State of Emergency declared in South Carolina ahead of Hurricane Ian
Ahead of Ian- -South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has declared a state of emergency, no evacuations
Local News
Local impacts from Ian-Chief Meteorologist John Farley's forecast track and timing
Chief Meteorologist John Farley's Ian Forecast
Charter school leadership attends Kids First Conference
Leadership from charter schools across the state came together for the 2nd annual "Kids First Conference." Hosted by the Charter Institute at Erskine and South Carolina Public Charter School District, the two day conference gives teachers and school leaders a chance to hear inspirational speakers, legislative panels, and have a little fun.
Local Living: Oktoberfest and Blues Festival
The annual Carolina Downhome Blues Festival is back
Hurricane Ian: Dominion Energy preparations and emergency response
Dominion Energy says Hurricane Ian could cause power outages in South Carolina
Governor McMaster declares State of Emergency- No evacuations ordered
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has declared a state of emergency ahead of Ian- No Evacuations
Tracking Hurricane Ian
We are tracking Hurricane Ian, the storms path across Florida and potential impacts here in South Carolina
Governor McMaster set to hold briefing on Hurricane Ian
McMaster will update the public on Hurricane Ian's potential impact on South Carolina
City of Newberry's Oktoberfest rescheduled for Oct. 15
The City of Newberry's annual Oktoberfest has been rescheduled as a precautionary measure due to Hurricane Ian.
SLED: Simpsonville man arrested for assault and voyeurism
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) arrested a 58 year-old man Tuesday for two counts of assault and battery 2nd degree and voyeurism.
Irmo High School collecting recyclable materials Oct. 15
Irmo High School will be hosting a recycling event for Lexington and Richland counties on Oct. 15, from 8 am- 12 pm.
Responsive Industries establishing operations in Greenville County
A new manufacturer will be establishing operations in Greenville County, creating 10 new jobs.
Columbia International University to kick-start 100th anniversary celebration with concert
Columbia International University will be kick-starting their 100th anniversary celebrations with a concert by Grammy and Gospel award winner Laura Story.
Pet of the Week: Mercy!
Meet our Pet of the Week, Mercy! This sweet lab-pittie mix is 8-years-old, and needs to find her forever home! Mercy is very well-mannered, gentle, and so sweet! You can find her at Pawmetto Lifeline.
Former inmate crashes car in front of State Department of Corrections
Investigators say former inmate Ryan Turner is in trouble with the law again after crashing in front of the State Department of Corrections building Monday
Statewide dog fighting operation lands 21 people behind bars
21 people are behind bars following statewide dog fighting operation accused of participating in dog fighting rings
CPD arrest duo accused of trying to sell fentanyl
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Columbia Police Department's Organized Crime and Narcotics Unit have taken thousands of pills authorities believe are imitation fentanyl off the street. Police say during a…
Hurricane Ian - Florida and Midlands Impacts
Hurricane Ian is expected to make landfall near Fort Myers, Florida, Wednesday afternoon with devastating impacts - wind, flooding rain, flooding from the ocean. Then the storm will move across Florida and weaken substantially. We'll see its impacts on Friday,…
DHEC offers free HIV testing during "PrEP Awareness Week"
This week is the Department of Health and Environmental Control's third annual "PrEP Awareness Week. "DHEC finds the pre-exposure prophylaxis pill known as PrEP to be highly effective for the prevention of contracting HIV. "If taken as prescribed either as a pill once a day or as an injectable that you receive every 2 months, PrEP can reduce your chances of acquiring HIV by up to 99 percent," says Robinson.
Governor McMaster on Hurricane Ian "Always be prepared"
Governor Henry McMaster held a briefing Tuesday with State Emergency Management officials about the track of Hurricane Ian and impact on SC
Police: Texas couple arrested in phony fentanyl seizure
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Columbia police say a traffic stop yielded thousands of counterfiet fentanyl pills. Investigators say on September 17th police conducted a traffic stop of Loria Leal and Eufracio Rodriguez of Texas on Hardin St. During the stop, police…
SC House fails to agree on amended Abortion Ban Bill
Now, the legislature can meet as a conference committee to come to a compromise or simply let the bill die until next session.
Military members encouraged to apply for free deer hunts in memory of soldier
The S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) will be hosting two free deer hunts for members of the military community.
School closings/early dismissals due to possible severe weather
One school district has announced early school dismissals/school closings due to possible severe weather.
Orangeburg forensic lab expands law enforcement capability thanks to local partnership
It also allows Orangeburg to help out surrounding law enforcement operations.
