Update: Man Barricaded in Richland County Home
Richland County Deputies search for two people they say are wanted in a shots fired call that led them to evacuate nearby homes for hours.
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Halloween Safety Tips From RSCD and Columbia Fire Department
[gtxvideo vid='EKb4XNxG' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/EKb4XNxG.jpg' vtitle='HALLOWEEN'] Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- "Reeses peanut butter cups," Brick Lewis said, Columbia Fire Department's PIO. "Reeses peanut butter cup… absolutely, Reeses peanut butter cup," Katelyn Jasak said laughing, with Richland County Sheriff's Department. Richland County Sheriff’s…
UPDATE: Trooper Dies after Patrol Vehicle Hit while on Roadside
GREENVILLE, SC (WOLO) - A South Carolina State Trooper involved in an accident early Tuesday (10/24) morning has died. A spokesperson for the Department of Public Safety says Trooper Daniel Rebman passed away at 3:00 p.m. Troopers say Rebman was parked…
Bond Set for Suspended, Former Lawmakers and Political Advisor
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) -- Five men, a suspended state senator, a suspended state representative, his political-consultant father, and two former state lawmakers were in bond court Tuesday after they were indicted by State…
Carolina-Clemson Food Drive for SC Food Banks
[gtxvideo vid='7FTmPyOi' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/7FTmPyOi.jpg' vtitle='Carolina- Clemson Food Drive for Harvest Hope'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The rivalry between the Gamecocks and Tigers will never perish... just like the non perishables the two are collecting for harvest hope. Bi-Lo is the collection site for…
Families welcome to trick-or-treat with the Greek community
Midlands families are invited to trick-or-treat with the Greek community at the University of South Carolina.
Senator Katrina Shealy to be Awarded Honorary Badge
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The State Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is set to present an honorary badge and certificate to Senator Katrina Shealy on Tuesday. The event will take place at the Lexington County Courthouse Tuesday afternoon. According to…
Northeast Richland County Residents Learn About Road Projects at Senator McLeod's Town Hall
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-Senator Mia McLeod and Representatives Ivory Thigpen and Beth Bernstein held a town hall to provide an outlet for residents to pose questions and learn more about issues impacting drivers…
Gas Prices Down at the Pump in SC
[gtxvideo vid='7hsL1dnl' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/7hsL1dnl.jpg' vtitle='Gas Prices Down at the Pump in SC'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Prices at the pump continue to fall here in the Midlands. Gas prices are down, again this week. In fact, according to GasBuddy, they've fallen 7 cents over…
Winning Lottery Ticket Almost Trashed
A Columbia man gets lucky twice after Lottery officials say he almost missed out on a 100 thousand dollar winning ticket.
Search for Assault & Battery Suspect
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is searching for a man they say is wanted to assault and battery. Click below to see if you recognize him. You may have information that can help in the case.
Vista Shooting Victim Speaks Out After Maleik Houseal's Hearing
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- Maleik Houseal was wheeled before a judge who ruled there was sufficient evidence for probable cause, which means Houseal will appear in court again. While in court we heard from an investigator who says Houseal and his brother…
Deputies Respond to Elementary School for Student with Gun
SUMTER COUNTY, SC (WOLO) - An unloaded BB gun was confiscated from a 9-year-old student Monday (10/23) at Shaw Heights Elementary School in Sumter County, according to the Sheriff's Office there. A news release from SCSO Monday afternoon says Deputies were…
Headliner Named for Famously Hot New Year
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--It's almost time for the state's largest New Year's Eve celebration-- Famously Hot New Year! This year's headliner is singer-songwriter Elle King. Other performers include the Nappy Roots, and Fat Rat Da Czar. The free--full length outdoor concert…
Governor McMaster proposes end to sanctuary cities
Governor Henry McMaster announces push for a new law to make sure no parts of South Carolina become Sanctuary Cities and would require municipalities to prove it annually.
SC State Fair: Fond Memories and Attendance
[gtxvideo vid='ruUYLB0k' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ruUYLB0k.jpg' vtitle='SC State Fair: Fond Memories'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The SC State Fair officially wrapped up Sunday night, but before the lights went out the midway was packed. The fair closed its' gates Sunday Night after a 12 day…
Dining on the Gervais Street Bridge, Really
[gtxvideo vid='q8E8LGIn' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/q8E8LGIn.jpg' vtitle='Dining on the Gervais Street Bridge'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The Gervais Street Bridge was shut down Sunday, here's why. Talk about dinner with a view and a great cause. If you didn't get a chance to dine on…
A Zombie Experience in Cayce promises scares for a great cause
[gtxvideo vid='jyGX7aZh' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/jyGX7aZh.jpg' vtitle='Hall of Horrors'] CAYCE SC (WOLO)--It has been the better part of four decades that people have flocked to the Cayce-West Columbia Junior Chamber headquarters just off 12th Street in late October to have the heck scared…
Get Festive With Flying Saucer During 'Hallo-Week'
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The Flying Saucer in Columbia is cooking up some spooky potions to get you into the Halloween spirit. During "Hallo-Week, the restaurant will be hosting Halloween themed events leading up to…
Inmate Found Dead at South Carolina Jail: Authorities Investigating
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - Authorities are investigating the death of an inmate at a South Carolina jail. The Charleston County Sheriff's Office says that a deputy was making rounds at the county jail sometime after 6 a.m. Saturday when he…
2017 SC State Fair Ends 12 Day Run
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The SC State Fair officially wrapped up Sunday night but before the lights went out, the midway was packed. The State Fair has been in town since October 11th. According to officials, attendance this year was 427,466. The…
SC Unemployment Rate: By the Numbers
[gtxvideo vid='spd67LOS' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/spd67LOS.jpg' vtitle='SC Unemployment Rate :By the Numbers'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--More and more of your neighbors are working. The SC Department of Employment and Workforce on Friday, announced a record, nearly two point two million people have jobs in…
Troopers: Pedestrian Hit Twice on Interstate 77
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) - A pedestrian crossing Interstate 77 in South Carolina has died after being hit by two cars. South Carolina Highway Patrol Trooper Joe Hovis tells media outlets the incident happened around 5:30 a.m. Sunday near Rock…
Gas Prices Down Again at the Pump in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Good news if you are filling up at the pump. Gas prices are down again, for mid-October. According to GasBuddy, the average price for gas in Columbia has fallen 7 cents per gallon over the last week.…
18th Annual Buddy Walk Underway in Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Grab your tennis shoes for a good time and a good cause. The 18th annual Buddy Walk is Sunday at Saluda Shoals Park from 1pm-5pm. Organizers say the family friendly effort raises money so 'Family Connection South Carolina'…
