Inmates file lawsuit against Lee Correctional
Two of the inmates who survived a deadly riot inside of the Lee Correctional Institution are now suing the prison claiming the facility was negligent and did not do enough to keep them safe.
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Fallen officers remembered at annual memorial service
A annual ceremony was held to honor the men and women in blue who have sworn to serve and protect us, often losing their lives protecting ours.
Irmo High School's new program has students buzzing
[gtxvideo vid='WVfJJwS8' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WVfJJwS8.jpg' vtitle='Bees'] Irmo, S.C. (WOLO) - There is a new program at Irmo High that has students buzzing. A new class at Irmo High school allows students to see why bees are important to us and why they…
Woman arrested for attempting to smuggle marijuana and cocaine to inmates
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - Corrections officers at Lieber Correctional Institution in Dorchester County say they arrested a woman who tried to give cocaine and marijuana to an inmate. Sarah Elizabeth Fuller, 37, was taken into custody on Saturday at the prison.…
Fifth suspect in Sumter murder shouts obscenities at judge during first appearance
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO) - Anthony Dustin Dill, 32, who has been charged as an Accessory after the Fact of Murder in the killing of Jerry Lamar Johnson of Sumter, shouted obscenities at Magistrate Judge Larry Blanding during his First Appearance hearing…
An auto parts company expected to bring new jobs to Clarendon
A auto parts company is getting ready to expand by investing money and jobs in the local economy.
New USC Initiatives Hope to Aid the Teacher Shortage, Bring Minorities Into Classrooms
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Thousands of teaching jobs are opening up this year and South Carolina has no one to fill them. The Teacher and Employee Retention Program, or TERI Program, ends this…
Tractor Trailer Overturns
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The South Carolina Highway patrol says they responded Wednesday morning when a tractor trailer overturned on the I-77 ramp to Shop Rd. No injuries were reported. No word on if any charges will be filed. Troopers say I-77N…
Good Morning Curtis- Live at the Cayce Riverwalk
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Curtis Wilson, Co-anchor of Good Morning Columbia , was live Wednesday morning at The Riverwalk. Curtis explored unique art features along the Riverwalk and some of the history of the park…
Richland Library Hosts Teen Advisory Board
[gtxvideo vid='somKXJwJ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/somKXJwJ.jpg' vtitle='Richland Library Hosts Teen Advisory Board'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Richland Library main recently held a teen advisory panel on gun violence in schools. The "What Matters to us: Gun Violence Panel Discussion" was held Monday and was hosted…
Build Your Own Rain Barrel Workshop in Lexington County
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)-- Looking to capture and use rain water? The Lexington Countywide Stormwater Consortium will host a “Build Your Own Rain Barrel” Workshop. It will take place Friday, May 25, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m at Emergency Medical Services located at 407…
Good Morning Curtis Live on the Cayce Riverwalk
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Curtis Wilson, Co-anchor of Good Morning Columbia , is live Wednesday morning at the Cayce Riverwalk with Cayce Mayor Elise Partin. Curtis is live in the field with his ‘Good Morning Curtis’ segments. Wednesday, you can find Curtis…
Sheheen introduces bill to lower college tuition
The cost for higher learning is on the rise. At least one South Carolina lawmaker wants to make it more affordable for people in the Palmetto State to attend.
South Carolina is gearing up for hurricane season
[gtxvideo vid='SCxmgjo6' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/SCxmgjo6.jpg' vtitle='Hurricane Season'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - South Carolina is taking precautionary measure in case of severe weather. Govenor Henry McMaster met with the state's top emergency management officials as they prepare for the upcoming hurricane season. The…
Man wanted in connection with body found in Lake Marion turns himself in
[gtxvideo vid='xRUQMifK' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/xRUQMifK.jpg' vtitle='Anthony Dill Arrested'] Sumter, S.C. (WOLO) - The final suspect in the murder of a Sumter man whose body was found in Lake Marion is in custody. Anthony Dill turned himself in today he faces an accessory…
Former SC Governor in North Korea on UN visit
[gtxvideo vid='zttevhkM' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/zttevhkM.jpg' vtitle='David Beasley'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A former South Carolina governor is in North Korea. David Beasley is the executive director of the UN World Food Program. He's in the country for a four day visit. Ambassador…
National Teacher Appreciation Day
Do you remember your favorite teacher? If so, then you are not alone and now there is day where you can take the time to show them how much of a difference they've made in your life.
Legislative Session Wraps Up In Days, Where Does That Leave V.C. Summer Nuclear Project and Ratepayers?
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- There are only two days left of General Session for the State Legislature and not a single law has been passed relieving ratepayers from the failed VC Summer Nuclear…
Orangeburg man charged with sexually assaulting two minors
Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO) - Orangeburg County Sheriff Ravenell announced that 44-year-old Billy Joe Davis has been charged with sexually assaulting two minors. Davis has been charged with…
Fifth Suspect Arrested in Sumter Murder
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)--The final suspect in the murder of a Sumter man found dumped in Lake Marion is in custody. We're told Anthony Dill turned himself in Tuesday Dill faces…
Video Lexington Deputies: Searching for Suspects Who Stole Machinery
[gtxvideo vid='323qWmpH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/323qWmpH.jpg' vtitle='Lexington Deputies Searching for Suspects Who Stole fro'] LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)--Lexington County Deputies are searching for two suspected thieves. Deputies need your help finding two people, they say, stole an expensive piece of machinery from the Northern…
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin Inaugurated- 76th President U.S Conference Mayors
[gtxvideo vid='kHVcmVc6' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/kHVcmVc6.jpg' vtitle='Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin Inaugurated as 76th Presi'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Mayor Steve Benjamin has officially been inaugurated as the 76th President of the U.S. Conference of Mayors. The inauguration took place Monday night at the Convention Center.…
Good Morning Curtis- Live Inside 'The Escape Plan' Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='QufdnAOt' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/QufdnAOt.jpg' vtitle='Good Morning Curtis- Live Inside The Escape Plan Columb'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Curtis Wilson, Co-anchor of Good Morning Columbia , was live Tuesday morning at Escape Plan Columbia. They are offering four unique rooms and we’re getting an…
Gov. McMaster to join SC Officials for Hurricane tabletop exercise
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Hurricane Season begins June 1st. On Tuesday South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster will join state officials for a hurricane tabletop exercise. It will take place at the South Carolina Hospital Association Conference Center. State Emergency officials are prepping…
Deputies investigate Deadly shooting in Richland County
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Richland County Deputies are investigating a shooting that killed one person and sent another to the hospital Monday night. Deputies responded to the 800 block of…
