EDGEFIELD, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities say they have charged a 36-year-old man who lived with an Edgefield couple with killing them, then burning their home. Edgefield County deputies told media outlets that they suspected Dameion Thomas immediately after the Oct. 9 fire, but had to gather enough evidence to charge him with two counts of murder. Investigators say Andrea and…
WILLISTON, S.C. (AP)–Authorities say a man who kidnapped a woman who gave him a ride, then pointed a gun at several people in Williston also attacked three police officers. Aiken County deputies said in a news release that Goldie Bellinger was arrested after assaulting two Aiken County deputies and the Williston police chief. The deputies were released from the hospital….
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a single-vehicle collision that left a Winnsboro County man dead. Troopers said the crash happened Saturday morning on I-77 N at mile marker 20, Columbia. Troopers said Renardo Q. Wood,29, was driving his 2006 Honda Accord northbound on Interstate 77 when the vehicle ran off the right side…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– President-elect Donald Trump will nominate South Carolina Congressman Mike Mulvaney, to be director of the Office of Management and Budget, according to the Associated Press. The announcement is expected to be made on Monday. If confirmed by the senate Mulvaney would manage the White House’s annual proposed budget, program and polices. Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the…
ABC News– The holidays are a time for family gatherings and food, lots of food. So how do you manage to watch what you eat and enjoy the treats ? Here’s ABC’S Dr. Timothy Johnson . Categories: Local News, News
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Looking to bring a furry friend home for the Holidays? The City of Columbia and Lexington Animal Services is hosting a Home for the Holidays Adoption Special for the month of December. The special adoption price will be $25. Also, officials say, gift certificates can be purchased to put towards the adoption of a pet to ensure…
FORT JACKSON, S.C. (AP) – When the clock strikes midnight, some 7,000 soldiers from Fort Jackson are heading home for the holidays by plane, train, bus and personal cars. Army spokesman Pat Jones says departures begin in the early morning hours Saturday to alleviate strain on airports, train stations and bus depots in the region. Jones says transportation planners at…
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) – The president and top officers of the U.S. Conference of Mayors have discussed their priorities and municipal issues with President-elect Donald Trump. Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Cornett, president of the organization, and other mayors met with Trump in New York City Thursday. Topics included infrastructure investment, public safety, unfunded federal mandates and immigration. Cornett says members…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Time is running out for people to buy Christmas gifts for their little ones. Tonight, experts offer safety tips to make sure kids have a fun yet safe Christmas. The Department of Health and Environmental Control issued a toy safety checklist featuring tips like: -Pay close attention to the age recommendations on toys. -Discard the plastic wrappings…
Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO)–“I meant to bust his head wide open.” That is what a corrections officer says Wesley Givens said after he attacked a deputy at the Orangeburg County Courthouse Wednesday. Investigators say the attack took place when Givens refused to enter a holding cell. Sgt. Thomas Stroman ended up with a concussion and several deep cuts to his face….
