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Consumer News: Consumer index, plus Pay Apps

(CNN)--  It doesn't just seem like you're paying more for everything these days you are. Prices have climbed six-point-two percent over the past twelve months. That's the biggest increase in 31 years. Experts say don't…

Company expanding in Richland County, creating new jobs

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--More jobs are coming to Richland County. According to the Governor's office, AVANTech, LLC a wastewater and radioactive waste treatment company, is expanding operations in Richland County. The office says the $3.6 million investment will create 17 new jobs.…

DHEC: 352 new cases of COVID-19 and 27 new deaths

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Cases of COVID-19 continue to drop in South Carolina. Wednesday, DHEC reported 352 new cases of the Coronavirus and 27 new deaths. State Health officials say nearly 56% of eligible South Carolinians…

Irmo Police searching for Missing 15 year old

IRMO, SC (WOLO)-- Irmo Police are searching for a 15 year old, missing since November 8. According to Irmo Police, Brandon Pacheco-Nunez was last seen around 7:30am Monday, when he left his home…

No. 1 South Carolina women beat No. 5 NC State 66-57

Zia Cooke scored 17 points and top-ranked South Carolina never trailed in its 66-57 win over No. 5 North Carolina State on Tuesday night, earning an impressive road win in a marquee season-opening matchup of Final Four contenders.

Local Living: State Museum exhibits and Turkey Day 5k

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Let's take a look at Local Living. The South Carolina State Museum is inviting you to celebrate the opening of the museum's latest exhibit this weekend. The 'Bindings and Betweens: South Carolina…

City of Columbia repeals mask ordinance

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia City Council met Tuesday for the city council meeting. Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin and City Council members voted to repeal the emergency mask mandate for the City of…

Veterans Day events and specials in SC

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- EdVenture Children’s Museum in Columbia will offer free admission to all military families on Veteran’s Day, Thursday, November 11. Free admission is valid for active and retired military members and up to 6 immediate family members with…

DHEC: 382 new cases of COVID-19 and 2 new deaths

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Tuesday, DHEC reported 382 new cases of COVID-19 and 2 new deaths. Health officials reported a percent positive of 4.3%. DHEC is hosting free vaccine clinics across the state, for a link to locations click here https://scdhec.gov/health/vaccinations

AG Wilson to file lawsuit over healthcare worker vaccine mandate

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Attorney General Alan Wilson says he plans to sue the federal government over vaccine mandates for healthcare workers. Wilson released a statement Monday reading, “President Biden has once again overstepped his legal authority and overreached his power.  The…

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