COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin tweeted out his condolences to John McCain's family after the announcement of his passing on Sunday. https://twitter.com/SteveBenjaminSC/status/1033519487650357249 The six-term Republican senator had been battling a number of health problems in recent years. He had…
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Governor Henry McMaster released a statement on the passing of Senator John McCain Sunday. ""I will never forget John McCain. He was among the greatest of men and he was my friend. I hope his family can find…
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Senator Lindsey Graham released a statement on Sunday in regards to the passing of his close friend John McCain. https://twitter.com/LindseyGrahamSC/status/1033512299376590849 https://twitter.com/LindseyGrahamSC/status/1033515753981534208 The six-term Republican senator had been battling a number of health problems in recent years. He had…
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)- Deputies are investigating a deadly shooting in West Columbia Friday night. The shooting happened in the 100 block of Riverbend Drive around 11p.m. Deputies say they found Corey Jamison,27, with a gunshot wound. According to Lexington County…
[gtxvideo vid='9cFeFEo4' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9cFeFEo4.jpg' vtitle='SC DOT Longterm Plans for Malfunction Junction'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- SC DOT is working on a massive project aimed at alleviating traffic congestion on 1-26 and 1-20, commonly called Malfunction Junction. The hectic highway is slated for…
South Carolina Native Mike Colter, known to some as the television super hero Luke Cage is headlining the 4th annual Comic Con this weekend.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--From music to food, the Latin Festival is taking over downtown Columbia's Main Street Saturday. The Main Street Latin Festival is an annual event and kicks off at 11am. If you plan on going, below is information from…
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division says they are still in the process of investigating a deadly officer involved shooting out of Spartanburg County.
[gtxvideo vid='dimd5KxT' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/dimd5KxT.jpg' vtitle='Parents arrested after baby found drowned in bathtub'] LAURNES COUNTY, SC (WOLO) - Parents of a one-year-old were arrested Thursday (8/23) after deputies say their baby drowned in a bathtub. Investigators with the Laurens County Sheriff's Office,…
[gtxvideo vid='1STak9jJ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/1STak9jJ.jpg' vtitle='LT GOV'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The November election is quickly approaching and the nominees are campaigning hard. Especially the Lt. governor nominees. No matter how the election goes in November, South Carolina will have a woman as Lt.…
[gtxvideo vid='xF03oUVu' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/xF03oUVu.jpg' vtitle='Soda City Comic Con Welcomes SC Native 'Luke Cage''] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Soda City Comic Con is bringing the heroes to the Capital City. South Carolina Native Mike Colter who stars as Luke Cage in Marvel's Luke Cage…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's high court has appointed a single judge to handle any lawsuits related to opioids in the state system. The state Supreme Court on Thursday assigned Circuit Court Judge Perry Gravely to the task. The…
[gtxvideo vid='y0E7ZSFS' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/y0E7ZSFS.jpg' vtitle='Irmo Optimist Club Donates Diapers'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The "Irmo Optimist Club" made a big donation on Friday. The organization delivered approximately 5000 diapers to the Parenting Center at Irmo High School. Teachers say the supplies can help…
There are so many social media platforms out and if you are one, or all of them sometimes it's best to keep some things private, especially if you are trying to land that perfect job.
WALTERBORO, S.C. (AP) - Six people have been arrested after a woman's body was found buried in woods near her South Carolina home. The arrests come after the body of 30-year-old Ashley Murdaugh was found Tuesday near her home near…
You do it everyday and chances are you 're doing it wrong. We're talking about sitting and how it can impact your posture. ABC takes a closer look at what you need to know so you're sitting pretty.
[gtxvideo vid='InWmqLu4' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/InWmqLu4.jpg' vtitle='SC DOT takes Comments on Malfunction Junction Plans'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Malfunction Junction is getting a complete makeover and many residents say it’s about time. Thursday the SC Department of Transportation held a public hearing to get input…
[gtxvideo vid='nWh9GVBt' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/nWh9GVBt.jpg' vtitle='Kroger plans to phase out plastic bags by 2025'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Kroger is joining the growing list of companies saying so-long to plastic bags. The grocery chain announced Thursday (8/23) morning that they will phase…
[gtxvideo vid='BpNLRml9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/BpNLRml9.jpg' vtitle='Columbia Police Chief Speaks out on K-9 Officer Death'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Columbia Police Chief Skip Holbrook says a Columbia Police officer used extremely poor judgement when leaving his K-9 partner in a car unattended for hours. K-9…
A children's medication that is used to keep your children healthy is being pulled off store shelves in a voluntary recall after contaminants that could lead to an infection.
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- A Columbia police officer is suspended after he left his K9 partner alone in a car for eight hours. Thursday afternoon Chief Skip Holbrook announced…
Fairfield, SC (WOLO)-- The Fairfield County Coroner has identified the person found shot to death at Drawdy Park in Winnsboro. According to the coroner, Damontay Wheeler, 17, of 405 Forest Hills Drive, Winnsboro, SC was pronounced dead on scene by…
[gtxvideo vid='V0EOOXYn' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/V0EOOXYn.jpg' vtitle='Tech Company Capgemini to bring 200 jobs to Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tech-giant Capgemini has announced it will be expanding in the Bull Street District in downtown Columbia. The company, on Thursday, announced it will expand, bringing…
Fairfield County Deputies are still investigating a homicide that took place on Wednesday. Authorities say the incident took place late Wednesday night at Drawdy Park, located on 702 8th Street in Winnsboro.
Lexington Police have arrested five suspects accused of multiple car thefts. They were charged with two counts of Theft of Motor Vehicle, two counts of Theft from Motor Vehicle, and four counts of Criminal Conspiracy.
