Quorum Report: Investigating CFD's Sole-Source Contract for Fire Trucks
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Nearly $5 million worth of fire truck purchases by the City of Columbia Fire Department has highlighted concerns about where they're coming from in…
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Party for Patients at Palmetto Children's Hospital
[gtxvideo vid='ZXPltQjA' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ZXPltQjA.jpg' vtitle='Party for Patients at Palmetto Children's Hospital'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Halloween came a little early for some tiny ghouls and goblins... These trick or treaters got a special party for patients in the halls of the Children's Hospital.…
Lexington Police Dept. to Host Luncheon for Fallen Trooper
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)--The Lexington Police Department is helping the family of a fallen SC Trooper. Chief Terrence Green says the department will be having a luncheon to benefit the family of South Carolina Highway Patrol Trooper Daniel Keith Rebman, Jr. Rebman…
City of Columbia to Break Ground on New Busby St. Community Center
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A new community center is headed to the City of Columbia. On Thursday, the City of Columbia will hold a groundbreaking for the Busby Street Community Resource & Training Center. It will take place near the James…
GOP challenger pledges she'll take no salary as SC governor
A Republican challenging South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster says she'll take no salary if elected to the state's top job.
World-renowned sports agent to speak at USC tonight
One of the most successful businessmen in the world of sports will speak at the University of S.C., Wednesday.
Man arrested, charged with threatening Senator Tim Scott
A Georgia man has been arrested and charged with threatening South Carolina U.S. Sen. Tim Scott.
Florida Man Accused of Running Over Two People on SC Beach
SULLIVANS ISLAND, S.C. (AP) - A Florida man is charged with running over two people lying on a South Carolina beach. News outlets reported 29-year-old David Brian McCarty of Jacksonville, Florida, is charged with leaving the scene of an accident…
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Veterans have a change to get a service for the dedicated service.
A Sweet Treat: Sheriff Lotts' "Rock The Lott" Event
[gtxvideo vid='FymRi3U1' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/FymRi3U1.jpg' vtitle='ROCK THE LOTT'] Richland County, SC (WOLO)-- Kids, costumes, and candy. All great things to find at the Richland County Trunk-or-Treat "Rock The Lott" event. Everything from Ant-Man, vampires, ninjas, and angels were in attendance. While the…
Palmetto Children's Hospital Halloween
Columbia, SC ( WOLO) ---Halloween came a little early Tuesday for some tiny ghouls and goblins... These trick or treaters were able to get a special party in the halls of the Palmetto Health Children's Hospital. Palmetto Health says its…
Coroner Identifies Pedestrian Hit and Killed in Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='FWm4iWiC' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/FWm4iWiC.jpg' vtitle='Coroner Identifies Pedestrian Hit and Killed'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The Richland County Coroner has identified the person hit and killed by a car Monday (10/30) night off Millwood Avenue. The coroner says Joann Razo, 50, died…
Navigating Open Enrollment for the Uninsured
[gtxvideo vid='syx8Ykn9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/syx8Ykn9.jpg' vtitle='Navigating Open Enrollment for the Uninsured'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - there has been a lot of confusion this year surrounding healthcare and how those who don't have coverage through an employer or government program will be covered.…
SCANA Executives Retire, Lawmakers React
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Just one day after lawmakers called for Kevin Marsh's resignation, House Speaker Jay Lucas and Governor Henry McMaster are both calling Marsh's retirement a good move for the…
Witnesses Describe Chaos on NY Bike Path
ABC NEWS (NY)--By Julia Jacobo -- Andrew Howell was walking along the bike path near Chambers Street in lower Manhattan this afternoon when he saw a truck plow into two cyclists riding about 20 feet in front of him. The impact…
SC State Campus Given 'All Clear' After Shooting Near Campus
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WOLO)- Officials with SC State University have deemed students safe after placing the university on lockdown as a result of nearby shooting. Investigators with the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office said a male was shot near the school around…
Breaking: Police: Multiple Dead after Driver Plows into People on NY City Bike Path
ABC NEWS (New York)--At least eight people are dead and others injured after a vehicle drove onto a bike path in lower Manhattan in New York City. The sprawling crime scene runs several blocks along the West Side Highway. A…
Richland Deputies Search for Larceny Suspect
Richland County Deputies need your help finding a man they say is responsible for steal thousands of dollars of money orders from an area apartment complex.
Boil Water Advisory Lifted for Amick's Ferry Rd. in Chapin
CHAPIN, S.C. (WOLO) - A boil water advisory has been lifted for Chapin area water customers on Amicks Ferry Road, from Timberlake to the end of the peninsula, a town spokesperson said. Officials say residents in the affected neighborhoods no…
Coroner Identifies Man Killed During Online Sale Meet and Deal
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The Richland County Coroner has identified a man shot during what police say was a meet and deal gone wrong. Coroner Gary Watts says 23 year old Jaquel Deshawn Cornelius died from gunshot wounds to the torso and…
Governor Henry McMaster Reacts to SCANA Executive Departure
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster released the following statement Tuesday, in response to the departure of SCANA executives: "While this decision indicates that SCANA is beginning to fully understand…
College of Charleston probing 'racially insensitive' Halloween costumes
A South Carolina college is investigating social media posts that appear to show students in "racially insensitive" Halloween costumes, the school's president said.
Multiple families displaced after fire at condominium complex
Multiple families have been displaced from their homes, after an early morning fire at a condominium complex in Columbia.
Last Minute Costume Ideas That Won't Scare Your Wallet
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- If you still haven't purchased your Halloween costume yet, don't worry, here are some ideas that won't scare your wallet. "The closer we get to Halloween its easier to…
Richland Library's 'Not so Spooky Halloween Stroll'
[gtxvideo vid='ymYglnbN' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ymYglnbN.jpg' vtitle='Richland Library's Not so Spooky Halloween Stroll'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Ghosts and goblins will make their way up and down Main Street this Halloween. The Richland County Library will once again host the "Not-So-Spooky Halloween Stroll", in downtown…
