Lakewood High School student arrested for bringing gun to school
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office has reported that a 15-year-old Lakewood High School student has been charged with bringing a gun to school.
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Comet hold ribbon cutting for new bus route
On Wednesday afternoon, Comet cut the ribbon on Route 22.
RCSD: Drugs, guns and cash seized after community tip
The Richland County Sheriff's Department seized 500 grams of marijuana, 30 thousand dollars in cash and three guns, including one which was stolen on Tuesday.
E-Coli tainted ground beef sold at Target recalled after death
Check your freezer before you get ready to cook some of the ground beef you have in there. Click here to find out about the recall that might be in your home right now.
FEMA prepared to help South Carolinian's through flooding
[gtxvideo vid='LlbDDbBR' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/LlbDDbBR.jpg' vtitle='SCEMDupdate'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Federal aid is here and they are ready to get to work in South Carolina-- now that most counties are nearing their crest water levels. FEMA is getting in place now, so once water…
New Visitors Center opening in downtown Columbia
Experience Columbia held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Columbia SC Visitors Center Wednesday morning.
Conway flooding continues
Residents continue to take extra precautions as flood waters continue to rise.
Georgetown County residents eligible for FEMA aid
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Governor's office announced that, at the request of Governor Henry McMaster, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has amended its disaster declaration for Hurricane Florence to make residents in Georgetown County eligible to apply for the Individual…
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham releases statement in support of Judge Kavanaugh
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--South Carolina's Republican U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham today released the following statement about Judge Kavanaugh. “Judge Kavanaugh has just emphatically denied the recent allegation being levied by Michael Avenatti and his client. He says he does not know…
Expert: Hurricane Florence is the nation's second rainiest storm in 70 years
WASHINGTON (AP) - A top rainfall meteorologist calculates that Hurricane Florence is the nation's second rainiest storm in 70 years. Ken Kunkel, a meteorologist at the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration and North Carolina State University, finds that only last year's Hurricane…
State Fair Early Bird Tickets on Sale
[gtxvideo vid='HPz1SH5O' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/HPz1SH5O.jpg' vtitle='State Fair Early Bird Tickets, Plus a Concert Sell out'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Early Bird tickets are now on sale for the South Carolina State Fair. Plus, if you were interested in purchasing tickets to see Fantasia…
Richland School District One Announces Hurricane Make Up Days
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Richland School District One has announced student make up days for Hurricane Florence. The schools were closed September 11-14 by order of the governor. According to district officials, at a September 25th meeting, the Richland One Board of…
Columbia Police arrest suspect wanted for criminal sexual conduct
Columbia Police have arrested a man, suspect Gregory Roberts, Jr. on Tuesday night, who was wanted for criminal sexual conduct.
Protesters outside Senator's office after Kavanaugh comments
Women stood outside Senator Lindsey Graham's office Tuesday wearing sashes saying 'Believe Survivors' in light of recent comments made in reference to Supreme Court nominee Bret Kavanaugh.
SC community struggles to recover from flooding for second year in a row
The town of Nichols is facing serious flooding from Hurricane Florence, while still recovering from previous storm flooding.
Public safety checkpoints scheduled in Lexington on Wednesday
Lexington Police Department will be conducting public safety checkpoints around the Town of Lexington on Wednesday, Sept. 26.
Lexington Police help parents protect precious cargo
The Lexington Police Department is offering free checks to make sure child car seats are installed correctly.
Operation Clear Track kicks off Rail Safety Week
This week is Rail Safety Week in South Carolina.
Court suspends Solicitor Johnson's law license
Court officials suspended the law license of 5th Circuit Solicitor Dan Johnson Tuesday.
SC State Fair announces Fantasia concert already sold out
A popular R& B Singer set to perform during the 2018 SC State Fair is already sold out.
Family believes Columbia Animal Shelter, city ordinance killed their 13-year-old dog
[gtxvideo vid='VD5a3C6p' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/VD5a3C6p.jpg' vtitle='AnimalShelterLawPKG'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Cockerell family said a city ordinance is to blame for what they say was a "wonderful, loving life" end in an "awful and tragic way." "She was like, ‘mommy, take me home,…
Wanted man accused of sexual assaulting woman with hands and gun
A man wanted for sexually assaulting a woman remains on the loose. Do you recognize him?
Former State Treasurer, reality star charged with assault and battery
According to the Charleston County Detention Center's online records, Thomas Ravenel was arrested Tuesday morning and charged with second degree assault and battery.
Mayor Benjamin invites community to City of Columbia block party
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you ready to party with some of America's mayors? Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin is inviting the community to a block party from 6:30-10 p.m. on Sept. 28 on the 1600 block of Main Street. The event takes place after the…
Palmetto Health and Greenville Health renamed 'Prisma' Health
[gtxvideo vid='RZeZjlm0' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/RZeZjlm0.jpg' vtitle='Prisma Health'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- There is a new name in health care in South Carolina. Tuesday, The Greenville Health system and Palmetto Health announced, as part of a merger, that the health systems will be renamed Prisma…
