3 avoid jail in investigation that brought down sheriff
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) — Three men involved in schemes in Lexington County have pleaded guilty to state charges and have been placed on probation.
News
Coroner identifies man killed in traffic accident on Monticello Rd
Richland County Coroner Gary Watts has released the name of the victim that died as a result of a traffic accident on Monticello Road on Thursday.
University of South Carolina hosts Brad Paisley concert
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The University of South Carolina's alumni association is hosting a concert by Brad Paisley as part of its homecoming celebrations.
Jury deliberating whether bar culpable for fatal DUI crash
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Richland County jury hasn't made a decision on whether to make the former owner of a sports bar pay damages to the family of a South Carolina girl killed by a drunken driver who spent hours at the Columbia bar.
Suspect in custody after 6 hour standoff in Kershaw Co.
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office says the man who barricaded himself inside an East Camden home is in custody after a six hour standoff.
Recall: GoGo squeeZ recalling products with mold
GoGo Squeez is recalling some of its products after the company found mold during the production process.
Peppier handicapped symbol gets support, but problems remain
A street art campaign replacing the ubiquitous handicapped symbol with a modernized, action-oriented logo is catching on with officials across the country.
Palmetto Goodwill donates $36,000 to Mother Emanuel Hope Fund
Palmetto Goodwill donated more than $36,000 to the Mother Emanuel Hope Fund on Thursday to benefit the victims of the June 17 Emanuel AME Church shooting and their families.
Sanitary sewer overflow notification issued for residents near Forest Dr
Customers near the 5000 Forest Drive are being alerted of an overflow of Sanitary Sewer near the intersection of Greg Parkway and Forest Drive in Richland County.
Red Cross Continues Efforts in SC
As recovery efforts continue across the Palmetto State, the American Red Cross is still lending a hand to some of the most devastated areas.
Lexington kennel houses flood-displaced dogs
One Lexington kennel has devoted itself to taking in dogs separated from their owners in the wake of devastating flooding in the Midlands.
Man accused of killing officer faces 5 additional charges
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A 34-year-old man accused of fatally shooting a police officer at a South Carolina shopping mall faces five additional charges.
Gov. Haley extends state of emergency declaration
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley has signed an order extending the state of emergency in South Carolina for 15 days so the National Guard can continue helping with clean-up efforts.
Water distribution sites closing
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Richland County will begin closing some of its water distribution sites.
Bridges around SC quickly coming back online
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — With flood waters largely receding around South Carolina, the reopening of state bridges is picking up speed.
Columbia holding open house on flood repair permitting
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The City of Columbia is holding a second open house to answer questions about the permitting process for flood repair and rebuilding.
Sumter told hold governor's 1st flood assistance event
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina is sending teams of officials to flooded areas to help people find relief and assistance.
Make up day scheduled for some area schools
If you’re wondering when the make up days for the flooding will be, we’ve made phone calls and checked the websites and calendars for the area school systems to find out what we can.
Arrest made in fatal shooting on Percival Road
An arrest has been made in connection with the fatal shooting death of a 21-year-old man on Percival Road.
Kia recalls over 419,000 SUVs to fix shift lever problem
Kia will recall more than 419,000 SUVs in the U.S. and Canada because the transmission can be shifted out of park when the driver's foot isn't on the brake, a violation of safety laws.
