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Gov. Haley: We must Reverse Cuts to Nation's Military Forces
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley has told a group of senior military officers cuts to the nation's military have gone too far and she wants to work to reverse them. The Republican governor made the comments Wednesday during…
Heisman Trophy Finalists: Henry, Watson, McCaffrey
NEW YORK (AP) - Alabama's Derrick Henry and Stanford's Christian McCaffrey are hoping to return to the Heisman Trophy to the running backs. Clemson's Deshaun Watson can keep it with the QBs. The two star running backs with very different…
Museum Director Says $5M Cost of Flag Display Will Come Down
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The director of South Carolina's military museum says displaying the Confederate flag removed from Statehouse grounds will cost less than the $5.3 million price tag presented last week. William Roberson said Tuesday the figures given by…
SC State Chairman: Budget is Better, More Help Needed
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina State University Board Chairman Charles Way says the university is making progress in improving its financial situation, but still needs plenty of help. Way told a legislative bond committee Tuesday that the university currently…
Burglary Suspect Hiding in Florida Lake Killed by 11-foot Alligator
PALM BAY, Fla. (AP) - Authorities say a man who may have hidden as officers investigated reports of two suspicious men in a Florida community targeted by recent burglaries was killed by an 11-foot alligator. Brevard County Sheriff's Maj. Tod…
Michael Slager Seeks Bond Again After Hearing State's Trial Timeline
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) -- Attorneys for former North Charleston police officer Michael Slager have requested another bond hearing after prosecutors said last week that they don't want his trial to start until November. The newest filing recaps Friday's status hearing,…
Attempted Murder Charge Pending in Officer-Involved Shooting
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott said the suspect who allegedly shot at deputies during an officer-involved shooting on Saturday will face charges. Sheriff Lott announced the pending arrest of 59-year-old Roger Hale. Hale will be charged…
Welcome to America: New Photo Shows San Bernardino Terror Couple Entering US
(ABC News) -- Federal officials around the world today are urgently trying to track the backgrounds and contacts of the newly-married parents of a baby girl who killed 14 people in California last week in a suspected ISIS-inspired attack, as…
More Than a Year After a Near Fatal Accident, Tracy Morgan Receives Key to the City
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Comedian Tracy Morgan was presented the key to the City of Columbia after his performance at the Comedy House Thursday night. The Emmy nominated television and film star, known for his quick wit, was speechless as…
Horry Police Investigate Remains Found in Closet at Home
LITTLE RIVER, S.C. (AP) -- Horry County police are investigating the death of a woman whose remains were found in a closet at an apartment in Little River. Lt. Raul Denis said officers were called around 10:30 a.m. Tuesday by…
Police Make Arrest in 37-Year-Old Walterboro Murder
WALTERBORO, S.C. (WCIV) -- After almost four decades, Walterboro police have made an arrest in a murder case that's been cold since 1978. The suspect, 59-year-old James Willie Butterfield, was charged on Tuesday with murder, criminal sexual…
RCSD Deputies: Man wanted for attempted murder
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are looking for a man wanted for attempted murder. Sheriff Leon Lott said 25-year-old Leroy Beaton II and the victim were involved in a verbal altercation that became physical.…
LSU band to learn USC alma mater and fight song for Saturday’s game
The Louisiana State University marching band will learn the University of South Carolina’s fight song and alma mater.
Clifton man gets life sentence in wife's shooting death
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) — A Clifton man has been sentenced to life in prison for shooting his wife to death a day after her birthday.
Infant Left at Palmetto Health-Richland
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Richland County Department of Social Services (DSS) officials report that an infant was brought to Palmetto Health-Richland on November 26 and placed under the protection of Safe Haven staff. Upon the information and belief of the…
Democrat calls for increased security at 3 abortion clinics
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Democratic state representative is asking GOP Gov. Nikki Haley to increase security at the three clinics in South Carolina that provide abortions following last week's deadly shootings at a Planned Parenthood in Colorado.
14 Republicans to be on SC's presidential primary ballot
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The South Carolina Republican Party says it has certified 14 candidates to be on the ballot for the party's presidential primary on Feb. 20.
Sheriff: Man clocked over 110 mph twice in 5 months on I-20
CAMDEN, S.C. (AP) — Kershaw County deputies say a man was clocked going 115 mph while driving under the influence on Interstate 20 less than six months after he was arrested and charged with DUI while driving 114 mph on the same road.
Deadline to apply for flood aid in South Carolina extended
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina residents who suffered damage in October's massive floods will have an extra month to request federal help.
