Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott will speak to the media at 3:30pm regarding Columbia councilman Cameron Runyan's proposal to consolidate the Columbia Police Department with the Richland County Sheriff's Department.More >>
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott will speak to the media at 3:30pm regarding Columbia councilman Cameron Runyan's proposal to consolidate the Columbia Police Department with the Richland County Sheriff's Department. More >>
Monday, March 10 2014 3:10 PM EDT2014-03-10 19:10:53 GMT
ATLANTA, GA (WIS) - The University of South Carolina women's basketball program is among four finalists for the third annual Russell Athletic "Together We R" Team Award, the Women's Basketball Coaches AssociationMore >>
The University of South Carolina women's basketball program is among four finalists for the third annual Russell Athletic "Together We R" Team Award, the Women's Basketball Coaches Association announced Monday.More >>
Monday, March 10 2014 1:09 PM EDT2014-03-10 17:09:03 GMT
Councilman Cameron Runyan said Monday morning he'd like to see Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott run a unified police service, which would fold the Columbia Police Department into the sheriff's department.More >>
Councilman Cameron Runyan said Monday morning he'd like to see Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott run a unified police service, which would fold the Columbia Police Department into the sheriff's department.More >>
Monday, March 10 2014 12:51 PM EDT2014-03-10 16:51:34 GMT
The parents of a 3-month-old baby are facing charges after their baby was found to have two broken legs. Greenville police said Lucius Lloyd II, 28, and Cheney Burton, 26, are charged with unlawful neglect. ArrestsMore >>
The parents of a 3-month-old baby are facing charges after their baby was found to have two broken legs. Greenville police said Lucius Lloyd II, 28, and Cheney Burton, 26, are charged with unlawful neglect.More >>
Monday, March 10 2014 12:02 PM EDT2014-03-10 16:02:22 GMT
Richland County Sheriff's deputies are asking the public for help locating two teenage girls who have been missing since January.Deputies say their cases are not related, but the families of the 15-year-oldsMore >>
Richland County Sheriff's deputies are asking the public for help locating two teenage girls who have been missing since January.More >>
Monday, March 10 2014 11:53 AM EDT2014-03-10 15:53:03 GMT
The Columbia Police Department is investigating a burglary at the home of senior assistant city manager Allison Baker.Police responded to the home on Cedar Top Lane in the Chestnut Hill Plantation in northwestMore >>
The Columbia Police Department is investigating a burglary at the home of senior assistant city manager Allison Baker.More >>
Monday, March 10 2014 11:33 AM EDT2014-03-10 15:33:32 GMT
Camden police are investigating a tax scam that cost a local woman more than $29,000.Police say the woman received phone calls Friday from a man who identified himself as Shawn Michael with the InternalMore >>
Camden police are investigating a tax scam that cost a local woman more than $29,000.More >>
Monday, March 10 2014 10:16 AM EDT2014-03-10 14:16:16 GMT
The only suspect in the disappearance of Mountain Brook teenager Natalee Holloway will eventually be facing charges in Alabama. It may take 20 plus years, but Peru's government says once Joran van derMore >>
The only suspect in the disappearance of Mountain Brook teenager Natalee Holloway will eventually be facing charges in Alabama.More >>
Monday, March 10 2014 10:02 AM EDT2014-03-10 14:02:13 GMT
COLUMBIA, SC (WIS) – The thirteenth annual B106.7 Children's Hospital Radiothon is in full swing, and donations to the annual fundraiser continue to help make miracles happen at Palmetto Health Children'sMore >>
The thirteenth annual B106.7 Children's Hospital Radiothon is in full swing, and donations to the annual fundraiser continue to help make miracles happen at Palmetto Health Children's Hospital.More >>
Sunday, March 9 2014 9:32 PM EDT2014-03-10 01:32:37 GMT
Three men were killed after a small airplane crash-landed in a Hartsville neighborhood Saturday. Authorities received the call that the plane had crashed around 7 p.m. between two houses about one mileMore >>
Three men were killed after a small airplane crash-landed in a Hartsville neighborhood Saturday. More >>
Sunday, March 9 2014 1:16 PM EDT2014-03-09 17:16:49 GMT
Devin Timmons (Source: Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center)
A Columbia mom was arrested Friday after leaving her 2-year-old daughter home alone. A man driving in the 2400 block of Atlas Road saw the girl wandering alone on the side of the road and took the childMore >>
A Columbia mom was arrested Friday after leaving her 2-year-old daughter home alone. A man driving in the 2400 block of Atlas Road saw the girl wandering alone on the side of the road and took the childMore >>
