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Murder Charges Possible for Warehouse Fire
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) _ Investigators with the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives are helping with the probe of a warehouse blaze in Oakland, California, that killed 36 people. Investigators believe they’ve found that spot where the fire started, but they don’t yet know how it began. Meanwhile, the Coroner’s Bureau in Alameda County has identified 10…
Vegetarian Diets: Medical Minute
ABC NEWS– Whether you are a meat eater or plan to go Vegan, experts say it’s important to know how the diet will impact your health. Here’s ABC’S Dr. Timothy Johnson. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Health
Benedict College Host Vigil For Students Mourning
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – Students and staff at Benedict College held a candle light vigil for Rashee Hodges. Hodges was a college athlete whose life was cut short after being struck by a car on Sunday. Hodges basketball coach, Fred Watson, told WOLO that his life has been changed forever. “This has definitely been the toughest thing I’ve ever had…
Traffic Alert in Richland County Off Sunset Drive
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Drivers who use Sunset and North Main for their commute may want to look for a different route this week. Richland County Officials say SCE&G will be closing the westbound lane of Sunset Drive at the intersection of Sunset Drive and North Main Street. The closure will be between the hours of 7p.m. – 5a.m. daily through December…
Gov. Haley Urges Understanding After Slager Mistrial
Gov. Haley wants South Carolinians to walk in understanding after Slager Mistrial
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley says she’s urging South Carolinians to walk the path they have walked the past two years _ one of faith, love and understanding _ in the wake of the mistrial in the Michael Slager case. Slager is the white former police officer charged with murder in the shooting death of Walter Scott, an…
Jimmy Kimmel Will Host the Oscars in 2017
Jimmy Kimmel will host the Academy Awards next year, he tweeted Monday.
City of Columbia Food Drive
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– It’s time for the holidays and the City of Columbia is asking for your help, to help those in need. According to City officials, the food drive is held each year to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy of community service. Some requested items include canned fruit and vegetables, dry goods and canned meats. The…
New Survey Shows Package Theft on the Rise in America
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — New data shows that package thefts are on the rise. According to Nextdoor.com a survey shows 42 percent of people report having a package stolen. Richland County Sheriff’s deputies and United States Postal Service officials agree it’s important to have someone willing to accept and sign for your deliveries. Categories: Local News, National News
Governor’s Mansion Christmas Open House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley is opening the governor’s mansion so the public can see the home decorated for Christmas. Haley’s open house Is from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday. It is free of charge, but Haley is asking guests to being canned goods to donate to Harvest Hope Food Bank. The Columbia Garden Club…
