Evangelical Leaders Seek Haley’s Help on Transgender Issue
The presidents of seven evangelical Christian colleges want South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley to protect institutions like theirs from mandates on the use of bathrooms by transgender students.
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CPD Respond to Shots Fired Call on N. Brickyard Road
Authorities with the Columbia Police Department say officers are still investigating after receiving a shots fired call at a home in the 5000 block of North Brickyard Road Monday morning.
WATCH: A Last Minute Getaway
Myrtle Beach, S.C. (WOLO) — The summer may be winding down, but you still have time to get in one more guilt free getaway. You won’t have to go far to take advantage of a little rest and relaxation. Click here to find out how you can basque in the sun without breaking the bank. Categories: Local News, News
Man Shot to Death During Attempted Robbery
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – A 33-year-old man was killed during an attempted armed robbery in Columbia after midnight Sunday. Columbia Police Department officers said Timothy Callahan, of Columbia, died at the hospital. He was shot in the upper and lower body. Several people on the scene rendered aid to Callahan until EMS arrived. According to witnesses, a black man wearing dark clothing shot Callahan after…
Lexington Woman Killed in Hit and Run on Millwood Avenue
A Lexington woman died after a hit and run at the intersection of Millwood Avenue and King Street in Columbia Saturday evening, around 7:30 p.m.
Girl Grazed by Bullet in Shooting
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Columbia Police investigators are searching for answers after a young girl was grazed by a bullet during a shooting Saturday morning on McKinley Street. It happened in the 2400 block. Authorities said the girl was taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. If you know something that could help investigators, call 1-888-CRIME-SC. Categories: Local News,…
Camden High Wins Annual Fundraiser for Charity
KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – Kershaw County School District High Schools raised more than $47,500 for United Way of Kershaw County in their first week of school. Camden High School raised more than $25,000, winning this year’s Caring Cup. This is the 8th year of the competition. In total, students have raised close to $300,000 for the local branch of…
Gas Prices Down at the Pump in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you’re filling up at the pump, you’ll have some extra change. According to GasBuddy gasoline prices in Columbia have fallen 1.2 cents per gallon in the past week/ Right now Midlands Drivers are paying an average $1.79 a gallon. Nationally, drivers are paying $2.12/gallon. According to GasBuddy, prices are around 35.2 cents per gallon lower than…
Sumter Man Charged in Murder after Argument
SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO) – Sumter Police say an argument led to a fatal shooting in Sumter Friday afternoon. Investigators have charged Nathan McBride, 74, in the death of Jermaine Williams, 45. They say McBride and Williams were arguing at McBride’s home, when Williams drove away. Police say McBride followed him, and when Williams stopped his car on Council Street near its intersection…
Watch: In the Kitchen with Local Girl on Food Network Show
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–A Midlands girl is going for the win! An H.E. Corley Elementary School student will take her love of cooking to a competitive level on national television. Tyra Jefferson of Irmo is a contestant on the Food Network show “Star Kids.” You can see Tyra on the show Monday, August 22 at 8 p.m. Categories: Local News, News…
