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Coroner Identifies Man Killed During Online Sale Meet and Deal

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–The Richland County Coroner has identified a man shot during what police say was a meet and deal gone wrong. Coroner Gary Watts says 23 year old Jaquel Deshawn Cornelius died from gunshot wounds to the torso and neck. The Sheriff’s Department says the shooting happened in the 11 – hundred block of Pinelane Road last night. Deputies…

Facebook: Russian content may have reached 126M

Facebook: Russian-linked content may have reached 126 million during 2016 election

Facebook, one of the world’s largest social media networks, will reveal for the first time on Tuesday that Russian-linked content may have reached as many as 126 million people across the platform during the 2016 U.S. presidential election.

Governor Henry McMaster Reacts to SCANA Executive Departure

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster released the following statement Tuesday, in response to the departure of SCANA executives:   “While this decision indicates that SCANA is beginning to fully understand the devastating consequences of abandoning the VC Summer project, any effort to regain the public’s trust starts with no longer charging ratepayers for this failed project, and refunding them the…

Last Minute Costume Ideas That Won’t Scare Your Wallet

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- If you still haven’t purchased your Halloween costume yet, don’t worry, here are some ideas that won’t scare your wallet. “The closer we get to Halloween its easier to come in here grab a hat, some glasses. some ears, anything that is quick and easy to go on top of what you’re already wearing,” Halloween Express Manager, Kimberly…

Richland Library’s ‘Not so Spooky Halloween Stroll’

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Ghosts and goblins will make their way up and down Main Street this Halloween. The Richland County Library will once again host the “Not-So-Spooky Halloween Stroll”, in downtown Columbia. It will take place from 3pm to 5pm. Businesses taking part on Main Street will hand out treats for the kids. You can walk through the Main Street District for…