COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – Lawyers for a white former South Carolina police officer charged with killing an unarmed black man running away from a traffic stop are seeking dismissal of his federal charges. The request filed Monday by attorneys for Michael Slager contends that forcing the former officer to defend himself against simultaneous state and federal charges in the death…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- A new center at USC is dedicated to making sure students of every background have equal opportunities to learn in the classroom. Some students may find it difficult to relate to subjects being taught in school. Dr. Gloria Boutté of USC says the Center for Education and Equity of African American students may bring solutions. “Our is…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Tuesday pastors from across the state gathered at the State House for the first “Pastor’s Day at the State House” event. Dozens of pastors started the day at the Baptist Collegiate Ministry Building before heading to talk with Lawmakers. Organizers say their goal was to connect with lawmakers and offer spiritual support. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster was…
The Sumter County’s Sheriff’s Office will give an update on the case of missing woman.
Mazda is recalling about 174,000 small cars in the U.S. because the seats can change angles suddenly, making the vehicles hard to drive.
Columbia Fire Department responded to a structure on Two Notch Road Tuesday morning.
South Korean media reported Tuesday that Kim Jong Nam, older brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, was assassinated at a Kuala Lumpur airport by two women, though Malaysian officials would say only that a North Korean man died after suddenly becoming ill at the airport
In the immediate aftermath of national security adviser Michael Flynn’s resignation, ABC News has learned that retired Navy Vice Adm. Robert Harward and former CIA Director David Petraeus are two of the potential candidates to replace him.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Tuesday pastors from across the state will gather at the State House for the first “Pastor’s Day at the State House” event. Over 150 pastors are scheduled to be in attendance. According to organizers, the event will begin at the Baptist Collegiate Ministry Building (819 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201) with a private program featuring presentations from…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- ‘Love thy neighbor’ is the old saying being brought to life by the Richland County Sheriff’s Department. Ahead of Valentine’s day sheriff’s deputies decided to spread love Monday evening by giving back to the community. Deputies handed out 40 free Chick-Fil-A gift cards to residents who live on Aster Street and Aster Court. Officers said this is a…
