Governor Haley Calls an End to Bikefest
According top our sister station WPDE, Haley addressed members of the media and the community this morning after a closed door meeting with area officials about this past weekend's violence.
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Assault Suspect Still On The Loose
Richland County, SC (WOLO)- A suspect wanted in an attempted sexual assault in Richland County, is still on the loose tonight. just after nine last night, investigators say a woman was walking her dog on Windsor Lake Boulevard, when a man jumped out from in between two cars and attacked her.
Attempted Assault Suspect Still On The Loose
Richland County, SC (WOLO)- A suspect wanted in an attempted sexual assault in Richland County, is still on the loose tonight. just after nine last night, investigators say a woman was walking her dog on Windsor Lake Boulevard, when a man jumped out from in between two cars and attacked her.
C.A.R. Program Repairs Vehicles, People's Lives
The only program of its kind in the state repairs used vehicles and gives them away in an effort to help the working poor repair their lives.
Columbia Mother And Father Receive Life Sentences
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-A judge in Columbia has handed down life sentences to a Columbia Mother and Father. Today, a jury deliberated more than an hour before finding 25-year-old Courtney Thompson and 28-year-old Robert Guinyard Senior guilty of homicide by child abuse.
Sheheen Releases First TV Ad, Endorsed by Lott
The first of several political ads for the Sheheen for South Carolina camp includes an endorsement from one of the most powerful law enforcement officers in the state.
Richland One Selects Interim School Superintendent
The Richland One Board of School Commissioners has chosen Dr. Cynthia Cash-Greene to serve as the district’s interim superintendent, in the aftermath of the retirement of Dr. Percy Mack.
A Study Examines Whether Drinking Diet Soda Can Help You Lose Weight
Columbia, SC (WOLO)- Can Drinking diet soda help you lose weight? A new study published in the journal Obesity, found that it can -- but there's a catch.
Program Warns Against 'Shattered Dreams'
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) -- Soon-to-be teenage drivers get an up close and personal look at what can happen when someone doesn't buckle up, and officials say it's a lesson in real life, outside the classroom.
Apartment Shooting Suspect Surrenders
Richland County, SC (WOLO)- A suspect in a Sunday morning shooting* has turned himself in. Richland county deputies say Channen Ricks is charged with murder.
Free Pet Adoptions
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-The City Of Columbia Animal Shelter hopes you'll take home a fur-ever friend this weekend. The shelter is hosting military appreciation day tomorrow.
Park Ranger Honored for Heroic Rescue
At Saxe Gotha Elementary School the L.E.A.D. program is one way to teach students real life leadership skills. They certainly got that Friday morning in the person of Jared Gurtler, a U.S. Park Ranger lauded for rescuing a family lost in Congaree National Park in April.
Theft From Car On Two Notch Road.
Richland County (WOLO)- Richland County deputies are searching for a man they say was caught on camera stealing items from a car. Investigators say this is surveillance video taken in the parking lot of Walgreens on Two Notch Road.
House Speaker to Challenge Supreme Court Ruling
Speaker of the House Bobby Harrell wants the state's Supreme Court to 'stay any further investigation by the Attorney General,' regarding his the ethics violations case.
More Disclosure in Airline Fees
The government is looking to help airline passengers know the true cost of flying.
Tests Confirm Remains Those of Horry County Woman
FLORENCE, S.C. (AP) _ The Florence County coroner says DNA testing has confirmed that skeletal remains found along the Great Pee Dee River are those of an Horry County woman who has been missing since January.
Assessing Senior Health In South Carolina
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-South Carolina is receiving its marks for just how healthy its seniors are. Today, The United Health Foundation announced its second america’s health rankings senior report.
Vehicle Breakdowns Expected to Surge During Holiday Weekend
Close to a half million South Carolina motorists are expected to hit the roadways for the Memorial Day Holiday weekend. That's the highest number in nine years. A number also expected to surge this year is vehicle breakdowns, due to a brutal winter.
USC Aiken Receives High Marks
Aiken, SC (WOLO)-"The University Of South Carolina Aiken" is receiving top marks for its online programs for veterans.
Inmate Hangs Himself at Lancaster County Jail
LANCASTER, S.C. (AP) _ Sheriff's deputies say a 44-year-old inmate has hanged himself at the Lancaster County jail just one day after he was arrested.
SC Youth Who Accidently Shot Himself Dies
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ A 4-year-old North Charleston boy who accidently shot himself with a pistol last week has died.
Child Porn Arrest In Columbia
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-A Columbia man has been arrested on child porn. 48-year-old Stephen Hammond is charged with 6 counts of sexual exploitation of minors.
Anonymous Donor Assists with Insurance Payments
An unexpected donation to The Cooperative Ministry in Columbia will ensure thousands of Midlands residents already enrolled in the Affordable Care Act are able to keep their insurance coverage.
Suspect Allegely Shoots Man Giving Him Ride
A Columbia man is behind bars after authorities say he unintentionally shot a man giving him a ride to a party.
Man Accused of Kidnapping
A man is in custody after authorities say he's accused of holding his pregnant girlfriend and two kids against their will.
