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Water main break near Caughman Road

City of Columbia crews are responding to a 16" water main break on Garners Ferry Road near Caughman's Pond.

Fort Jackson: 4 dams on post broke or damaged during storm

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Officials are confirming that at least four dams on Fort Jackson either broke or were damaged during last month's epic flooding that swamped Columbia, including neighborhoods near the Army training base.

Columbia Police Department officer killed in car accident

A Columbia Police officer is dead after her car collided with a U.S.C. law enforcement vehicle.

"Stop the Violence" hearses parade through Columbia

A procession of hearses paraded through downtown Columbia Sunday afternoon, as part of a "Stop the Violence" rally.

Suspect arrested in pizza delivery robbery

The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Department says they've arrested the suspect in an October 28 armed robbery involving a pizza delivery person.

Columbia police officer dies in crash with 2nd officer

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A Columbia police officer is dead after her patrol car collided with a second law officer's vehicle.

Federal aid to repair roads won't improve highway system

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — An influx of federal money to repair hundreds of roads and bridges damaged by last month's historic flooding will do little to improve South Carolina's dilapidated highway system.

Church members file lawsuit seeking financial records

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Members of a Columbia church have filed a lawsuit to gain access to financial records and determine how it was saddled with multiple mortgages and large tax liens during a former pastor's tenure.

Sanders sticking around to campaign in S. Carolina

ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) — A day after facing off with other contenders for the Democratic presidential nomination, Bernie Sanders is hitting the South Carolina campaign trail.

South Carolina Equality hosting evening with Hillary Clinton

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Leaders of South Carolina's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community are hosting an event in Columbia with Hillary Clinton.

Late fumble preserves Vols' 27-24 win over South Carolina

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Jalen Reeves-Maybin recovered a fumble deep in Tennessee territory with 32 seconds remaining Saturday to preserve the Volunteers' 27-24 triumph over South Carolina.

S Carolina National Guard's storm-response costs total $40M

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's top military officer says the state National Guard and its Emergency Management Division have spent about $40 million responding to last month's catastrophic storm.

US Sen. Graham speaks to Columbia Chamber of Commerce

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham is spending some time in Columbia this week.

Furman receives $22M from Duke Endowment

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Furman University has received $22 million from The Duke Endowment to continue providing full-tuition scholarships to exceptional students.

Combating Crime by Clearing Bars in Orangeburg County

A new ordinance could force Orangeburg County bars to close at 2 a.m.

Mosquito Problem Persists in SC After Floods

After historic floods hit the midlands in early October, signs of increased mosquito activity started to appear in several counties.

Orangeburg Co. coroner identifies man killed Thursday night

The Orangeburg County Coroner’s Office has identified the individual killed Thursday at an apartment complex.

Ben Carson campaign now says he 'Did Not Seek Admission' to West Point

Ben Carson did not apply and was not admitted to West Point Military Academy, despite writing in his book "Gifted Hands" that he had gotten a full scholarship offer from the school, his presidential campaign told ABC News.