Unclaimed Veteran given funeral with full Military honors
On Friday, an unclaimed Veteran was laid to rest with full military honors.
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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.
New airline expected to land into CAE
A new low cost airline is coming to the Capital City giving flyers a cheaper option that may have you hitting the friendly skies more often.
Hazmat situation shuts down I-26 EB near Irmo; overnight delays expected
UPDATE (7:26 a.m.) - According to SCDOT officials, portions of I-26 Eastbound near mile marker 104 (Piney Grove Road) will remain closed this morning. An overnight collision damaged the pavement, requiring removal and…
Armed and Dangerous Sumter Suspect Turned Himself In
A man wanted for attempted murder and considered armed and dangerous, turned himself into Sumter County deputies Thursday.
Florence Police Officer Shooting: Continuing Coverage
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…
Kidnapping, armed robbery suspect arrested in Orangeburg Co.
A suspect from the Sept. 27 kidnapping and armed robbery of a Cordova couple has been arrested, announced Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell on Thursday.
Continuing Coverage: Florence Officer Shootings
[gtxvideo vid='ExUevRw2' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ExUevRw2.jpg' vtitle='Continuing Coverage: Florence Shootings'] FLORENCE, SC (WOLO)-- Authorities are set to hold a news conference Thursday to update the investigation into the shooting death of one Florence Police officer and the shooting of 6 other officers. Officials…
President Trump & Governor McMaster respond to Florence police shooting
President Donald Trump and Governor Henry McMaster among many who are offering their heartfelt condolences to the Florence law enforcement officers involved in a deadly standoff.
SC Governor and Democratic challenger set to debate
South Carolina Governor and the Democratic challenger vying for his seat set time and place for debates.
This week marks 3 years since Thousand Year Flood
Three years ago this week, the skies opened up marking the beginning of what is to date, the worst natural disaster to ever strike the Midlands.
One officer confirmed dead, 6 others injured after shooting in Florence
One officer has died and the four other at hospital according to reports, Supsect in custody officials say.
8 Foot alligator crawls into flooded dog park
A scaly 8 foot unwanted guest makes an appearance at a flooded South Carolina dog park.
Heartfelt "Thank you's" from USC students after President Pastides announces retirement
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- After a decade of serving the University of South Carolina, President Pastides is stepping down. He made the announcement at the State of the University address Wednesday morning. During…
Richland Co. Sheriff looking for missing elderly woman
The Richland County Sheriff's Department needs help in finding 81-year-old Mamie Grant.
'Jake the Body' cuts ribbon new fitness center at Midlands School
[gtxvideo vid='2XSxF6wW' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/2XSxF6wW.jpg' vtitle='Jake the Body cuts ribbon new fitness center at Midlan'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--On Tuesday, South Carolina Governor Henry McmMaster and Jake 'the Body' Steinfeld teamed up to cut the ribbon at the opening of Sanders Middle School's…
