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Two trains collide in Missouri, overpass collapses

Sat, 25 May 2013 14:12:00 EDT

Two trains collided in Missouri Saturday morning, causing an overpass to collapse and injuring seven.

"It was him or me." Brett Parker testifies in double murder trial

WIS Staff — Sat, 25 May 2013 13:54:00 EDT

Brett Parker took the stand in his own defense in his double murder trial Friday and answered questions for nearly three hours.

Man wanted for murder turns himself in to police

Tenessa Jennings — Sat, 25 May 2013 11:58:00 EDT

Richland County deputies say a man accused of killing his girlfriend's sister has been arrested.

Columbia reopening downtown pool for summer

Sat, 25 May 2013 10:05:00 EDT

A public pool in downtown Columbia is reopening for the summer season.

Columbia hosts special wellness day just for kids

Sat, 25 May 2013 09:55:00 EDT

The City of Columbia is encouraging children to get up and get moving with a family fun day this weekend.

SC issuing free farmers' market coupons to seniors

Sat, 25 May 2013 09:27:00 EDT

Some South Carolina seniors can line up for free and healthy food, thanks in part to a state agency.

Man injured in house fire

WIS Staff — Fri, 24 May 2013 22:42:00 EDT

One man was injured in a house fire in Columbia Friday night.

SC retirees' leader says deal creates questions

Fri, 24 May 2013 21:29:00 EDT

The president of the State Retirees Association says South Carolina's settlement with the Bank of New York Mellon seems like a bad deal for retirees.

Proposal to expand 4-year-old kindergarten could carry a heavy price tag

PJ Randhawa — Fri, 24 May 2013 21:26:00 EDT

The benefits may be disputed but legislators are moving forward with a proposal to expand four-year-old kindergarten in the state. It's a plan that carries a heavy price-tag and high demand from parents

Teen hopeful for pricey treatment to help medical condition

Chelsea Washington — Fri, 24 May 2013 19:07:00 EDT

It's easy to fall in love with Ashely Delaney the moment you meet her. She's hard working, friendly, and standing strong even when faced with the unknown.

Woman arrested in Myrtle Beach for wearing thong

WMBF News Staff — Fri, 24 May 2013 19:03:00 EDT

A North Carolina woman was arrested Friday morning for indecent exposure after officers saw her wearing a thong swimsuit.

Teen charged with DUI after younger brother killed in crash

WIS Staff — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:49:00 EDT

A teenager was killed and a second was arrested on DUI charges in an overnight accident, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.

Deputies investigating string of church burglaries

Tenessa Jennings — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:42:00 EDT

The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is asking for the community's assistance in identifying the person or persons who broke into five churches near Pelion and Swansea. According to the report,

Report: Several Lowcountry bridges "structurally deficient"

Harve Jacobs — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:32:00 EDT

A transportation reform organization says the news is not good when it comes to South Carolina's bridges.

Report: Motorcyclist tips bike over to get rid of drunk woman

Ray Rivera — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:17:00 EDT

Police say a motorcyclist had to tip his bike over to the side in order to get rid of a drunk woman who had hopped into the rear seat.

Man charged with sexual assault on another minor

WIS Staff — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:15:00 EDT

Kershaw County Sheriff's Office investigators arrested a man again for criminal sexual conduct with a minor. The report said on September 26, 2011 Ronald Linwood Christmas Jr. was arrested by Kershaw

Police Chief resigns after records seizure

WIS Staff — Fri, 24 May 2013 15:26:00 EDT

After being placed on administrative leave by the town of South Congaree, Police Chief Jason Amodio has resigned.

Six months pass before man claims $200K lottery win

Tenessa Jennings — Fri, 24 May 2013 09:44:00 EDT

An Orangeburg man won $200,000 on a lottery ticket. That was six months ago. He cashed in the Aces High scratch-off earlier in the week. He told lottery officials he knew the winnings would be here when

SCHP launches seat belt enforcement during holiday weekend

Mary King — Fri, 24 May 2013 09:43:00 EDT

As one of the busiest travel weekends of the year begins, South Carolina Highway Patrol says they'll be staging a new type of checkpoint across the state.

Mothers share grief through teddy bears

Chelsea Washington — Fri, 24 May 2013 00:16:00 EDT

Time gives way to new realities but it hasn't dampened Sarah Hackett's spirit. She recalled her excitement about bringing a new life into the world in December of 2010.

One person taken to hospital from house fire

WIS Staff — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:32:00 EDT

One person was taken to the hospital Thursday night after a house fire in Columbia.

South Carolina Senate approves money for roads

Thu, 23 May 2013 22:26:00 EDT

The South Carolina Senate has approved a budget amendment that allows for hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of road and bridge construction.

Police: Girlfriend slammed child's head into faucet

Jason Old — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:40:00 EDT

A Columbia woman has been arrested after a child in her care died over the weekend.

Defense begins calling witness in Ascot Estates murder trial

Jack Kuenzie — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:04:00 EDT

Defense attorneys for Brett Parker started presenting their case in his double murder trial Thursday.

Witness: Tammy Parker also had affair

Jason Old — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:03:00 EDT

A friend of Tammy Jo Parker testified Wednesday that he was intimate with the 44-year-old while she was married to double-murder suspect Brett Parker.

Accountant's report confirms WIS investigation

LaDonna Beeker — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:00:00 EDT

An accounting firm's report into a high school's athletic booster club confirms what WIS uncovered in its investigation.

Legislators consider expanding telemedicine in SC

PJ Randhawa — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:45:00 EDT

No one enjoys long wait times and scheduling struggles that can come with going to the doctor's office. But now legislators and doctors are supporting a new high-tech alternative to the office visit.