Sunday, March 9 2014 11:41 AM EDT2014-03-09 15:41:44 GMT
Boyd (Source: Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center)
A man was arrested in connection with a deadly shooting at a nightclub earlier this month. Tirrell Boyd, 24, was arrested Friday after a brief pursuit, authorities said. The Richland County Sheriff'sMore >>
A man was arrested in connection with a deadly shooting at a nightclub earlier this month. Tirrell Boyd, 24, was arrested Friday after a brief pursuit, authorities said. The Richland County Sheriff'sMore >>
A pregnant South Carolina woman pointed to the ocean, locked the doors and rolled up the windows, telling her three children she was "trying to take them to a better place" as she drove her minivan into the surf,...More >>
A pregnant South Carolina woman pointed to the ocean, locked the doors and rolled up the windows, telling her three children she was "trying to take them to a better place" as she drove her minivan into the surf,...More >>
Friday, March 7 2014 1:49 PM EST2014-03-07 18:49:49 GMT
A 43-year-old man charged with murder in connection with a fatal shootout at a North Charleston motorcycle shop last June has been cleared of criminal wrongdoing under the Stand Your Ground Act. A CharlestonMore >>
A 43-year-old man charged with murder in connection with a fatal shootout at a North Charleston motorcycle shop last June has been cleared of criminal wrongdoing under the Stand Your Ground Act.More >>
With just three weeks left to sign up under President Barack Obama health care law, a major survey tracking the rollout finds that the uninsured rate keeps going down.More >>
With just three weeks left to sign up under President Barack Obama's health care law, a major survey tracking the rollout finds that the uninsured rate keeps going down.More >>
Dozens of ships and aircraft have failed to find any piece of the missing Boeing 777 jet that vanished more than two days ago above waters south of Vietnam as investigators pursued "every angle" to explain its...More >>
Rescue helicopters and ships searching for a Malaysia Airlines jet rushed Monday to investigate a yellow object that looked like a life raft. It turned out to be moss-covered trash floating in the ocean, once again dashing...More >>
When you travel, airport security agents may pat you down, inspect your deodorant and scan your body from head to toe. But there's a good chance that no one's checking whether you're using someone's...More >>
When you travel, airport security agents may pat you down, inspect your deodorant and scan your body from head to toe. But there's a good chance that no one's checking whether you're using someone's lost or stolen passport.More >>
William "Wild Bill" Guarnere (gahr-NAYR), one of the World War II veterans whose exploits were dramatized in the TV miniseries "Band of Brothers," has died at the age of 90.More >>
William "Wild Bill" Guarnere, one of the World War II veterans whose exploits were dramatized in the TV miniseries "Band of Brothers," has died. He was 90.More >>
Afghanistan's influential Vice President Mohammad Qasim Fahim, a leading commander in the alliance that fought the Taliban who was later accused with other warlords of targeting civilian areas during the...More >>
Afghanistan's influential Vice President Mohammad Qasim Fahim, a leading commander in the alliance that fought the Taliban who was later accused with other warlords of targeting civilian areas during the country's...More >>
Sunday, March 9 2014 12:12 PM EDT2014-03-09 16:12:42 GMT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - Duke Energy's CEO says while the company and its shareholders will pay to clean up a coal ash spill in the Dan River, its customers likely will shoulder the costs of closing theMore >>
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - Duke Energy's CEO says while the company and its shareholders will pay to clean up a coal ash spill in the Dan River, its customers likely will shoulder the costs of closing theMore >>
Saturday, March 8 2014 2:14 PM EST2014-03-08 19:14:37 GMT
Hundreds of people hit the streets of downtown Columbia Saturday morning. The Run Hard Columbia Marathon challenged even the most seasoned runners. The event was hosted by the Run Hard Running Club,More >>
Hundreds of people hit the streets of downtown Columbia Saturday morning. More >>
Saturday, March 8 2014 1:55 PM EST2014-03-08 18:55:07 GMT
A California man is suing a Las Vegas casino, claiming he was too drunk to be held accountable for his losses. More >>
A California man is suing a Las Vegas casino, claiming he was too drunk to be held accountable for his losses. Mark Johnston says staffers gave him far too much to drink, taking advantage of him and his wallet, while he was intoxicated.More >>
Superintendent Mick Zais says South Carolina high school students who don't plan to go to college should be able to choose more practical courses than algebra II, English literature and other classes not...More >>
