Duke-bound Williamson speaks on college decision
With the basketball world watching across the United States on national television, fans of the Palmetto State's power programs were hoping Zion Williamson would stay in his home state.
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Top Recruit Zion Williamson Commits to Duke
ESPN,( WOLO)--Spartanburg high school standout Zion Williamson announced his pick Saturday night. Zion is headed to Duke University to play for the Blue Devils. The University of South Carolina and Clemson were among his choices. Williamson thanked both Clemson and…
Four Displaced After Morning Fire in Columbia
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Four people have been displaced after a two story home caught fire Saturday morning. Fire crews responded to the blaze at 5:00am in the 1200 block of Whitney Street. No injures were reported.
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham Reacts to Latest on Government Shutdown
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina's U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham is reacting to the latest on the U.S. Government shutdown. In a statement released to ABC Columbia News U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement: “Leader McConnell mentioned last…
Government Shutdown: Who's Affected
(AP)--ABC NEWS Thousands of federal employees began their weekends gripped with doubt, uncertain of when they'll be able to return to work and how long they'll have to go without being paid after a bitter political dispute in Washington triggered…
Sumter Fire Department Fights Major Warehouse Fire, Then Two House Fires Hours Later
Sumter, SC (WOLO)-- Friday was a busy day for the Sumter Fire Department, which kicked off around four in the morning when a warehouse was going up in flames. The fire was so…
Hundreds Come Out to Remember 108-Year-Old Midlands Woman
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- One of the oldest members of the community was celebrated by hundreds in Columbia, Friday. Donella Brown Wilson's 108 years of life in the Midlands was celebrated in…
Crews continue to battle blaze in Sumter
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Teen Found Shot to Death
Richland Deputies respond to a shots fire call only to discover a teen shot to death in the front yard of his home.
Update: 3 Alarm Fire Consumes Sumter Warehouse
Sumter County Fire officials continue working to fight a massive warehouse blaze that broke out early Friday morning.
Cold weather hurting Spotted Seatrout numbers
[gtxvideo vid='nRG3mjvH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/nRG3mjvH.jpg' vtitle='Cold weather hurting Spotted Seatrout numbers'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - State wildlife officials are asking anglers to throw back a certain fish. The Department of Natural Resources says if you're fishing and you catch a Spotted Seatrout,…
Family Hopes Cash Reward Will Help Catch Sumter Killer
Sumter, SC (WOLO)-- Around 10:30 Saturday morning a man was found dead outside of a church in Sumter. Now, his family is pleading for the community’s help in finding his killer. The Sumter…
USC Seniors Host Clothing Drive to Keep the Homeless Warm
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- This cold winter season we are experiencing is warming the hearts of some University of South Carolina seniors. What started off as a normal coffee run earlier this…
Kasey Alia Starts GoFundMe for Slain, Injured York Co. Officers
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- You can help the family of slain York County Deputy Mike Doty as well as the other officers injured in Tuesday morning's ambush. Kassy Alia, founder of Heroes in Blue and wife of slain Forest Acres Police…
Irmo's Savannah McCaskill drafted #2 overall in NWSL Draft
Former South Carolina striker Savannah McCaskill was selected by the Boston Breakers with the No. 2 overall pick in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) College Draft Thursday at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia.
Job Offer Scams Victim Out of Thousands
The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs is warning job seekers of a scam aimed at getting their bank account information for employment.
School and Business Delays- Winter Weather Latest
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Due to Winter Weather, here is a list of School Closings and Delays for Thursday, January 18th. DELAYS The Babcock Center, 2 Hour Delay Kershaw County Schools, 2 Hour Delay Lexington School Dist. One, 2 Hour Delay…
Potential Ice Issue for Morning Commute: Safety Tips
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Snow fell in the Midlands Wednesday, with little accumulation, but in some parts, the snow could stick, causing Black ice for the early morning commute Thursday. Black ice takes place when any remaining moisture on the roadways,…
Trooper Shares Tips to Keep You and Your Car Safe if You Run Across Black Ice
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The Department of Transportation will be working hard to make sure drivers are safe but the threat of black ice still looms. "These puddles you…
Breaking: York County Officer shot during Ambush Dies
YORK CO, SC (WCCB) (WOLO)-- The York County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday night that Detective Michael R. Doty passed away after being shot early Tuesday morning while responding to a domestic violence call. Doty was among four law enforcement officers that were ambushed during…
A Lifetime of Smoking Could Cost 1.2 Million, Study
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Millions are Told to Stay Off Roads, Winter Weather
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SC Lawmakers End Session Early Due to Winter Weather
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The winter weather has ended the second week of South Carolina's legislative session early. Both the House and Senate decided to cancel their Wednesday and Thursday sessions because of snow in central and western South Carolina.…
Dominion Energy Presents Merger Proposal In Front Of House Committee, One Condition Could Be Deal Breaker
[gtxvideo vid='uzlsrt6W' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/uzlsrt6W.jpg' vtitle='HOUSE DOMINION'] Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- Dominion Energy was back at the statehouse Wednesday, mapping out their merger proposal to the House Utility Ratepayer Protection Committee. The hearing went on for about four hours, but some house…
At Least Five Deaths in South Blamed on Winter Weather
ATLANTA (AP) - At least five deaths are being blamed on cold weather in the South. In central Georgia, Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones says the driver of a Ford Mustang hit an icy spot on Interstate 75 Wednesday morning…
