Slager Retrial Set for March Ahead of Federal Civil Rights Trial
Former North Charleston police officer Michael Slager's state murder retrial has been added to the docket for March 1.
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Victim of Early Morning Fatal Crash Identified
The Richland County has released the name of the victim who died after being involved in a two-vehicle collision early Thursday morning.
Roof to Undergo 2nd Mental Evaluation
A federal court judge has ordered a second competency hearing for Dylann Roof, who was convicted earlier this month of killing nine black parishioners inside a Charleston church last year.
ABC Columbia at the Birmingham Bowl
ABC Columbia is at the Birmingham Bowl as the USC Gamecocks take on the USF Bulls!
Search Continues for Man Who Fired at Officers
Authorities continue to search for a man who exchanged gunfire with an Allendale police officer after crashing a stolen truck.
Thief Stole TV from Hotel Room, Deputies Say
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are asking for the community’s assistance in locating a suspect wanted for stealing a television from a hotel room.
Count to 10 on your fingers January 2nd and other good fireworks ideas
[gtxvideo vid='V29esNXH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/V29esNXH.jpg' vtitle='Fireworks 1'] WEST COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) -- Fireworks date back to 7th century China, where they were utilized to ward off evil spirits. Fact forward a couple thousand years,…
New Years Eve Gala
University of South Carolina Alumni Center | 7:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. | $150 The Lexington Medical Center Foundation and Women of Hope will host the first New Year's Eve Gala at the University of South Carolina Alumni Center in…
Sumter Deputies Looking For Home Invasion Suspect
SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO) -- Sumter County deputies are investigating an apparent armed robbery attempt that resulted in a homeowner being shot Wednesday evening. At 8:23 p.m., deputies were called out to a reported home invasion…
Boil Water Advisory for Parts of Chapin
[gtxvideo vid='Yrag6qiM' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Yrag6qiM.jpg' vtitle='Boil Water Advisory for Parts of Chapin'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The town of Chapin has issued a Boil Water Advisory for parts of Plantation Summit. Residents are asked to boil their water for at least one minute…
Special Election Set for January 3rd in Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='0hy4lgOW' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/0hy4lgOW.jpg' vtitle='Special Election Set for January 3rd in Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Voters will head to the polls in the City of Columbia's District Four Special Election, January 3rd. The Special Election is being held to fill the…
City of Columbia WOW at Main St. Ice
[gtxvideo vid='GBkIyHfv' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/GBkIyHfv.jpg' vtitle='City of Columbia WOW at Main St. Ice'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you're looking for a family friendly way to spend New year's Eve, the City of Columbia has an option for you. The City is hosting…
Famously Hot New Year Plans to Step Up Security
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- This weekend, one of the biggest parties in the Southeast will kick off in Downtown Columbia. In the wake of foreign and domestic attacks on public gatherings, People…
RCSD: Pair Wanted for Stealing Cash, Cigarettes in Armed Robbery
Deputies are searching for two suspects involved in an armed robbery of a Pitt Stop store.
Suspect Sought in Botched Robbery Attempt, Deputies Say
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are looking for a black male who they say was captured on video surveillance demanding money from a store employee last week.
Upstate man pledges to keep Betty White safe from 2016
SPARTANBURG SC (WOLO) - 2016 has been a rough year on celebrities. It’s a year that has claimed David Bowie, Glenn Frey, Prince, Alan thicke, Leonard Cohen, Nancy Reagan, George Michael, and on Tuesday, Carrie Fisher. In an effort to…
Federal Civil Rights Trial Set For Slager
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) -- A federal judge has ordered the civil rights trial of a South Carolina police officer charged with murder for killing a black driver running from…
YMCA Talks Healthy Resolutions
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- People tend to pack on the pounds during the holidays, making weight loss a popular New Year's resolution. If your resolution is to get in shape, some say there…
SC Lawmaker Accused of Domestic Violence
COLUMBIA, SC (AP)-- Authorities say South Carolina Rep. Chris Corley attacked his wife while their kids were in their Graniteville home. Corley was arrested early Tuesday and charged with first-degree domestic violence. The Aiken County Sheriff's Office report says the…
Dylann Roof Won't Call Witnesses During Sentencing
Dylann Roof, the 22-year-old convicted of killing nine black parishioners at a church in Charleston, South Carolina, told a judge today he has "no plans whatsoever to call witnesses" during the sentencing phase of his federal trial, in which he could face the death penalty.
Columbia Homeowner Shaken up After House Shot at Overnight
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Police are investigating a shooting, they say happened Tuesday morning at Jaggers Plaza, sending one victim to the hospital. Police said on December 27, shortly after midnight,…
Deputies Looking For Christmas Bow Thief
EASTOVER, S.C. (WOLO) -- Richland County deputies are looking for a woman wanted for larceny. It occurred at a home on Tathom Road in Eastover. According to investigators, the suspect drove…
Famously Hot New Year
It's that time again! South Carolina’s free party of the year – takes place this Saturday, Dec. 31, New Years Eve, from 6:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. next to the S.C. State House at Main and Gervais in downtown Columbia, S.C.,…
Police Search for Suspect in Hit and Run
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--We now have a name and a face in connection with the investigation into a hit and run from December 22nd. Investigators say Antonio Burkett is wanted in connection with the incident. Columbia police say he was driving…
Two Arrested After Christmas Eve Shoot-out
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Two men are in custody in connection with a Christmas Eve shoot-out. Police say Bradley Spigner and Elliott Caldwell are each charged with attempted murder following the incident at Walmart on Garners Ferry Road. Two people were…
