SC lawmakers compromise to get state budget passed on to governor's desk
Both chambers passed an almost $14 billion budget which includes income tax cuts and almost a billion dollars on road improvement.
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Clemson names new head baseball coach
Director of Athletics Graham Neff named Erik Bakich as Clemson’s 28th head baseball coach on June 16, 2022. The Clemson University Board of Trustees Compensation Committee approved the measure.
Columbia Fire Dept. responds to house fire on Veterans Road
Shortly after 12:30 this morning, the Columbia-Richland Fire Department says crews responded to a house fire on Veterans Road. Firefighters says three pets in the home were rescued, but one pet was deceased.
Lawmaker's return to capital to address state budget
Lawmakers were back at the state capital Wednesday to address some unfinished business. One of the main issues on the agenda was the state's budget.
Local Living: Catch a movie at Doko Meadows this weekend, "Friday Night Laser Lights" back at the State Museum
Local Living: Catch a movie at Doko Meadows this weekend, "Friday Night Laser Lights" back at the State Museum
Summer Break Cafe give free meals to children age 18 and under
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The South Carolina Department of Education is giving free meals for children during the summer months. Its through a program called Summer Break Cafe that is funded by the USDA. “We can not do this mission…
DSS comes together with community partners to recognize Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Today is Elder Abuse Awareness Day in South Carolina, and residents painted the town purple this morning to raise awareness.
Deputies arrest man in elaborate fuel theft scheme
Newberry Co., S.C. (WOLO)--The Newberry Co. Sheriff's Office says deputies were looking into a large diesel fuel theft at a truck stop when they caught the alleged thief red-handed. Investigators say…
Calhoun Co. deputies shut down "nuisance" club
Calhoun Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- A local club has closed its doors after officials say it was a public nuisance. The Calhoun Co. Sheriff's office and the county council say Club Rolex…
Calhoun Co. man charged with disturbing 9 church services
Calhoun Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Deputies with the Calhoun Co. Sheriff's Office say a man entered several churches in the Sandy Run and Sandy plains area the morning of Sunday, June 12th and…
Police: Day care worker accused of hitting 4-year old
Police in Irmo say a former day care worker is accused of hitting a four-year-old.
ELECTION DAY: Modest-sized crowds show up at Richland County polling places
Forrest has been helping out with Election Days for a few years and says the crowds were a little smaller at Ward 9 Tuesday.
Early voting turnout for South Carolina primary
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Just weeks ago, Governor Henry McMaster signed into law a bill allowing anyone to cast a ballot without an excuse for the two weeks before election day…
Local Living: Post Malone coming to Columbia, Richland One hosting career fair this week and more!
Local Living: Post Malone coming to Columbia, Richland One hosting career fair this week and more!
No charges after investigation into March officer involved shooting in Richland County
According to the Fifth Circuit Solicitor's Office, a review of an officer involved shooting in Richland County in March led investigators to determine the deputy involved's use of force was reasonably necessary under the circumstances.
Lexington PD helping residents beat the heat through "Operation Cool Down"
If you're looking for another way to help you cool off, "Operation Cool Down" in the Town of Lexington is in full swing.
Lexington PD offering free child car seat checks
Today and tomorrow, the Lexington Police Department says its Child Passenger Seat Technicians will offer free child car seat safety checks at Menchie's on Sunset Boulevard.
Voters head to the polls for SC Primary
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- It is Election day in South Carolina. Voters are heading to the polls for the state Primary. Polls are open from 7am- 7pm. You can find your polling location and more by visiting scvotes.sc.gov. Count on…
More than a dozen men accused in sting operation
More than a dozen men are behind bars Kershaw County deputies held a sting operation targeting sex offenders in the area.
Columbia leaders announce new Business Friendly Initiatives
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - City leaders say starting and sustaining a business in Columbia should now be easier. Six new friendly business initiatives that were announced by city council members today. …
Local Living: Celebrate Juneteenth in the Midlands, community cleanup in Cayce this week and more!
Local Living: Celebrate Juneteenth in the Midlands, community cleanup in Cayce this week and more!
Southeastern Piano Festival brings some of the world's top pianists to Columbia
The Southeastern Piano Festival is celebrating its 20th year with some serious talent.
RCSD: Deputies still asking for information leading to arrest of man charged with April fatal shooting
The Richland County Sheriff's Department continues to ask for the public's help finding a suspect wanted in connection with a shooting at an apartment on Hunt Club Road that left two dead and injured another.
Cool off from the heat at misting stations in Columbia
Cool off from the heat at misting stations in Columbia
Newberry County Coroner IDs 76-year-old who died in a collision on SC 176
Newberry County Coroner Laura Kneece released the name of a 76-year-old man who was killed in a single vehicle collision in the Pomaria area on Friday.
