Daughter surprised by father after 1 year in Afghanistan
A special Veterans Day event at Blythewood Middle School honored military, and included a surprise visit on Thursday.
Local News
SCANA CEO admits he's choosing not to look at the Bechtel Report during PSC Hearing
[gtxvideo vid='OGTzzZv6' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/OGTzzZv6.jpg' vtitle='SCANAHearing'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- SCANA’s CEO Jimmy Addison sat in front of the Public Service Commission for day two of questioning. The PSC’s multi-week investigation is to determine what rates should be set to for SCE&G’s…
CPD releases photos of wanted suspect in connection with sexual assault
The Columbia Police Department has released images of the man in connection with a sexual assault on Elmwood on Saturday.
Two arrested after dogs found neglected, emaciated, some eating bark and dirt to survive
**** WARNING: Some of the images in this article may be disturbing.**** Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Columbia police Department say they have arrested two…
SCANA Rate hearing Live update
[gtxvideo vid='YLZg664e' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/YLZg664e.jpg' vtitle='SCANA Rate hearing Live update'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Friday there was more testimony from SCANA CEO Jimmy Addison. The testimony is part of a hearing at the South Carolina Public Service Commission over whether SCE&G can set…
7th suspect in connection with deadly home invasion arrested, OCSO
The seventh suspect in a deadly October home invasion, considered to be armed and dangerous has been arrested, according to the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office.
Senator Lindsey Graham tells ABC Columbia 'I am not in the mix' for Candidate for Attorney General
[gtxvideo vid='fKey3b2F' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/fKey3b2F.jpg' vtitle='Senator Lindsey Graham reacts to Jeff Sessions Resignation'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham's name has been floating as a possible candidate for the Attorney General position, after Jeff Sessions resignation but Graham tells ABC Columbia…
Veterans to be honored at annual City Parade
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Veterans in the City of Columbia and across the state and nation will be honored at the City of Columbia's annual Veterans Day parade. According to the city, it's one of the Southeast’s largest Veterans Day Parades…
Want to take a ride with Live PD?
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)-- Women's Day 2019 is March 8, however, a series of events are planned in the community lead up to it. The kick-off event for the group Faith Intensified Glorifying Him Together (F.I.G.H.T.) is planned for Saturday…
SCANA CEO facing tough questions as PSC continues rate hearing
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - Friday there was more testimony from SCANA CEO Jimmy Addison. The testimony is part of a hearing at the South Carolina Public Service Commission over whether SCE&G can set rates in the wake of the VC Summer…
Ready to get in the Christmas Spirit? Vista Lights returns to Columbia's Vista
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Christmas is arriving early in Columbia's Vista. The 33rd annual Vista Lights event kicks off Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 5pm off Gervais Street. Visitors to the annual event can enjoy performances, dancing, shopping and of plenty…
SCETV celebrates 60 years with Diamond Jubilee event
Join the South Carolina Education Television team to celebrate their 60th anniversary this Sunday at the Diamond Jubilee.
Senator Tim Scott to host South Carolina Women Veterans Event
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- On Saturday U.S. Senator Tim Scott will host a South Carolina Women Veterans Event. It will take place at First Baptist Church of Columbia. According to organizers, the event is free and open to public, but you…
Automotive industry supplier bringing jobs to Orangeburg
A supplier to the automotive industry is locating new operations in Orangeburg County.
SCDOT hosts discussions about bridge replacements
The Department of Transportation wants to hear from residents in Richland County about a proposed bridge replacement.
"I am not going to be the attorney general.. I've got the best job in the world being the senior senator from South Carolina," Lindsey Graham
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Less than 24 hours after Attorney General Jeff Sessions resigned from his position speculation started on who will permanently take his place. South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham's name was thrown into a possiblity, but he tells ABC Columbia…
SCDC arrests 3 women for trying to smuggle cell phones, drugs, and wire cutters into prisons
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Three women have been arrested on charges of smuggling contraband into South Carolina prisons on three different occasions. According to South Carolina Department of Corrections arrest affidavits, Yoland Whitaker,…
Columbia police investigate sexual assault
The Columbia Police Department is hoping you can help them locate a man wanted in connection to a violent sexual assault along Elmwood Avenue.
Testimony continues in SCE&G rate hearing
Testimony continued Thursday in a hearing to determine how SCE&G can set its rates in the wake of the VC Summer construction shut down.
Protestors gather outside of State House in support of Mueller investigation
A group of vocal protesters gathered in front of the State House on Thursday evening in support of the Mueller Investigation.
State Senate subcommittee held after the death of two mental health patients in Hurricane Florence flooding
A State Senate subcommittee took a look at what needs to change after two mental health patients died while being escorted by law enforcement officers who went around barricades during Hurricane Florence.
DHEC confirms first Flu related Death in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Health officials on Thursday confirmed South Carolina's first flu related death. According to a release from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, a person in the region of the Lowcountry died from complications due…
Calhoun Street might be getting a "Road Diet"
The Richland County Transportation Program and City of Columbia held a public meeting on Wednesday to review the proposed Road Diet project on Calhoun Street.
Flags at State House Flying at Half Staff in honor of Mass Shooting victims
[gtxvideo vid='NQlNGXxp' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/NQlNGXxp.jpg' vtitle='Flags at State House Flying at Half Staff in honor of Mass'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Flags are flying at Half Staff at the South Carolina State House in honor of the victims of the California mass shooting.…
Hearing begins following the death of two patients who drowned in SC floodwaters
[gtxvideo vid='REInGX28' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/REInGX28.jpg' vtitle='HEARING ON DROWNINGS']