Superintendent Mick Zais says South Carolina high school students who don't plan to go to college should be able to choose more practical courses than algebra II, English literature and other classes not perceived as...More >>
Saturday, March 8 2014 11:52 AM EST2014-03-08 16:52:43 GMT
FLORENCE, SC (WMBF) - Florence Police say they have arrested a man wanted in the state of Maryland at the Up-Town Motel. He was taken into custody Friday night. WMBF News is working to get the detailsMore >>
Florence Police say they have arrested a man at a motel, located in Florence. He was wanted in the state of Maryland for a possible child abduction. More >>
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Monday, March 10 2014 12:57 PM EDT2014-03-10 16:57:27 GMT
Charlotte-based Chiquita has combined with Dublin-based Fyffes to become the world's top banana company. The stock-for-stock transaction announced Monday creates a global banana and fresh produce companyMore >>
Charlotte-based Chiquita has combined with Dublin-based Fyffes to become the world's top banana company.More >>
Sunday, March 9 2014 10:25 AM EDT2014-03-09 14:25:49 GMT
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina lawmakers are reviewing stronger protections for heirs' property - generally property handed down by blacks without a will, often since slavery. Such land often endsMore >>
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina lawmakers are reviewing stronger protections for heirs' property - generally property handed down by blacks without a will, often since slavery. Such land often endsMore >>
Friday, March 7 2014 8:20 AM EST2014-03-07 13:20:22 GMT
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) – One Myrtle Beach business owner who had a close encounter of the third kind is sharing his story with the world. Gary Travis sent a video to WMBF News back in 2011, of severalMore >>
One Myrtle Beach business owner who had a close encounter of the third kind is sharing his story with the world.More >>
Thursday, March 6 2014 6:37 PM EST2014-03-06 23:37:14 GMT
Officials with the Georgetown County Sheriff's Office say a missing 16-year-old has been found safe. GCSO authorities said Thursday afternoon that Nyala Keson Smith was found and is in the company ofMore >>
Officials with the Georgetown County Sheriff's Office say a missing 16-year-old has been found safe. GCSO authorities said Thursday afternoon that Nyala Keson Smith was found and is in the company of deputies. More >>
A very strong earthquake rattled the Northern California coast and was widely felt across the region, but authorities said early Monday that there were no reports of any injuries or damages.More >>
A very strong earthquake that struck offshore rattled the Northern California coast and was widely felt across the region, but authorities said early Monday that there were no reports of any injuries or damage.More >>
The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from a Pennsylvania school district that wants to prevent students from wearing "I (heart) Boobies!" bracelets to promote breast cancer awareness among young people.More >>
The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from a Pennsylvania school district that wants to prevent students from wearing "I (heart) Boobies!" bracelets to promote breast cancer awareness among young people.More >>
The father of Connecticut school shooter Adam Lanza says in his first public comments about the massacre that what his son did couldn't "get any more evil" and he wishes his son hadn't been born.More >>
In his first public comments about the 2012 Connecticut school massacre, the father of gunman Adam Lanza said what his son did couldn't "get any more evil" and he now wishes his son had never been born.More >>
Do you know these people? Click here to view the photos of the most wanted people in the Midlands. If you have any information about any of these people, call Crimestoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC.More >>
Do you know these people? Click here to view the photos of the most wanted people in the Midlands. If you have any information about any of these people, call Crimestoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC. More >>
Dozens of children are missing in South Carolina. Have you seen any of these faces? If so, the people at the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children would like to hear from you. Call 1-800-THE-LOST.More >>
Dozens of children are missing in South Carolina. Have you seen any of these faces? If so, the people at the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children would like to hear from you. Call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) if you have any information.More >>
DO YOU KNOW THESE MEN? Police say they're deadbeat dads and owe lots of money in child support. Information you provide to authorities could earn you a cash reward. Call 1-888-CRIME-SC. More >>
