COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- State Troopers are looking for some new recruits. South Carolina Highway Patrol recruiters are travelling the state this month to host recruitment fairs. According to officials, the SCHP Recruiters will discuss each of the employment steps. Here's…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Lexington Richland District 5 School Board Motion passed 6-1 to purchase land for new school on Amick's Ferry Road. The vote came after a nearly three hour meeting Monday, where hundreds of community members spoke out against…
[gtxvideo vid='GSAxTj0n' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/GSAxTj0n.jpg' vtitle='Richland Library Delegation in DC to receive Honor'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) The Richland Library has accepted the 2017 National Medal. The library delegation was in Washington, D.C. Monday to receive the honor. Melanie Huggins, Richland Library Executive…
[gtxvideo vid='n2Kx8tc3' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/n2Kx8tc3.jpg' vtitle='SC Troopers Kick off Safety Campaign'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Slow down, that's the message from South Carolina Troopers as they launch a new safety campaign. 'Operations Southern Shield' kicked off Monday at the State House. According to…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The Ausome Gym is a new facility that features sensory integrated technology owners said will help children with special needs learn development skills in a safe atmosphere. "We offer…
[gtxvideo vid='KlhJsfte' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/KlhJsfte.jpg' vtitle='SUPER TROOPER'] As Abby flips through her First Responders Autograph book, she points to pictures with some of her favorite officers. “That was my old vest,” Abby said pointing to a photo of her greeting Deputy Chris…
[gtxvideo vid='trjHMZz8' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/trjHMZz8.jpg' vtitle='Consumer Recall: Sabrett Hot Dogs'] (CNN)--A consumer recall for those of you planning a picnic or cookout. Millions of pounds of Sabrett hot dogs and sausages -- as well as similar foods sold under other popular brand…
The Kershaw County Sheriff said a career criminal is off the streets following a vehicle and foot chase over the weekend.
WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO_)-- Residents in parts of West Columbia should expert water service disruption Monday and Tuesday due to the installation of new water lines. According to City officials, the new water lines on Rainbow Drive will require a…
[gtxvideo vid='u6TG1JrC' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/u6TG1JrC.jpg' vtitle='New ABC News Poll: Trump Approval Rating'] ABC NEWS--Americans give President Donald Trump the lowest six-month approval rating of any president in polls dating back 70 years, punctuated by questions about his competence on the world stage, his effectiveness, the GOP health care…
Deputies in Richland County continue searching for a gunman accused of shooting a person during a weekend robbery.
[gtxvideo vid='I0ijxn6M' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/I0ijxn6M.jpg' vtitle='Health: Study on Lack of Sleep'] CNN- (Health Minute)-- One in three Americans does not get enough sleep, according to experts. The CDC is calling disrupted sleep a public health problem. Kim Hutcherson has today's health minute.
ISLE OF PALMS, SC (WCIV)-First responders on Isle of Palms we dispatched at around 1 p.m. to a report of several people struck by lightning. Chief Ann M. Graham with the Isle of Palms Fire Department said fire and EMS…
BISHOPVILLE, S.C. (AP/WOLO) - An inmate is dead after a fight inside the Lee Correctional Institution Multiple media organizations report Lee County Coroner Larry Logan said Sunday that 22-year-old inmate Christian D. Ray died after the incident at Lee Correctional Institution.…
LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Lexington County Coroner, Margaret Fisher, has identified the person who died during a single-vehicle accident Saturday night. The crash happened on Willow Forks Road at 9:40pm. Troopers said a 2003 Chevrolet SUV was traveling north on…
[gtxvideo vid='nUEFgzL9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/nUEFgzL9.jpg' vtitle='Pregnancy and Your Health'] ABC NEW-- Thinking about getting pregnant? Wondering about staying fit? Here's Janae Norman with a look at pregnancy, and the risks.
SUMTER, SC (July 15, 2017) – Five people were arrested after a raid by the Sumter Police Department Wednesday afternoon. Freddie McCullough, 64, is charged with attempted murder. Ruth Wells, 51, is charged with two counts of distribution of crack…
[gtxvideo vid='JgmRoceW' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/JgmRoceW.jpg' vtitle='Splash Pads in the City Help Beat the Heat'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you are searching for a way to beat the heat this summer than you’re in luck. The City of Columbia splash pads are open…
A Richland County Deputy hailed a hero after a take down seen around the world speaks out for the first time since that arrest.
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) - A South Carolina man has been sentenced to life in prison for sexually assaulting a 7-year-old child. Solicitor Rick Hubbard says jurors deliberated less than an hour this week before finding Bryan Jeffrey Ellis guilty of…
[gtxvideo vid='Uzc1QKQO' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Uzc1QKQO.jpg' vtitle='Gas Prices Spike at the Pump in Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Gas prices are on the rise in the Midlands. According to GasBuddy, prices have jumped two cents in the last week. Right now in Columbia we…
SLED Continues to investigate the cause of a deadly fire out of Lexington County
Before you dive in to the water to stay cool this summer, Local police and fire crews want you to be safe.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The Midlands is gearing up to be the destination for a front row seat to view the Total Eclipse. While many will be excited to watch the once…
[gtxvideo vid='MVGK1Q79' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/MVGK1Q79.jpg' vtitle='SCHOOL BOARD SECURITY'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- If you want to go to the Lexington Richland County District 5 school board meeting, you will have to go through additional security screenings. "My first thought was ok, what’re they…
