US marshals capture man accused in $1B Ponzi scheme
A California man is arrested over accusations that he and his partners ran a $1 billion Ponzi scheme that targeted people receiving pensions.
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Overnight fire contained at Matheson Tri-Gas facility in Gaston
Lexington County fire officials say an overnight fire at a gas facility on Frontage Road in Gaston is contained.
US soldier from South Carolina arrested on charge of sharing bomb instructions
Federal authorities said Monday they arrested an Army soldier accused of talking with an FBI informant of a possible U.S. bomb attack.
DNC raises polling, donor threshold for 2020 presidential primary
(CNN) --- The Democratic National Committee is raising the polling and donor thresholds for qualifying for the party's 20-20 presidential primary debates. Starting in the November debate, candidates will have to reach three percent…
City renames street Dr.Emily E. Clyburn Way
The City of Columbia has renamed a street in the Midlands in memory of Dr.Emily Clyburn.
DNA links dead man with no criminal record to 1987 killing
Authorities say DNA evidence linked a man who died 11 years ago to a rape and killing in South Carolina in 1987.
8 former SCDC employees plead guilty to accepting bribes, smuggling contraband
Eight former South Carolina Department of Corrections employees pled guilty in federal court to offenses of accepting brides to smuggle in contraband into SCDC facilities.
No increase in measles cases in the US for second week
For the second straight week the number of measles cases here in the US remains the same.
Students, rideshare drivers want a clearer Five Points pick-up zone
It’s been three months since the Samantha Josephson Ridesharing Safety Act went in the books here in South Carolina.
State investigating police chief accused of exposing himself
The police chief of a coastal town in South Carolina has been named in an indecent exposure investigation.
GM expanding SUV recall due to faulty suspension
General Motors says an earlier recall of its Chevrolet Trax SUV will be expanded.
Suspect arrested in connection to SC State University shooting
Police say a man has been arrested in connection to the shooting on S.C. State University campus on the morning of Friday, Sept 20.
Convicted Chapin arsonist charged with setting two fires in Lexington
A Chapin woman is accused of intentionally setting two fires on the same road last week, according to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.
"Saying Grace" Hunger project aims to feed 100,000 in the Columbia community
If you're looking for a way to impact your community, here's a suggestion- start by saying grace.
Four arrested in connection to a homicide in Kershaw County
Kershaw County deputies say they have arrested four people in connection to a homicide last week, where a body was found.
Leading Democrats gather for funeral of SC's Emily Clyburn
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Leading congressional Democrats and some of the party's presidential contenders are gathering for the funeral of Emily Clyburn, wife of House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn of South Carolina. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Georgia Congressman…
Army recruit dies before training exercise in South Carolina
FORT JACKSON, S.C. (AP) - An 18-year-old Army recruit at Fort Jackson in South Carolina has died before a training exercise. Fort Jackson spokesman Patrick Jones said in a statement that the recruit died Friday while preparing for outdoor physical…
USC releases statement in response to headline in The State
The headline posted in the Sunday paper caused outrage on social media and prompted an official response from the University of South Carolina.
Workers prepare to widen Interstate 26 west of Columbia
CHAPIN, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina transportation officials say there may be lane closures on Interstate 26 west of Columbia as workers prepare to widen the highway. The Department of Transportation says it will widen 16 miles (26 kilometers) of…
Coroner identifies victim in Lake Murray boating incident
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)-The person who died after a boating incident on Lake Murray has been identified. Richland County Coroner Gary Watts said Stanley Virgil Kiser,68, was the driver of a pontoon boat that was struck by another boat. Kiser…
