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Midlands Gamecock fan scores $200,000 win on school’s scratch-off

A lucky Midlands Gamecock fan has scored a $200,000 win on the school’s scratch-off, and he thanks his wife for the win, said SC lottery officials.

Columbia-Richland Fire Chief gifts new bikes to elementary students

Columbia-Richland Fire Department Chief Aubrey D. Jenkins has gifted bikes to students who are excelling in school.

Officers investigating after unwanted visit leads to Sumter Police chase

Sumter Police say a call for service that stemmed from an unwanted visit led to a chase and subsequent police negotiations.

SCDEW: Record number of people working in SC

South Carolina's workforce continues to expand.

5100 Block Of Sunset Boulevard Collision

All lanes on Sunset Blvd/US-378 reopened after fatal collision

All inbound traffic on Sunset Blvd/US-378 at I-20 is being diverted onto Corley Mill Road while first responders are at the scene of a fatal collision in the 5100 block of Sunset Blvd, say police.

SC population increases by 161K

New Census numbers are in, and the updated numbers show that between 2019, and 2023, more than 161,000 new South Carolina residents came from other states.

A look at egg prices as we get closer to Easter

With Easter just a few weeks away, folks will be on the hunt for lower egg prices.

REAL ID Deadline May 7: What you need to know

The Clock is ticking on getting a REAL ID in South Carolina

SC AG warns parents against online gore groups

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The South Carolina Attorney General's Office is warning parents about a disturbing trend online. Officials say children are being targeted by violent on-line gore seeking groups. Attorney General Alan Wilson says those behind the trend, who are often…

Gas prices increase in the Midlands

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Gas prices have risen significantly in the midlands in the past week. According to gasbuddy.com, gas prices in the area are up more than six cents. The midlands average cost per gallon is $2.75. While the price per…

ABC Columbia Weather: Tracking the potential for storms with Meteorologist Tyler Ryan

Meteorologist Tyler Ryan tracking the potential for some afternoon storms Monday: an update from the Noon News with Crysty Vaughan

Burning Ban in SC lifted for 41 counties

The State Forester’s Burning Ban has been lifted for all but five South Carolina counties

Richland Co. deputies searching for missing teen

Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Richland Co. deputies say Da'Ziyah Peeples, 15 was last seen on Saturday Colonial Pointe Apartments on Garners Ferry Rd. Deputies say she was last seen wearing blue jeans, black crocs and a black Nike hoodie. If…

Statewide burning ban to be lifted for 41 counties on Monday morning

According to the South Carolina Forestry Commission, the current statewide burning ban will be lifted for 41 counties on Monday at 6 a.m. However, Greenville, Horry, Oconee, Pickens, Spartanburg counties will remain under the ban until further notice.

Defending champion South Carolina returns to Final Four, beating Duke 54-50 in March Madness

Coach Dawn Staley’s top-seeded Gamecocks are two wins away from becoming the first team to repeat as champions since UConn won four straight from 2013-16. South Carolina will play the winner of the Texas-TCU game that takes place Monday night.

RCSD: 24-year-old woman missing found safe

According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, 24-year-old Kiara Ellison was found safe and in good health.

Duke and South Carolina aren’t worried about style points when they meet in the Elite Eight

Ugly victories are quite common in the NCAA Tournament. Duke coach Kara Lawson and South Carolina’s Dawn Staley know that well.

Director, assistant director of Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center to resign

He also addressed his Alvin S. Glenn "family," saying in part, "Words cannot fully capture my appreciation for each of you. You are, without question, among the most dedicated, resilient, and hardworking correctional professionals I have had the privilege to serve alongside in my 20-year career."