Lexington Deputies are still investigating a fatal shooting in Swansea
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is still investigating a shooting that killed one man.
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SUV kills Danish girl on Charleston sidewalk, Driver Charged
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - An 11-year-old Danish girl has died after she was struck by a vehicle while walking with her parents in South Carolina earlier this week. News outlets reported the Charleston County Coroner's Office said Selma Akguel of…
UPDATE: Harbison State Forest fire contained, crews monitoring
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - The Columbia Fire Department and South Carolina Forestry Commission worked to contain a woods fire in the Harbison State Forest Wednesday (7/11) night. According to the Forestry Commission,…
Coroner identifies victim in deadly Lexington shooting
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) - Lexington County Coroner has identified the victim of a shooting yesterday in the 600 block of Woodtail Dr. 46-year-old Norman Cherry, Jr. suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the upper body and was pronounced dead at…
Federal Judge sentences white supremacist who wanted to carry out an attack in the spirit of Dylann Roof
[gtxvideo vid='SDA5G18V' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/SDA5G18V.jpg' vtitle='McDowell sentenced'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A man authorities describe as a white supremacist was sentenced Wednesday (7/11) in federal court. A spokesperson for the US Attorney's Office says Benjamin McDowell was sentenced to to close to…
Thousands of Voting Machines Are Susceptible To Hackers and Are Unreliable, Lawsuit Claims
SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO)-- A lawsuit against the states election commission claims thousands of voting machines are susceptible to Russian hackers and have “deep security flaws.” Former state senator Phil Leventis said it does not…
Bill Clinton Coming to USC
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Former President Bill Clinton is coming to Columbia. Wednesday USC announced President Clinton will speak at an August 6th reception to officially open the special collections of Dick Riley as part of…
Broad River Rd. temporarily shut down due to fire
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - Broad River Rd. is re-opened after being temporarily shut down due to a house fire in the area. TRAFFIC ALERT: Broad River Rd shut down near 3100 block due to working house fire. Avoid the area.…
Grand Master Goodwin teaches Taekwondo basics on Good Morning Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='hDJyFkZL' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/hDJyFkZL.jpg' vtitle='Grand Master Goodwin Teaches Tai Kwon Do'] Columbia, SC (WOLO)- Grand Master Tracy Goodwin from the World Taekwondo Center stopped by Good Morning Columbia to teach some of the basic moves. If you're interested in learning Taekwondo,…
At Large Council Members to Host Open House
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The At-Large Council members in the City of Columbia want to hear from you. Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine and Councilman Howard Duvall are hosting an open house Wednesday. It will take place from 5pm to 7pm at City…
Leesville organization fights to preserve history
LEESVILLE, SC (WOLO)- A Midlands community is fighting to preserve it's history. This comes after fighting for four years with DHEC and the county to stop a quarry from being built in their…
Corrections officer of the year recognized
A Lexington Sheriff's Deputy is recognized for being a true example of to serve and protect.
Death investigation in Gaston
Lexington Deputies are actively investigation a death. There are few details available right now, but we will update you as soon as more information becomes available.
Riverbanks Zoo gives you reason to roar
Three baby lion cubs are adjusting to their new digs as they get ready to make their first public appearance Thursday.
Confederate Flag Rally Met By Protesters At State House Grounds
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Secessionist Party was on statehouse grounds and proudly waved the Confederate flag once again. The flag was taken down in 2015 after a shooting at…
Convenience store robberies arrests
Three people suspected in a string of armed convenience store robberies are behind bars. The last two people wanted in connection with robberies were arrested Tuesday morning.
Live Coverage: Groups Mark 3 Year Anniversary of Confederate Flag Removal from State House
[gtxvideo vid='iATysidz' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/iATysidz.jpg' vtitle='Live Coverage: Groups Mark 3 Year Anniversary of Confed'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--At the South Carolina State House Tuesday, groups marked the three year anniversary of the removal of the Confederate Flag. The South Carolina Secessionist Party flew…
Midlands Family Rallies for Cure of Rare Disease: Sanfilippo
[gtxvideo vid='0GSq8VKa' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/0GSq8VKa.jpg' vtitle='First Pitch: Midlands Family Rallies for Cure of Rare'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--After finding out that their daughter had a rare disease, a midlands family began to fight for a cure. Monday night the family took their fight…
City of Columbia to host Water Customer Drop-In
[gtxvideo vid='SFw3aL6D' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/SFw3aL6D.jpg' vtitle='City of Columbia Water Drop In'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you are a City of Columbia water customer concerned about your bill, this story is for you. The city is hosting a Customer Drop-In Wednesday, July 11 at…
Police Search for Hearing-Impaired Teen
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Columbia police are looking for a missing teen who is hearing impaired. Investigators say 18 year old Anna Wilson was last seen on July 2nd at Transitions Homeless Center on Main St. While police say foul play…
Explore over 100 local businesses in one location on Wednesday
[gtxvideo vid='bCJthBmy' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/bCJthBmy.jpg' vtitle='Lexpo'] LEXINGTON SC (WOLO)--The Greater Lexington Chamber of Commerce has organized over 100 local businesses, gathering at River Bluff High School for their Lexpo event on Wednesday. According to the Chamber's Connor Watkins, the event starts at…
Salvation Army Send Off: Local Kids to Camp
[gtxvideo vid='ZDrE1BxE' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ZDrE1BxE.jpg' vtitle='Salvation Army Send Off: Local Kids to Camp'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-A group of Midlands kids hit the road Monday morning for summer camp. Since 1974 the Salvation Army has welcomed children to camp Walter Johnson in Denton,…
Arson suspect arrested for North Columbia house fire
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Columbia Police have arrested a 54-year-old man in connection with an intentionally set fire that occurred in North Columbia. The fire happened shortly before 9:00 p.m. on May 5 at 3517 Beaumont Avenue. According to a…
West Columbia Police on the hunt for Murder Suspect
[gtxvideo vid='WyastINx' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WyastINx.jpg' vtitle='West Col.umbia Police on the hunt for Murder Suspect'] WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- West Columbia Police are still searching for a suspect in a deadly shooting Thursday. Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher says 41 year old Elzie…
Midlands Missionaries Stuck In Haiti Finally Get To Return Home
[gtxvideo vid='MLJhjJM4' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/MLJhjJM4.jpg' vtitle='STUCK IN HAITI'] CHAPIN, S.C. (WOLO)-- A mission team from the Midlands is stuck in Haiti because of violent protests. The team was only supposed to be there a week but had to stay longer due to…
