Community invited to share "Coffee with a Cop"
Midlands law enforcement agencies will partake in the National Coffee with a Cop Day on Wednesday.
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Years of South Carolina Governor's Official Emails Disappear
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Two years' worth of emails South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster sent and received before he took the state's top job have been deleted despite priorities to save the electronic communications as historical records. The Post and…
Satanic Symbols Painted on Historic South Carolina Church
AYESVILLE, S.C. (AP) -A church in South Carolina that dates back more than 250 years has again been the target of vandals. Salem Black River Presbyterian Church member Dick Dabbs says he discovered satanic symbols and phrases painted on the…
Sumter County Deputy Passes Away From Illness
SUMTER COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The Sumter County Sheriffs Department is mourning the lost of a fellow deputy. Corporal Albert Bernard Thomas died Sunday morning after a brief illness, according to Sumter County Sheriff Anthony Dennis. Thomas was in law enforcement for…
CPD Looking For Two Suspects in Armed Robbery Investigation
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Columbia Police are looking for two suspects after a armed robbery Sunday Morning. Officers say the robbery happened at the Family Dollar in the 6200 block of North Main Street. While details are limited at this time,…
Identities Released of 2 Killed in Apparent Murder-Suicide in Richland Co.
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The Richland County Coroner has released the identities of the two people who died in an apparent murder-suicide Saturday morning. The shooting incident happened around10:00 a.m. at an…
Lil Wayne Didn't Perform at Colonial Life, Refunds on Hold
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Rapper Lil Wayne was at Colonial Life Arena as a part of the 2nd Annual Fall Ball. Unfortunately, as thousands of fans sat in their paid seats, he didn't make…
Clemson continues to answer the call, beats third Top 15 team in September
(2) Clemson went to Lane Stadium and beat (12) Virginia Tech 31-17 Saturday night, continuing to show college football the defending national champions won't be easy to knock off the throne.
Gamecocks outdone by Texas A&M, lose on the road 24-17
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Keith Ford ran for 70 yards and two touchdowns, including the go-ahead 17-yard score in the fourth quarter, to lift Texas A&M to a 24-17 win over South Carolina on Saturday night.
Hurricane Relief Concert in Lexington at Amphitheater
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)--- Rocking out to help those in need, a Hurricane Relief Benefit Concert will be held at Icehouse Amphitheater, Saturday. It will take place at 107 West Main Street in Lexington. Organizers say all proceeds will go to…
Richland County Deputies and LIVE PD Stars: Grand Marshals for Okra Strut Parade
IRMO, SC (WOLO)-- The Irmo Okra Strut is underway Saturday and marking the event will be the annual Parade. The parade will begin at 9:00 am on Saturday, September 30th down Lake Murray Boulevard, led by the Grand Marshals, Sheriff Leon Lott, Deputies…
Time to Strut
It's time to get your strut on in Irmo this weekend.
Puerto Rico Patients Head to SC
Patients from Puerto Rico injured during hurricane Maria are in route to South Carolina hospitals for medical assistance.
Kassy Alia to Host Event Calling for Change on the Anniversary of her Husband's Death
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The wife of murdered Forest Acres Police Officer Greg Alia is taking the anniversary of her husband's death to call for change. Saturday marks two years since the officer was…
SC National Guard Troops Deploy to Puerto Rico
Hopkins, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina National Guard is sending 150 soldiers and about 60 vehicles to aid Puerto Rico in their disaster recovery efforts. "You can only send so many people, especially to an area as small as Puerto Rico.…
Midlands Groups Collecting Aid for Puerto Rico
[gtxvideo vid='dVcxrLhs' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/dVcxrLhs.jpg' vtitle='Midlands Groups Collecting Aid for Puerto Rico'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--A Midlands group is teaming up with a Puerto Rican restaurant to send supplies to Puerto Rico. The owners of La Isla Bonita say it's been nearly impossible…
Irmo Celebrates Fried Okra: 44th Annual Okra Strut
IRMO, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready for a fried veggie. The 44th annual Irmo Okra Strut kicks off in the Town of Irmo Friday and runs through Saturday. The free, family-friendly event features nationally-recognized bands, like Mother's Finest, a parade and a recipe…
JerryFest Outdoor Concert in Five Points
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Music and more will highlight the JerryFest concert in Five Points Sunday. According to organizers, JerryFest is a free, family and pet friendly outdoor concert to…
Suspect wanted for forcing Midlands McDonald's employees into freezer after armed robbery
Caught on Camera: The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is on the hunt for a suspect, caught on camera, robbing a Midlands McDonald's at gunpoint and then forcing three employees into the freezer.
Midlands Restaurant to Host Donation Drive For Puerto Rico
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- A Midlands Restaurant is hosting a donation drive to send supplies to Puerto Rico. The manager of La Isla Bonita say its been a struggle contacting family in…
Columbia Sewage Discount Ends, Rates Could Go Up
[gtxvideo vid='UU8HGIie' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/UU8HGIie.jpg' vtitle='Columbia Sewage Discount Ends, Rates Could Go Up'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - City of Columbia water customers can expect to see an increase on their bills next month. Starting in October, Columbia Water’s annual seasonal sewer discount…
Argument Ends in Gunfire, Car Shot at
[gtxvideo vid='9P8zfWwy' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9P8zfWwy.jpg' vtitle='Argument Ends in Gunfire, Car Shot at'] RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO) - Deputies say an argument erupted in gunfire Wednesday (9/27) afternoon in northeast Richland County. Investigators say it happened at the intersection of Polo Road and…
5th Death Blamed on Irma
State officials say Hurricane Irma has claimed another life bringing the total number of deaths from the storm to five people.
African American WWI Heroes Honored With Historic Marker
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- 100 years ago a group of brave Midlands soldiers crossed the Atlantic to fight in WWI. Thursday, those men were given their long-overdue recognition. On a hidden plot of…
Dutch Forks High School Teacher On Jeopardy
Irmo, SC (WOLO)-- A teacher from Dutch Fork High School is going to be on America’s Favorite quiz show. Who is Robert Barron? That’s correct! He's the history teacher that will be seen by…