DO YOU KNOW THESE MEN? Police say they're deadbeat dads and owe lots of money in child support. Information you provide to authorities could earn you a cash reward. Call 1-888-CRIME-SC. More >>
Sunday, March 9 2014 1:16 PM EDT2014-03-09 17:16:49 GMT
Devin Timmons (Source: Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center)
A Columbia mom was arrested Friday after leaving her 2-year-old daughter home alone. A man driving in the 2400 block of Atlas Road saw the girl wandering alone on the side of the road and took the childMore >>
A Columbia mom was arrested Friday after leaving her 2-year-old daughter home alone. A man driving in the 2400 block of Atlas Road saw the girl wandering alone on the side of the road and took the childMore >>
Sunday, March 9 2014 11:41 AM EDT2014-03-09 15:41:44 GMT
Boyd (Source: Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center)
A man was arrested in connection with a deadly shooting at a nightclub earlier this month. Tirrell Boyd, 24, was arrested Friday after a brief pursuit, authorities said. The Richland County Sheriff'sMore >>
A man was arrested in connection with a deadly shooting at a nightclub earlier this month. Tirrell Boyd, 24, was arrested Friday after a brief pursuit, authorities said. The Richland County Sheriff'sMore >>
The 3-year-old grandnephew of Columbia Fire Chief Aubrey Jenkins is in intensive care after a suspected DUI driver crashed into his niece's car Friday night.More >>
Use this map to find cheap gas in South Carolina, or click here to see the ten lowest prices reported in Columbia. Have you seen cheap gas? Let us know where at the WIS Pump Patrol>>More >>
Use this map to find cheap gas in South Carolina, or click here to see the ten lowest prices reported in Columbia. Have you seen cheap gas? Let us know where at the WIS Pump Patrol>>More >>
We often get phone calls and emails from you, our viewers, after losing your family pets. We know how important your furry family members are to you, so we want to provide a one-stop resource. More >>
We often get phone calls and emails from you, our viewers, after losing your family pets. We know how important your furry family members are to you, so we want to provide a one-stop resource. More >>
Lebanon's national airline says Iraqi authorities denied permission for its plane to land in Baghdad after a son of an Iraqi minister missed the flight.More >>
Iraqi authorities on Thursday denied permission to a plane belonging to Lebanon's national carrier to land in Baghdad after a son of an Iraqi minister missed the flight, Middle East Airline said in a statement.More >>
Ladies, are you constantly fighting with your significant other about leaving the toilet seat up? There's a new product out now that you can add to your arsenal help improve your man's bathroom etiquette.More >>
Ladies, are you constantly fighting with your significant other about leaving the toilet seat up? There's a new product out now that you can add to your arsenal help improve your man's bathroom etiquette.More >>
Some retail stores like Target and Rite Aid offer customers the opportunity to have their pets prescriptions filled in-store, but some veterinarians warn against it.More >>
Some retail stores like Target and Rite Aid offer customers the opportunity to have their pets prescriptions filled in-store, but some veterinarians warn against it.More >>
Sleep problems may surface for some after clocks were moved forward an hour Sunday morning for Daylight Saving Time because many people have difficulty changing their body clocks, a sleep expert says.More >>
Sleep problems may surface for some after clocks were moved forward an hour Sunday morning for Daylight Saving Time because many people have difficulty changing their body clocks, a sleep expert says.More >>
Wherever you live in the United States, allergy rates are mostly the same, but young children in southern states are more likely to suffer allergies than their peers in other places.More >>
Wherever you live in the United States, allergy rates are mostly the same, but young children in southern states are more likely to suffer allergies than their peers in other places.More >>
After years of remaining anonymous, the inventor of the cryptocurrency was discovered living in a humble Los Angeles County home--hidden in plain sight.More >>
After years of remaining anonymous, the inventor of the cryptocurrency was discovered living in a humble Los Angeles County home--hidden in plain sight.More >>
Facebook announced policy changes affecting the way firearms are advertised and sold on the social networking site. Instagram, which Facebook acquired back in 2012, is also affected by the new rules.More >>
Facebook announced policy changes affecting the way firearms are advertised and sold on the social networking site. Instagram, which Facebook acquired back in 2012, is also affected by the new rules.More >>
