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South Carolina Files Suit Against Maker of OxyContin

The South Carolina Attorney General's office filed a lawsuit against Purdue Pharma, the maker of the opioid OxyContin, Tuesday.

Early Morning Shooting Investigated

Richland County Deputies are on the hunt for a person they say is responsible for a deadly early Tuesday morning shooting.

Young Leaders Society Collecting School Supplies at Annual Kickoff Event

[gtxvideo vid='5bQ5qWES' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/5bQ5qWES.jpg' vtitle='Young Leaders Society'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Young Leaders Society is hosting its annual kickoff event to launch a new year of philanthropy and professional development opportunities. This year's party, with the theme "Camp YLS", is being…

Historic Columbia's Third Annual Water Balloon Battle

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Kick off the Total Eclipse Weekend at Historic Columbia's third annual Historic Water Balloon Battle from 5:30 - 7 p.m. this Friday, Aug 18 on the grounds of Robert Mills House…

American Idol Auditions Coming to South Carolina

CHARLESTON, SC (WOLO)-ABC is looking for the next "American Idol" with auditions happening here in the Palmetto State on Friday. Producers of the reincarnated show will be stopping in Charleston on August 25,2017…

Wresting Legend Ric Flair Asks for Prayers

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Suspected Driver in Charlottesville Ramming Charged with Murder

[gtxvideo vid='KQ55R1Bu' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/KQ55R1Bu.jpg' vtitle='Charlottesville Latest'] CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (WOLO) - Bail was denied in Charlottesville for James Alex Fields, Jr. The suspected driver in the deadly attack in Virginia was arraigned on second degree murder and related offenses.

Happy Birthday Richland County Community Action Team

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Midlands Car Dealership Makes Major Harvest Hope Donation

[gtxvideo vid='6RFGFVIm' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/6RFGFVIm.jpg' vtitle='Midlands Car Dealership Makes Major Harvest Hope Donati'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A local car dealership handed over a lot money Monday (8/14) helping the fight against hunger in the Midlands. The Jim Hudson Automotive Group gave…

Governor Holds First Job Fair to Assist V.C. Summer Employees

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The first career push of the governor's initiative to assist workers layed off by V.C. Summer kicked off today. Two weeks have passed since Santee Cooper and SCE&G…

Deputies: Man Shot, Wrecked Truck...Now Facing Charges

Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Lexington County deputies say a man who was shot in self-defense is now facing multiple charges. Investigators say Sunday morning Mark Day was shot after threatening three people with a pressure-washer wand at a home on Miller's…

Columbia Officer Rescues Passenger from Burning Car

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- A Columbia police officer pulled a passenger from a burning car after a hit and run Sunday morning. Investigators say it happened at the intersection of Hampton and Harden Streets around 2:30 in the morning. According to…

Former Arkansas coach, College Football Legend Frank Broyles dies at 92

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (WOLO, AP, ABC NEWS) - Frank Broyles, who guided the University of Arkansas to its lone national football championship and later molded the overall program as its athletic director, has died at the age of 92. Broyles died…

First Lady of S.C. to Visit State Prison

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - South Carolina First Lady Peggy McMaster will visit Camille Graham Correctional Institution in Columbia, Tuesday, to observe a program that encourages incarcerated mothers to bond with their children. The S.C. Department of Corrections said "A Mother's…

Senator Graham to Discuss Health Care Tuesday

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - U.S. Senator Lindsay Graham will meet with members of the media in Columbia, Tuesday, to discuss his proposed health care plan. In a press release announcing the conference, Graham said his proposal would replace Obamacare with…

Columbia Police Arrest Shooting Suspect

A man accused of shooting at an acquaintance during an argument is arrested for attempted murder.

Job Fair Hosted by Food Companies Underway At USC

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- A job fair offering on-site interviews is underway at the University of South Carolina. Aramark food services and Carolina Food Company are hosting the fair. The event will last until 4 p.m. Interested applicants are asked to…

Happening Now: Employ SC

Thousands impacted by the abrupt shut down of two nuclear reactor projects at VC Summer have a chance to find employment. Employ SC put in place by Governor Henry McMaster is happening now through Wednesday this week.

Become a soldier for the day - Without the haircut

[gtxvideo vid='IGOxBHiJ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/IGOxBHiJ.jpg' vtitle='Fort Jackson'] FORT JACKSON, SC (WOLO) -- In an effort to create awareness of the training that Army recruits undergo at Fort Jackson, the base is opening its training doors for a "Come See Your Army" tour.…

U.S. Congressman Ralph Norman Says "Go Home and Stay Away" to White Supremacists Following Charlottesville's Deadly Attack

[gtxvideo vid='TaYzGdXd' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/TaYzGdXd.jpg' vtitle='NORMAN'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - White nationalists gathered Saturday for a "Unite the Right" march when they were confronted with counterprotesters in Charlottesville, Virginia. What started out as verbal ridicule quickly escalated into physical violence and things…