Owner of traveling animal exhibit says he's following the law

Brett Buffington — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:18:00 EDT

People in Camden are complaining about a traveling zoo exhibit that stopped at a city shopping center.

South Carolina falls to Vanderbilt in elimination game of SEC Tournament

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:43:00 EDT

Conrad Gregor singled home the winning run in the bottom of the 10th inning to give Vanderbilt a 4-3 win over South Carolina Thursday in an elimination game of the Southeastern Conference tournament.

Veterans of Korea on Honor Flight to Washington D.C.

Taylor Kearns — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:02:00 EDT

The Honor Flight program started as a way to get World War II veterans to Washington but as the years passed, the focus shifted to Korea.

Program offers way for families to get fit together

Chelsea Washington — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:53:00 EDT

A new program being offered at the University of South Carolina is giving families a way to get fit together.

Cops: Suspects assault man, then rob, assault woman

Tenessa Jennings — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:39:00 EDT

The Springdale Police Department is asking for the community's assistance in identifying individuals they say assaulted a man at Circle K, and then robbed a woman in the parking lot of Days Inn. The report

AG: 2 SC groups say they were targeted by IRS

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:26:00 EDT

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson says he's gotten calls from two conservative groups that feel they were wrongfully targeted by the Internal Revenue Service.

Deputy fired for having woman expose, touch herself during traffic stop

Jason Old — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:59:00 EDT

A former Richland County deputy is out of a job and in trouble with the law after allegedly forcing a woman to expose herself and touch herself inappropriately in exchange for help with criminal charges.

USC student who firebombed Salty Nut Cafe pleads guilty

Jason Old — Thu, 23 May 2013 13:48:00 EDT

The man who firebombed the Salty Nut Cafe in early 2012 has pleaded guilty.

Truck driver tops off his tank and wallet, winning $200K

Tenessa Jennings — Thu, 23 May 2013 12:21:00 EDT

A Columbia truck driver thought he was doing well when he beat the 1 in 55 odds to win $12 on Powerball®. He bettered that a week later overcoming odds of 1 in 600,000 to win $200,000 on a scratch-off. He

Cops: Man accused of making meth found hiding in closet

Tenessa Jennings — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:24:00 EDT

Columbia Police located a man accused of making methamphetamine and possessing heroin hiding in his closet. According to police, 36-year-old Jerry Ward Galloway was arrested on Wednesday and is expected

SC hospital worker rejected flu shot, gets benefit

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:50:00 EDT

A former South Carolina hospital worker who refused a required flu shot is entitled to receive unemployment benefits thanks to a state appeals court.

Pornographic email investigation: WIS asks for records, gets $30K bill instead

Jody Barr — Thu, 23 May 2013 08:33:00 EDT

A WIS investigation into allegations that the Fairfield County administrator had disseminated pornography from his tax payer-funded computer has ended with a $29,395 Freedom of Information Act charge.

AAA: More SC drivers to travel this Memorial Day

Mary King — Thu, 23 May 2013 07:38:00 EDT

If you're hitting the road for the long weekend, you won't be alone. AAA says more South Carolina drivers are expected to travel this Memorial Day weekend than last year.

South Carolina loses first game of SEC Tournament

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Demarcus Henderson and Wes Rea both had RBI singles in the ninth inning to lift Mississippi State to a 5-3 win over South Carolina Wednesday night in the second round of the Southeastern Conference tournament.

NC State tops Clemson 6-3 in ACC tournament

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:20:00 EDT

Brett Austin drove in two runs during a four-run seventh inning to help North Carolina State beat Clemson 6-3 on Wednesday night in pool play at the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament.

SC Senate defeats private school choice proposal

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:04:00 EDT

South Carolina senators have defeated an attempt to help parents pay for private school tuition or educate them at home through the state budget.

Lawmakers consider allowing guns in restaurants and bars

PJ Randhawa — Wed, 22 May 2013 22:59:00 EDT

In more than 40 states across the nation, anyone carrying with a concealed weapons permit can enter a restaurant or bar.

Monument honors WWII airmen who trained in Columbia

Meaghan Norman — Wed, 22 May 2013 22:45:00 EDT

Two and half years ago it was cluttered with trash. Today it's a WWII memorial dedicated to airmen serving at the Columbia Air Base who lost their lives in training.

Deputies name suspect wanted in shooting

Jeremy Turnage — Wed, 22 May 2013 22:02:00 EDT

Richland County deputies have released the name of a teen wanted in a shooting on Longcreek Drive last week.

Students learn lesson in compassion with letters for tornado responders

Chelsea Washington — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:58:00 EDT

If you could receive a grade in compassion, the students at Polo Road Elementary deserve an A+. Especially 6-year-old Annabelle Jones.

Day care undoing potty training? Mother claims it happened to her child

Jennifer Emert — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:02:00 EDT

Nearly 225,000 children under 6 years old in South Carolina need child care.

Man accused of vandalism 'doesn't recall' kicking downtown cars

Live 5 News Web Staff — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:35:00 EDT

A vandal was caught at the Carolina Yacht Club Tuesday after his getaway boat started sinking and he was forced swim back to the dock, where he was arrested, police say.

