Funeral services for late Senator Lindsey Graham in South Carolina
The late Republican U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham is being remembered in South Carolina with a funeral service in Columbia. Crysty Vaughan has the special report.
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Procession and Funeral Service in Columbia for U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham
The late Republican U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham will be remembered at the SC State House Wednesday. Crysty Vaughan, Curtis Wilson and Lee Williams have details.
Midlands educator shares back-to-school tips for parents of kindergarten students
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — Students in the Kershaw County School District head back to class Thursday, July 30, 2026. For some, it will mark the beginning of their academic journey, and educators want to…
The late Senator Lindsey Graham honored at U.S. Capitol, Washington National Cathedral
Tuesday afternoon, the late Republican Senator Lindsey Graham was honored with a special remembrance ceremony at the U.S. Capitol followed by a funeral service at the Washington National Cathedral.
Richland One teachers, staff join together for annual new school year kick-off
Teachers and staff across Richland One joined together at the state fairgrounds Tuesday morning for the district's annual kick-off of a new school year.
Mark your calendars for SC Tax Free Weekend
Regardless of what grade your child is starting this year mark your calendars for South Carolina's Tax Free Weekend.
City of Columbia advises residents of temporary closures, minor traffic delays for Senator Graham’s funeral processions
The City of Columbia is advising residents, commuters, and visitors of temporary road closures and minor traffic delays on Wednesday to accommodate the funeral processions for Senator Lindsey Graham.
Former Columbia teacher indicted in connection with attempted production, possession of child sexual abuse material
A federal grand jury in Columbia returned a nine-count indictment charging a former Columbia teacher for attempted production, distribution, and possession of child sexual abuse material, says the SCDOJ.
Richland County issues boil water advisory for Pond Drive customers
Richland County Utilities (RCU) advises customers on Pond Drive, near Eastover in Southeast Richland County to boil their water.
SCSO: Teen last seen on Thursday found safe
Sumter County deputies are searching for a teen last seen on Thursday, says SCSO.
South Carolina Republicans line up to run in special primary to replace late Sen. Lindsey Graham
The field of Republican candidates vying to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham on November ballots is nearly set, with at least 10 hopefuls filing their paperwork and launching into a two-week sprint toward the Aug. 11 special GOP primary.
Lindsey Graham eulogized as an 'American original' at services drawing world leaders in Washington
Sen. Lindsey Graham, the son of pool hall owners who rose to become one of his generation's more influential U.S. politicians at home and abroad, is being eulogized Tuesday as a “swashbuckling” public servant and “true American original” during memorial services in Washington.
Jermaine Johnson to hold 'special Lt. Governor announcement' this week
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — It seems South Carolina could know who Democratic Candidate for Governor Jermaine Johnson's pick for Lt. Governor will…
Help military children get a good start to the school year by donating back-to-school supplies
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — ABC Columbia's Kelly Coakley talks with Jason Fowler of the South Carolina Department of Veterans' Affairs (SCDVA) about the agency's statewide back-to-school drive to support…
Johnson to announce running mate soon
Democratic candidate for governor and Representative Jermaine Johnson says he's picked a running mate.
Sumter County deputies asking for public help finding 17-year-old runaway
Sumter County deputies are asking for public help finding a 17-year-old runaway, says SCSO.
Democrats select South Carolina to kick off presidential nominating contest in 2028, leave Iowa out
U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn speaks to attendees at the SC Democratic Party's Blue Palmetto Dinner on May 29, 2026. AP Photo Courtesy: Meg Kinnard BY JOEY CAPPELLETTI AND MEG KINNARD Updated 5:37 PM EDT, July 24, 2026 WASHINGTON (AP) — South Carolina…
SC Pride's Revelry Gala returns to State Museum August 1st
The evening will feature a special appearance and performance by Kenya Pleaser, who recently represented South Carolina on the national stage as a contestant on RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18.
US military says it fired on another merchant vessel trying to breach its blockade of Iranian ports
IRBIL, Iraq (AP) — The U.S. military said Friday…
Local Living: Scavenger hunt for a good cause
Local Living: Scavenger hunt for a good cause
FCSO: 2 arrested on drug charges
Fairfield County deputies arrested two suspects on drug charges.
Columbia man sentenced to life for 2023 murder
A Columbia man will spend life in prison for a 2023 murder in Lexington County.
Rep. Ralph Norman files to appear on ballot for special primary
Candidates vying for the Republican nomination for the upcoming Senate election are making it official.
Town of Chapin’s mayor respond to town council no-confidence vote
The Town of Chapin’s mayor says he's not going anywhere following a vote of no-confidence by the Town Council.
Democrats select South Carolina for their first presidential nominating contest in 2028 election
South Carolina was selected Friday to once again lead off the Democratic Party’s 2028 presidential nominating schedule, most likely cementing a dramatic break from decades of tradition by keeping Iowa off the top of the calendar and elevating more racially diverse states.
