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Father and Son Accused of making threats against South Carolina Deputy
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Authorities say a father and son are accused making threats against a South Carolina deputy. The State Law Enforcement Division tells media outlets Thursday 48-year-old Jesse Junior Salmond and 18-year-old Skigerria Tyreck Salmond were charged with…
SC Manufacturer Expanding, Bringing New Jobs
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- An Horry County manufacturer is expanding, bringing more jobs to South Carolina. According to the Governor's office, Sure Trac is projected to bring $2.5 million of capital investment and create approximately 20 new positions over the…
Federal Prosecutor in South Carolina nominated for Appellate Court position
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A longtime federal prosecutor in South Carolina has been nominated for an appellate court position. The White House announced Thursday that Assistant U.S. Attorney Jay Richardson had been picked to fill a vacancy on the 4th…
South Carolina Woman Pleads Guilty to Embezzling from a Bank
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A federal prosecutor says a South Carolina woman has pleaded guilty to embezzling $40,000 from a bank. U.S. Attorney Beth Blake said Thursday that 31-year-old Amy June Shaufelberger will be sentenced at a later date. Prosecutors…
Former Gamecock Hayden Hurst taken 25th overall by Baltimore
Former Gamecock tight end Hayden Hurst was selected 25th overall in the 2018 NFL Draft Thursday night by the Baltimore Ravens, becoming the first USC player taken in the first round since Jadeveon Clowney in 2014.
Sistercare women of the year
Two woman who survived domestic violence are recognized as Sistercare's Women of the Year.
Condon questioned over possible Santee Cooper takeover
A potential taker for Santee Cooper Utility is questioned. What he told a State panel his objectives would be to turn things around.
National Walk at Lunch Day at the Statehouse
[gtxvideo vid='U1ZPpJzD' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/U1ZPpJzD.jpg' vtitle='National Walk at Lunch Day at the Statehouse'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A record 1,600 walkers laced up their shoes to take part in "National Walk at Lunch Day". The annual event at the Statehouse is sponsored…
Midlands family suing American Airlines for wrongful death
[gtxvideo vid='yTfaoXLF' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/yTfaoXLF.jpg' vtitle='MidlanFamily suing American Airlines for wrongful death'] LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - The family of a Midlands woman is suing American Airlines after she died during a flight from Hawaii. Attorneys say Brittany Oswell of Lexington suffered an…
Armed robbery suspects sought
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is hoping you can help them find a suspect wanted for an armed robbery they say took place Wednesday.
Children's Trust aims to keep your child safe
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - A major partnership is aiming to keep your child safe when you get in the car and today Children's Trust hosted a car seat check at the…
Lexington 3rd grader creates backpacks for area homeless
A Lexington Third Grader starts a non profit organization and with the help of the community has been able to help some area homeless.
Columbia’s $1 million lottery winner is a dedicated employee
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - A Columbia woman was waiting patiently for the South Carolina Education Lottery’s Claims Center to open this morning. She was in a hurry to get to work but wanted to collect her $1 million winnings first.…
Former SC Attorney General Faces Panel for New Position at State-Owned Utility
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Former South Carolina Attorney General Charlie Condon faces questions from lawmakers to determine whether he will lead embattled state-owned utility company Santee Cooper. The Charleston attorney told a state panel Thursday that his goal is accountable…
Sumter man charged with murdering mother of his 2-year-old child
SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO) - A Sumter man is accused of murdering the mother of his child and leaving the two year old in an apartment with the woman's body. Sumter police say…
I-20 at Monticello Road reopened after tractor trailer collision
All lanes of I-20 westbound are closed at Monticello Road after two tractor trailers collided early Thursday, Columbia Fire said.
Prescription Drug Take Back Day-How to Take Part
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Time to clean out the medicine cabinet. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control hosting a Prescription Drug Take Back Day April 28, 2018. They are encouraging you to drop off unused, expired, or unwanted…
Advocacy Day is held at the State House
Wednesday Advocacy Day for access and independence was held along the State House grounds.
South Carolina Attorney General wants energy lawsuit dismissed
Attorney General Alan Wilson is one of the lawyers in 15 states that are are calling for a lawsuit over fossil fuel to be thrown out.
14 former SCDC employees and correction officers arrested by the FBI
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - 14 former employees of the South Carolina Department of Corrections have been indicted on federal charges related to accepting bribes and bringing contraband into South Carolina prisons.…
Arrest made in Lexington school threat
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) - A 14-year-old has been arrested in connection with school threats made on social media yesterday (4/24), say Lexington Police. On Monday, at approximately 8:00 p.m., officers…
Researchers in South Carolina play tag the alligators
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (AP) - An old children's story speaks of mice putting a bell on a cat's tail. Researchers in South Carolina are tagging alligators' tails. And necks. The Island Packet of Hilton Head reports researchers from Clemson…
Fleetwood Mac Coming to Columbia
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- It's not a rumor, Fleetwood Mac is coming to Columbia! Wednesday the Colonial Life Arena announced the legendary rock group will bring its North American tour to the Colonial Life Arena on February 22nd 2019. Tickets go…
House Votes to Cut SCE&G VC Summer Surcharge
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO, AP)--SCE&G customers are one step closer to no longer having to pay for the failed VC Summer nuclear project. Wednesday the house voted to cut the entire eighteen percent surcharge currently on customer's bills. The senate's version…
