[gtxvideo vid='6oqvUJPN' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/6oqvUJPN.jpg' vtitle='Gas Prices Dip this Memorial Day'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you're hitting the road for the Memorial Day holiday, you'll be paying less at the pump. According to GasBuddy, gas prices in the Midlands have fallen nearly in…
It's Memorial Day and before you get ready to hit the road, fire up the grill or take a dip, hear some of the safety tips you need to keep in mind.
[gtxvideo vid='1bOJghX8' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/1bOJghX8.jpg' vtitle='Health: Which Foods are Snack Worthy Before Bedtime'] CNN-Looking to head to the fridge before bedtime? Before you grab that snack, think about how it might affect your sleep. If you have to have a treat, there…
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)- The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is looking for a man they say was caught on camera stealing the tip jar from a local restaurant. Deputies say the male suspect was recorded stealing from the San Jose's tip…
WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- A boil water advisory has been issued for parts of West Columbia. The City of West Columbia issued the advisory for the following areas because of a water line break. Jarvis Klapman Boulevard to Sunset Boulevard Sunset…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The shooting victim from an incident at Finlay Park Saturday night has died. The shooting happened in the upper level of Finlay Park before 9p.m. Columbia Police say preliminary information…
CAYCE, S.C. (AP) - Authorities say two police officers are recovering from minor injuries after they were shot chasing a driver who ran from a traffic stop in South Carolina. The city…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- A Saturday afternoon fire caused 50,000 worth of damage. The Columbia Fire Department responded to a fire in the 1000 block of Coralbean Way around 2:00pm. Officials say the…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Get ready to cool off this Memorial Day by taking a dip in one of the City of Columbia's Pools. Maxcy Gregg Pool, Greenview Pool and the Splash pads are now open according to the Columbia Parks &…
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)-- A Georgia man is accused of murder in a shooting death at a Sumter hotel. Investigators say on May 17th Walter Murrey shot and killed Brandon Cummings outside of the Quality Inn and Suites on Broad St.…
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) _ A South Carolina teen has died after accidentally shooting himself. Sumter police said in a release that 17-year-old Ortagease Easterling died at a Columbia hospital Friday morning. Officers responding to a 911 call found the teen…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- According to AAA, 565,000 South Carolinians will travel at least 50 miles away from home, making this the busiest Memorial Day travel period in…
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) - A man who admitted killing seven people over nearly 13 years in South Carolina while running a successful real estate business has pleaded guilty to seven counts of murder and a number of other charges. Todd…
PELION SC (WOLO)-A pack of Slim-Jims, 2 bags of chips, and a 2 liter bottle of Coke. Not exactly the breakfast of champions, but for first police officers, who often simply snack between calls, rather than having the time…
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) - Police in North Carolina say officers have found a body they believe to be that of a missing Uber driver. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department issued a statement on Thursday saying its homicide unit found a…
[gtxvideo vid='gDeecFJC' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/gDeecFJC.jpg' vtitle='Columbia Urban League Celebrates 50th Anniversary'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Columbia Urban League is celebrating its 50th Anniversary. The non profit organization celebrated the milestone this week with a luncheon at the USC Alumni center. The Urban…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Some area Police and Firefighters are out for blood, literally. It's time for the annual Boots and Badges Blood drive. A friendly competition held between Columbia Police Department, The Richland County Sheriff's Department and the Columbia…
Here are a few things to keep in mind with the Memorial Day holiday that could impact your daily schedule.
[gtxvideo vid='Tj3Lsx2p' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Tj3Lsx2p.jpg' vtitle='Univ. of South Carolina Unveils Rare US Marine Films'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--You know have the chance to see what life was like in the Marines over the last sixty years, like never before. The University of South…
[gtxvideo vid='0pr0pFTS' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/0pr0pFTS.jpg' vtitle='Charleston ranks as Largest City in South Carolina'] CHARLESTON, SC (WOLO)- According to Data released by the US Census Bureau, Charleston has surpassed Columbia as the biggest city in South Carolina by 76 people. The Holy City…
[gtxvideo vid='sLyYjcXH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/sLyYjcXH.jpg' vtitle='Local Security Experts Speaks on Concert Venue Safety'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In light of the recent attack at a concert in Manchester, UK , many are now looking at the security steps in place and asking how…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -Richland County Sheriff's Department's Marine Patrol Unit says speeding is one of the leading causes of boating accidents. Deputy Stephen Perrow says appropriate speeds are circumstantial. Other deadly…
FORT JACKSON, SC - Fort Jackson is celebrating it's Centennial with a free concert. It's taking place Saturday, June 3 from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.. The free concert will feature Hunter Hayes and Kellie Pickler. Fort officials say the…
[gtxvideo vid='erBsF3Vc' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/erBsF3Vc.jpg' vtitle='Travel Abroad: Health Tips'] CNN-- Getting ready to travel for the Memorial Holiday? In this Health Minute new tips to help make your trip a smooth one by making sure you get the vaccinations you need. Here's…
NEWBERRY COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- At least 12 homes have been damaged by a powerful storm that ripped through the Cy Schumpert Road area in Prosperity. Residents were in disbelief when they saw…
