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President Trump pulls US out of Iran nuclear deal

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WOLO) – President Donald Trump followed through on his campaign promise Tuesday (5/8) and pulled the United States out of the Iran nuclear deal. President Trump called the deal defective at its core saying, “It gives Iran too much room to cheat on nuclear weapons development. Not only does the deal fail to halt Iran’s nuclear ambitions but…

Legislative Session Wraps Up In Days, Where Does That Leave V.C. Summer Nuclear Project and Ratepayers?

Columbia, SC (WOLO)– There are only two days left of General Session for the State Legislature and not a single law has been passed relieving ratepayers from the failed VC Summer Nuclear Project. According to Senator Mike Fanning (D, Fairfield), ratepayers have a lot going for them. It is locked in that rates will be reduced. The Conference committee cannot…

Orangeburg man charged with sexually assaulting two minors

Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO) – Orangeburg County Sheriff Ravenell announced that 44-year-old Billy Joe Davis has been charged with sexually assaulting two minors. Davis has been charged with one count of first-degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor, third-degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor between 14 and 16 years old and disseminating obscene material to a minor. “This is just…

Fifth Suspect Arrested in Sumter Murder

  Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)–The final suspect in the murder of a Sumter man found dumped in Lake Marion is in custody. We’re told Anthony Dill turned himself in Tuesday Dill faces an accessory to murder after the fact charge. Investigators say Dill was among a group of people who buried Jerry Johnson twice before dumping his body in Lake Marion….

Former State Treasurer Named as Suspect in Rape Investigation

Charleston, S.C. (WOLO)– A former state treasurer turned reality tv star has been named as a suspect in a rape. According to an incident report obtained by ABC Columbia News from the Charleston Police Department, Thomas Ravenel is accused in an incident that took place in January of 2015. It’s important to note that he has not been charged in…

Video Lexington Deputies: Searching for Suspects Who Stole Machinery

LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)–Lexington County Deputies are searching for two suspected thieves. Deputies need your help finding two people, they say, stole an expensive piece of machinery from the Northern Tool and Equipment store on Tuesday. If you have any information call crimestoppers. Video surveillance provided by Sheriff’s Department. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Lexington County Sheriff’s Department

Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin Inaugurated- 76th President U.S Conference Mayors

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Mayor Steve Benjamin has officially been inaugurated as the 76th President of the U.S. Conference of Mayors. The inauguration took place Monday night at the Convention Center. During the ceremony Mayor Benjamin delivered a speech announcing his priorities for the year ahead which is focused around infrastructure , innovation, and inclusion. As president – Mayor Benjamin will oversee…

Good Morning Curtis- Live Inside ‘The Escape Plan’ Columbia

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Curtis Wilson, Co-anchor of Good Morning Columbia , was live Tuesday morning at Escape Plan Columbia. They are offering four unique rooms and we’re getting an inside look. Curtis tried to escape one of the rooms based on the Jefferson Hotel in Columbia, heading to the 23rd floor in the rooms elevator. Curtis is live in the field…

Gov. McMaster to join SC Officials for Hurricane tabletop exercise

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Hurricane Season begins June 1st. On Tuesday South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster will join state officials for a hurricane tabletop exercise. It will take place at the South Carolina Hospital Association Conference Center. State Emergency officials are prepping for the season, making sure South Carolina is ready.     Categories: Local News, News Tags: Hurricane