State lawmakers fighting to keep Denmark Tech open, in spite of low attendance rate
A group of State lawmakers are pushing to keep a small technical college open that would be shut down under the proposed budget.
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SC Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week encourages ways to prepare for increasing storms this spring
Spring is right around the corner and as we've already seen, that can mean an increase in severe weather across the state.
Cayce Police investigating shooting incident, 2 men detained
CAYCE, SC (WOLO) - According to authorities, two men have been detained after a shooting in Cayce. Cayce Public Safety is on the scene of the shooting incident in the 2200 block of Taylor Road. About 12 911 calls were…
Free Pancake Day at IHOP on Tuesday to raise money for children's charities
IHOP will be hosting Free Pancake Day on Tuesday, March 12, to help raise $4 million for the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, which includes Prisma Health Children's Hospital.
Three teens arrested after morning chase in car deputies say was stolen
Three teenagers have been arrested after Richland county deputies say they led deputies on a chase while driving a stolen car.
Do you have an emergency plan? SC EMD hosts Severe Weather week
[gtxvideo vid='Zt3aYXtA' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Zt3aYXtA.jpg' vtitle='Know your Tornado Spot: Severe Weather week in SC'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Emergency Management officials kicked off a Severe Weather preparedness event Monday. The event is part of South Carolina Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week,…
Dominion Energy Hosting Q&A session on Merger and Customer bills
[gtxvideo vid='XS0URQg2' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/XS0URQg2.jpg' vtitle='Dominion Energy Hosting Q&A on Merger and Customer bills'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Officials are set to answer questions about Dominion Energy's merger with SCE&G and how it will affect customers. Dominion Energy will host a community wide event…
Highway Patrol investigates fatal crash at Bonner Avenue in Orangeburg
Highway Patrol is investigating a single vehicle fatal crash on Bonner Avenue outside of Santee on Sunday.
Palmetto State job fair will be hosted tomorrow for the 6th year with more than 100 employers
ECPI University will be holding the 6th annual Palmetto State Job Fair on Tuesday, March 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Columbia Metropolitan Center.
Lexington Police say email and phone lines restored after technical issues
Lexington Police say email and phone lines are back up this morning after experiencing technical issues on Sunday.
Suspect who shot at a Richland County deputy in Eastover at large
Richland County deputies need your help to find a suspect who's accused of shooting at a deputy on Sunday.
Police investigating after shooting in Columbia injures one
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-Police are investigating a shooting in Columbia. The incident happened around 2p.m. in the 1500 block of Carousel Circle. Witnesses tell police that two male acquaintances were arguing before the shooting occurred. One…
South Carolina urges prep for severe weather
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina emergency officials are getting ready to mark severe weather awareness week. The South Carolina Emergency Management Division is joining with the National Weather Service starting Sunday to remind people about the dangers of tornadoes…
Coroner identifies bicyclist killed in Saturday night crash
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- An investigation is underway after a cyclist was hit and killed by a car Saturday night in Richland county. The incident happened at 10:30p.m. in the 6700 block of Lower…
Did you Spring forward?
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Daylight Saving Time went into effect Sunday at 2 a.m. Did you remember to spring forward? This is the time of year that we lose an hour of sleep, but gain some welcome sunshine and daylight. Clocks need…
Lawmakers expect fierce debate on $61M lottery tax windfall
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - In South Carolina's nearly $9 billion budget, one small pile of $61 million is likely to get a lot more attention than any other when the House starts debating Monday. The money comes from income taxes…
Pedestrian killed in Sumter County
SUMTER COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- An investigation is underway after a pedestrian was killed Saturday morning in Sumter County. The incident happened on US Highway 521 North in Rembert at 1:00a.m. Sumter County…
First responders on scene of bus vs car crash in Georgetown County, 20 people hurt
Georgwtown County, (WPDE) — Multiple emergency agencies are responding to a crash on Browns Ferry Road in Georgetown County, according to Jason Lesley with the Georgetown County Sheriff's Office. A Mitsubishi…
Second missing kayaker found safe at Congaree National Park
CONGAREE NATIONAL PARK, S.C. (WOLO) —The second kayaker who went missing in the Congaree National Park Friday evening,was found safe Saturday morning. According to South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) officers, the second kayaker walked himself to officials as they…
St Pats in Five Points Preps: The Fountain is Green
[gtxvideo vid='IOA4fgqt' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/IOA4fgqt.jpg' vtitle='St Pats in Five Points Preps: The Fountain is Green'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get your lucky charms and shamrocks ready because Five Points has officially kicked off St Patrick's day festivities, with the annual fountain dyeing. Dyeing…
Rescue crews search for missing kayakers at Congaree National Park
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A search is underway at the Congaree National Park for two kayakers who got separated Friday (3/8) night. …
Bojangles' donates 2500 books to teachers in Lexington
[gtxvideo vid='Txymje8C' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Txymje8C.jpg' vtitle='book donation bojangles'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Bojangles is usually known for doling out biscuits, but today it was books. On Friday morning, the restaurant chain donated 2500 books to the 2019 district Teachers of the Year…
Downtown Lexington is going green on Saturday in celebration of Shamrock Festival
Downtown Lexington is going green tomorrow.
Columbia PD release sketch of man accused of following, trying to sexually assault woman
Columbia Police need your help locating a man accused of attempted criminal sexual assault
Columbia PD searches for woman missing since Monday
The Columbia Police Department is hoping you can help them find a woman they say has been missing for nearly a week.