Fort Jackson commander suspended for misconduct

Tenessa Jennings — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:10:00 EDT

A commander at Fort Jackson has been suspended due to allegations of misconduct. According to the spokesman for U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, Brig. Gen. Bryan T. Roberts was suspended of his

Sheriff: Bounty hunters charged with kidnapping

Tenessa Jennings — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:37:00 EDT

Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office arrested four people in Eutawville after out-of-state bounty hunters tried to make an arrest. According to Sheriff Leroy Ravenell, two bounty hunters, Corey W. Newkirk

Report: Bounty hunters behind bars for taking wanted man, son

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:05:00 EDT

Investigators say they have arrested two out-of-state bounty hunters after the duo took a wanted man and his 7-year-old son into custody at a home in Orangeburg County without notifying area law enforcement.

Judge orders mental evaluation for man charged with killing parents

Jason Old — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:09:00 EDT

A judge has ordered a 40-year-old man accused of brutally murdering his parents in April to undergo a mental evaluation.

Couple wins $100K on stop to change a diaper

Tenessa Jennings — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:27:00 EDT

An Orangeburg couple has a great story to tell their daughter when she's older. It was her dirty diaper that helped win the family $100,000 in the lottery.

Report: Confederate flags removed from cemetery without permission

Nick Needham — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:35:00 EDT

Investigators in York County say someone removed nearly 100 Confederate Flags from a cemetery in Clover.

Teacher arrested after assaulting student

Tenessa Jennings — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:31:00 EDT

A Branchville High School teacher was arrested after deputies say he assaulted a female student. According to Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office, deputies arrested 52-year-old James Fields. Click here

Convicted murderer on death row found dead in cell

Wed, 22 May 2013 11:59:00 EDT

A 46-year-old man on death row for killing a fellow inmate has been found dead in his cell.

Divided SC State trustees OK president's $330K pay

Wed, 22 May 2013 11:30:00 EDT

South Carolina State University trustees have offered new president Thomas Elzey a salary of $330,000 a year, but several trustees say that is too much money.

Five stores cited for selling alcohol to minors

Tenessa Jennings — Wed, 22 May 2013 11:14:00 EDT

Following an undercover operation, five stores in Kershaw County were cited after selling alcohol to minors, according to the Kershaw County Sheriff's Office. The report said on May 20 Kershaw County

Police seek help to ID suspects in various incidents

Tenessa Jennings — Wed, 22 May 2013 11:12:00 EDT

The Lexington Police Department is asking for the community's assistance in identifying suspects wanted in various incidents

Town allows administrator to return after FBI raid

Jennifer Emert — Wed, 22 May 2013 11:12:00 EDT

South Congaree town council voted Tuesday night to allow one of two people who were placed on leave after an FBI raid on city hall to return to work.

USPS: Rise in dog attacks on SC mail carriers

Mary King — Wed, 22 May 2013 09:01:00 EDT

The United States Postal Service says South Carolina mail carriers are experiencing an unusually high number of dog bites this year.

SC Senate defeats effort to expand Medicaid

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:36:00 EDT

South Carolina senators defeated another attempt by Democrats to extend Medicaid coverage under the federal health care law.

Moped driver killed in collision with pickup

Tenessa Jennings — Wed, 22 May 2013 08:29:00 EDT

A female moped operator was killed when she was involved in a collision with a pickup truck late Tuesday night.

Sheriff, survivor recall 1994 tornado that damaged close to 200 homes, businesses

Meaghan Norman — Wed, 22 May 2013 08:21:00 EDT

In 1994, a strong F3 tornado devastated part of Lexington damaging close to 200 homes and businesses. A lot has changed in the last 20 years, but the way the storm was handled by emergency crews is still

New bill could cripple animal shelters, services

PJ Randhawa — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:16:00 EDT

There are more than sixteen thousand homeless pets in the Midlands, and resources to help all of them are limited. Now, non-profit animal shelters say a bill in the legislature would cripple their ability

'Man's best friend to the end': Dog stands watch over owner's body in tornado wreckage

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:53:00 EDT

A heartbreaking photo of a little dog guarding the body of his owner, who was killed in the Moore, OK, tornado, is going viral.

Midlands rescue team volunteers sympathize with OK crews

Taylor Kearns — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:58:00 EDT

As crews in Oklahoma continue to carefully sift through rubble, a group of firefighters in Richland County knows what they're going through. They're members of the state's urban search and rescue team.

Schools have a plan if severe weather strikes

Jennifer Emert — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:29:00 EDT

In the event of severe weather, most schools have a plan in place. Most of the time children end up in the school's hallways, but it all starts with an alert. At Harbison West Elementary the weather

Haley: Finish work on ethics bill this year

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:58:00 EDT

Gov. Nikki Haley called on legislators Tuesday to get a bill strengthening the state's weak ethics laws to her desk, saying elected officials need to prove to voters that they work for them.

Deputies: NC woman tries to poison family with tainted cheese

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:38:00 EDT

A North Carolina woman is facing charges after authorities say she tried to poison five people.

No charges filed in double-amputee's mauling death

Cameron Easley — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:00:00 EDT

Authorities say no charges will be filed in the death of a double-amputee from Harleyville who was fatally mauled two weeks ago.

Tornado levels Oklahoma town

RNN Staff — Tue, 21 May 2013 10:36:00 EDT

Dozens of people have died after a second day of tornadoes twisted through Oklahoma, this time taking aim at the town of Moore, south of Oklahoma City.

Deputies: Man beaten, tied up while thieves steal computers

Randy Johnson — Tue, 21 May 2013 09:44:00 EDT

A man was beaten and tied up Monday night during a robbery on Broad River Road, according to the Richland County Sheriff's Department.

Police: Upstate woman kills boyfriend with 12-gauge shotgun

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:16:00 EDT

A Spartanburg woman is under arrest after police say she shot and killed her boyfriend with a 12-gauge shotgun.

