Kathleen Kennedy Endorses Noble
A member of one of America's most famous political families endorses her choice for the next Governor of South Carolina.
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Skimmer Gas Pump Warning
Sumter Police say the next time you go to fill your tank someone could be lining their pocket with your private information.
Dogfighting Ring Dismantaled
Police say they have arrested three men after dismantling a dogfighting ring involving more than 3 dozen dogs.
Suspect Arrested, Another Sought in Alleged Exorcism
One woman has been arrested and now The Columbia Police Department is searching for her sister after officials say they're accused of attempting to perform an exorcism on a woman.
Orangeburg officials search for missing man
Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO) - Orangeburg County Sheriff’s investigators are searching for a man last seen walking from his Orangeburg home last month. Investigators say 33-year-old Larenzo Demore was reported missing after relatives said he packed…
Former Pastor arrested, facing criminal sexual conduct charges
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) - Police say Eduardo Elias Cornejo, 34, was charged with criminal sexual conduct after turning himself in on Thursday (4/12). According to police, a victim came forward on February 22 to…
Update: SC Prison Director says Riot that left 7 Inmates dead was over territory, cell phones
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina prisons director says the riot that left 7 inmates dead, was over territory, cellphones, contraband and money. SC Department of Corrections Director Bryan Stirling says there…
Watch: Live Update on Mass Casualty Incident at Lee Corrections, 7 Inmates Dead
[gtxvideo vid='Ij5t0Aqr' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Ij5t0Aqr.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Live Update on Mass Casualty Incident at Lee'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Live update from ABC Columbia's Angela Rogers from the South Carolina Department of Correction on Mass Casualty incident that left 7 inmates dead. South Carolina…
7 Inmates Killed in SC Prison Altercation-Continuing Coverage
COLUMBIA, SC (AP)-- At least seven inmates were killed and 17 injured when a prison melee broke out at a South Carolina prison, officials said. The "mass casualty incident" at the Lee Correctional Institution in Bishopville, South Carolina, erupted around…
SC Governor to Hold Briefing on 'Mass Casualty' Incident at Lee Corrections, 7 Inmates Dead
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster will provide an update to the Lee Correctional Institution incident with South Carolina Corrections and SLED officials at 1:30 PM at the SCDC headquarters in Columbia. According to SC Department of Corrections Officials,…
Iconic Magnum PI House Set to be Demolished
HONOLULU (AP) _ The house made famous in the ``Magnum P.I.'' TV series has been scheduled for demolition. Hawaii News Now reports that a demolition permit was issued last week because the building is in disrepair. The 8,900 square-foot Waimanalo…
SC Department of Corrections and SLED Responding to Situation at Lee Correctional
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The South Carolina Department of Corrections and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division are responding to an incident at Lee Correctional Institution. https://twitter.com/SCDCNews/status/985726024129400832 Lee Correctional is a maximum security prison located in Bishopville in Lee County. No other…
National Weather Service in Columbia Confirms Tornado Touchdown
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- The National Weather service in Columbia says prelminary information from storm survey confirms tornado touchdown from Lexington to Irmo. Sunday afternoon storms struck the Midlands around 2:15pm. Lexington County…
Sumter Police Investigating Shooting Death of Teen
SUMTER, SC (WOLO)- Sumter police are investigating the shooting death of a 17-year-old outside of an apartment complex Sunday. Officers responded to the shooting around 1:45pm after reports of shots fired in the Peach Street area where they found the…
Storm Damage Across Midlands, Trees Down, Power Out
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) --Sunday afternoon's severe weather is prompting Tornado watches and warnings. Across the Midlands there are downed trees and power outages. #TrafficAlert: Downed trees affecting traffic flow at following locations: -Tram and Saint Andrews roads -Oak Dr and…
Strong thunderstorms expected Sunday afternoon, Tornado Watch
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- A line of thunderstorms that has brought severe weather from the central and southern Plains into the Deep South over the past couple of days is expected…
Midlands Plant and Flower Festival Blooms
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Get ready for Spring blooms. The South Carolina Department of Agriculture's Midlands Plant & Flower Festival is underway. It's taking place at the State Farmers Market off Charleston…
Sold! State Museum Garage Sale
[gtxvideo vid='IuMyVo0I' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/IuMyVo0I.jpg' vtitle='Sold: State Museum Garage Sale'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The South Carolina State Museum was the perfect place Saturday for treasure hunters. The Museum held its annual Garage Sale . If you were you in the market for a…
Indie Grits Festival
[gtxvideo vid='5B7eTp78' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/5B7eTp78.jpg' vtitle='Indie Grits Festival'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Indie Grits continues through the weekend, part of the event took place at The Tapp's Center on Main Street throughout the weekend. It's a four day event with 30 bands at various…
Richland County Investigating Parking Lot Shooting at Columbia Place Mall
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A shootout outside a shopping mall in South Carolina's capital that's soon to include county offices left a trail of blood as one victim collapsed in the food court. Multiple media organizations report two groups got…
Columbia Police Arrest Teen Suspected of Shooting 55 year old Woman
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO ) -- Columbia police say they have arrested a teen suspected of shooting a 55 year old woman. According to police, warrants were issued for 16 year-old Jaleel Brown. Police say Brown was arrested Saturday afternoon and is…
Experts Predict Rise at the Pump this Summer
[gtxvideo vid='lKJDCksm' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/lKJDCksm.jpg' vtitle='Experts Predict Rise at the Pump this Summer'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you're planning any trips this summer, start putting some extra cash aside for gas. Experts says you could be paying more at the pump. Consumer experts…
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham Reacts to Syria Strike
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham released the following statement on the U.S. strikes in Syria. “I applaud and admire the bravery of our men and women in uniform. They continue to carry out their duties and responsibilities in a manner…
City of Columbia Hosts Kitten and Puppy Donation Shower
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you ready to shower some furry friends with donations. The City of Columbia is hosting a donation shower this April at the Columbia Animal Shelter. Columbia Animal Shelter officials say they would like to put a…
Ambassador to the U.N. Nikki Haley Reacts to Syria Strikes
ABC NEWS (CNN) -- U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Nikki Haley, says the "time for talk ended last night." "We acted to deter the future use of chemical weapons by holding the Syrian regime responsible for its atrocities against…
