Photo by: Elijah Nixon COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – The leader of House Democrats’ political arm wants to build on 2018 midterm gains by turning out more voters who are young and diverse. Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Chairwoman Cheri Bustos said Friday that the organization is honing in on 70-plus districts held by Republicans or newly-minted Democrats. The Illinois Democrat spoke…
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Another round of strong to possibly severe thunderstorms may move through the Midlands Saturday afternoon and evening. A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of South Carolina until 9 p.m. A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina until 9 PM EDT pic.twitter.com/5nZqPXX20l — NWS Columbia (@NWSColumbia) June…
LEXINGTON, S.C. – A Lexington County deputy is on paid administrative leave after South Carolina state troopers say he hit another car while driving under the influence. Troopers say they arrested Robert Scott Smith, 57, after he failed a field sobriety test and refused to take a Breathalyzer test. Smith, who has been a Lexington County deputy since 1983, was…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you’re headed to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden this weekend, check out the Elephants. The Zoo will soon be saying goodbye to some of its oldest residents. A pair of elephants, 48-year-old Robin and 37-year-old Belle will be transferred to a new herd. Image Riverbanks Zoo Courtesy: Larry Cameron Riverbanks Zoo officials say they are working with…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Hundreds waited for hours not only to get their hands on some fresh fried fish, but some say they also wanted to get a better idea of who they want to rally behind in February’s primary. As part of Rep. Jim Clyburn’s (D-SC) annual “World Famous Fish Fry”, most of the 24 candidates made an appearance…
(CNN) — Toys “R” Us stores are coming back this year. Richard Barry, CEO of Tru Kids Brands and former global chief merchandising officer at Toys “R” Us, plans to open at least two Toys “R” Us stores this year, according to a person familiar with Barry’s plans. Tru Kids Brands’ owners won the rights to the Toys “R” Us…
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Flying can be stressful, and the Columbia Metropolitan Airport offered a little zen! More than 125 people took part in International Yoga Day at the airport. the event included lessons in stress. Five 45-minute classes were offered near the departure gates. Organizers say there is also chair yoga for those getting ready to catch a flight….
It’s officially summer and that means a lot of kids are headed off the enjoy some time at camp.
All eyes are on South Carolina tonight as the state Democratic Party hosts 2020 presidential candidates as part of its democratic convention.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Attorneys for the South Carolina man convicted of murdering his five children have appealed the rulings to the state Supreme Court. Timothy Jones Jr. was found guilty on June 4 and sentenced to death just over a week later. In the notice of appeal to the Supreme Court, Jones’ attorneys referenced Judge Griffith denying the defense’s…
