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Watch: US Sen. Lindsey Graham on Obama nominee

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham is expressing his concerns about a possible Supreme Court nominee. Graham says the nominee that Hillary Clinton might choose could be a more liberal candidate than the one President Obama might nominate. Here's…

Lockdown Lifted at Blythewood Following Threat Against Student

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- A lockdown was in place at Blythewood High School Friday afternoon after a student made a threat against another student throughย social media. Officials with the school district told ABC Columbia that the lockdownย lasted between 15-20 minutes.…

5 Inmates Charged in Feb. Disturbance at Columbia Prison

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- Authorities have charged five inmates at a juvenile prison in Columbia after a disturbance last month. The inmates are being charged as adults on counts ranging from attempted criminal sexual assault to attempted murder to burglary…

Suspect Still Sought in Car Break-In, Credit Card Theft

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C (WOLO) ย -- Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott is requesting the communityโ€™s assistance in locating ย a man wanted for two counts of financial transaction card fraud, financial transaction card theft, and auto…

Watch: Go Red Fashion and Heart Health

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The City of Columbia will "Go Red" Friday night with a Fashion Show to benefit Heart Health. The event will take place at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center at 6pm. Crysty Vaughan reports on the "Go Red"…

Watch: Vote 2016 Civil Debate/Trump Endorsement

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Straight off a debate match up in Miami the GOP candidates are back on the campaign trail. Last night though, the debate was over the issues and did not focus as much on the mudslinging, say experts.…

A Familiar Face in Fig Columbia

[gtxvideo vid='CcHbGn8H' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/CcHbGn8H.jpg' vtitle='Alicia in Fig '] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) โ€” You might notice a familiar face in the latest edition of Fig Columbia magazine. Our very own Alicia Barnes is featured in the "Fig Authentic" section giving her "Seven…

Watch: Corona Beer Recall

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Take It Down Now' Campaign Targets Medal of Honor Bowl

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ Members of the "Take It Down Now'' campaign have written a letter to the NCAA, requesting that the group withdraw support for the Medal of Honor Bowl until the Confederate Naval Jack flag is removed from…

Watch: Iconic Columbia Eatery, Edna's, Saying Goodbye

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Edna's #1 has been a capital city staple since 1959, but on March 31st the iconic eatery will stop serving. Cynthia Boyd has been working at the restaurant for 17 years and was good friends with…

Watch: Senate Passes Roads Bill

Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) -- On Thursday, the Senate passed a bill to fix South Carolina's roads and bridges. The vote came after several days of debate. "What we saw with the Republican Senators and the Governor was scraping what…

WATCH: Columbia Police Wants Feedback from Citizens

Officers with the Columbia Police Department handed out survey cars in Five Points Thursday. The cards give people a way to engage with officers and provide feedback on encounters with law enforcement officers with CPD.

Watch: Gearing up to Go Red

Columbia,S.C. (WOLO) --- Pull out your Red and strut your stuff for a good cause. It's time for the second annual Go Red Fashion Show here in the Capital City. Friday's show will not only showcase local designers red wears,…

3rd Reading of Roads Bill set for Thursday

COLUMBIA, SC ( WOLO ) - - A third reading of the roads bill is set for Thursday. After nearly a year of debate, the South Carolina Senate passed a road funding plan supported by Republicans Wednesday night. The 30-15…

Military Supporters Seek End to Military Retiree Tax

ย ย COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP)-- ย Gov. Nikki Haley and South Carolina's military boosters want to end taxes on military retirement benefits. Haley's budget calls for slicing $10 million from the state's coffers to pay for the cut. The plan would ultimately cost…

State of Emergency Declared in 2 Florence County Schools

TIMMONSVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ A state of emergency has been declared in two schools in Timmonsville, opening the way for the state Department of Education to manage the schools. Media outlets report the state Board of Education declared the emergency…

Watch: Senate Passes 2nd Reading of Roads Bill

Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) -- Late Wednesday afternoon, the Senate passed the second reading of a bill to fix the state's roads and bridges. In a 30 to 15 vote, the senate advanced the roads bill to a third reading…

Senate Roads Bill Passes Second Reading

Columbia, S.C. (AP)--After nearly a year of debate, the South Carolina Senate has passed a road funding plan supported by Republicans. The 30-15 vote Wednesday afternoon doesn't end the road debate. The Senate plan doesn't raise gas taxes, while the…

Richland County Library to break ground on new site

COLUMBIA, SC ( WOLO ) - - The Richland County Public Library is set to break ground on its new Ballentine site. A groundbreaking to kick off construction on the 13,000 square-foot facility will be held Wednesday, March 16. Organizers…

SC State Moving Toward Finding a New President

ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) -- Financially troubled South Carolina State University is moving forward to find a permanent president for the Orangeburg school. Local media outlets report the board of trustees met for four hours behind closed doors Tuesday to discuss…

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