whether South Carolina's lawsuit against the federal government over an unfinished project to turn old plutonium into commercial nuclear reactor fuel should be dismissed. South Carolina is suing the U.S. Department of…

Authorities Find Missing Fairfield County man safe

FAIRFIELD COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - UPDATE : Authorities with the Fairfield County's Sheriff's Office say they have found a missing 84-year-old man, safe. Ervin Belk suffers from dementia and was last seen leaving on…

Watch: Drowning Dangers

Columbia,S.C., (WOLO) --- It's summertime and that means many of you are thinking about hitting the pool to beat the heat. Before you do, make sure you heed some warnings to make sure you and your little ones stay safe…

AAA Carolinas Launching Campaign Against Distracted Driving

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - With the summer driving season here and the Fourth of July weekend approaching, AAA Carolinas is urging motorists to avoid distracted driving. The motor club based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is launching a new safety campaign…

Officials give nationalities of Istanbul airport bombers

ANKARA, Turkey (AP) _ A senior Turkish official says the three suicide attackers who carried out the deadly attack on Istanbul's main airport were nationals of Russia, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. Tuesday's gunfire and suicide bombing attack at Ataturk Airport killed…

London ex-mayor says no to being PM

LONDON (AP) _ A surprise in Britain. Former London Mayor Boris Johnson now says he's not interested in becoming prime minister, replacing David Cameron. Cameron announced his resignation last week, after British voters decided to leave the European Union. Johnson…

RCSD Honors Fallen Deputy

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The highlight for many on the Fourth of July comes when the sun sets and fireworks light up the sky, but some early risers are using the day as a way to honor those who serve…

Jazzing Up the Charleston Market For Awards Ceremony

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - Vendors who sell handmade products in Charleston are getting a night in the spotlight. The city is holding the fourth annual Handmade in Charleston Awards on Thursday to honor market vendors whose products are handmade in…

Richland Co. Wins Penny Tax Lawsuit

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Richland County is getting its penny tax revenue back. Wednesday Judge Thomas Cooper notified the Department of Revenue it was required to release the funds. The announcement is the result of a lawsuit filed by the county after…

South Carolina State University Names New President

ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WOLO) - Following a meeting of the South Carolina State University Board of Trustees Wednesday, James E. Clark has been named the school's next president. The announcement was made by Board Chair Charles S. Way Jr., Clark will serve…

Court-Ordered Response To Education Efforts Includes 4 Laws

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The Legislature's court-ordered report on fixing South Carolina's education system points to budget increases and four new laws passed this year, including one asking college students what would entice them to teach in poor districts. The…

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