A Blooming State House
Spring has sprung and it definitely looked like it at the South Carolina State House thanks to a generous donation.
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Parents of Teen Who Died From Drinking Energy Drinks Hope to Help Others
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- After their beloved 16-year-old son Davis Cripe died from drinking too much caffeine, the family is now speaking out. "The hardest thing a parent could ever go through. Living…
Cobbs Hill Man Died of Natural causes, Autopsy shows
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) - According to Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher, an autopsy to determine the cause of death of a man who was suspected of being beaten while picking up his newspaper in the Cobbs Hill Subdivision, was conducted on…
State Announces Take-Over of School District
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Superintendent Molly Spearman Wednesday declared a state of emergency in Williamsburg Co. Wednesday afternoon Spearman announced the state is taking over the Williamsburg Co. School District due to financial mismanagement, systemic programmatic issues, and poor student academic…
Daylight Saving Time Debate at State House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Fall back or spring forward, that's the decision some South Carolina lawmakers want to leave in the hands of their voters. Members of a House subcommittee question Wednesday whether the Palmetto State should continue adjusting their…
Benedict College Inaugural Events
[gtxvideo vid='S8vyooef' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/S8vyooef.jpg' vtitle='Benedict College Inaugural Events'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Benedict College is celebrating the upcoming Inauguration of the school's new president. Dr. Roslyn Clark Artis will be sworn in as the Fourteenth and First Female President on Friday. The college…
Love, Peace and Hip Hop Festival Kicks Off Wednesday
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Love, Peace and Hip Hop, a five day Festival is here in the Capital City. The annual event is aimed at celebrating musical icons who've made a difference in the history of the musical genre. This…
Former Jail Guard in South Carolina Arrested
DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP) - A former jail guard in South Carolina has been arrested and charged with misconduct in office. Darlington County Sheriff's Lt. Robby Kilgo said in a news release Monday that Ashley Kameil Sims is accused of illegally…
Richland Searches for Burglary Suspects
[gtxvideo vid='IVHEpwIt' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/IVHEpwIt.jpg' vtitle='Richland Searches for Burglary Suspects'] Richland Co., SC ( WOLO) ---- The Richalnd County Sheriff's Department is hoping you recognize these three men they are searching for. Deputies say the trio kicked in the back door of…
SC ranks 9th from the bottom for millennials
[gtxvideo vid='GGmYuelE' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/GGmYuelE.jpg' vtitle='SC ranks 9th from the bottom for millennials'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Experts say millennials make up the largest generation in the US but earn 20 percent less than the baby boomers did at the same age.…
Mom accused of taking shot 2-year-old from SC to NY
[gtxvideo vid='jVQdpB5C' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/jVQdpB5C.jpg' vtitle='Mom accused of taking shot 2-year-old from SC to NY'] CONWAY, SC (WOLO) - A mother in Conway is accused of refusing to get her son help after he was shot in the leg. Police say she…
Candidates Speak During Gubernatorial Forum
Candidates running for South Carolina Governor join their competitors for a panel to give voters a chance to hear where they stand on issues that impact them.
Selling Energy Drinks To Minors Under 18 Might Become Illegal
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- House Representatives are taking on energy drinks after a 16-year-old Midlands boy died because of too much caffeine. Representative Leon Howard said it is time to treat energy drinks like cigarettes…
Love, Peace and Hip Hop Kicks off Week of Festivities
A week of festivities kick off Wednesday to celebrate the love, peace and hip hop during leading up to a family fun finale.
Lexington man sentenced to 15 years for trafficking meth
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) - Robert Tyler Geiger, 30, was sentenced today to 15 years for Trafficking Methamphetamine. Geiger pled guilty instead of going forward with his trial. Evidence in the case established that shortly after midnight on August 20th, 2017, Troopers…
Attorney General responds to Norman controversy
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - Attorney General Alan Wilson says U.S. Representative Ralph Norman will not face charges for placing a loaded handgun on a table during a campaign event. In a statement released today, Wilson said the actions of the…
Sumter Police Investigating Fatal Crash
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)-- Police in Sumter are investigating an accident that left a 29 year old woman dead. Investigators say just before 8:30 a GMC Yukon was turning left into a business plaza on South Pike West whit it hit…
Window Manufacturer Expanding Operations in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A window manufacturer is expanding operations in South Carolina. According to the Governor's office, J. Geiger Shading, is expanding its existing Charleston County operations with $1.1 million investment. The expansion is expected to 26 new jobs. According to…
COMET Bus Route Forum Tuesday
[gtxvideo vid='BA5evN5K' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/BA5evN5K.jpg' vtitle='COMET Bus Route Forum Tuesday'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Changes are coming to the COMET Bus routes. The transportation system is holding a series of public meetings on the proposed changes. Officials say they want to reduce the number…
Solicitor recuses self from congressman gun case
Rep. Ralph Norman pulls out own gun to make a point about violence By Annie Grayer, CNN Updated 8:14 PM ET, Fri April 6, 2018 Speaker of the House Paul Ryan, R-Wis., conducts a ceremonial swearing…
SC GOP Looks at Referendum on Partisan Voter Registration
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina Republicans are taking a step toward ending the state's practice of crossover voting during primary elections. The state GOP on Monday announced it would conduct an advisory referendum during this year's June primaries asking…
Richland Co. Council Responds to Seals Firing
[gtxvideo vid='IwsUF8RP' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/IwsUF8RP.jpg' vtitle='Richland Co. Council Responds to Seals Firing'] Richland Co. , SC (WOLO) -- The Richland County Council held a specially called meeting Monday afternoon, this after former County Administrator Gerald Seal sent an email to council members…
Pedestrian Struck by 3 Cars Dies
The South Carolina Highway Patrol continues investigating an accident that killed a pedestrian after officials say she was struck by 3 vehicles trying to cross the Interstate.
Deadly Crash Leads to Pile Up
A deadly accident along Interstate 20 leads to a multi car pile up that shut down the highway for hours.
Saluda Deputy Laid To Rest, Law Enforcement Officers Statewide Showed Up To Bid Farewell
SALUDA, SC (WOLO)-- Saluda County Sheriff’s Office saluted Cpl. Dale Hallman one last time as they mourn the loss of a brother in blue. Cpl. Dale Hallman (29) died while responding to a call…
