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Chapin Police Release Sketch of Armed Robbery Suspect
Police are hoping the public can help identify a suspect wanted in the armed robbery of a Chapin Rite Aid.
Seven Years Later: Family to Hold Balloon Release Saturday for Missing Coastal Carolina Graduate
Nearly seven years after Brandon Graves went missing, family members are not giving up hope that their loved one is still alive.
Trump 'Absolutely' Thinks Waterboarding Works
In an exclusive interview with ABC News, President Donald Trump said he "absolutely" thinks waterboarding works and would consider reinstating it as an interrogation technique, depending on the advice of Defense Secretary James Mattis and CIA Director Mike Pompeo.
Man Sought on Meth Distribution Charge
A warrant has been issued for Shelly Thomas Faulling by the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office, charging him with distribution of methamphetamine.
Lawmakers Ready to Tackle State Issues With New Governor
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- From crumbling roads to tax reforms, lawmakers say there are a laundry list of items they're ready to tackle with the new Governor. "This is an important time…
Carolina Day at the State House
[gtxvideo vid='t6Q0Qhj9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/t6Q0Qhj9.jpg' vtitle='Carolina Day at the State House'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It was a sea of Garnet and Black as representatives from the University of South Carolina joined lawmakers at the State House for Carolina day. Supporters from the…
School Choice Rally in SC
[gtxvideo vid='bzgc7udn' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/bzgc7udn.jpg' vtitle='School Choice Rally in SC'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- - Hundreds of students, teachers and parents gathered in Columbia Wednesday for National School Choice Week. The Township Auditorium was the site of the school choice rally. The event included…
McMaster Names Chief of Staff
[gtxvideo vid='XXZJkHIH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/XXZJkHIH.jpg' vtitle='McMaster Names Chief of Staff'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Gov. Henry McMaster has chosen a long-time aide as his chief of staff. According to the governor's office, Trey Walker is rejoining his former boss following McMaster's ascension.
South Carolina's New Lt. Governor, Leatherman Re-Elected Senate Pro Tem.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- A day of elections at the State House Wednesday. Anderson Republican Kevin Bryant was sworn in as lieutenant governor but filling the powerful seat of senate president pro…
Bryant Sworn-In as Lieutenant Governor
State senators have elected an Anderson Republican to become South Carolina's next lieutenant governor following Henry McMaster's ascension to the governor's office.
Online Petition Calls for McMaster to Renounce Membership to All-White Country Club
A petition is circulating online to try convince South Carolinian's to demand the state's new Governor renounce his longstanding membership to an all-white golf club.
Senate to Elect Lt. Gov as Leatherman Tries to Keep His Power
The state Senate will essentially elect South Carolina's next lieutenant governor following Henry McMaster's ascension to the governor's office.
Men Charged with Attempted Murder Following Shooting Incident
Two men have been charged with attempted murder after on of them allegedly fired at the victim's car during a pursuit on Highway 378 last week.
Thousands Expected for South Carolina School Choice Rally
Several thousand people are expected to rally in Columbia as part of National School Choice Week.
Retrial Date Set For Michael Slager
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New Study Links Obesity to Cancer
[gtxvideo vid='Jbcsmngf' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Jbcsmngf.jpg' vtitle='New Study Links Obesity to Cancer'] CNN-- In this health minute, a new study examines the link between obesity and cancer. Kim Hutcherson has the latest on the study and the factors, experts say, can contribute to…
Legislators Reveal Plan to Fill Lt. Governor, Senate President Pro Tempore Positions
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Lawmakers in the State House are preparing for a transition of power. Longtime senator Nikki Setzler says the Senate has a plan in place to fill the voids…
Henry McMaster Becomes 117th Governor of SC
[gtxvideo vid='Ij3KZHaD' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Ij3KZHaD.jpg' vtitle='Henry McMaster Sworn In as SC Governor'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) (AP)-- Henry McMaster was officially sworn in Tuesday night as the 117th governor of South Carolina, after Nikki Haley resigned to become Ambassador to the U.N. Haley…
Nikki Haley Confirmed by US Senate as Ambassador to the U.N
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) (AP)-- Nikki Haley has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the Ambassador to the UN The vote came down Tuesday afternoon after the Senate Foreign Relations Committee overwhelmingly advanced her nomination. South Carolina Senate President Pro…
Senate Foreign Relations Committee Approves Nikki Haley as UN Ambassador
WASHINGTON (AP) – Senate Foreign Relations Committee votes overwhelmingly to approve Nikki Haley as US ambassador to the United Nations. The vote advances to the full Senate. Haley appeared before the committee last Wednesday for nearly three-and-a-half hours. If confirmed,…
SC State Rep. Chris Corley Resigns Amid Domestic Violence Charges
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A South Carolina state lawmaker accused of beating his wife bloody has resigned rather than face expulsion from the statehouse after a grand jury indicted him on a felony aggravated domestic violence charge that could put…
Law Enforcement Torch Run at State House Kicks off for Special Olympics
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Hundreds of men and women from nearly 70 law enforcement agencies are gathering on the north steps of the South Carolina Statehouse on Tuesday. They're taking part in the statewide kick-off of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics South…
Search for Suspect Accused of Leading Police on Chase
Richland County Deputies continue searching for a suspect accused of a domestic dispute before they say he leadspolice on a chase along Garner's Ferry Road.
A safe place for homeless teens
[gtxvideo vid='3kSLFRSI' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/3kSLFRSI.jpg' vtitle='MIRCI - V2'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Mental Illness Recovery Center Inc (MIRCI) announces the opening of their youth drop-in center located at 1433 Gregg Street. According to MIRCI Executive Director Julie Ann Avin, the center will be open…
