Update: Lexington Police say all lanes on Columbia Avenue are back open
Lexington Police say all lanes on Columbia Avenue are back open near that intersection today. This was due to multiple accidents.
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Suspect Considered Armed and Dangerous For Shooting At Waverly Place Apartments
Columbia Police say they need your help finding a shooting suspect considered to be armed and dangerous after shooting a female.
Construction to begin on Girl Scout Leadership Center
Girl Scouts of South Carolina-Mountains to Midlands is celebrating the start of construction on the Cathy Novinger Girl Scout Leadership Center.
I-20 Reopens After Fatal Accident on Sunday: SC Highway Patrol
South Carolina Highway Patrol troopers say I-20 is back open this morning after an accident killed one person on Sunday.
Memorial Service set for Fallen Florence Police Officer Sgt. Carraway
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Family, friends and the public will say goodbye to Florence Police Officer Terrence Carraway who was killed in the line of duty last Wednesday. The Richland County Sheriff's Department released information about the public viewing. It will…
Lexington man killed in shooting
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Police are investigating a shooting that left one man dead Saturday night. The shooting happened in the 7000 block of Garners Ferry Road around 9:30p.m. Desmond Alonzo Jacori Bates,22, of Lexington, died from a gunshot wound…
Joe Biden to campaign for democratic gubernatorial nominee in Charleston
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Former Vice President Joe Biden will return to South Carolina on Oct. 13 to campaign for James Smith, the Democratic nominee for governor. The State reports Smith's campaign spokesman, Brad Warthen, confirmed Saturday that Biden will stump for Smith…
Feds release report on deadly South Carolina plane crash
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Federal regulators have released a preliminary report on a plane crash at a South Carolina airport that left two people dead. The National Transportation Safety Board's report Friday states the braking anti-skid switch was inoperative on the…
Historical marker unveiling for Benjamin Mack House in Richland County
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- On Sunday a Historical marker will be unveiled for the Benjamin Mack House in Richland County. According to county officials, Mack , an unsung leader of the Civil Rights movement, will be recognized at 1:30 p.m. Sunday,…
Clemson runs past Wake Forest in "most complete game of the season"
Clemson had three running backs eclipse 125 yards for the first time in school history, running for a record 11.8 yards per carry, defeating Wake Forest 63-3.
USC working on plan for metal detectors at Williams Brice stadium
COLUMBIA, S.C. -- USC is working on new safety measures. Officials say, in a continuing effort to create a safe environment at home athletic events, the University of South Carolina is working on a plan to permanently install metal detectors…
South Carolina Governor Debates set for October
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina voters are getting two final opportunities to see the candidates vying for governor faceoff in debates. Two debates have been scheduled between Gov. Henry McMaster and his Democratic challenger, state Rep. James Smith. The…
Bubbie's Jewish Food Extravaganza set for November
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Bubbie's Brisket and Bakery is coming to Beth Shalom Synagogue on Sunday, November 11th. The Jewish food extravaganza features savory and sweet treats. It takes place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bubbie's Brisket and Bakery's 10th…
USC implementing heat management plan for Missouri game Saturday
High temperatures are expected for Saturday’s football game between South Carolina and Missouri at Williams-Brice Stadium, scheduled for a noon ET kickoff.
Unclaimed Veteran given funeral with full Military honors
On Friday, an unclaimed Veteran was laid to rest with full military honors.
Here's the mug shot of the suspect accused of ambushing law enforcement officers, killing one
FLORENCE, SC (WOLO) - The 74-year-old suspect accused of ambushing law enforcement officers and opening fire on them Wednesday, has been booked into jail. Frederick Hopkins was released from a medical facility Friday…
Florence law enforcement officers were ambushed, "shot without warning"
FLORENCE, SC (WOLO) - The Sheriff in charge of investigating the shooting of multiple law enforcement officers in Florence described it as an ambush. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott shared new information during…
Irmo Police Chase, Suspects in Custody
[gtxvideo vid='FmCp05yG' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/FmCp05yG.jpg' vtitle='Irmo Police Chase, Suspects in Custody'] IRMO, SC (WOLO)-- Irmo Police say two suspects are in custody after an early morning chase Friday. Irmo police say around 4am officers tried to pull over a U-Haul box truck on…
Florence County shooting suspect officially charged with murder of police officer
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Friday afternoon Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott announced new charges in connection to the shooting death of a Florence Police Officer and the injuries of six other officers. According to Lott, Fred Hopkins has been charged in…
Gas Prices on the increase this Fall
[gtxvideo vid='jRKTm1DO' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/jRKTm1DO.jpg' vtitle='Gas Prices on the increase this Fall'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Gas prices in Columbia are going up as we head into fall. According to a Gas Buddy survey, the average price of gas in Columbia is $2.56 per…
Memorial set for fallen Florence officer
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$100,000 lottery prize still unclaimed
On Thursday, the lottery announced someone purchased a Palmetto Cash 5 ticket worth 100 thousan dollars.
Public Viewing for Fallen Florence Officer set for Monday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Family, friends and the public will say goodbye to Florence Police Officer Terrence Carraway who was killed in the line of duty Wednesday. The Richland County Sheriff's Department released information about the public viewing. It will take…
Florence Police Chief on Officers shot and rescue efforts
FLORENCE, S.C. (AP) - A South Carolina police chief estimates about 30 minutes elapsed before seven law enforcement officers who had been shot could be rescued. Florence Police Chief Allen Heidler said Thursday at a news conference that about a…
EXCLUSIVE: Kassy Alia responds to deadly Florence police shooting
The widow of a fallen officer reaches out to the victims of the deadly police involved shooting in Florence to aid in recovery through non profit organization.
