Trump Supporters Rally on President's Day
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO)-On Presidents Day roughly 40 Trump supporters gathered in one of the most conservative counties in the state. Many of the rally goers say it's time for Americans to…
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Darlington Raceway Study
DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP) - Darlington Raceway is contributing almost $53 million in economic impact to the state of South Carolina. A recent study conducted by the University of South Carolina determined the track's impact on the state, also finding it…
Reverend Al Sharpton Addresses Marchers at the State House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- People from all over South Carolina gathered at the State House for the National Action Network People's March. The network's founder, Reverend Al Sharpton says Columbia is at the…
Columbia Fire Crews Battle Apartment Fire
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Monday afternoon Columbia Fire crews responded to a two alarm fire at an apartment at 401 Burnside Drive near Garner's Ferry Road. Smoke could be seen across the skies of the Midlands, in the Southeast section of…
Sheriff Vows to Find who Killed Clemson Student 20 Years Ago
The Oconee County sheriff says he thinks his deputies will eventually find who killed a Clemson University student 20 years ago.
"Grant Park" Author to Speak in Columbia Thursday
[gtxvideo vid='LaUWfTvi' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/LaUWfTvi.jpg' vtitle='grant park author'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The month of February comes to a close next week, and with it, so does Richland Library's One Book, One Celebration event. This year, readers were invited to dive into…
Powerball Jackpot Reaches $403 Million
(CNN) -- The jackpot keeps growing for the Powerball lottery. No one won Saturday's multi-state drawing, so the top prize for Wednesday night's Powerball is $403 million dollars. Whoever wins the jackpot can choose to take their winnings either in…
Richland County Library Opens New Sandhills Location
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C.(WOLO)-After more than a year of construction the Richand County Library finally opened its new Sandhills location Sunday afternoon. The official ribbon cutting happened at the 30,000 square-foot structure located at…
Man Gets 32 Years For Ex-Girlfriend's Stabbing Death
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) - A judge has sentenced a Holly Hill man to serve 32 years in prison for stabbing his former girlfriend to death after saying he wanted back in her life. The Times and Democrat of Orangeburg reports…
Confederate Flag Adds to SC Confederate Relic Room's Woes
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's Confederate Relic Room is dealing with smaller budgets as it takes on the unrequested responsibility of displaying the last Confederate flag to fly at the Statehouse. Museum Director Allen Roberson tells The State newspaper…
Man Inside Home During Hostage Situation Found Safe
NEWBERRY COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)- A man who was inside the residence during a recent hostage situation in Newberry County has been found uninjured. Newberry Sheriff Deputies said Richard “Sam” Baxter Jr, 55, was at the residence of before law enforcement…
Man Killed After Crashing Into Parked Tow Truck
RICHLAND COUNTY,S.C. (WOLO)- One man is dead following a multi-vehicle collision on Saturday evening. The wreck happened at the intersection of Claudia Drive and Roof Street around 6:15 p.m. Troopers said Eric…
Man Shot by Deputy After Hostage Situation
NEWBERRY COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)- Newberry Deputies have shot an armed man after a hostage situation on Sunday. Just before 11:30 a.m. deputies were called to the 400 block of…
Memorial Service for SC Rep. Joe Neal Sunday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Services have been set for State Representative Joe Neal, age 66, who passed away Tuesday. The longtime lawmaker who Governor McMaster calls a “compassionate force” was known for being a strong voice for concerns in Richland County…
City Hosts ‘Black History Extravaganza’ Monday
[gtxvideo vid='l9B3QtjC' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/l9B3QtjC.jpg' vtitle='City Hosts 'Black History Extravaganza' Monday'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The City of Columbia is hosting a Black History Extravaganza event Monday at Greenview Park. According to City officials, the event will include exhibitors, live entertainment and more! WHO: The…
War Veteran Awarded New Home in Chapin
[gtxvideo vid='Zc2t5Ekh' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Zc2t5Ekh.jpg' vtitle='sgt home'] CHAPIN, SC (WOLO)- An injured soldier was awarded a specially adapted home by a nonprofit organization on Saturday in Chapin. The Homes For Our Troops organization awarded a home to Army Sergeant Robert Barber. On…
2 Inmates Attack 2 Workers at SC Maximum Security Prison
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A maximum security prison in Columbia has been placed on lock down after two inmates attacked two prison employees. Department of Corrections spokeswoman Sommer Sharpe said the assault happened…
Woman Killed by Deer Struck by Car in Front of Her
SALUDA, S.C. (AP) -Authorities say a woman riding in a pickup has died on a Saluda County road after the vehicle in front of her hit a deer, throwing the animal into her vehicle. Troopers say a 2001 Kia first…
CPD Seeking Two Men for Questioning in Deadly Shooting
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The Columbia Police Department is working on questioning two males in connection to a deadly apartment shooting Friday night. Police said they want to talk with DaQuan McCoy,21,…
Norma McCorvey, at center of Roe v Wade, Dies
ABC NEWS -- Norma McCorvey, whose legal challenge under the pseudonym "Jane Roe" led to the U.S. Supreme Court's landmark decision that legalized abortion but who later became an outspoken opponent of the procedure, died Saturday. She was 69. McCorvey…
Memorial Services Set for SC Rep. Joe Neal
[gtxvideo vid='E4a7xlkS' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/E4a7xlkS.jpg' vtitle='Memorial Services for SC Rep. Joe Neal Set'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Services have been set for State Representative Joe Neal, age 66, who passed away Tuesday. The longtime lawmaker who Governor McMaster calls a “compassionate force” was…
Salvation Army Thanks Those Who Help Them Serve Community
[gtxvideo vid='SWTj1gvX' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/SWTj1gvX.jpg' vtitle='Salvation Army Thanks Those Who Help Them Serve Community'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Salvation Army is saying thank you to individuals and organizations that help them serve the community. During the second annual Advisory Organizations School of…
Auditors Lash SC Land Conservation Fund for Poor Management
Auditors say a public-private South Carolina fund dedicated to protecting open spaces from development has been overpaying for property.
Orangeburg Man Charged: Accused of Sexually Assaulting Minor Multiple Times
An Orangeburg man has been charged with sexually assaulting a a minor multiple times over a one year period.
AP Exclusive: DHS Weighed Nat Guard for Immigration Roundups
The Trump administration is considering a proposal to mobilize as many as 100,000 National Guard troops to round up unauthorized immigrants, including millions living nowhere near the Mexico border, according to a draft memo obtained by The Associated Press.
