Area law enforcement gear up State House rallies
Columbia,SC ( WOLO) --- There are several groups of protesters who plan to converge at the State House Friday and Saturday. After peaceful protests in May turned violent in the Capital City.…
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President Donald Trump accepts Republican nomination during RNC
(ABC News) -- Facing multiple crises, a hurricane, the shooting of Jacob Blake and the coronavirus pandemic. President Donald Trump making his case for re-election. Mary Moloney has more on the final…
'One Republic Militia' to protest while legally carrying concealed weapons
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- also happening at the state house tomorrow.. a group called One Republic Militia will gather for an event they're calling 'SC Stands'. The organization's leader telling ABC Columbia "we want…
A look inside a middle school classroom during the COVID-19 pandemic
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- School districts across the state are gearing up for the start of another school year, with some having students back for face-to-face instruction. Lexington Two plans on starting the…
Why getting a flu shot this fall is especially important
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- It's that time of year again when it's recommended to get your flu shot. But this year, that suggestion is even more critical as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. “Now is…
Three additional houses on UofSC's Greek Village under quarantine
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Three more houses at UofSC's Greek Village have been placed under quarantine. A spokesperson for the university says the quarantine was put in place after several residents tested positive for COVID-19.…
Police: One in custody, one wanted in attempted murder
West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Investigators in West Columbia are searching for a suspect wanted in connection to a shooting. Police say it happened on August 15th on Leaphart St. Details surrounding the circumstances of…
Survey: SC has 8th fastest recovery for weekly unemployment
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--When it comes to job recovery, South Carolina is among the nation's best. According to wallethub.com, South Carolina has the 8th fastest recovery for weekly unemployment claims in the country. The survey was based on three metrics, comparing…
Family of Wisconsin man shot several times pleads for peace
(CNN) at the request of the Wisconsin Governor, President Donald Trump is sending the National Guard and federal law enforcement to Kenosha after protests turned deadly. The community's outrage comes after officers shot Jacob…
Mayor Benjamin: Everyone needs to do their part to edge out the COVID-19 pandemic
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin said more needs to be done by all South Carolina citizens to curb the spread of COVID-19, saying everyone in South Carolina has a role to…
Group of Mayors sue federal government over 'ghost guns'
Columbia, SC (Associated Press) --Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin is part of a group of Mayors that are suing the federal government over what they are calling a 'public safety threat'. Wednesday Mayor…
Some of the biggest moments during the third night of the RNC
(ABC News) --- Republicans continued their pitch to the American people to re-elect President Donald J. Trump. Wednesday headline speaker, Vice President Mike Pence who addressed the pandemic and racial unrest unfolding in…
Governor recognizes Darlington Raceway for contributions made to SC
Governor Henry McMaster spent Wednesday recognizing the Darlington Raceway for its contributions to the state of South Carolina. Dalington Raceway was the first venue to hold a live sporting event following mass…
SC applies for federal Lost Wages Assistance program
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- South Carolina has officially applied for more help for those put out of work by the COVID-19 pandemic. Today the Governor's Office and the Department of Employment and Workforce announced the state submitted its grant application for…
BLM SC organizing peaceful marches, protests in Columbia
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Black Lives Matter South Carolina (BLM SC), and partner groups, are planning a weekend of marches and protests in downtown Columbia. Protesters will be taking to the streets of Columbia again, both Friday and Saturday in…
Suspects wanted in Laundromat thefts
Orangeburg Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Orangeburg Co. deputies say they are seeking several suspects who they say tried to break into machines at a local laundromat. Deputies say last Friday at around 2:30am a white…
Richland Co. Deputies searching for missing woman
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Richland Co. deputies are searching for a woman who's been missing for more than three weeks. Barbara Diamond was last seen near the Taco Bell off Broad River Rd. on August…
Deputies: Response to domestic situation, shooting leads to drug arrest
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)-- Sumter Co. deputies say a shooting investigation also yielded a drug arrest. Investigators say when they responded to a report of a domestic situation at a home on Derwent Dr. on…
Marking 100 years of women voting in Columbia
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Celebrating 100 years of women's right to vote. Wednesday is 'She Did' day in Columbia. Wednesday morning Historic Columbia, the Women's Rights Empowerment Network, and the League of Women Voters held…
Pedestrian seriously injured in hit and run
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- The highway patrol is looking for answers after a hit and run last Friday night. Investigators say it happened around 9:30 on Busbee Rd. near Pasture Rd. in Lexington Co.. According to troopers either a truck…
