Copper Thieves: Take This!
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A South Carolina measure meant to discourage thieves from gutting air conditioning units and farm irrigation systems to resell the copper has been signed into law.
Local News
New Law Bans RADAR-to-mailbox Traffic Tickets
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Governor Nikki Haley has signed into law a bill designed to stop a South Carolina town from using a traffic camera to send speeders a ticket in the mail.
Spending Up For Father's Day This Year
Father's Day is this Sunday According to the National Retail Federation, consumers will spend more this year than last.
Bunk Bed Recall
NATIONWIDE RECALL (WOLO) -- A toddler's death has prompted a nationwide bunk bed recall. Retailer Big Lots is recalling 30,000 of its metal futon bunk beds. Safety officials say children can become entrapped when the futon is lowered to the…
Jobless Rate Increases
South Carolina unemployment went up slightly in May, re-establishing double-digit jobless numbers. The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce said Friday that the May jobless rate was 10 percent, up from 9.8 percent in April.
Fatal Hit and Run
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Highway Patrol is looking for answers in a fatal hit and run. Lance Corporal Judd Jones says a pedestrian was struck and killed at 5 in the morning on Belleville Rd. in Orangeburg. Jones…
Fire at Pelion Thrift Store
Investigators are working to determine what caused a fire at a Lexington County thrift store.
Sellars to Attend White House Briefing
Florence Mayor Stephen Wukela and state Rep. Bakari Sellers of Denmark are part of a small contingent of South Carolina leaders meeting at the White House.
Sumter Woman Wins $200,000
A Sumter woman is in need of a realtor after winning $200,000.
USC Baseball Team Heads to Omaha
Gamecock fans wished the 2010 National Champs good luck at Carolina Stadium as they left for Omaha. Fans say they are hoping for a repeat at the College World Series
Study Shows County by County Health Rankings
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)--Lexington County ranked 2nd overall in South Carolina in its overall health ranking, this according to a new national study that broke down health numbers in every county in America.
$3 Million Deficit Threatens Transit System
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- If the Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority, CMRTA, cannot remedy a nearly $3 million budget shortfall, the entire system will be jeopardy of having to hit the brakes, permanently.
Donate and Win
Giving the gift of life could pay off...in cash.
Senate Approves Redistricting Plan
South Carolina senators have given key approval for new district lines for 46 Senate seats.
Suspected Rapist on the Loose
A suspected rapist is on the loose and authorities need your help in finding him.
Man Accused of Shooting Pregnant Girlfriend
A man accused of shooting his pregnant girlfriend in the face is in custody.
Four Additional Suspect Arrested in Papa Johns Shooting
Four more suspects are in custody in connection with a fatal shooting at a Columbia pizza restaurant.
Bull Street Property Sale Comes to Final Hurdle
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)--It's been a long time coming, but the sale of the 166 acre Bull Street property in downtown Columbia passed the second to last hurdle needed to finalize the transaction on Tuesday.
SC House Lawmakers Approve Re-Districting Plan
South Carolina legislators have approved plans that redraw their own districts and the districts of U.S. House seats.
Record Number of Alligator License Applications
South Carolina wildlife officials say they've received a record number of applications for alligator hunting licenses.
Suspect Arrested in Orangeburg Shooting
Orangeburg deputies say David Zeigler was arrested just after 8am Tuesday morning.
Redistricting Top Priority for Lawmakers
Redistricting is top priority for lawmakers as they return for their extended Session.
Local Businesses Opening Despite Recession
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)--Two restaurants on Main Street and Drip Coffee Shop in Five Points are just the latest local businesses to set down roots in Columbia. But in this recession, when banks aren't lending to small business owners, how are they doing it?
Arrest Made in Greenbrier Apartments Robbery
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- Richland County deputies have made an arrest in an armed robbery at the Greenbrier Apartments earlier this month. Deputies have charged 23 year old Merellis Dixon, Jr. with armed robbery, kidnapping, and burglary.
Gamecock Nation Gets Ready For Omaha
With the Gamecocks headed back to the College World Series, area businesses are busy with fan demands.