Feds: Man stole $600K at Carolinas, Georgia Walmart stores

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:41:00 EDT

A South Carolina man faces federal fraud and conspiracy charges after authorities say he masterminded a three-year scheme that faked store refund transactions totaling more than $600,000 from Walmart stores in the Carolinas.

Midlands couple learns the difference between service dog, dog in training

Jennifer Emert — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:27:00 EDT

A Midlands couple is learning the difference between a service dog and a dog in training. At eight weeks Molli Ann is cute and playful like most puppies, but she's got big paws to fill. David Voss hopes

Vehicle's black box leads to murder charge

Jody Barr — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:24:00 EDT

The car you drive may have one and you may not even know it. Event data recorders collect several pieces of information seconds before a crash such as: speed, brake pressure, and seat belt use.

Testimony reveals Parker's debts, failing marriage

Jack Kuenzie — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:23:00 EDT

A restaurant owner who got snagged in a gambling probe that grew out of the Brett Parker double murder investigation took the stand, as the trial entered its third week. The juror heard testimony Monday

Identity theft concerns spike for Dept. of Consumer Affairs

Mary King — Tue, 21 May 2013 07:19:00 EDT

Identity theft concerns have skyrocketed in South Carolina, and the Department of Consumer Affairs says they have the phone bill to back it up.

Evacuation order lifted after truck carrying ammonium nitrate catches fire

Tenessa Jennings — Tue, 21 May 2013 00:02:00 EDT

An evacuation order has been lifted after a truck carrying ammonium nitrate caught on fire in Chappells, according to Newberry County Sheriff's Office.

Fire crews respond to Harmon Road fire

Tenessa Jennings — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:50:00 EDT

Fire crews are responding to a structural fire on Harmon Road Monday night. When fire crews arrived on the scene they had trouble accessing the trailer because it was off a dirt road. According to fire

USC considering a campus-wide tobacco ban

Meaghan Norman — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:31:00 EDT

The University of South Carolina is considering a new proposal that would ban smoking on-campus. The proposal would also mean no lighting up during tailgating events. While it's still in the beginning

Helping heal our heroes' hidden wounds

Taylor Kearns — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:12:00 EDT

This week the American Psychiatric Association is reviewing updated criteria for diagnosing Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Doctors are hoping it will help more veterans get the care they need.

SC woman attacked after visiting husband's grave

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:32:00 EDT

Authorities say a 15-year-old boy attacked an 80-year-old woman after she visited her husband's grave in Mullins.

Orangeburg home invasion suspect caught near NC border

Cameron Easley — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:38:00 EDT

The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office says a second suspect wanted for a home invasion and shooting in Orangeburg last week has been captured in Rock Hill.

911 tapes released in home invasion, suspects arrested

Jennifer Emert — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:37:00 EDT

WIS now has the 911 calls from a bold daytime robbery in which the homeowner came face to face with the suspect.

Two Notch Road suspicious bag contained various items, deemed no threat

Jason Old — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:32:00 EDT

A suspicious bag that garnered the attention of fire and police crews and closed a major Columbia road turned out to be harmless, according to the Columbia Police Department.

Teen charged as adult after allegedly stealing cash register

Jason Old — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:05:00 EDT

A Gilbert teenager has been charged as an adult after deputies say he stole a cash register from a sub shop.

Gov. Haley's husband back home on leave

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:39:00 EDT

Gov. Nikki Haley has canceled scheduled events to spend time with her husband during a break from his deployment to Afghanistan.

Report: Mother left child in car while shoplifting

Jason Old — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:27:00 EDT

A 27-year-old Batesburg-Leesville woman is in trouble with the law after police say she left one of her children in her car and carried the other one in a shopping cart while she attempted to steal clothes from Walmart.

AT&T hiring 120 people, including 70 new jobs

Mon, 20 May 2013 11:20:00 EDT

AT&T is hiring 120 people across South Carolina as it expands its wired and wireless network nationwide.

Missing Oregon girl found safe after 18 years

Kate Cagle — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:43:00 EDT

An Oregon girl abducted as a baby and missing for 18 years finally emerged in Dallas this week when her mother turned herself in to authorities, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Department.

Time running out to claim lottery tickets worth tens of thousands

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:36:00 EDT

Remember the record-setting $587 million Powerball® jackpot from late last year? Time is running out to claim three Powerball® tickets sold for that drawing. Two of the tickets are worth $40,000 and one is worth $10,000. The winning tickets were sold in Columbia and Orangeburg.

Four arrested for breaking into vehicle

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:35:00 EDT

Four people have been arrested after a citizen saw them breaking into a vehicle last week in Northeast Columbia, according to the Richland County Sheriff's Department.

SC deputy dies months after working security at massive condo fire

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:20:00 EDT

A South Carolina sheriff's deputy has died after working three nights of security at the scene of a fire that destroyed 26 condominiums near Myrtle Beach in March.

Appeals court rules admitted gambler can sue Columbia restaurants for losses

Brett Buffington — Mon, 20 May 2013 08:44:00 EDT

A South Carolina Appeals Court ruling leaves the door open for an admitted gambler to sue two Columbia restaurants for money she lost while gambling at the establishments for several years.

Woman dies after tumbling out of car on I-95 in SC

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:24:00 EDT

The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating why a passenger tumbled out of a moving car on Interstate 95 and died after landing in front of a tractor-trailer.

Motorcyclist killed in late night collision

Laurin Barnes — Mon, 20 May 2013 07:13:00 EDT

The SC Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that involved a motorcycle.

