Coroner Identifies Spring Hill HS Student Who Died After Collapsing
The Richland County Coroner has identified the 16-year-old Spring Hill High School who died after collapsing in a classroom.
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Bill That Raises Gas Taxes for Road Funding Clears Senate
The Senate has approved its plan to fix South Carolina's crumbling roadways, setting up the possibility that the Legislature's top priority for the year could become law.
Lexington Medical Center Officer Hit by Car, Fires on Car, say Deputies
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Lexington C0unty Deputies have arrested a suspect they say struck a Lexington Medical Center Officer with a car, that Officer fired at the car after it struck him, say investigators. SLED is investigating because there is an…
A Conversation to Empower Women
You can take part in a conversation to empower women and their families Saturday April 29th. Click here to find out why organizers say this open forum is vital as women continue to evolve.
Gearing Up for Midlands Gives
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The time to give is almost here. Coming May 2, the Midlands can participate in Midlands Gives, a 24-hour online giving challenge. This is the fourth annual event, hosted by Central Carolina Community Foundation. Over 300 non…
Senate Passes Roads Bill
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Working late into the evening, South Carolina senators passed the roads bill. The measure that passed 33-10 would raise the state's gas tax by 12 cents over the next six years. That equates to close $800 million in…
Spring Hill HS Student Passes Away
Chapin, S.C. (WOLO)-- A spokesperson for Lexington Richland Five says near the end of the school day a Spring Hill High School student was taken to the hospital and later died. Neither the student's name nor the cause of death…
Update: CPD Investigates Suspect Shooting Near Walmart
[gtxvideo vid='o0nV01YG' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/o0nV01YG.jpg' vtitle='Update: CPD Investigates Suspect Shooting Near Walmart'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--A shooting victim and a suspect are recovering Wednesday after an incident near the Walmart on Bush River, say police. The victim is doing well, say police. According…
S.C. House Votes to Add Roads Bill to State Budget
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- In a rare move, the House passed Amendment 2A to amend the state budget Wednesday. The move ensures the roads bill will be negotiated during the budget conference…
Student Files Civil Lawsuit Against Bar Owner
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A University of South Carolina student is suing the owner of a bar he says needlessly assaulted him during a fight over the St. Patrick's Day weekend. Daniel Wells faces a criminal assault charge. But senior…
Officers Won't Face Charges in Fatal Shooting, Solicitor Says
“None of the three officers will be charged,” Solicitor Ernest Finney said. “This is not a tough call.”
Officer-Involved Shooting Near Bush River Road Walmart Leaves Suspect, Victim Injured
An officer with the Columbia Police Department was involved in a shooting Wednesday.
Teen Accused of Jumping Into Deputies Patrol Car, Hitting Acquaintance
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - An 18-year-old was arrested overnight after she allegedly jumped into a deputies running car and intentionally struck an acquaintance of hers, say deputies. According to deputies with the Richland…
Staley Rewards Hyatt Park Students with New Sneakers
Coach Dawn Staley along with INNERSOLE and Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina have partnered together to reward students who have made academic strides.
Decision Announced Wednesday in Case of Man Allegedly Shot 19 Times by Sumter Police
SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO) - The Third Circuit Solicitor will release the findings Wednesday afternoon of the investigation into a deadly officer-involved shooting that happened in Sumter in December 2016. Solicitor Ernest A. Finney III will…
Regional Red Cross Hosts 24-Hour Giving Blitz
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The American Red Cross of Central SC is hosting its annual 24-hour giving blitz, to provide hope and urgent relief like food and other essentials to people coping with disaster. Each year, the Red Cross responds…
The Fresh Market Grand Opening
A Fresh new face is now open in Capital City allowing customers to have another option when it comes to grocery shopping. Click here to find out about the live entertainment, chef demos and special deals being offered all week.
Wednesday Morning Menu
Looking for things happening in and around the Midlands on this Wednesday? Look no more. Check out the Morning Menu for a peak at some events happening around town.
SC Governor Signs Pension Bill
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Gov. Henry McMaster has signed a bill designed to stabilize South Carolina's pension system for public workers. The Republican governor called the law signed Tuesday ``just the first step of many'' needed to secure long-term stability.…
Suspect Arrested for Indecent Exposure
Columbia, SC (WOLO)--Richland County deputies say they arrested Berrino McClary for indecent exposure. Deputies were notified on April 4 about a man exposing himself in the parking lot of Muv Fitness in the Village of Sandhills. This isn't McClary's only…
Medical Marijuana to Wait Another Year for Green Light
[gtxvideo vid='vOcggVdq' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/vOcggVdq.jpg' vtitle='Medical Marijuana Advocates Push for Bill'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Advocates met Tuesday to reinforce their call to add South Carolina to the list of almost 30 states that have passed comprehensive medical marijuana legislation. Lawmakers from…
USC Women's Basketball Team Honored at State House
[gtxvideo vid='aHmjXrl7' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/aHmjXrl7.jpg' vtitle='USC Women's Basketball Team Honored at State House'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The USC Women's Basketball team was honored Tuesday at the State House for their National Championship win. The team, along with head coach Dawn Staley were…
Staley, Gamecocks Honored During Joint Legislative Assembly
The University of South Carolina women's basketball team and coach Dawn Staley returned to the State House today.
Tuesday Morning Menu
Here's a look at some of the events that are happening around town in your Tuesday Morning Menu
Prosecutors Accuse Husband and Wife of Conspiring to Traffic Minors for Sex
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - Federal prosecutors have accused a man of conspiring with his wife and mother to traffic three minors for sex in South Carolina to help him make bail. The U.S. Department of Justice says 22-year-old Zerrell Fuentes,…
