USC students row to raise money for families affected by childhood diseases
Students with a physical therapy program at the University of South Carolina will be rowing for 24 consecutive hours to raise awareness and funds for Leo’s pride.
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SC State Museum hosts ' Museum of Oz' after hours
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The South Carolina State Museum has transformed into the Museum of Oz. Museum officials say on Tuesday, Oct. 16 you can experience Tuesday in Oz. According to the Museum, Guests can experience the Museum of Oz after hours with ghost tours…
Apartment fire displaces 8 people
A fire badly damaged three units at the Lakes at Harbison Apartments on Fairforest Road after a home appliance short circuited.
Newberry woman arrested for stealing money from an elderly person
The Newberry Police Department has arrested 45-year-old Mary Jane Chandler for strong armed robbery in an incident that occured Sept. 4.
Shoplifting suspects accused of hitting Deputy in custody
Three men are in custody accused of hitting a Deputy with with their getaway car. Click below for the full story.
Suspect in custody after Friday afternoon armed robbery
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department said Alexis Moreno is charged in connection with the shooting incident at a Shell gas station on Parklane Road.
Red beans and rice at Fair
What is Shakin' Dave Aiken taste testing on the Midway at the South Carolina State Fair.
Trial delayed for man accused of killing his 5 children
The trial of a Lexington man accused of murdering his five children was scheduled to start today, but will not take place until next year.
President and First Lady visit area of Florida devastated by Hurricane Michael
[gtxvideo vid='pQaR3e0e' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/pQaR3e0e.jpg' vtitle='TrumpVisitFlorida'] PANAMA CITY, FL (WOLO) - The President and First Lady flew to Florida Monday (10/15) to see the damage left behind in the wake of Hurricane Michael first hand. TOGETHER, WE WILL PREVAIL! pic.twitter.com/C1TLMVkDmt— Donald J.…
Kickoff announced for Carolina-Tennessee
When the Gamecocks return from their off week, they will host Tennessee in their first home night game of 2018, kicking off against the Volunteers at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, October 27.
Prosperity Police: Woman accused of strong armed robbery of elderly person
PROSPERITY, SC (WOLO)-- According to the Prosperity Police Department, a woman has been arrested, accused of strong arm robbery. The incident happened in early September, say police. Officials say it happened at the Miller Street apartments in Prosperity. According to…
Two Killed in Chase Involving Deputies
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)--Two people are dead after a chase involving deputies lead to a crash. Deputies with the Lexington County Sheriff's Department say they were pursuing a Volkswagen bug when it crashed into a delivery van near the State Farmers…
ABC Columbia at the State Fair: Chainsaw Carving Exhibit
[gtxvideo vid='WXVVaVJJ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WXVVaVJJ.jpg' vtitle='ABC Columbia at the State Fair: Chainsaw Carving Exhibit'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--ABC Columbia is live at the South Carolina State Fair each weekday. Join us at Noon and 6pm. There are many exhibits, rides and sights to…
Lexington Co. Deputies Searching for Theft Suspect
Lexington County deputies are looking for a man accused of stealing a restaurant's employees phone on September 19th.
Deputies: Clothes Give Away Suspected Bank Robbery
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Lexington Co. deputies say a man who robbed a bank on his lunch break is in custody. Investigators say on Friday afternoon Leland Beatty took a break from work to rob a bank on the 3900…
Shooting Victim Dies, Suspect Now Sought for Murder
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--A woman has died after a shooting at a Midlands apartment complex earlier this month. Richland Co. coroner Gary Watts says 32 year old Cherelle Evans died from a gunshot wound to the upper body. Colubmia police say…
Three Arrested Following Suspicious Vehicle Pursuit
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Three men suspected of shoplifting and leading Richland Co. deputies on a chase that ended in an accident are in custody. Investigators say just after 8:30 Saturday night they were patrolling the Village at Sandhills when they…
Gas prices on the rise
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Gas prices in Columbia are on the rise this fall. The average price of gas in Columbia is around $2.56 per gallon. That's good compared to $2.89 gallon nationwide. Gas prices in Columbia have been as low as…
SC State Fair in full swing
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina State Fair is underway and ready for a full week of fun. The fair runs through next Sunday, October 21st. For tickets, hours, deals, log on to https://www.scstatefair.org/plan-your-visit/tickets There are several specials, including a weekday…
Gamecocks going with all black uniforms against Texas A&M
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- USC released its uniform combination for Saturday's game against No. 22 Texas A&M. The Gamecocks will wear all black with white helmets. The announcement was made on social media. https://twitter.com/GamecockFB/status/1050509346063364096 USC will try to end a four-game…
Fire Prevention Parade in Columbia
Columbia, SC (WOLO)--The City of Columbia’s annual Fire Prevention Parade will be held Saturday October 13, 2018. The parade is set to kick off at 11am at W.A. Perry Middle…
Armed robbery takes place across from local elementary school
Shots were fired Friday afternoon at a Shell Gas Station on Parklane Road across from Joseph Keels Elementary.
Richland Northeast QB is recovering from heart attack
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - Richland Northeast Football's Twitter account confirmed that their quarterback, Josh Boyd had a heart attack on Wednesday. As you may know, our QB Josh Boyd had a heart attack…
Report: fish off SC coast have elevated levels of banned human made chemical
[gtxvideo vid='394vXrQq' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/394vXrQq.jpg' vtitle='SCFish'] CHARLESTON, SC (WOLO) - A new study shows fish caught off of the South Carolina coast show high levels of a chemical compound that at one time was used in consumer products. The Charleston Post and…
The number of power outages in Midlands continues to drop
Here's the latest look at the amount of power outages that remain here in the Midlands and how you can keep an eye on the progress that is being made by utility workers.
