Columbia, SC (WOLO)– A family is grieving the tragic loss of 14-year-old Tiquan Taylor, also known as Ty by friends and family. The Gray Collegiate Academy student was a budding football and basketball star. Now, not only is his family grieving, but also his sports family. “It’s still striking my heart that he’s gone. Over a game,” Jacues Carlos said, Taylor’s 9-year-old…
Hundreds line up to bid a final farewell to America’s Pastor as he lies in repose.
SUMTER, SC (WOLO) – ABC Columbia received a report from a concerned parent of a student at Lakewood High School in Sumter County regarding a fight that broke out on school grounds on February 20. There is a video of the fight circulating on Facebook. Sumter County deputies say they are currently investigating the altercation and charges could be filed…
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WOLO)- A historically Black university in South Carolina is teaming up with the first fully accredited university in Africa for a unique research partnership. Administrators from Africa University in Zimbabwe visited Claflin University Monday to work on finalizing the details of their new collaboration. “This partnership is one between two United Methodist-related institutions that develop pathways for students and faculty from…
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) – A Gaston man has been arrested after he allegedly rammed a car into the the front of his parent’s home and pointed a weapon at his mother. Monday (2/26), the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department announced the arrest of Joshua Aaron Driggers, 21, who faces charges of attempted murder, pointing and presenting, first degree assault and battery…
A teen has been arrested and charged with possession of a weapon on school property.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– An event honoring the rich history of African Americans took place Sunday at Greenview Park in the city of Columbia. The City of Columbia hosted its “Black History Heritage Ball.” The event celebrated African American history through song, dance, poetry and skits. Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin attended the free event, Sunday. Categories: Local News, News Tags:…
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RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – The Richland County Coroner Gary Watts has identified the teen who died Sunday morning after being shot on St. Andrews Road. Coroner Gary Watts said Tiquan Taylor, 14, was shot yesterday just before 11 a.m. in the 1500 block of St. Andrews Road. Taylor was from Irmo and is reported to have been a basketball…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — A former Airport High School Assistant Principal accused of having sex with a student appeared in a Lexington County Bond court Monday. Dawn P. Diimmler is facing charges of sexual battery, according to Cayce Police. A judge on Monday set a personal recognizance bond at $30,000. The judge also ordered her to appear at the next…
