COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- According to DHEC, deaths from heroin and opioid overdoses outnumbered homicides last year, saying almost 5 million opioid prescriptions were filled in our state. Experts said this issue is…
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WOLO, ABC NEWS) - President Donald Trump has named Ret. Gen. John Kelly as the new White House chief of staff, replacing Reince Priebus in the role. "I am pleased to inform you that I have just named…
Deputies with the Lexington County Sheriff's Department say they have arrested an officer with the Columbia Police Department following an altercation between the officer and his wife late Thursday night.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-After a ride called "The Fireball" lost control and sent entire row of seats flying into the air, killing an eighteen year old, people around the Palmetto State are…
Ten people are behind bars following an investigation into a prostitution in Kershaw County.
Love Beyond Bars Family Expo is happening this weekend, helping families impacting my loved ones absence find better ways to cope.
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Richland Co. S.C. (WOLO)-- Richland Co. deputies say they responded to the intersection of Parklane Rd. and Claudia Dr. at 10pm Thursday night. Deputies say a man…
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[gtxvideo vid='VknUJjzV' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/VknUJjzV.jpg' vtitle='Solar Eclipse Myths'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- We know the science behind an eclipse: the moon comes in front of the sun. However, some cultures used to believe it was a bad omen. "Something ate the sun! Maybe…
If you missed some of the headlines happening here in the Midlands, we have a quick wrap up of your GMC Headlines on this Thursday morning.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- A new study reveals that an alarming number of former football players had a neurological disease that may have impacted their quality of life. A Boston University report suggests…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- President trump tweeted the no transgender person will be allowed to serve in our military. Right here in Columbia, there have been mixed reactions. "Oh I completely support that,…
Court rules in favor of changing laws for same sex couples.
A familiar face is getting ready take a seat as an interim Superintendent a week after the person to formerly hold the position announces retirement.
KERSHAW COUNTY (WOLO)-Less than a month after the roads bill passed, the Department of Transportation is already listing the first roads they want to work on. "DOT engineers go through an analytical…
[gtxvideo vid='gMMbXWCz' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/gMMbXWCz.jpg' vtitle='ENVISION COLUMBIA'] Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine hosted a Women’s Summit to promote women's involvement in the city council project, Envision Columbia. “Women get things done,” Isaac Devine said. Isaac Devine challenged women to do three things-- be…
The Richland County Sheriff's Department have released a surveillance photo of a suspect accused of using counterfeit money to purchase money orders.
Richland County Deputies are hoping you can help them identify two men accused of robbing a Richland County business at gunpoint.
[gtxvideo vid='Hx6eFPTf' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Hx6eFPTf.jpg' vtitle='kershaw county outdoors'] KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - Camden-Kershaw County Tourism partners have launched a 70-page Guide to Outdoor Life in Kershaw County. The digital guide includes family-friendly options like off-road biking at Goodale State Park or…
Pedestrian Struck by Amtrack Train in Columbia. Investigation Continues.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Getting the City's vision to the residents, that's the focus of a new summit in Columbia. Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine is set to host the Envision Columbia Women’s Summit. It will take place at the Columbia Metropolitan…
Another day of rain means another day of flooding in spots around town, however the City of Columbia says there is a solution in sight. On Sunday night officials got called out to…
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)--Investigators say a Lexington Co. man provoked the shooting that lead to his death. A spokesperson for the Lexington Police Department says 31 year old Derek Fogle attacked his neighbor on Cherokee Pond Ct. when the shooting…
