WATCH: Celebrity Chef Inspires SC Teens
Celebrity Chef Jeff Henderson is on a week-long mission to give South Carolina teens hope for a brighter future.
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Clyburn's Bill to Provide Money for Sites at Historically Black Colleges
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - A measure sponsored by South Carolina U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn restoring money to preserve significant sites at historically black colleges and universities has passed the House. There has been no money for the work since 2009 when…
Watch: Epworth Food Truck Rodeo in Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='EKpwTtUC' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/EKpwTtUC.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Epworth Food Truck Rodeo in Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) --A Food Truck Rodeo rolled into town Tuesday in the Midlands. The annual Epworth Children's Home Food Truck Rodeo is en event the children look forward to,…
Watch: Extended Meter Enforcement Hours Could Be Coming to Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='ZPcYqGY5' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ZPcYqGY5.jpg' vtitle='Parking Meter Plan'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) ---Regardless of the hour, patrons say parking is always an issue in the commercial areas of Columbia. General Services Director David Knoche says the city is always looking for ways to…
Alleged Purse Snatcher Sought by RCSD
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department say they are looking for a 32-year-old purse-snatcher.
RCSD: Wanted Robbery Suspect Demanded Money From Safe
Deputies are seeking the public's help locating a robbery suspect.
Arthur Rose Museum Exhibits Works of Twin Artists
Identical twin brothers Jerry Lynn and Terry Lynn make up the artistic duo known as TWIN.
RCSD Asking for Help Finding Missing Teen
Police need your help to locate a Eastover teen who was last seen a more than a week ago.
Changes to Flu Shot Guidelines
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‘Standing for Our Heroes’ 9/11 Ceremony
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SC Loggerhead Sea Turtle Released into Ocean
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. (AP) - A loggerhead sea turtle that was treated at two aquariums on the South Carolina coast was released into the ocean. The turtle, named "Magnolia," was found stranded on the beach at North Litchfield Beach last…
Three Teens Accused in String of Armed Robberies in Lexington County
LEXINGTON, S.C (WOLO)) Three teens are behind bars accused in a string of robberies. Lexington County deputies have charged Wesley Alexander Anderson, 17, and Jasmine Taylor, 18 with five counts of armed robbery. The suspects are accused of holding up a total…
Senator Tim Scott Proposes Ft. Moultrie and Ft. Sumter be Named National Parks
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina U.S. Sen. Tim Scott, the first black U.S. senator from the deep South since Reconstruction, is proposing that the site where the Civil War began be raised in status to a national park. The…
9/11 Events Planned for the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Midlands will stand together on 9/11 to remember and honor those who lost their lives and those who fought to save lives on 9/11. Here is a list of events in the Midlands on Sunday: The…
Latino Population growth in the Carolinas
(AP) - A new report says the population growth of U.S. Latinos slowed down considerably over the last seven years because of lower immigration and declining birthrates. A Pew Research Center report released Thursday found that the U.S. Hispanic population…
September 11th Remembrance in Chapin
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- As the 15th anniversary of September 11th arrives, many in the midlands are taking time out to remember 9/11. The Chapin Town Council will designate Sunday, September 11, 2016, as “A Day to Remember,” in memory of…
Watch: Study: Flu Shot Better than Flu Mist
[gtxvideo vid='QS9f6xhw' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/QS9f6xhw.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Study: Flu Shot Better than Flu Mist'] CNN- New study says the Flu shot is better than FluMist. The American Academy of Pediatrics updated its annual flu season guidelines, withdrawing its recommendation of the child-friendly FluMist this…
Watch: Attorney: Spring Valley SRO Should Get His Job Back
The lawyer representing the Richland County Two School Resource Officer who was seen on video dragging a female Spring Valley High School student in October, said his client should have his job back.
Gas Line Rupture Closes Area Roads
Roads near Beltine Boulevard are closed in both directions as crews work to repair a gas line rupture.
Nissan Recalls 120K Vehicles Due to Risk of Fluid Leaks Causing Fires
Nissan is recalling over 120,000 cars and SUVs in the U.S. because brake fluid could leak and cause fires.
WATCH: What You Need to Know About West Nile Virus
Mosquitoes in Shandon have tested positive for the West Nile virus.
Watch: Wanted NC Man Found Dead in Columbia Motel
[gtxvideo vid='RIXOGDzy' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/RIXOGDzy.jpg' vtitle='HOTEL BODY FOLO'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- A man who shot and killed his son and seriously injured his wife took his own life in a Columbia room Wednesday night, but not before confessing to it all…
Watch: Columbia Unsolved Murder 1 Year Later
[gtxvideo vid='TO72yT5F' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/TO72yT5F.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Columbia Unsolved Murder 1 Year Later'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It has been one year since family and friends lost Charles Kusko. Kusko was found dead in a home on Budon Court and Police have very few…
Watch: Drive Electric Week Event in Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='fbO7uqNB' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/fbO7uqNB.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Drive Electric Week Event in Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Looking to learn more about plugging in? You can check out Columbia's Drive Electric Week event Saturday in the Midlands. You can take a test ride, check…
Richland County Deputies Arrest Suspected Burglary Ring Accomplice
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Richland County Deputies say an accomplice in a major Midlands burglary ring has been caught. Richland County and Columbia Police investigators say they recovered stolen jewelry and other stolen property. Samuel L. Green is charged with accessory, after…