Tornadoes level homes in Okla., 1 dead

Mon, 20 May 2013 01:04:00 EDT

Tornadoes ravaged portions of central Oklahoma on Sunday, reducing portions of a mobile home park to rubble and killing a 79-year-old man whose body was found out in the open.

Columbia’s “it girl” in the 1860’s as notorious as today’s celebrities

Renee Standera — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:50:00 EDT

A century and a half before social media and reality television made celebrities out of nobodies, Columbia had its own "it girl" whose notoriety could make the Kardashians, Hiltons and Real Housewives jealous.

2 arrested in deadly barber shop robbery

Renee Standera — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:47:00 EDT

The Aiken County Sheriff's Office says deputies have arrested two men in connection with a deadly robbery at a Beech Island barber shop.

South Carolina baseball team prepares for 17th-straight SEC tournament

WIS Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 13:04:00 EDT

The University of South Carolina baseball team makes its 17th-straight SEC tournament appearance this week in Hoover, AL.

Teacher claims student assaulted her after being told to wait for the bathroom

Sun, 19 May 2013 12:30:00 EDT

A Charlotte high school teacher plans to press charges against a student she accuses of hitting her in the face during an amusement park field trip.

Political rivals work to pass government overhaul

Sun, 19 May 2013 12:23:00 EDT

A bill representing the largest overhaul of state government in decades is again approaching passage. Both Gov. Nikki Haley and her chief Democratic opponent are working to get it to her desk in the legislative session's...

Soccer coach ends career at Irmo with 14th state championship

WIS Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 11:10:00 EDT

It was a storybook ending to the high school soccer season and the tenure of Phil Savitz as head coach of the Irmo Yellow Jackets Saturday night.

Boston bombing victim comes home

Dedrick Russell — Sun, 19 May 2013 08:28:00 EDT

Boston Marathon Bombing victim Nicole Gross is back home in Charlotte.

No Triple Crown: Oxbow upsets Orb at Preakness

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:13:00 EDT

Right from the start, a horse trained by one not so over-the-hill Hall of Famer and ridden by another took control of the Preakness. The result: a huge upset and the end of any hopes for a Triple Crown attempt at the Belmont...

Gamecocks fall to Mississippi State Saturday

WIS Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 18:59:00 EDT

The12th ranked South Carolina Gamecocks lost to 16th ranked Mississippi State 7-2 Saturday afternoon.

Customers allowed back into Lexington County Walmart after evacuation

WIS Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:43:00 EDT

Customers have been allowed back into a Walmart in Lexington County after it was evacuated Saturday afternoon.

County agrees to settlement in deadly 2008 train crash

WIS Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:16:00 EDT

Richland County has agreed to a settlement involving a couple who was killed in a train crash in 2008.

Largest Spoleto season to unfold next week in SC

Sat, 18 May 2013 13:58:00 EDT

The Spoleto Festival USA this season will be the largest ever, offering 160 performances by 45 artists and ensembles.

Deputies say domestic argument leads to stabbing

WIS Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 13:33:00 EDT

Richland County Sheriff's Deputies charged a woman with attempted murder after a domestic fight sent a man to the hospital early Saturday.

Blue Star Mothers laud military at Patriots Ball

Sat, 18 May 2013 09:17:00 EDT

The Blue Star Mothers are honoring five current or former military men at their fifth annual Patriots Ball.

Blythewood festival raising money to fight cancer

Sat, 18 May 2013 09:12:00 EDT

A fundraiser in Blythewood this weekend is memorializing those affected by cancer and raising money to fight the ailment.

NASCAR driver's cell phone confiscated in stolen race hauler investigation

WBTV Web Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:51:00 EDT

A NASCAR driver accused of stealing a race competitor's race hauler has had his cell phone confiscated by deputies as they investigate the crime.

Teachers say schools need more staff to improve kids' reading

PJ Randhawa — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:48:00 EDT

Statistics show South Carolina has the 13th highest rate of functional illiteracy in the United States.

Doctor: Capnerhurt's injury would have prevented him from keeping grip on gun

WIS Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:48:00 EDT

The double-murder trial of Brett Parker resumed Friday morning after being cut short Thursday when the admitted bookie had to be transported to an area hospital after an emotional outburst in the courtroom.

Comet restores Saturday bus service

Tenessa Jennings — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:14:00 EDT

The newly re-named "Comet" (Central Midlands Transit) bus service will restore significant service on major, high-performing routes, which will enable riders increased access to the system this weekend. Many

Coroner identifies two killed in wrong-way crash on I-26

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:57:00 EDT

Authorities have identified the two people who were killed in a head-on crash on Interstate 26 Wednesday night.

Chipotle to open in Vista

Tenessa Jennings — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:05:00 EDT

Chipotle Mexican Grill is coming to the Vista, and will host its grand opening on June 11 at 10:30 a.m. The fast-casual restaurant known for its emphasis in high quality ingredients and cooking techniques

Correction: Drunken Driving-Zero Deaths story

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:53:00 EDT

In a story May 17 about a National Transportation Safety Board recommendation on a blood alcohol threshold for drivers, The Associated Press incorrectly reported the definition of a drink. The standard definition of a drink...

NASCAR to honor Dick Trickle after suicide in cemetery

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:49:00 EDT

An investigation is underway after deputies in Lincoln County say a NASCAR legend called 911 before committing suicide in a local cemetery.

Boil water advisory issued for the Town of Ridgeway

Tenessa Jennings — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:34:00 EDT

The Town of Ridgeway is issuing a boil water advisory for Ridgeway Water Department customers after a loss of water pressure.

