Orangeburg Parents Raise Concerns Over Possible Changes to Gifted and Talented Program
Parents in Orangeburg Consolidated School District 5 (OCSD5) are seeking answers about the gifted and talented program.
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Jail inmate mistakenly released instead of shipped to prison
A jail inmate is being returned to his South Carolina cell after mistakenly being allowed to walk out the door.
Man 'accidentally' mails link with child porn to coworker, deputies say
A 46-year-old teacher is behind bars after deputies say he emailed child porn to a co-worker using a work issued laptop.
Elmwood Avenue Lizard's Thicket Closing for Renovation
[gtxvideo vid='A7aPd5zi' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/A7aPd5zi.jpg' vtitle='Elmwood Avenue Lizard's Thicket Closing for Renovation'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Hungry? Big changes are coming to the Lizard's Thicket on Elmwood Avenue in downtown Columbia. The restaurant is closed for extensive renovations and is expected to re-open…
Missing 9-Year-Old Found Safe
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)- Lexington County Sheriff's Department say a 9-year-old who went missing Sunday afternoon has been found safe. Deputies say Mitchell Craft was found Sunday evening. Craft went missing Sunday morning and was last seen near his home in the…
Man Seriously Injured After Being Struck By Vehicle
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- A man was seriously injured after being hit by a car Sunday morning, deputies say. Around 1:00 a.m. Richland County deputies responded to the 5000 block of Miramar Drive in reference to an aggravated assault and…
Man Accused of Shooting, Killing Relative at Graduation Party Charged With Murder
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Columbia Police Investigators have arrested a man accused of shooting and killing a relative during a graduation celebration Saturday night. Christopher Jamaal Jones, 26, was arrested and is charged…
Wonder Woman Event Helps Raise Money For Columbia Women's Shelter
COLUMBIA,S C (WOLO)- As we all fan out over the new Wonder Woman movie, a local group is using the hype to raise money for a good cause. On Saturday the community…
Boat Explodes After Gas Was Pumped Into Fishing Rod Holder
[gtxvideo vid='Ro9r0Bz4' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Ro9r0Bz4.jpg' vtitle='boat explosion'] OCEAN ISLE BEACH, North Carolina (WTVD) --A boat exploded at a dock on the North Carolina coast, injuring three, after the boaters accidentally pumped 28 gallons of gasoline into a fishing rod holder instead of…
7 Killed, 3 Suspects Dead After 'Brutal Terrorist Attack' at London Bridge, Borough Market
ABC NEWS- Seven people were killed, three attackers are dead and 48 victims have been transported to hospitals after a "brutal terrorist attack" in London Saturday night involving a vehicle plowing into pedestrians on…
Free Centennial Concert at Fort Jackson Features Kelly Pickler, Hunter Hayes
FORT JACKSON, SC (WOLO)-– Fort Jackson is celebrating it’s Centennial with a free concert. It’s taking place Saturday, June 3 from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.. The free concert will feature Hunter Hayes and Kellie Pickler. Fort officials say the…
'Wear Orange' Campaign in SC For Gun Violence Awareness
[gtxvideo vid='vICAnMlP' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/vICAnMlP.jpg' vtitle=''Wear Orange' Campaign This Weekend in Columbia'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Parts of South Carolina are taking on an orange tint, all in the name of action against gun violence. Friday is National Gun Violence Awareness Day.…
Homeward Bound Pet Rescue Awarded Grant
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- A local foster based pet rescue is being awarded a grant to help furry friends in the Midlands. Since it's founding seven years ago, Homeward…
SC Human Trafficking Task Force Meets
[gtxvideo vid='d6fAmvcJ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/d6fAmvcJ.jpg' vtitle='SC Human Trafficking Task Force Meets'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tracking Human trafficking in South Carolina, that's just one of the goals of the Human Trafficking task force. The task force met Friday to discuss cases of human…
SC sites going orange in campaign against gun violence
Parts of South Carolina are taking on an orange tint, all in the name of action against gun violence.
How a simple dance can give a week of pure joy to a child
[gtxvideo vid='8FCh7cFw' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/8FCh7cFw.jpg' vtitle='Shaggin for MDA'] LEXINGTON SC (WOLO)--Tyler Ryan learns about the Shaggin for MDa event scheduled for Saturday June 3 at the Saluda River Club.
Fort Jackson's Once in 100 Year Celebration with a Free Concert and Fireworks
[gtxvideo vid='uGiuo1qS' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/uGiuo1qS.jpg' vtitle='Fort Jackson'] FORT JACKSON SC (WOLO)--As Fort Jackson, the worlds largest Army basic training installation celebrates it's 100 year anniversary, there is a big day planned for the community on Saturday. According to Command Sergeant Major Sidi…
New Tips for a Good Night's Rest
[gtxvideo vid='v5tL0Byp' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/v5tL0Byp.jpg' vtitle='New Tips for a Good Night's Rest'] CNN-- If you have trouble sleeping the answer to your problems could be an easy one, say experts. New studies show exercise could help with insomnia. Here's Kim Hutcherson with…
SC Police: Quick Thinking SC Driver Stops Car Jacker
DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP) - Authorities say a quick-thinking driver thwarted a car-jacking by a jail inmate trying to escape in South Carolina. State Law Enforcement Division arrest warrants say Ezekiel Stevenson yanked a driver from his car during a visit…
2017 Atlantic Hurricane Season Begins Today
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Hurricane season is officially underway. Although June 1st is the beginning of the season, the South Carolina Emergency Management Division is advising you to prepare early. "Now is the…
Legislative Panel Reaches Budget Compromise
[gtxvideo vid='59gaYhTp' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/59gaYhTp.jpg' vtitle='Legislative Panel Reaches Budget Compromise'] COLUMBIA, SC (AP)--A legislative panel has approved a budget compromise that begins shoring up the state pension system, spends $55 to upgrade K-12 schools, and provides $68 million for Hurricane Matthew cleanup…
Trump withdrawing US from Paris climate agreement but open to returning
President Trump will pull the United States out of the Paris climate accord, he said this afternoon.
Second suspect in Lawson Road home burglary charged
Authorities with the Lexington County Sheriff's Department say a second suspect has been arrested in connection with a home burglary on Lawson Road.
New Study on Benefits of Dark Chocolate
[gtxvideo vid='YLEbAL28' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/YLEbAL28.jpg' vtitle='New Study on Benefits of Dark Chocolate'] CNN-- A sweet treat could actually be good for your heart. A new study reveals the benefits of dark chocolate. Kim Hutcherson has the details in this health minute.
House Fire Causes $250K in Damages, 2 Displaced
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-The Columbia Fire Department battled a blaze that caused $250,000 in damages on Wednesday night. Fire crews were putting out the fire on Sawgrass Court a little after 9 p.m. Officials say two adults have been displaced and…
