CPD Officer Suspended Following K9 Death
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- A Columbia police officer is suspended after he left his K9 partner alone in a car for eight hours. Thursday afternoon Chief Skip Holbrook announced…
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Fairfield County Coroner Identifies Teen Shooting Victim
Fairfield, SC (WOLO)-- The Fairfield County Coroner has identified the person found shot to death at Drawdy Park in Winnsboro. According to the coroner, Damontay Wheeler, 17, of 405 Forest Hills Drive, Winnsboro, SC was pronounced dead on scene by…
Tech Company 'Capgemini' to expand, bringing 200 new jobs to Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='V0EOOXYn' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/V0EOOXYn.jpg' vtitle='Tech Company Capgemini to bring 200 jobs to Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tech-giant Capgemini has announced it will be expanding in the Bull Street District in downtown Columbia. The company, on Thursday, announced it will expand, bringing…
Fairfield County Deputies still investigating a homicide in Drawdy Park
Fairfield County Deputies are still investigating a homicide that took place on Wednesday. Authorities say the incident took place late Wednesday night at Drawdy Park, located on 702 8th Street in Winnsboro.
Lexington Police arrest five suspects accused of multiple car thefts
Lexington Police have arrested five suspects accused of multiple car thefts. They were charged with two counts of Theft of Motor Vehicle, two counts of Theft from Motor Vehicle, and four counts of Criminal Conspiracy.
South Carolina man charged in infant daughter's death
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - A South Carolina man has been arrested and charged in the death of his infant daughter. News outlets reported that 29-year-old Troy Abraham Wilson of North Charleston was charged Monday night with homicide by child…
Senior living community helps resident's dream come true in the clouds
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SC Lawmaker wants federal investigation into former Tri-County board
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- A state lawmaker wants a federal investigation into "possible illegal activities" by an ousted Tri-County Co-op board. On Wednesday, Rep. Wendy Brawley penned a letter to US Attorney Sherri Lydon.…
Citadel staff member arrested for sexual abuse of a cadet
CHARLESTON, SC (WOLO) - A staff member at The Citadel is accused of sexual abuse involving a cadet. According to SLED, Kenneth Boes turned himself in to face charges of third degree criminal sexual conduct and giving alcohol to a…
Search called off for bodies of victims claimed by serial killer Todd Kohlhepp
[gtxvideo vid='hErYATfb' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/hErYATfb.jpg' vtitle='Search called off for bodies of victims claimed by seri'] SPARTANBURG, SC (WOLO) - Deputies in the upstate say they have called off a search for two possible bodies connected to convicted serial killer Todd Kohlhepp. The…
New Pollinator Garden all a-bloom in City of Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='9mJ8eFXb' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9mJ8eFXb.jpg' vtitle='New Pollinator Garden all a-bloom in City of Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--There is a lot of buzz around a new garden in Columbia. Wednesday, city officials cut the ribbon on a new 'Pollinator' garden at Hyatt Park.…
Victim of deadly alligator attack was a beloved kindergarten teacher
[gtxvideo vid='gi8rnvIj' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/gi8rnvIj.jpg' vtitle='Victim of deadly alligator attack was a kindergarten te'] HILTON HEAD, SC (WOLO) - We're learning more about Cassandra Cline, the woman killed by an alligator this week in South Carolina. The 45-year-old teacher from New York…
SC Red Cross Sending 3 Members to Hawaii for Hurricane preps
[gtxvideo vid='YH2aI6GI' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/YH2aI6GI.jpg' vtitle='SC Red Cross Sending 3 Members to Hawaii for Hurricane'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Three members of the South Carolina Red Cross are headed to Hawaii, ahead of Hurricane Lane. The Red Cross says the disaster responders will help…
Measles confirmed in South Carolina for first time in 20 years
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The highly contagious measles virus is now confirmed in the Palmetto State. This is the first confirmed case in the state this year and the Department of Health and Environmental…
Suspect Wanted for Touching Woman in Target
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)-- Lexington police are looking for a man they say inappropriately touched a woman in Target on Sunset Blvd. Investigators say on August 10th the suspect approached the woman and began touching her on her inner thigh. When…
Orangeburg Fugitive Captured by U.S. Marshals
[gtxvideo vid='9gXOQpyh' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9gXOQpyh.jpg' vtitle='Orangeburg Fugitive Captured'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The U.S. Marshals service says an Orangeburg murder suspect has been captured in Connecticut. Investigators say 23-year-old Andrew Evins was caught hiding out at the Rodeway Inn, in Stratford, and was…
It's back to School time in the Midlands
[gtxvideo vid='mPdtHEDl' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/mPdtHEDl.jpg' vtitle='It's back to School time in the Midlands'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--More students are back in class for their first day of school. On Wednesday, students in Lexington Richland District Five and Richland District Two headed back to…
Keep your families safe with the Red Cross Home Fire Safety Plan
This morning on Good Morning Columbia, we talked about important fire safety tips for your homes, provided by Red Cross.
All Richland Libraries Closed for Customer Service Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you need a good book from the library, you'll have to wait. Today, Wednesday, all Richland Library locations will be closed for a customer service improvement project. You can still renew books and download items online, say…
Rep. Joe Wilson's Bus Tour arrives in the Midlands
[gtxvideo vid='waWo8G5C' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/waWo8G5C.jpg' vtitle='Rep. Joe Wilson Bus Tour arrives in the Midlands'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Congressman Joe Wilson is making his way around the Palmetto State. Tuesday, the Republican met with area business leaders, rotary club members and local merchants.…
Solar Eclipse Columbia: One Year ago
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- One year ago the Capital City watched in amazement as the Midlands turned dark in the middle of the afternoon. Columbia was on what was called the path of totality during the Eclipse. One year ago on…
Live at Williams Brice Stadium: Beyoncé, Jay Z concert crowds
[gtxvideo vid='u1OjtxDP' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/u1OjtxDP.jpg' vtitle='Live at Williams Brice : sit of Beyonce', Jay Z concert'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you’re headed for a night out with friends to see Beyoncé and Jay-Z perform during their OTR II Tour stop at Williams-Brice…
Excited Fans in Columbia for Beyonce' and Jay Z concert
[gtxvideo vid='dLF5EcLr' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/dLF5EcLr.jpg' vtitle='Fans Tailgating for Beyonce Jay Z concert'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The On The Run II tour, featuring Beyonce and Jay-Z has arrived in Columbia. The superstars will appear in concert at Williams Brice Stadium. Fans are gathering…
Columbia Police still searching for three armed robbers
Columbia Police investigators have released surveillance photos of three suspects accused of robbing gas stations at gunpoint this month.
Here's everything you need to know before the Beyonce' and Jay-Z concert
According to the Columbia Police Department, roads have been blocked as crews prepare for the On The Run II tour, featuring Beyonce and Jay-Z.