Sheriff: Suspect pointed shotgun at girlfriend, ordered her into bath tub

Tenessa Jennings — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:30:00 EDT

The Marshal Service Task Force arrested an Orangeburg man in North Charleston they say was wanted for assaulting his girlfriend in Orangeburg County

SC unemployment falls to lowest rate in 5 years

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:42:00 EDT

South Carolina's unemployment has dropped to its lowest rate in five years.

Police to conduct training exercise at school

Tenessa Jennings — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:25:00 EDT

The Columbia Police Department has partnered with Hammond School to present training for law enforcement in a local school.

WIS Investigation: Booster club didn't follow its own rules

Brett Buffington — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:19:00 EDT

"with my son being a senior next year I was hoping to see him walk across the stage," said Michelle Swancey, who took the same walk herself back in 1987.

Deputies: One person stabbed, others injured in fight at home

Randy Johnson — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:14:00 EDT

COLUMBIA, SC (WIS) – Three people were injured Thursday night after an argument turned physical, according to the Richland County Sheriff's Department. One of the victims was stabbed during the fight and taken

'American Idol' winner Candice Glover celebrated across SC

Casey Vaughn — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:13:00 EDT

The Palmetto State continues to celebrate its first American Idol winner Candice Glover.

Police using technology to help predict crime

Jennifer Emert — Fri, 17 May 2013 08:37:00 EDT

If police cruisers came with crystal balls, prevention could flip to prediction.

Cayce Riverwalk back open after severe flooding

Mary King — Fri, 17 May 2013 07:32:00 EDT

Walkers and bikers are back on the trails of the Cayce Riverwalk after recent flooding left parts of it damaged and underwater.

DEA makes 3 versions of synthetic marijuana illegal

Renee Standera — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:00:00 EDT

The United States Drug Enforcement Administration temporarily made three versions of synthetic marijuana illegal Thursday.

Charleston's celebrity appeal continues to grow

Aisha Tyler — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:30:00 EDT

Charleston has always held a special place in the hearts of locals. But now the world and specifically Hollywood's A-list celebs are taking notice.

Healthcare ministries growing in popularity

PJ Randhawa — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:18:00 EDT

1,500 households, or close to 4,000 South Carolinians are placing their trust in their friends, neighbors and congregation when it comes to paying for their health insurance.

The ugly side of social media, school punishment for cyberbullying

Corey Davis — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:09:00 EDT

The method of punishment for bad behavior on social media, it's something a Charleston County school board member said needs to be addressed. This comes after the board had to intervene for the first

Family offers reward after loved one dies in nursing home

Jody Barr — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:01:00 EDT

As SLED agents continue working to track down the person or people who may know what happened to 90-year-old Margaret Parker, her children banded together and put up a $5,000 reward.

Parents of 'Baby Boy Horry' remain a mystery

David Klugh — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:47:00 EDT

The effort to find the mother of Baby Boy Horry has been unsuccessful, so far. WMBF News Anchor David Klugh investigated why, with the odds so heavily stacked against them, this case still captures the attention and the hopes of investigators and the community.

Brett Parker taken to hospital after emotional breakdown in courtroom

Jason Old — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:02:00 EDT

The man on trial for killing his wife and best friend was escorted out of the courtroom Wednesday morning and taken to an area hospital after having an emotional outburst during testimony.

Deputies investigating meth lab in Olympia neighborhood

Renee Standera — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:38:00 EDT

Richland County Sheriff's deputies are on the scene of a methamphetamine lab in the Olympia neighborhood.

Massive part for VC Summer expected to affect traffic near Columbia

Mary King — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:37:00 EDT

There could be significant traffic delays in the Columbia area on Thursday as crews work to move a giant piece of equipment headed to the VC Summer Nuclear Station in Fairfield County.

Top baby names in South Carolina for 2012 released

WMBF News Staff — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:30:00 EDT

William continued to be the most popular name for baby boys in South Carolina in 2012, and Emma climbed one spot to become the most popular girls name.

Man arrested after shooting near Applebee's, Smashburger

WIS Staff — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:58:00 EDT

Columbia Police have arrested one person and are looking for others involved in a shooting incident near two restaurants on Devine Street Wednesday night.

Accident involving Columbia Fire Dept. slows down morning commute

Tenessa Jennings — Thu, 16 May 2013 10:00:00 EDT

If you were headed downtown Thursday you probably noticed that the morning traffic on the Huger Street was backed up a little more than usual. According to the Columbia Fire Department, the back-up was

Kidnapping survivor says faith got her through ordeal

Meaghan Norman — Thu, 16 May 2013 08:59:00 EDT

"I just didn't know what to do. Just scared I was going to die. Most people do."

Ex-SC Gov. Sanford reclaims House seat in comeback

Wed, 15 May 2013 23:20:00 EDT

Republican Mark Sanford, the former South Carolina governor whose extramarital affair sank his political career in 2009, is returning to Congress to reclaim his old House seat as he forges a comeback.

SC Senate likely to be on the budget next week too

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:54:00 EDT

The budget debate in the South Carolina Senate is almost certain to stretch into a second week.

House panel agrees to send online taxes to roads

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:50:00 EDT

A House panel wants to use the sales tax people in South Carolina pay for Internet purchases to help fix the state's roads and bridges.

Richland Co. elections group offers director position to candidate

Jeremy Turnage — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:14:00 EDT

The Richland County Elections Commission just voted to make an offer on the open elections director position.

Emergency Manager: No reason for concern after radioactive leak at nuclear station

Chris Dyches — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:38:00 EDT

Federal regulators say more than 100 gallons of water, with traces of a radioactive hydrogen isotope, have leaked at the Catawba Nuclear Station.

