Former Gamecock standout A’ja Wilson has been drafted number one overall by the Las Vegas Aces in this years WNBA Draft. It is the first time that a woman from the state of South Carolina has been the number one pick.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The legislative session is wrapping up. There is only about a month is left for lawmakers to get some work done, but it is not likely any more bills will be passed. Some lawmakers described the session as disappointing. Saying they did not get nearly as much done as they were hoping. “We got a few things done, but…
Robert D. Johnson Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) – Robert Dumon Johnson, age 36, of Gaston, pled guilty earlier today to the 2016 murders of Brenda Posey and Harry Smith in Lexington County. Eleventh Circuit Solicitor Rick Hubbard stated, “I’d like to commend the hard work of Deputy Solicitor Shawn Graham and also thank law enforcement for their tireless efforts in this investigation,…
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)– A Sumter man is accused of sexually assaulting a five year old and a six year old. Brian Barefoot is charged with two counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct with a Minor. Investigators say the alleged abuse took place between November of last year and April of 2018. Categories: Local News, News, Sumter
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Richland Co. deputies are investigating an overnight drive-by shooting. Investigators say just before 9pm Wednesday night deputies responded to a home on Emerald Valley Rd. near I-20. Deputies say a man was shot in the upper body. Awitness told investigators the shot came from an unidentified car. If you have any information on this incident call the…
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)– A chase involving a Richland Co. deputy ended in a crash Thursday morning. Investigators say around 8am Thursday the deputy was pursuing a suspect in a stolen car on Garners Ferry Rd. The suspect and the deputy ended up crashing at the Leesburg Rd. intersection. No injuries were reported. Deputies say the suspect is in custody….
WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Get ready to roll. The City of West Columbia will host Kinetic Derby Day on April 21st. Along with the Derby, will be The Arts Fairwaye located along the 100 – 300 Blocks of State Street, from 10 AM – 5 PM, during Kinetic Derby Day, say organizers. For more information and registration visit www.kineticderbyday.com. Per the City of West Columbia:…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – If you’re planning any trips this summer you might want to plan on spending more in gas. Consumer experts say gas prices will be 14% higher than last summer. The price is rising due to the increase in global oil prices. AAA says the average price for a gallon of gas currently stands at $2.66. Those…
Spring has sprung and it definitely looked like it at the South Carolina State House thanks to a generous donation.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– After their beloved 16-year-old son Davis Cripe died from drinking too much caffeine, the family is now speaking out. “The hardest thing a parent could ever go through. Living without your child. And we don’t want other parents to have to go through this when there’s something that could be done to save other kids,” Heidi Cripe…
