Two Notch Road in Lexington closed due to fatal traffic accident
Lexington County deputies say Two Notch Road between South Hampton and Hollis is currently closed due to a vehicle accident.
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Colonial Life Arena clear bag policy begins Thursday at Stapleton Concert
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Colonial Life Arena officials announced they will institute a clear bag policy for all events. According to officials, the clear bag policy will begin with the Chris Stapleton concert on Thursday, October 25. The policy will mimic…
On the Table community event promotes sharing ideas on improving the Midlands
Members of the community came together Wednesday night to share their ideas on how to improve the Midlands.
Man admits being intoxicated when falsely reporting abduction of 2 children
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Columbia Police say the man arrested for falsely reporting that two children were abducted during a car theft at a local hotel was intoxicated when he made the claim. Darrell…
SC Governor's race is most expensive statewide election campaign ever
COLUMBIA, SC (AP) - The 2018 South Carolina race for Governor is turning out to be the most expensive statewide election ever. According to reports, the candidates raised more than $20 million in…
The deputies who drove into flood waters, trapping and killing two patients, have been fired
CONWAY, S.C. (WOLO) — Two deputies accused of driving into a flooded roadway, which resulted in the death of two mental-health patients, have been fired. Officials say Horry County Deputies Stephen Flood and…
New program hopes to spark unity and open dialogue
Program is held across the City of Columbia in hopes of bringing people together and fostering unity.
Midlands advocacy center receives van to help reach children in rural areas
A van was given to the Dickerson Children's Advocacy Center on Wednesday by the Jim Hudson Automotive Group to help the center reach children in rural areas affected by domestic violence.
Man who reported car stolen with kids inside is arrested
A man police say told them his car was stolen with two young child asleep in the backseat has now been arrested. Click here for the full story.
Another chance to win millions
The Mega Millions jackpot may belong to someone else now, but you do have a chance to get your hands on a Powerball ticket with an estimated jackpot of 620 million.
Historic Mega Millions jackpot won in Simpsonville
[gtxvideo vid='OBdF7Ob6' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/OBdF7Ob6.jpg' vtitle='MegaMillionsWinner'] SIMPSONVILLE, S.C. (WOLO)-- A very lucky person in South Carolina has the winning Mega Millions ticket. The excitement was buzzing at the KC Mart where the $1.5 billion dollar Mega Millions jackpot ticket was sold. Janice…
West Columbia police seek public assistance to find suspects
Take a good look at these images. West Columbia Police want to know if you have any information that can help them identify suspects accused of ribbing an area gas station.
Columbia Police: Children reportedly taken during a car theft found safe
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- According to Columbia Police, the 3 and 7-year-olds, who were reportedly taken during a vehicle theft at 180 Stoneridge Drive, have been found safe. The 3 and 7-year-olds who were allegedly taken during a reported vehicle…
Public information meeting for Richland County bridge replacement
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Transportation wants to hear from residents in Richland County about a proposed Bridge replacement. The SC DOT has scheduled a Public Information Meeting for Thursday, November 8, 2018, concerning the following proposed…
SC Lottery: Winning ticket sold in Simpsonville
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - South Carolina Education Lottery officials say South Carolina has sold its first Mega Millions jackpot winning ticket. According to the SC Lottery, the ticket sold for last night’s…
Books 2 Boys + Girls event provides reading materials in City of Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='Le48FL3h' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Le48FL3h.jpg' vtitle=''Books to Boys and Girls Event' provides reading materials'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The community is coming together to give children the gift of reading, through the Books 2 Boys + Girls event. The program provides children with two…
800 people attend 27th annual I Believe Anita Hill event
Hill testified in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee with allegation of sexual misconduct against then Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas, just as Professor Christine Blasey Ford had with Brett Kavanaugh.
Woman wanted for murder arrested in Sumter
The Sumter Police Department announced the arrest of 34-year-old Quanisha Burgess who is charged with armed robbery and attempted robbery.
Students react after fight breaks out during Benedict-Voorhees scrimmage game
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- A riot breaks out in the middle of a preseason scrimmage game between Benedict and Voorhees College Monday night. Students tell ABC Columbia news that the fight started from a foul.…
Lexington/Richland 5 School Board Candidate Forum; Josh Berry moderates
[gtxvideo vid='cWHDy6EU' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/cWHDy6EU.jpg' vtitle='CandidateForum'] IRMO, SC (WOLO) - Seven candidates vying for a seat on the Lexington-Richland 5 school board gathered at Irmo Middle School Tuesday (10/23) evening, for a community forum. The event, hosted by the District Five Teacher…
Car reported stolen crashed during RCSD chase
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department were involved in a vehicle chase on Tuesday
Sharp competitors show their skills at Irmo Plex
The American Meat Cutters held their 'Slice on Ice' competition on Tuesday morning.
'Dining on the Dam' coming to Lexington Co. next year
Midland foodies have a chance for a meal with a view unlike any other.
100k Powerball winner
Someone decided the focus on the Powerball instead of Mega Millions and walked away with a pretty nice payday. Click here for the entire story.
Lexington Co. Sheriff to hire bilingual deputy as Hispanic community's victim's advocate
Hispanics affected by crim in Lexington County will soon have a victim advocate to turn to, thanks to funding from more than $46 million in grants recently awarded to multiple state agencies.
