State House flags flying at half-staff in remembrance of attack on Pearl Harbor
In honor of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, President Trump urged all federal agencies and individuals to fly the American flag at half-staff today.
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UofSC President Bob Caslen returns to the office after bout with COVID-19
University of South Carolina President Bob Caslen returned to the office today after a bout with COVID-19.
Beamer Ball 2: Shane Beamer takes over at South Carolina
Shane Beamer was an assistant at South Carolina in 2010 when the Gamecocks made their only appearance in the Southeastern Conference title game.
RCSD announces two arrests in connection with deadly shooting last week
According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, two individuals have been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred last Tuesday.
Kershaw County Courthouse closed for the rest of the week due to COVID-19 outbreak
According to Kershaw County officials, the Kershaw County Courthouse closed at 3 p.m. Monday due to a COVID-19 outbreak.
DHEC: 2,413 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 12 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Sunday.
Orangeburg County schools moving to all-online learning through winter break
Officials with the Orangeburg County School District announced they will transition to a 100% virtual learning model through winter break, due to the spread of COVID-19.
Restroom fire at Jackson Creek Elementary causes early dismissal for students Monday morning
According to officials with Richland School District Two, Jackson Creek Elementary School had an early dismissal Monday due to a fire in a community restroom on the second floor.
Irmo FD crews respond to fire at abandoned building Monday morning
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Crews responded to a fire at an abandoned building early Monday morning. Officials say it happened around 5 a.m. on the 3,000 block of Fernandina Road. According to the Irmo…
A look at new Gamecock head football coach Shane Beamer's first day on the job
On Sunday, the University of South Carolina officially announced that Shane Beamer has been hired as the Gamecocks' next head football coach.
'Carolina Lights' Holiday Drive thru at the SC State Fairgrounds
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Christmas has come to the South Carolina State Fairgrounds and you can see lights, right from your car. 'Carolina Lights' is a drive-thru holiday light show that features more than 100…
Gamecocks to hold introductory press conference for Shane Beamer Monday at 2pm
University of South Carolina Football will hold an official press conference Monday for new head football coach Shane Beamer.
Richland County Sheriff's Dept. looking to solve 24 year old Cold Case
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- The Richland County Sheriff’s Department needs your help in identifying a suspect in the murder of a Columbia man 24 years ago. Authorities say Jack Robinson, 65, was stabbed…
It's Official: Shane Beamer named Gamecocks' newest football coach
Shane Beamer, considered to be one of the rising stars among coaches in college football, has been named the University of South Carolina's 36th head football coach, Director of Athletics Ray Tanner announced Sunday.
Lexington District One teacher passes away from COVID-19 complications
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A third grade teacher in Lexington School District One has died from complications of COVID-19, District officials confirmed to ABC Columbia News. According to a statement, from Lexington County School District One, Staci A. Blakely, a teacher…
DHEC: 2,538 new Coronavirus cases, 43 new deaths in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, on Sunday, reported 2,538 new cases of coronavirus and 43 additional deaths. Health officials say this brings the total number of confirmed cases to 216,378 and confirmed deaths 4,237.…
Help a child in need, stop by the Salvation Army Angel Tree
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--This year you have a chance to be an Angel for a needy child. The Salvation Army's Angel Trees are now up at area locations. If you are headed to the mall,…
REPORT: South Carolina set to hire Shane Beamer as head football coach
Oklahoma Associate Head Coach Shane Beamer is expected to become the Gamecocks' newest head football coach, according to numerous reports Saturday night.
Rodriguez scores 3 TDs, Kentucky routs South Carolina 41-18
Chris Rodriguez Jr. rushed for three touchdowns, Terry Wilson and A.J. Rose each rushed for one, and Kentucky rolled South Carolina 41-18 Saturday night in the regular season finale for both schools.
No. 4 Clemson beats Va. Tech, sets up Notre Dame rematch
No. 3 Clemson (9-1, 8-1 ACC) defeated Virginia Tech 45-10 on Saturday to advance to its sixth consecutive ACC Championship Game. With the win, Trevor Lawrence became the winningest starting quarterback in school-history (33), surpassing Rodney Williams, Tajh Boyd and Deshaun Watson’s shared record of 32.
No. 14 Coastal Carolina holds off No. 8 BYU 22-17
Mateo Sudipo stopped BYU’s Dax Milne at the 1-yard line as time expired and No. 14 Coastal Carolina beat the eighth-ranked Cougars 22-17 in short-notice showdown of 9-0 teams Saturday night.
Grimes, No. 10 Houston rally for 77-67 win over Gamecocks
Quentin Grimes had 23 points and seven rebounds, Tramon Mark added 18 points and No. 10 Houston rallied for a 77-67 win over South Carolina on Saturday night.
Louisville's Scott Satterfield has 'conversation' with South Carolina about football coaching vacancy
Louisville coach Scott Satterfield again said he is staying at the school after South Carolina reached out about its coaching vacancy.
Holiday Lights on the River shine bright at Saluda Shoals
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Saluda Shoals Park is having their annual drive-thru Holiday Lights on the River event. Holiday Lights on the River runs each night from 6 p.m.-10 p.m., rain or shine,…
DHEC reports 2,715 new cases of Coronavirus in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C (WOLO)-- Saturday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control reported 2,715 new confirmed cases of Coronavirus and 19 additional deaths. Saturday's reported numbers breaks the single-day record of new COVID-19 cases for the second day in…
