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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: 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…

Regulators Want more Rules for Dam Inspections

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Regulators want more rules for the dams they are responsible for in South Carolina after 50 dams failed in last October's massive floods. But lawmakers aren't sure the new rules are needed after doubling the amount…

Watch: Mosquito Prevention Tips

[gtxvideo vid='1oo4oQv2' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/1oo4oQv2.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Mosquito Prevention Tips'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Here are some tips from Richland County Vector Control on trying to keep Mosquitos at bay. Apply Insect Repellent Remove Standing Water Make sure doors and windows have tight screens…

Watch: Intersection Named After Fallen Officer Greg Alia

[gtxvideo vid='GRuJNGcF' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/GRuJNGcF.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Intersection Named After Fallen Officer Greg Alia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A portion of intersection off Beltline Boulevard has been named after fallen Forest Acres Police Officer Gregory Alia. Alia was killed after police say he was…

Watch: Mother: 9-year-old 'traumatized' by clown encounter

[gtxvideo vid='LzMYL8lu' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/LzMYL8lu.jpg' vtitle='Midlands Clown Sighting'] Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) --- Residents at Park North Apartments have been on high alert since Monday afternoon. Three children say they spotted individuals dressed as a clown and a bear in the complex. Shakieya…

Watch: Riverbanks Zoo opens New Pedestrian Bridge

[gtxvideo vid='u9dRgLBU' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/u9dRgLBU.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Riverbanks Zoo opens New Pedestrian Bridge'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- There's a new way to get to Riverbanks Zoo. On Wednesday the New Pedestrian Bridge opened, allowing Zoo visitors to move from the parking lots, over the…

Watch: Prices at the Pump Down

[gtxvideo vid='3gWMbONM' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/3gWMbONM.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Prices at the Pump Down'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Filling up at the Pump will cost you less. Triple A says we are seeing some of the lowest gas prices for this time of year. And according…

Watch: 'Knight of Honor' will Celebrate Law Enforcement, Slain Officer

[gtxvideo vid='HtjCqJwR' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/HtjCqJwR.jpg' vtitle='Knight of Honor'] Forest Acres, S.C. (WOLO) ---Almost after a year after her husband, Forest Acres Police Officer Greg Alia was killed in the line of duty, his wife continues work in his honor. Kassy Alia, founder…

Watch: Midlands Woman Recognized in Runner’s World Cover Search

[gtxvideo vid='yo4ph3kC' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/yo4ph3kC.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Midlands Woman Recognized in Runner's World Cover Search'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A West Columbia woman's hitting the pavement and running right onto a cover shoot. Elizabeth Gray is one of ten finalists for the "Runner's World"…

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