Applications for US Unemployment Benefits Fall to 262,000
Fewer people sought U.S. unemployment benefits last week, evidence that layoffs are scarce and employers are likely hiring at a solid clip.
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Watch: 4 Arrested, 1 Sought in Burglaries
[gtxvideo vid='PTfbJlei' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/PTfbJlei.jpg' vtitle='Newberry Burglaries'] Newberry, S.C. (WOLO) --- On Thursday officers from Newberry and Union counties announced the arrests of four suspects the say were part of a burglary ring in the area. Whitmire Police Chief Jeremiah Sinclair describes…
Watch: Coroner Identifies Body Found in West Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='PstJTZuz' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/PstJTZuz.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Coroner Identifies Body Found in West Columbia'] WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the body found inside a vehicle in West Columbia Thursday morning. Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher identified the…
Clyburn's Request for Federal Road Funds in SC Approved
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Department of Transportation commissioners have approved U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn's request to reallocate $21.5 million of unused federal money to four road projects in his district. Clyburn said Thursday the roads in Sumter, Orangeburg and Columbia…
Watch: USC Fills Donation Trucks to Baton Rouge
COLUMBIA, S.C. COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--(USC) -- Because of the overwhelming compassion of the Midlands community, the Gamecock football equipment truck has been filled with donations for Baton Rouge flood relief. A second truck is being filled today and anticipated to…
Watch: Throwback to High School
Get out those Bell Bottoms, Clogs, Jelly Shoes and
Man Allegedly Robbed of Dentures and Money, Person of Interest Sought
Orangeburg County Sheriff’s investigators are seeking information on a person of interest in connection with an armed robbery that occurred at Walmart on August 4.
Burglary Suspect In Custody Following Recent Home Break-Ins
A 20-year-old man is charged with two counts of burglary, one count of attempted burglary, two counts of malicious injury to real property, two counts of larceny, and possession of a burglary tool after a botched burglary attempt, police say.
Police: Suspect Charged With Four Counts of Attempted Murder After Shooting Into Occupied Car
An Orangeburg man has been charged with four counts of attempted murder after witnesses said he fired a weapon at an occupied car.
Watch: Council Considers Repairs to Columbia Canal
[gtxvideo vid='YWGkSRtg' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/YWGkSRtg.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Council Considers Repairs to Columbia Canal'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Columbia City Council has approved nearly Five Million dollars to go to multiple groups to help repair the Columbia Canal. The money will go towards providing the basis…
Watch: Univ. South Carolina Collecting Donations for Louisiana Flood Aid
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The University of South Carolina is helping lead efforts to collect donations to send to Flood Victims in Louisiana. You can help, and do your part, by dropping off needed items.[gtxvideo vid='h1WAEeUI' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/h1WAEeUI.jpg' vtitle='Watch: USC Collecting Donations…
Watch: Agencies Unite, Combat Overlay Infant Deaths
[gtxvideo vid='7s0LvBAF' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/7s0LvBAF.jpg' vtitle='Infant overlay'] Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO) --- Whether it's bonding with your baby or soothing them to sleep, officials say sharing a bed with an infant isn't safe under any circumstance. Richland County Coroner Gary Watts explains,…
Airports, Military Museum Among Losers of $10M Budget Cut
South Carolina's chief accountant says a revenue shortfall has cut $10 million worth of spending from the state's $7.5 billion budget.
WATCH: Superbug Buzzing in SC
Health officials say a super bug is making it way around the Midland.
WATCH: Teacher Appreciation Day
While kids get settled into their new surroundings, teachers need some extra help too.
Teen Sought in Western NY Slaying Caught in SC
Authorities say a teenager wanted for a fatal shooting in Rochester last month has been arrested in South Carolina.
Duo Sought In Armed Robbery of Parklane Road Store, Police Say
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department need the community’s assistance in locating two suspects wanted for armed robbery.
WATCH: Officials say Zika Outbreak “Unlikely” in SC
State officials say a Zika outbreak is unlikely in South Carolina, but they still want you to be vigilant about protecting yourself from getting a mosquito-born illness.
WATCH: Irmo Girl Competes on Food Network
An Irmo Girl is competing for a chance to be Food Network Star Kids first winner.
17-Year-Old Charged With Murder, One Still Sought In Fatal Shooting
A teen is behind bars in connection with the fatal shooting of a man on August 5 in the 100 block of Wood Court.
WATCH: USC to Help LSU
USC offers a helping hand to LSU after flood wreaks havoc in Louisiana.
Missing Mother of Three Located
The search for a missing mother of three comes to an end.
Attorneys Want Jury Questionnaires in Church Shooting Sealed
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - Attorneys in South Carolina have submitted proposed jury questionnaires for the upcoming federal death penalty trial of Dylann Roof in the Charleston church shooting and want a judge to keep them confidential. Both defense and prosecution…
Watch: New Study on acetaminophen and pregnancy
[gtxvideo vid='FA1WOVT1' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/FA1WOVT1.jpg' vtitle='Watch: New Study on acetaminophen and pregnancy'] (CNN) -According to a new study, pregnant women who take acetaminophen are more likely to have a hyperactive child. Its authors say expectant mothers exposed to the drug run a…
Watch: Tanner, USC Announce Relief Efforts to LSU/Baton Rouge
COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) - In response to the recent flooding and hardships faced by the Baton Rouge and LSU community, the University of South Carolina will be coordinating a collection…
