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New Don't Quit Fitness Center
A new fitness center is helping children to work up the muscle to never quit.
Columbia residential care closed after owner charged with death of elderly man
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The owner of a Midlands residential care facility is now facing charges after the death of a patient. Betty Miles,75, turned herself in Tuesday after being charged by Richland…
OCSO closes two cases involving one suspect
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office was able to close two cases Tuesday involving the same suspect.
Chapin man facing up to 8 years for trafficking meth
Investigators say 67-year-old Thomas Ray was sentenced to eight years for two counts of trafficking methamphetamine by Lexington County General Sessions Court.
Kindergartener receives special surprise from soldier
One of South Carolina's bravest had a joyous homecoming on Tuesday morning.
Annual 'Silent Witness' ceremony advocates against domestic violence
Cardboard cut-outs remembering the victims of domestic violence lined the steps of the State House Tuesday.
Former solicitor Dan Johnson, communications director Nicole Holland appear in Federal Court
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Former 5th circuit Solicitor Dan Johnson and his communications director Nicole Holland was in federal court Tuesday (10/2). "I just said, I’m not guilty of these charges. I just…
SC Voter Registration Deadline Extended due to Hurricane Florence
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina voters now have more time to register to vote before the November general election. Today the State Election Commission announced a court has ordered the voter…
Sumter County shooting suspect still at large: Deputies
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Family Displaced After Monday Night House Fire on Overhill Road
Columbia Fire Department say a family is safe but displaced after a house fire on Overhill Road Monday night.
Silent Witness Ceremony to Recognize Domestic Violence victims at State House
COLUMBIA , SC WOLO)--- On Tuesday, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson will hold the annual Silent Witness Ceremony to honor the men and women who died due to domestic violence. According to the Attorney General, last year’s ceremony remembered…
RCSD looking for two suspects in theft of motor vehicle
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is requesting help from the public to identify three suspects involved in a car theft.
West Columbia man charged with 7 counts of attempted murder
A man from West Columbia faces at least seven counts of attempted murder in connection with a shooting incident early Sunday on Miranda Road.
Lexington-Richland School District 5 announces make-up days
Lexington-Richland School District 5 announced make-up days for some of the time missed during Hurricane Florence.
Small business PAC endorses Governor McMaster
[gtxvideo vid='YY3wbwQw' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/YY3wbwQw.jpg' vtitle='McMasterEndorsement'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A small business group is supporting Governor Henry McMaster as he seeks his first full term in office. The "National Federation of Independent Business South Carolina PAC" is giving its support to…
Protesters gather at Senator Graham's office after his vocal defense of Judge Kavanaugh
[gtxvideo vid='N0jNHjUQ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/N0jNHjUQ.jpg' vtitle='GrahamProtest'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Senator Lindsey Graham's vocal defense of Judge Brett Kavanaugh has drawn praise from conservatives and criticism from others. Monday (10/1) afternoon members of Indivisible Midlands gathered in the lobby of Senator Graham's…
Man charged with second assault after DNA links him to crime
A sexual assault suspect now faces charges in connection with a June 2017 incident near Five Points after police say DNA evidence lined him to a second crime.
AP: The Latest McConnell promises Kavanaugh vote this week
WASHINGTON (AP) - Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says the Senate will vote this week on Brett Kavanaugh's nomination to the Supreme Court. The Kentucky Republican has used a Senate floor speech to accuse Democrats of constantly delaying and resisting Kavanaugh's…
South Carolina among most deadliest states for women killed by men
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Columbia Police Department deploys team to Coast to aid Florence Victims
[gtxvideo vid='B5pKA1SH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/B5pKA1SH.jpg' vtitle='Columbia Police Deploy to Coast to aid Florence Victims'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The Columbia Police Department has deployed a team of officers to help people in need following Hurricane Florence. The team, made up of 6 officers, left…
Toddler, father identified as victims in double homicide: RCSD
A 2-year-old has been identified as the victim of double homicide in Richland County over the weekend.
60 Students Are Not Injured After Bus Crash in Richland County
Columbia Fire Department officials say a Richland County school bus carrying 60 students crashed this morning.
JetBlue offering ticket with fewer options than regular economy fare
NEW YORK (AP) _ JetBlue is following the lead of larger rivals by offering a stripped-down ticket with fewer options than regular economy fares. The airline says customers who take the cheapest fare might have to accept limits on when…
Columbia Police heading to SC Coast to help with flood relief
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The Columbia Police Department has deployed a team of 6 officers to help people in need following Florence. The officers will be gone for 7 days to Aynor in Horry County.…
