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Cardinal takes leave from Vatican after sex assault charges

Vatican Treasurer Cardinal George Pell said on Thursday that he will take a leave of absence from his post after Australian authorities charged him with multiple counts of sexual assault.

US plans to build 8 border wall prototypes

Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the agency implementing the border wall construction process, is planning for the construction of four to eight wall prototypes in San Diego "later this summer," said CBP Acting Deputy Commissioner Ronald Vitiello Tuesday.

Airports Face Security Changes

Homeland Security issues new safety measures that could impact you the next time you head to the Airport.

Prada Money Clip Mania

Social media is going crazy over a money clip that may end up costing you just as much money as you plan to carry in it.

Thursday Morning Menu

Find out some of the events that are happening around town in your Thursday Morning Menu.

3 Arrested in Connection to Hotel Shooting in Columbia

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-Columbia Police investigators have arrested three males in connection with a shooting and armed robbery that occurred at a local hotel earlier this week. Devonte Anderson,22, Aaron Brown,18, and a minor have…

Teen Who Drowned in Lake Carolina Identified

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The Richland County Coroner has released the identity of the teenager who drowned Tuesday night. Richland County Coroner Gary Watts says that Elias Pierre,15 died as a result of asphyxia…

Samsung investing $380M in Newberry, creating 950 jobs

Samsung is investing $380 million in South Carolina to manufacture home appliances, creating an estimated 950 jobs over the next three years.

Bill Cosby quashes any notion of a 'sexual assault tour'

Bill Cosby is disputing last week’s reports, based on a statement that originated from his camp, about future town halls the comedian may be holding.

Trio arrested in burglary ring, deputies say

Investigators with the Richland County Sheriff's Department say after a four month long investigation, they have arrested the final suspect in a burglary ring.

One killed in possible hostage situation at apartment complex

North Charleston police officials say a man barricaded himself in a an apartment with a woman who was suffering from a gunshot wound.

Officials: Crews Recover Body of Teen in Lake Carolina

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The body of a teen missing in the waters of Lake Carolina was recovered around 2am Wednesday morning say Columbia Fire Officials. Columbia Fire, SC DNR and Richland County…

West Nile Detected In Lowcountry, DHEC Wants Public's Help

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- West Nile has been detected in South Carolina for the first time this year. The Department of Health and Environmental Control and Beaufort County officials confirm mosquitoes in the Lowcountry have tested…

Wendy Brawley Sworn In As District 70 Representative

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- a ceremony surrounded by friends, family and other lawmakers, Wendy Brawley officially became a representative of S.C. House District 70. Wendy Brawley represents parts of Lower Richland and…

Officers indicted in death of Laquan McDonald

Three "current or former" Chicago police officers have been indicted on state felony charges related to the 2014 death of 17-year-old Laquan McDonald, according to officials.

Massive cyberattack sweeping across Europe, US

A massive cyberattack that freezes computers and demands a ransom to open them has hit companies in the U.S. and around the world today, U.S. officials and private cybersecurity analysts say.

Cause of deadly house fire under investigation

The woman who died as the result of a house fire on Monday in the 500 block of Cedar Lane has been identified.

McConnell delays Senate health bill vote amid lack of support

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell told Republican senators he is delaying a vote on the GOP health care bill until after the Fourth of July recess because he does not have the votes to move it to debate, two senior Senate Republican aides tell ABC News.