CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina U.S. Sen. Tim Scott, the first black U.S. senator from the deep South since Reconstruction, is proposing that the site where the Civil War began be raised in status to a national park. The…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Midlands will stand together on 9/11 to remember and honor those who lost their lives and those who fought to save lives on 9/11. Here is a list of events in the Midlands on Sunday: The…
(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…
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…
[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…
The lawyer representing the Richland County Two School Resource Officer who was seen on video dragging a female Spring Valley High School student in October, said his client should have his job back.
Roads near Beltine Boulevard are closed in both directions as crews work to repair a gas line rupture.
Nissan is recalling over 120,000 cars and SUVs in the U.S. because brake fluid could leak and cause fires.
Mosquitoes in Shandon have tested positive for the West Nile virus.
[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…
[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…
[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…
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…
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…
[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…
[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…
A man who was struck by vehicles along Assembly Street in Columbia late Wednesday night has died from his injuries, police say.
As summer comes to an unofficial end, marine patrols on Lake Murray remain to remind boaters to be safe.
[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…
[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…
Richland County Sheriff's deputies have released a surveillance photo of a suspect they say robbed a Hardscrabble Road restaurant in June.
Riverbank Zoo and Garden’s newest walkway to wonder officially opened this morning.
A West Columbia woman is one of the finalists for Runner's World magazine's annual cover search contest.
[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…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Funeral services are set for Wednesday at 3pm at the First Baptist Church of Ninety Six for Former Senator John Drummond. Drummond spent four decades as…
