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Teen Charged in Connection to a Deadly Shooting

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- A teenager has been charged in connection to a deadly shooting that happened back in March. Columbia Police investigators have charged Donte Anthony Foske, 19, with Accessory after the fact of murder and Possession of a stolen vehicle. Authorities say, Foske and two other male suspects are accused of shooting 28-year-old Marvin Webber at the 7300 block…

SC DHEC officials say 6 more have died from flu

GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) – State health officials say six more people died of flu in South Carolina during the last flu season. The Greenville News reports that figures from the state Department of Health and Environmental Control show that brings the total numbers of deaths from the virus this season to 53. Most of those – 42 – were ages…

Staley Speaks on her “Netlace’s” Meaning for Dreamers

Ever since the Gamecocks cut down the nets in Dallas, Dawn Staley’s been seen everywhere wearing her piece of history. There’s a reason for that. The Gamecocks’ head coach isn’t rocking the piece of her program’s first ever national championship to be boastful, but to inspire. Staley spoke at the Gamecocks’ title parade on Sunday about the reason behind her…

Mayor Renames Block to CLA “Dawn Staley Way”

While recounting the Gamecocks’ journey to the top at their NCAA Championship parade Sunday, Carolina head coach Dawn Staley was provided with another, but unexpected blessing. The block leading up to Colonial Life Arena on Lincoln St., between Pendleton and Assembly, will now be known as “Dawn Staley Way”. Columbia’s Mayor Steve Benjamin announced the renaming of the street on…

Thousands Show up to USC’s Championship Parade

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Thousands of Gamecock fans filled downtown Columbia for the University of South Carolina Women’s Basketball team’s NCAA National Championship with a parade. A sea of garnet and black poured into the streets to honor the ladies who brought back home a championship title. Speakers at the event were Mayor Steve Benjamin, Congressman Jim Clyburn, athletui Director Ray…

USC Alum Pulls Off Surprise Proposal at Parade

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- It was a celebration of love at the University of South Carolina’s basketball parade on Sunday. A USC alum, TyShawn Dow, surprised his girlfriend of 6 years with a proposal at the end of the parade celebration. With a little help from Mayor Benjamin , Dow got the crowds attention and was able propose. “I was very…

Motorcyclist Killed in Crash

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO) – A motorcyclist is dead after crashing into a tow truck Saturday night. Richland County Coroner Gary Watts says, Sean Crosby White,40, of Columbia died after his motorcycle collided with a tow truck. Troopers say White was driving North on Two Notch Road when he crashed into a tow truck that was making a left turn….

Coroner Identifies Man Killed In Overnight Shooting

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Columbia Police are investigating after an apparent break-in ended with a man fatally shot. Officers say they were initially dispatched to the scene for a burglary call and saw signs of a break-in. When they entered the home to investigate further, they found a man deceased. Officers also learned that several electronics were stolen from the home. According…

City Parade to Celebrate NCAA Women’s Basketball National Championship

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–It’s almost time for Gamecock fans to celebration a Basketball National Championship. Columbia Major Steve Benjamin has announced the City will honor the South Carolina’s NCAA Women’s Basketball National Championship with a parade on Sunday at 3pm. According to officials, here are the details for anyone who wants to join in on the celebration:   The parade route…