OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) – Facebook banned a large group called “Stop the Steal” that supporters of President Donald Trump were using to organize protests against the presidential vote count. Some members had called for violence, while many falsely claimed that Democrats are “stealing” the election from Republicans. Though the group amassed more than 350,000 members before Facebook took it down…
Supports of President Donald Trump holds signs during a demonstration outside the State Farm Arena where Fulton County has a voting counting operation, Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) WASHINGTON (AP) – Some Republicans are breaking with President Donald Trump as he attempts to falsely declare victory in the presidential race and halt vote counting in Pennsylvania…
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Lace up your shoes. The University of South Carolina is hosting a virtual 5-K event to help raise money for veterans. The 5-k runs this Friday November 6, 2020 through Sunday November 8, 2020. You can take part in a number of challenges like walking, running or you can ruck. Officials say those participating in the…
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Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) — Starting Monday November 2, middle and high school students will return to face to face instruction with students split into smaller groups for hybrid learning. This is the second nine week grading period for Orangeburg schools and officials say they are ready to transition into a new phase of learning for some students who have been…
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Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) wants to make sure your children are safe as they venture out for sweet treats this Halloween. As an extra layer of security, every year SCDPPPS puts a curfew in place and this year is no exception. Department officials say a curfew will be strictly…
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Friday night, for the second and final time, Senator Lindsey Graham and his opponent, Jamie Harrison debated eachother in hopes of proving to voters their the right choice to represent South Carolina in the nation’s Capitol. The candidates touched on various issues like police reform, health care, climate change, the economy and coronavirus. The two disagreeing…
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Halloween is right around the corner, and while some may not feel comfortable allowing their children to take part in the typically door to door trick-o-treat experience because of the coronavirus, all is not lost. The Hampton – Preston Mansion and Gardens is hosting an outdoor movie night featuring the family friendly Halloween comedy ‘Hocus Pocus’….
West Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Wednesday evening Airport High School held its annual ‘Trick-or Treat Lane event. Hundreds of people grabbed their goodie bags to trick-or-treat, play games and even take part in carnival activities. Due to COVID-19, some restrictions were in place to help keep everyone safe from possible exposure. One Airport High School teacher who helps organize ‘Trick-or-Treat…
