Corrections officer of the year recognized
A Lexington Sheriff's Deputy is recognized for being a true example of to serve and protect.
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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…
Attorney General announces Raise in Aid for Families of Murder Victims
[gtxvideo vid='K857UiVI' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/K857UiVI.jpg' vtitle='Attorney General on Raise in Aid for Families of Murder'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--According to Attorney General Alan Wilson, the South Carolina Legislature has approved a new Proviso, giving additiional aid to murder victims families. Wilson says the…
President Trump's Primetime Pick for Supreme Court
[gtxvideo vid='cR7z1yvU' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/cR7z1yvU.jpg' vtitle='Primetime Pick for Supreme Court'] WASHINGTON, (WOLO TV)--Happening Monday night here on ABC Columbia, President Donald Trump says he will make his selection for the vacancy on the Supreme Court Monday at 9pm ET. The President says…
US Marshals search for fugitive with SC ties
The US Marshals Service is asking for your help locating a Connecticut man accused in a murder and attempted murder that has connections to several states including South Carolina.
Chapin UMC mission group stuck in Haiti
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Chapin Church group stranded in Haiti amid protest
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- A group of volunteers from a Chapin Church are stranded in Haiti amid continued demonstrations in the capital of Port-au-Prince and a northern city following a fuel price hike. Chapin United Methodist Church wrote in a post…
Second victim dies after shooting at West Columbia apartment complex
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)- A second victim of a West Columbia apartment complex shooting died Sunday morning. Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the victim as Elzie Mack, Jr., 41, of Gaston. Mack suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the…
Palmetto Health gives lawnmower safety tips to keep your kids safe this summer
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - It’s finally summertime, which means the sun is out longer and you have more time to enjoy working in your yard. You may even have your children helping with yard work by watering flowers or digging…
McMaster Vetoes Nearly $16 Million Proposed Funding for S.C. Health Services, Including Planned Parenthood
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Governor Henry McMaster vetoes dozens of provisios proposed by the general assembly budget, claiming many of the issues he had were with a lack of transparency. McMaster vetoed…
Unemployment rates
Unemployment rates rise as more people enter the workforce.
One dead, one injured as a result of annual 'firework war'
[gtxvideo vid='i8KrRzCb' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/i8KrRzCb.jpg' vtitle='Firework war'] Cheraw, S.C. (WSOC) - One person was killed and another seriously injured in Cheraw, South Carolina Wednesday night while shooting off fireworks, according to police. Officers said a 24-year-old man died when an artillery shell hit…
Anderson firework fight
A three year old is recovering after Anderson Deputies say a fireworks fight turned into gunfire.
