Lightning Strikes and safety
CNN--According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the chance of being struck by lightning in a given year is less than one in a million. But a few recent high-profile cases make clear…
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SC Governor McMaster signs Family Leave Bill into law
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Thursday morning Gov. Henry McMaster signed the Family Leave Bill into law. The law provides state employees with up to six weeks of paid family leave for the birth, adoption,…
All Pelion area schools eligible for no-cost meals
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Good news for parents with students in Pelion. According to a spokesperson for Lexington School Dist. One, the district is participating in the Community Eligibility Provision as part of…
Small fire under investigation at DJJ school
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- A spokesperson for the Department of Juvenile Justice says there was a small fire on its Broad River Rd. campus Thursday morning. Officials say it was in the woodworking shop behind the Birchwood School, a staff member…
Police release picture of murder suspect's car in recent shooting
The Richland County Coroner's Office has identified the victim in a recent shooting at North Pointe Estates.
School board votes unanimously to terminate Uvalde police chief
Uvalde school board officials unanimously voted Wednesday to fire Pete Arredondo, the school district's police chief, exactly three months after the school shooting that killed 19 students and two teachers. The termination is effective immediately.
Spencer Rattler Named to Johnny Unitas Watch List
South Carolina Quarterback Spencer Rattler has been named to the Johnny Unitas watch list.
President Biden announces student loan forgiveness
ABC NEWS-- President Joe Biden's loan forgiveness announcement called for the cancellation of student loan debt up to $20,000 per borrower. But there are critics on both sides of the aisle. ABC's Morgan…
Survey: SC among student debt leaders
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- South Carolina is among the state's with the most student loan debt. According to wallet-hub dot com, South Carolina ranks 9th when it comes to those still owing money on their education.…
Gas line break prompts shelter-in-place order on Hardscrabble Rd.
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- According to the Columbia Fire Dept., Dominion has stopped a gas leak and traffic has been reopened on Hardscrabble Rd. Earlier in the day a spokesperson for the Columbia Fire…
CPD: Shooting investigation at Walmart on Forest Drive
The Columbia Police Department says they are investigating a shooting at a Walmart on Forest Drive Tuesday night.
Lexington leaders announce Virginia Hylton Park expansion and renovation
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) - The town of Lexington is renovating and expanding Virginia Hylton Park. During a groundbreaking ceremony council members shared what the community can expect from the project. The project comes…
Home invasion death ruled justifiable homicide
A spokesperson for the Lexington Police Department says a recent shooting that resulted in a death was determined to be a justifiable homicide. On August 16th, police say Matthew Stanfield of Colorado entered the home of his sister in the…
Charges dropped against former deputy
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--According to Richland Co. Court officials charges against former Richland Co. Deputy Kyle Oliver were dropped Tuesday. Officials say the charges were dropped by Judge Phillip Newsome after the alleged victim did not appear in court. In…
SCDEW: Workers in SC quitting jobs at near record pace
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- South Carolinians are quitting their jobs at a near record pace. According to the Department of Employment and Workforce, more than 82,000 people quit their jobs in June. The agency says that's one in every 27 people…
Study: Midlands districts among most and least equitable in the state
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-One survey says some of the most and least equitable school districts in the state are right here in the Midlands. According to a survey by Wallethub.com, equity in education is defined by both high and low income…
Registered sex offender sentenced to 15 years for sexual battery of 14 year old
A registered sex offender has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for the sexual battery of a 14 year old girl in Lexington county.
Police search for woman accused of gas station assault
The Lexington Police Department needs help identifying a woman accused of assault.
Owner of Five Points shop hopes to inspire other young entrepreneurs
A new business in downtown Five Points is getting a lot of attention on social media for its style and creativity.
Study shows women's equality among worst in S.C.
South Carolina is among the worst states in the country when it comes to women's equality.