City of Columbia hopes for 100 Days of Nonviolence

Chelsea Washington — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:08:00 EDT

The city of Columbia wants to keep it at 100 this summer -- 100 days without the sound of gunfire or street fights that so often lead to the loss of a young life.

SC House passes bill overhauling state government

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:29:00 EDT

The House has again approved a government restructuring bill that transfers many bureaucratic duties to the governor's office.

Holbrook handling ups and downs with Gamecocks

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:48:00 EDT

South Carolina baseball coach Chad Holbrook hasn't been surprised by anything that's happened during his debut season, not even the second-guessing from fans expecting more after two national championships and a...

Report: Suspects use "oldest trick in the book" to steal cartons

Tenessa Jennings — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:26:00 EDT

The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is looking for a group of thieves who's using one of the oldest tricks in the book to steal cigarettes from a local store. According to the report, deputies

Federal budget cuts cancel Shaw's July 4th event

Tenessa Jennings — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:24:00 EDT

Shaw Air Force Base is canceling its annual Independence Day celebration because of automatic federal budget cuts. Base officials say the cuts won't leave officials with enough money to put on the Jammin'

Sheriff: Trio found asleep in bedroom during meth lab bust

Tenessa Jennings — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:10:00 EDT

Officers with the Lexington County Multi-Agency Narcotics Enforcement Team (NET) arrested three people and seized a clandestine methamphetamine laboratory that was being operated at a home on Old Orangeburg

Mark Sanford to take oath in return to Congress

Wed, 15 May 2013 10:36:00 EDT

Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford is scheduled to be sworn in for a fourth term in the U.S. House.

Cyclists to take to roads in "Ride of Silence" tonight

Mary King — Wed, 15 May 2013 10:08:00 EDT

Cyclists from around the Midlands will ride together in silence tonight to remember those killed and injured on local roadways.

SC budget allows ads on school activity buses

Wed, 15 May 2013 09:12:00 EDT

South Carolina's school districts may be able to sell advertisements on activity buses next school year.

Chargers LB Melvin Ingram tears ligament in knee

Wed, 15 May 2013 08:46:00 EDT

Former University of South Carolina standout Melvin Ingram has torn the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee, putting his NFL season in jeopardy.

Angelina Jolie announces she had double mastectomy to prevent breast cancer

RNN Staff — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:06:00 EDT

Actress Angelina Jolie announced that she had a double mastectomy to reduce her chances of getting breast cancer.

SC gun raffle on hold because of lottery concerns

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:10:00 EDT

A South Carolina Republican group is putting on hold plans its plans to raffle off an AR-15 rifle amid concerns the event is an illegal lottery.

Cops: Skinny-dipping couple says clothes were stolen

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:03:00 EDT

A Virginia couple has been arrested on a South Carolina beach after police say the couple was found nude.

Man gets 40 years in double homicide

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:54:00 EDT

A South Carolina man will serve the next 40 years in prison after pleading guilty to shooting and killing two Orangeburg women.

Deputies discover meth lab in outbuilding

Tenessa Jennings — Tue, 14 May 2013 11:23:00 EDT

Two Kershaw County men are facing charges after deputies discovered a methamphetamine lab in an outbuilding in Lugoff. Kershaw County Sheriff's Office narcotics investigators arrested 40-year-old Edward

Man scratches lottery ticket at work, wins $200K

Tenessa Jennings — Tue, 14 May 2013 10:58:00 EDT

An Irmo man was at work when a lottery ticket delivered a $200,000 payday. "I almost fell out of my chair," he said describing the moment he won. "I couldn't say anything." When he was ready to talk,

SCDOT holds meeting on replacing US 378 bridges

Tue, 14 May 2013 09:17:00 EDT

The South Carolina Department of Transportation wants to hear concerns as it considers how to replace a pair of bridges on U.S. 378 east of Columbia.

Smithsonian to preserve Edisto slave cabin in new DC museum

Tue, 14 May 2013 08:52:00 EDT

A slave cabin on Edisto Island is going to be preserved by the Smithsonian Institution.

Gov't obtains wide AP phone records in probe

Mon, 13 May 2013 22:59:00 EDT

The Justice Department secretly obtained two months of telephone records of reporters and editors for The Associated Press in what the news cooperative's top executive called a "massive and unprecedented intrusion" into...

Senate budget plan could include $15M for buses

Mon, 13 May 2013 22:06:00 EDT

The Senate's 2013-14 budget could buy $15 million worth of new school buses for South Carolina's aging fleet.

SC baseball assistant, strength coach suspended

Mon, 13 May 2013 22:04:00 EDT

South Carolina assistant baseball coach Sammy Esposito and strength and conditioning coach Billy Anderson will serve one-game suspensions following their ejections from the May 12 game against Georgia.

Philly abortion doctor guilty in 3 babies' deaths

Mon, 13 May 2013 17:49:00 EDT

An abortion doctor was convicted Monday of first-degree murder and could face execution in the deaths of three babies who were delivered alive and then killed with scissors at his grimy, "house of horrors" clinic.

Ray Tanner, 7 others inducted into state hall of fame

Mon, 13 May 2013 17:17:00 EDT

Gamecocks athletic director Ray Tanner expects it will be some time before he fully appreciates his election to the state of South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame.

'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie engaged

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:08:00 EDT

Bradley Cooper presented her with a dozen roses on the air but, oddly enough, that isn't why "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie is so happy.

