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Authorities identity body on Congaree River

Cayce, S.C. (WOLO) - The Lexington County Coroner has identified the body recovered from the Congaree River near Cayce Riverwalk this afternoon (6/27). Coroner Margaret Fisher says 50 year old Thomas…

CPD and CFD investigate series of fires near Farrow Rd.

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - The Columbia Police Department (CPD), Columbia Fire Department (CFD), and SLED are investigating a string of fires, along the Farrow Road corridor, that have occurred over the last 2 months. The departments are seeking the public’s assistance with…

Armed robbery investigation underway

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Runoff election wrap-up

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Early morning waste spill on I-77 still under investigation

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SC Highway Patrol say all lanes are open on I-77 after early morning fire

South Carolina Highway Patrol officials say all lanes are open on I-77 after a tractor trailer caught fire early this morning.

Henry McMaster Celebrates GOP Runoff Win

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Industrial hemp application due this Friday

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - The deadline to apply to grow industrial hemp in the state of South Carolina is this Friday (6/29). If you are interested, there are several qualifications. You must: be a South Carolina resident; pass a state…

Democrat James Smith reacts to McMaster victory

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - On Tuesday night (6/27) Representative James Smith commented on Governor McMaster's victory in the Republican runoff, issuing the following statement: “I would like to congratulate Governor McMaster on his victory tonight. We know that this election is about the…

With backing from President Donald Trump, Henry McMaster defeats John Warren in runoff election

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - According to the AP, Governor Henry McMaster has claimed the GOP nomination for the 2018 gubernatorial race. The win comes after President Donald Trump made a special visit to South Carolina to back McMaster tweeting, "Will…

AP: Gov. Henry McMaster wins GOP nomination in runoff election

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - Incumbent Henry McMaster has just claimed his spot as the GOP nominee for the 2018 gubernatorial race, according to the AP. McMaster will face Democrat James Smith in…

Attorney General Wilson wins South Carolina Republican runoff, AP reports

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has won the Republican nomination for a third term. Here is what he had to say in a tweeted response after he was announced the projected winner of the runoff…

Live Updates: 2018 Runoff Election Results

Governor (R) w/ 100% of Precincts Reporting Henry McMaster - 54% John Warren - 46% Attorney General (R) w/ 100% of Precincts Reporting Todd Atwater - 35% Alan Wilson - 65% US House of Representatives, District 2 (D) w/ 100%…

John Warren election night watch party

Greenville, SC (WOLO) ----- The polls have officially closed and the ballots are being counted. Meanwhile both Candidates vying to be the next Governor of South Carolina are watching and waiting. ABC Columbia's Angela Rogers is following Republican Candidate John…

Wilson and Atwater

[gtxvideo vid='IAdKiXdH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/IAdKiXdH.jpg' vtitle='Wilson and Atwater'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Taking place in Tuesday's runoff is the battle between Republican Attorney General Alan Wilson and Republican State Representative Todd Atwater. We caught up with Alan Wilson today as he met…

McMaster holds election night watch party at Spirit Communications Park

[gtxvideo vid='MqgKe7ZN' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/MqgKe7ZN.jpg' vtitle='McMaster Watch Party'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - After yesterday's excitement built by President Trump arriving to endorse Governor McMaster in the GOP runoff election for the gubernatorial nomination. McMaster is hoping that visit from Trump can help…

McMaster casts ballot in 2018 runoff election

[gtxvideo vid='G9LIYROF' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/G9LIYROF.jpg' vtitle='McMaster casts ballot'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - Governor Henry McMaster cast his ballot this morning at the Lourie Center precinct. The incumbent is fighting for the GOP nomination in the 2018 gubernatorial race. McMaster received just under 50…

Precincts across the Midlands see steady streams of voters during 2018 runoff elections

[gtxvideo vid='UOaKQppX' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/UOaKQppX.jpg' vtitle='June 26th Runoff'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - Several precincts around the Midlands saw a steady stream of voters for the 2018 runoff elections. In West Columbia, The Quail Hollow District saw a lot of voters and was one…

SC Runoff elections: Just under an hour left to vote

[gtxvideo vid='mLwbaMvT' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/mLwbaMvT.jpg' vtitle='Polls open until 7 pm'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) - South Carolina runoff elections are taking place today, and polls are closing in just under an hour. Precincts all over the state have seen a steady stream of…

Parents charged for failing to seek treatment for infant's severe burns

Lexington County, S.C. (WOLO) - A husband and wife have been charged with unlawful conduct toward a child after failing to seek treatment for their infant's second- and third-degree burns for up…

State Election officials: No Major voting problems at polls

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Election officials in South Carolina say there have been no significant problems as voting in runoffs around the state. Election Commission spokesman Chris Whitmire said there were scattered power outages around the state. But Whitmire said…

Governor Henry McMaster Casts Vote in Runoff

[gtxvideo vid='Z6E4XLHZ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Z6E4XLHZ.jpg' vtitle='Governor Henry McMaster Casts Vote'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster cast his vote Tuesday at the Lourie Center Precinct off Park circle. ABC Columbia News was at the polls when the Governor arrived. We caught…

SC Voters at the Polls for Runoff Election

[gtxvideo vid='sY9Rk8l5' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/sY9Rk8l5.jpg' vtitle='Voters Headed to the Polls- Runoff Election'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--It is Election day in South Carolina. Voters are heading to the polls for the runoff election. The key races include the GOP runoff for Governor and Attorney…