Former State House Majority Leader Appears in Court
A former South Carolina House majority leader has appeared in court on dozens of charges stemming from a legislative corruption probe.
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Citizen's Tip Leads to Arrest of Irmo Woman
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - Authorities credit a tip from a concerned citizen which led to the arrest of 35-year-old woman accused of stealing two packages off a porch. Related: Suspect Possibly Linked to…
Update: Man Identified Inside Burning Home
HOPKINS, S.C. (WOLO) -- Richland County officials have released the name of a man found dead in a fire at a home in Hopkins. Coroner Gary Watts says 84-year-old Cleveland Edmonds of Hopkins died in the fire overnight Wednesday. An…
Update: Berlin Attack Suspect Killed by Police
The manhunt for the suspected Berlin Christmas Market attacker continues. What officials know about the suspect now and where they are looking to find him.
New State Trooper Reunites with Patrolman Who Inspired Him
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- A highway patrolman goes beyond the badge, a move that would make a lifetime difference for one area boy. "It meant a lot to me that this trooper took…
A Sweet Holiday Treat
Krispy Kreme announces a sweet treat just in time for the holidays.
Columbia Urban League Giving
A holiday event aimed at making the season brighter for area seniors in need.
Millions Expected To Travel This Holiday Season
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The holidays are here and busier than ever. This year, AAA expects over 103 Americans to travel between December 23rd and January 2nd. 1.4…
Suspect Possibly Linked to Other Crimes Wanted for Theft
Richland County Sheriff's deputies are looking for a suspect who they say was caught on surveillance video stealing a FedEx and UPS package off a victim's porch.
How a tiger made difference to amazing atheletes
[gtxvideo vid='ynh2vvMD' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ynh2vvMD.jpg' vtitle='tigerman'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) - There is just something rewarding about being an athlete - you work hard to become as skilled as you can, and compete against others who have done the same thing. The spirit…
Authorities: Thieves Steal Cash, TV from Bingo Hall
Two men were looking for the five-finger discount when authorities say they stole cash and a flat screen television from a bingo hall.
Two Suspects Sought for Allegedly Assaulting Victim, Firing Shots at Home
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are looking for at least two female suspects accused of firing shots into a home in the 1400 block of Hollingshed Road Tuesday night.
Honor the Dream Drive Ends Thursday
COLUMBIA, S.C. (PRESS) -- The annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive held by the City of Columbia, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation will end on Thursday, December 22.…
Suspect Arrested in Garbage Body Case
SALUDA, S.C. (AP) - Authorities say they have charged a man with killing a Ridge Spring woman whose body was found at a trash dump in Edgefield County. Saluda County Sheriff John Perry said in a news release that 46-year-old…
House Members Request to be Removed From Senator Davis' Petition
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Two Legislative Council members asked to be removed from a petition issued by Senator Tom Davis last week regarding confusion over how the next Lieutenant Governor will be picked; should…
DJJ Christmas Books
[gtxvideo vid='KwQaznY9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/KwQaznY9.jpg' vtitle='DJJ Christmas Books'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Fathers at the SC Department of Juvenile Justice, behind bars, might not get to hold their little ones. But they can be there in spirit thanks to books. ABC Columbia's Grace…
The Cost To Travel this Holiday
Traveling for the holidays doesn't have to leave you breaking the bank. Here are some easy ways you can get the most bang for your hard earned buck.
Victim Dies After Shooting, Charge Upgraded to Murder
Prosecutors have filed murder charges against a 29-year-old man after the man he is accused of shooting on Monday died.
Rep. Jim Merrill Hearing Set this Week on Ethics Charges
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A former South Carolina House majority leader will be in court this week to face misdemeanor corruption charges. Prosecutor David Pascoe announced Tuesday that a bond hearing for GOP Rep. Jim Merrill of Charleston is set…
'Career Criminal' Arrested by RCSD, SLED
A man described by Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott as a career burglar was arrested on Tuesday for stealing cigarettes, cigars, cash and a cash register.
Protecting your family is more than a battery change
[gtxvideo vid='G9PTPmmN' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/G9PTPmmN.jpg' vtitle='Red Cross Smoke Detectors'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)- Undoubtedly, you have heard the safety rule about changing the batteries in your smoke detectors at the start and end of daylight saving, but did you know that the detector…
Inside the Busiest Shipping Day of the Year
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Christmas is less than a week away, and Monday, December 19, is considered the busiest day of shipping in the United States. It's the most wonderful and busiest…
Trump Reaches 270 Electoral Votes
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Donald Trump has officially reached more than 270 Electoral College votes to formally become President-Elect . All nine members of the South Carolina Electoral College voted for…
Police: Runaway Found in North Augusta
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) - Authorities with the Lexington Police Department say they have located Sarah Barnes. Barnes, 16, was found safe this morning in North Augusta after she was reported missing and believed to have been in the company of…
Business Fire Under Investigation in Lexington
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO)- The Lexington County Fire Service is investigating a blaze at a local business. Lexington County Fire Service and EMS personnel responded to a commercial structure fire reported at the Diamond Pet Food Warehouse, located in the 100…