Double Denim: Man wears jeans out of Dollar General

Tenessa Jennings — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:29:00 EDT

The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is searching for a suspect who they say stole clothing from a Dollar General store. The report said on Friday, a suspect entered the Dollar General store located

Report: Woman steals puppy from adoption center

Tenessa Jennings — Mon, 13 May 2013 12:38:00 EDT

The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is searching for a woman who stole a puppy from a pet adoption center. According to the report, officers responded to Pets Inc. on Thursday in reference to a

2 naked women, children tie up Charlotte traffic

Mon, 13 May 2013 08:44:00 EDT

Police say traffic came to a stop on a busy Charlotte street over the weekend when two naked women and two naked children walked down the road.

Brother arrested in fatal Calif. stabbing of girl

Sat, 11 May 2013 23:26:00 EDT

Authorities on Saturday arrested the 12-year-old brother of an 8-year-old girl who was mysteriously stabbed at her home in a rural Northern California community last month.

DHEC releases fish consumption guide to teach fishing safety

WMBF News Staff — Sat, 11 May 2013 19:45:00 EDT

The Department of Health and Environmental Control wants residents to learn about the safety of eating fish caught in the state's lakes and rivers.

May is National Pet Month: Tips to protect your pets from pests

WMBF News Staff — Sat, 11 May 2013 16:39:00 EDT

More than 70 percent of homeowners own a pet, and more than 80 percent of pet-owners experience problems with pests. As May is National Pet Month, make sure your four-legged family members are fully protected with the following tips provided by HomeTeam.

Newtown panel recommends tearing down Sandy Hook School

Karen Lee — Fri, 10 May 2013 22:13:00 EDT

A decision could be made on where to put the new Sandy Hook Elementary School, months after the Newtown school shooting.

As weather heats up, insects look to your cool home

William Whitson — Fri, 10 May 2013 19:15:00 EDT

It's warming up along the Grand Strand, and that means you want your home kept cool and dry. Unfortunately, that's the same conditions insects like, and they'll try to get into your home by any means, even the tiniest crack.

Different paths lead racers to Darlington for the Southern 500

Fri, 10 May 2013 17:09:00 EDT

Qualifying for the Bojangles Southern 500 continues Friday on "The Track too Tough to Tame." Viewers will see several familiar faces at both races this weekend, but they have very different stories on how they got there.

Boston bombing suspect buried in Virginia cemetery

Fri, 10 May 2013 16:45:00 EDT

Boston Marathon bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev has been buried in a cemetery in central Virginia, infuriating some members of the area's Islamic community who say they weren't consulted and flooring at least one...

Haley visits Boeing North Charleston plant for ceremonial bill

Fri, 10 May 2013 16:30:00 EDT

Gov. Nikki Haley was in North Charleston for a ceremonial bill signing of an incentives package for Boeing.

Ex-Pentagon chief Gates: Budget must be smarter

Fri, 10 May 2013 16:23:00 EDT

Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates says there are smart ways to reduce the size of the nation's defense budget.

Paramedic who responded to Texas blast arrested

Fri, 10 May 2013 16:20:00 EDT

A Texas paramedic who helped evacuate people on the night of the deadly fertilizer plant explosion in West has been charged with possessing bomb-making materials, including a pipe and chemicals.

Sheriff: Suspect steals empty cash register from liquor store

Tenessa Jennings — Fri, 10 May 2013 15:02:00 EDT

A burglary suspect who broke into a store came up empty-handed after deputies say he stole an empty cash register from the business. The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the community's

Bluffton Republicans raffling AR-15 rifle

Fri, 10 May 2013 13:35:00 EDT

The Greater Bluffton Republican Club is looking for more members and money.

Sheriff: Suspect used victim’s debit card at 3 different locations

Tenessa Jennings — Fri, 10 May 2013 10:01:00 EDT

The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the community's assistance in identifying or locating a suspect wanted for motor vehicle theft and fraud. The report said between 3 a.m. and 9 a.m.

Hells Angels: Patriots Point pulls plug on benefit due to sponsorship

Harve Jacobs — Fri, 10 May 2013 08:38:00 EDT

The Charleston chapter of the Hells Angels is crying foul Thursday afternoon, claiming that Patriots Point pulled the plug on a benefit ride for veterans because the motorcycle club is a sponsor of the event.

$8 million bond for suspected kidnapper Ariel Castro

Thu, 9 May 2013 16:58:00 EDT

The man suspected of holding three women captive inside his west side home for years was in court on Thursday morning.

Ariel Castro, 52, is charged with four counts of kidnapping and three counts of rape. Castro did not speak a word, and hung his head during much of the court proceeding. His bond was set at $8 million dollars.

Gov. Nikki Haley signs film incentives bill

Thu, 9 May 2013 15:15:00 EDT

Gov. Nikki Haley has signed a bill that supporters say could expand the film industry in South Carolina.

Campus police seek help to ID person of interest

Tenessa Jennings — Thu, 9 May 2013 15:05:00 EDT

The University Of South Carolina Division Of Law Enforcement is asking for the community's assistance in identifying a person of interest.

Deputies: 7 arrested, 16 sought in bank fraud and forgery crimes

Tenessa Jennings — Thu, 9 May 2013 12:06:00 EDT

Richland County Sheriff's Department arrested seven people and searching for 16 more they say are responsible for credit card fraud, identification theft involving loans and utility service, and check

SC hospital found guilty of $39M in false claims

Thu, 9 May 2013 11:01:00 EDT

A South Carolina hospital has been found guilty of collecting millions of dollars in false Medicare claims.

Boston bombing suspect's body buried

RNN Staff — Thu, 9 May 2013 10:52:00 EDT

Officials said Tamerlan Tsarnaev, one of the two brothers accused of the April 15 Boston Marathon bombings, was killed during a standoff with police April 19.