Roof Allowed to Hire Lawyers Back, For Now
A federal judge has allowed a white man accused of fatally shooting nine black parishioners at a Charleston, South Carolina, church to hire back his lawyers, at least for the first phase of his trial.
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A Holiday Tradition Returns - Why You CAN'T Miss The Nutcracker
[gtxvideo vid='bSqVLQVW' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/bSqVLQVW.jpg' vtitle='Nutcracker'] COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO) -- It is a show over fifty years in the making...The return of The Columbia City Ballet's Nutcracker. Executive and Creative Director William Starrett says "This is the best one yet." The Nutcracker,…
Woman Arrested in Connection to Body Found on Muller Avenue
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The Columbia Police Department has arrested a 49-year-old woman in connection to the discovery of a body that was found in the trunk of a car on Thursday. CPD said Wanda Elizabeth Williamson was arrested Sunday…
Train Carrying 97 BMW Cars Derails in Fairfield County
FAIRFIELD COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - A train, transporting 97 BMW cars from the Greer plant to Charleston, derailed in Fairfield County Sunday afternoon. It happened at Highway 213 and Austin Road; near…
Benedict College Remembering Athlete Killed in Hit-And-Run
Benedict College released a statement Sunday evening regarding student athlete, Rashee Jamal Hodges, who was fatally killed during a hit-and-run incident.
Benedict College Basketball Player Killed in Hit-And-Run
Richland County (WOLO) - South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal hit-and-run accident that left a man dead early Sunday morning. Richland County Corner said 22-year-old Rashee Jamal Hodges, was struck and killed by a vehicle while he was…
Sindarius Thornwell Suspended Indefinitely
COLUMBIA, SC ( WOLO) -- University of South Carolina head men’s basketball coach Frank Martin announced on Sunday that senior guard Sindarius Thornwell is suspended indefinitely due to a violation of athletic department policy.
Piano & Pastrami Event : Historic Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready for some Piano and Pastrami Sunday, Dec. 4 | 6 – 8 p.m. | Tree of Life Congregation The Columbia Jewish Heritage Initiative, a partnership of Historic Columbia, and the Tree of Life Congregation are…
Watson, Clemson claim ACC title and await playoff berth
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Deshaun…
Gilbert Man Killed in Collision Friday
HOPKINS, S.C. (WOLO) - Richland County Coroner Gary Watts is releasing the name of the individual who was involved in a two-vehicle collision Friday morning at the intersection of Leesburg and Congress Roads, Hopkins, S.C. Sean R. Wooten, 29 , of Hayes Crossing Road,…
Substitute Teacher Arrested For Restraining Students
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) – An Irmo woman has been charged with two counts of cruelty to children after using tape to restrain students at Sandhills Middle School. Janeen Suzette Clark, 26, taped two male students to their desk chairs and…
Specialized Material Maker Adds 60 Jobs in Anderson County
A company that makes specialized materials for the medical and automotive industries is adding 60 jobs as it expands its presence in South Carolina.
Health Study on Moderate Drinking
[gtxvideo vid='GVbP2MjK' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/GVbP2MjK.jpg' vtitle='Health Study on Moderate Drinking'] ABC NEWS-- A new study points to some health benefits of moderate drinking. ABC'S Dr. Timothy Johnson has the details in the medical minute.
Angel Trees up Through December 4th
[gtxvideo vid='CxrjZTP3' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/CxrjZTP3.jpg' vtitle='Angel Trees up Through December 4th'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- COLUMBIA ,SC (WOLO)– Now is your chance to be an Angel for a needy child in the Midlands. ABC Columbia is proud to partner with the Salvation Army…
McMaster Predicts Smooth Hand-Over from Haley
South Carolina Lt. Gov. Henry McMaster is predicting a smooth transition should Gov. Nikki Haley be approved as President-elect Trump's U.N. ambassador and he takes the state's top job.
Slager Trial Deadlocked, Desires to Continue Deliberations
The jury in the trial of Charleston police officer Michael Slager have yet to reach a verdict. The jury indicated Friday evening that they wanted to continue deliberating. The defense moves for a mistrial in the case while the state…
Dylann Roof's Lawyers Want Back on Death Penalty Case
Defense attorneys dismissed by Charleston church shooting defendant Dylann Roof strongly condemned his decision to represent himself and filed a motion Friday to get back on the case.
Verdict Watch: Slager Trial
A jury has begun a third day of deliberations in the murder trial of a South Carolina police officer who was fired from his job after he shot and killed a black man.
Deputies: Pair Arrested in Chop-Shop Investigation
Two Sumter County residents were arrested for their alleged role as part of an ongoing chop-shop scheme being investigated by several law enforcement agencies.
Ford Recalls 680,000 Cars; Seat Belts May Not Hold in Crash
Ford is recalling more than 680,000 midsize sedans mainly in North America because the front seat belts may not hold people in a crash.
3 Corrections Officers Accused of Trying to Kill Inmate
The South Carolina Department of Corrections has charged and fired three corrections officers who they say tried to kill an inmate in their care.
Woman Chained, Locked in Metal Container for 2 Months Sues Suspected Serial Killer
Kala Brown, a woman who was locked inside a metal container for more than two months, filed a lawsuit in civil court on Thursday seeking damages from suspected kidnapper and serial killer Todd Kohlhepp, reports WLOS, a local ABC affiliate.
178K Jobs Added, Unemployment Sinks to 4.6%
WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. employers added a solid 178,000 jobs in November, reflecting the steady economy President-elect Donald Trump will inherit. And the unemployment rate hit a nine-year low of 4.6 percent, though mainly because many people stopped looking for…
Tips for Good Sleeping Habits
[gtxvideo vid='oFhPb3oi' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/oFhPb3oi.jpg' vtitle='Tips for Good Sleeping Habits'] ABC NEWS-- In this Medical Minute Dr. Timothy Johnson takes a look at healthy sleeping habits and tips to help you get some rest.
SC Disturbing Schools Lawsuit
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Federal authorities have weighed in on a lawsuit challenging South Carolina's "disturbing schools" law, arguing that the vague statute ends up disproportionately landing minority students and those with disabilities in juvenile jails. The filing in federal…
