UPDATE: I-77 North back open after an overturned trailer blocked traffic at mile marker 10
I-77 North is back up and running with all lanes open, after an overturned tractor trailer blocked the highway at mile marker 10 Monday morning.
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Motorcyclist killed in a vehicle collision on US Highway 15 in Sumter identified
The Sumter County Coroner's Office has identified the motorcyclist killed in a vehicle collision on US Highway 15 on Sunday.
SC for Ed cancels Monday protest at State House
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- SC for Ed says it has canceled Monday's protest at the State House due to what it calls threatening messages. In a statement the group says it has received 'harassing and threatening messages from groups with extreme…
261 cases of COVID-19, 17 deaths in SC Sunday
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Sunday, the state Department of Health & Environmental Control announced 261 new cases of COVID-19, and 218 probable cases. Another 17 deaths have also been reported. South Carolina has reported a total of 488,797 cases of Covid-19 since…
Man dead after shooting outside Colony Apartments
COLOMBIA (WOLO): One man has died after a shooting incident outside the Colony Apartments Saturday evening. Columbia Police say deputies were called to the scene shortly before 6 p.m. The victims are…
325 new cases of COVID-19, 12 additional deaths Saturday in SC
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Saturday, the Department of Health and Environmental Control reported 325 new cases of COVID-19, and 204 probable cases, bringing the states total number of cases reported to 488,512. South Carolina also announced 12 more deaths Saturday. 8,484 South Carolinians have…
Gas stations slowly refuel as prices continue to rise
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The Colonial Pipeline is trying to push out gas to stations across the Southeast and hopes to get all fuel the flow smoothly again. Meanwhile, the stations here in South…
Majority Whip Jim Clyburn reacts to death of mentally ill inmate
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- South Carolina Congressman, and Majority Whip Jim Clyburn is reacting to the death of Jamal Sutherland who officials say suffered from schizophrenia and a bipolar disorder and died after authorities say he was tased six times…
Clarendon Co. deputies seeking information after a trailer was stolen near a gas station
The Clarendon County Sheriff's Office is seeking information after a trailer was stolen from a storage lot near the Marathon gas station on 5236 Dingle Pond Road.
Midlands bus driver honored for bravery during hijacking last week
A Richland Two school bus driver is being hailed a hero. The Midlands bus driver was on his morning route last week, when the bus full of students was hijacked. Kenneth Corbin was honored for his bravery in a ceremony held this afternoon.
Two years later, Lexington County deputies still looking for answers in the shooting death of an eight-year-old
Saturday will mark two years since eight-year-old Mason Hanahan was shot and killed during a home invasion in Lexington County. Deputies say they are still searching for a suspect in the shooting they say was orchestrated by Linda Monette, who was at the home at the time.
Community reacts to new mask recommendations from the CDC
Here in Columbia, city leaders say the mask mandate will no longer be enforced and is more of an advisory. We talked to people walking around town to get their thoughts on the new policy.
SCHP looking for driver of car they believe was involved in a fatal hit-and-run
South Carolina Highway Patrol is asking for the public's help to find the person responsible for a hit-and-run collision that killed a man riding a bike.
WCPD: Murder suspect arrested in connection with fatal shooting on Luke Street last week
West Columbia Police have arrested a man accused of a fatal shooting last week.
Founders Park named potential host site for NCAA Tournament play
Founders Park has been announced as one of the 20 predetermined preliminary-round sites for the 2021 Division I Baseball Championship, the NCAA Division I Baseball Committee today announced this afternoon.
SC for Ed planning "Enough is Enough" protest Monday
SC for Ed is planning to hold a "Enough is Enough" protest on Monday. This comes after Governor Henry McMaster's executive order lifting mask mandates in schools, but SC for Ed says the point of the protest is not simply about masks.
Richland County Coroner releases identity of man shot and killed at the Capri Apartments
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford is releasing the identity of man who was shot and killed at the Capri Apartments late Tuesday night.
Law firm represents families of students on hijacked bus to get answers
CNN/ABC News-- The families of two victims of the school bus hijacking last week are demanding answers from Fort Jackson and Richland school district two. Richland County deputies say on May 6-th., 23-year-old…
Carolina Panthers give Kershaw students prom
Kershaw, SC (WOLO)--- The students at North Central High School have missed out on a lot of events, and celebrations after a EF2 tornado destroyed their school last year. One thing they're not…
Columbia's mask ordinance is now just an advisory and will not be enforced
Columbia, SC (WOLO) - The city of Columbia has reassessed its mask mandate after the CDC issued new guidance for those vaccinated. The ordinance that was just extended to June 5 is now just an advisory and will not be…
Governor McMaster and UofSC students react to Bob Caslen's resignation
Governor McMaster and UofSC students react to Bob Caslen's resignation .
SCHP: One passenger dead following a collision on I-26 East
South Carolina Highway Patrol says one individual is dead after a collision on I-26 this morning.
Columbia leaders unveil new mural on Main Street
New art is now on Main Street! Today, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin and City Council members held a public art dedication ceremony at the site of the new mural at 1401 Main.
Red Cross hosting blood drive to honor a fallen police officer Monday
You can roll up your sleeves for a good cause next week. The Red Cross is hosting a special blood drive in honor of fallen Officer Greg Alia on Monday.
Carolina Panthers put on prom for North Central HS students
The students at North Central High School have missed out on a lot since a tornado destroyed their school last year, but one thing they're not going to miss out on is the prom, thanks to the Carolina Panthers.
