Gamecocks in Albany: USC set for Sweet Sixteen matchup vs. Buffalo
The second seeded Gamecocks will make their fifth straight Sweet Sixteen appearance today as they take on Buffalo in Albany, NY.
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Every Black Girl Conference
#EveryBlackGirl kicks off a weekend full of events catered to young men and women ages 11-21.
Gamecocks in Albany: A'ja Wilson playing each game like it's her last
Gamecock senior and Hopkins' own A'ja Wilson, USC's all-time leading scorer, is playing her last few games in a Carolina uniform this NCAA Tournament. As the Gamecocks prepare for a Sweet 16 matchup with Buffalo in Albany, New York, Wilson can't help but feel a sense of urgency. She says she's playing each game like it's her last.
SCANA Investors Paid Millions
More bad news for SCE&G's parent company. State documents show investors were paid hundreds of millions of dollars on the taxpayer dime as the VC Summer project was falling apart.
Drone Helps RCSD Capture Murder Suspect
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- We’re learning more about how an accused murderer was arrested Tuesday, after leading deputies on a chase through the woods. The Richland County Sheriff's Department said they had help capturing…
Blythewood student arrested for weapon on school grounds
Blythewood, S.C. (WOLO) - A 17 year-old from Blythewood High School was arrested this morning (3/23) and charged with possession of a firearm on school grounds and simple possession of marijuana.…
"Heroes in Blue" transforms into "Serve & Connect"
A Midlands based organization promoting positive relations between police and private citizens is changing its name - and expanding its reach in the community.
DHEC to Sponsor Rabies Pet Vaccination Clinics
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--DHEC is set to Sponsor Rabies Pet Vaccination Clinics across the state. According to the agency, veterinarians across South Carolina are joining forces with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control to help owners protect themselves,…
City of Columbia Recognizing Earth Hour
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready to turn the lights off! The City of Columbia is asking residents to take part in Earth Hour from 8:30p.m. - 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 24, 2018. City Of Columbia officials say they have encouraged all…
Former Deputy Charged with Misconduct in Office
A former Deputy responsible for helping maintain unlawful citizens is now accused of breaking the law himself
STEAM Teaches Students how to Dress to Impress
Some area high school students received a valuable lesson in how to dress for success.
Suspect in Deadly Double Shooting, Charged with Murder, Attempted murder After Shooting At Deputies
ELGIN, SC (WOLO): A man is dead and a woman remains in the hospital after a shooting on Brazell Road Wednesday night. Thursday, Kenneth Dylan Shirley, the man charged in connection with the shooting,…
3 arrested in Chapin drug bust
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) – Lexington County narcotics agents arrested 3 men during a drug bust on Tuesday. Officials say they seized a large quantity of marijuana, pills and drug-making materials from a house in Chapin Tuesday morning (3/20). A tip led…
Cayce Police Search for Burglary Suspects
Cayce, S.C. (WOLO)-- Police in Cayce are hoping to identify four suspects they say broke into a concession stand at Brookland-Cayce High School. Investigators say it happened around 1am on March 19th. According to police the suspects damaged the stand…
Suspect Sought in Car Break-In
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Deputies in Richland County are looking for a suspect they say broke into a woman's car while she was working out. Investigators say it happened outside Muv Fitness on Killian Rd. on March 7th. Deputies say…
South Carolina Lawmaker Files Bill in Wake of VC Summer Fallout
SWANSEA, S.C. (AP) - A South Carolina lawmaker is proposing a way to help smaller power companies and utility customers as the state continues to deal with fallout from a multi-billion dollar nuclear construction debacle. Beaufort Sen. Tom Davis tells…
Dominion on Failed Nuclear Project: Customer Rate Pay
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A Virginia utility seeking to buy a South Carolina utility says its customers would pay nearly $4 billion for a failed nuclear project. Media outlets reported state regulators said Wednesday the plan by Dominion Energy would…
Officials: One Man Dead after Ambulance crashes into Car
GREAT FALLS, S.C. (AP) _ One man has died after an ambulance crashed into a car in South Carolina. Local media reported the wreck happened Wednesday afternoon on state Highway 97 between Chester and Great Falls. Chester County sheriff's deputies…
Making...and keeping...smiles bright is as simple as finding an Easter egg
[gtxvideo vid='PZOPViiI' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/PZOPViiI.jpg' vtitle='Welvista'] CHAPIN SC (WOLO) Welvista, a locally founded non-profit, who has made it a mission to assist access to long-term health care to rural areas of South Carolina, is hosting their second Smiles for a Lifetime event…
Winter Jam 2018 Comes to Colonial Life Arena this Weekend
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)--Winter Jam 2018 comes to the Colonial Life Arena in concert this weekend. Rockers Skillet will headline the Tour. Winter Jam showcases a lineup of some of the best and brightest names in Christian music, according to Concert organizers. Winter Jam's…
City of Columbia Team: Midlands Heart Walk Sign Up
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready to lace up your tennis shoes. The Midlands Heart Walk is set for March 24. It's goal say organizers, to help and support the women affected by heart disease, the number 1 killer of women.…
Debate Set for Candidates Vying for Governor
The dates have been set and all eight candidates vying to be the next Governor of South Carolina are ready to square off for two debates.
Representative Jimmy Bales Recovering
A south Carolina Representative is recovering after passing out at his desk Wednesday Morning.
Mental Illness Recovery Center breaks ground on home for men
[gtxvideo vid='2ASYutiR' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/2ASYutiR.jpg' vtitle='Mental Illness Recovery Center breaks ground on men's'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A new home is on the way for those in need. The Mental Illness Recovery Center held a ground breaking Wednesday (3/22) for a 2,900…
Failed nuclear project will raise customer power bills seven percent
[gtxvideo vid='nH57wbfX' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/nH57wbfX.jpg' vtitle='Santee Cooper to raise customer rates sooner than expec'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - State owned utility Santee Cooper is going back on its work saying customers will start paying more sooner than expected, following the VC Summer…
