Gamecocks’ improving offense set for test vs No. 15 Auburn
South Carolina quarterback Collin Hill sees his offense getting better. Hill and the Gamecocks will get the chance to show how improved they are against No. 15 Auburn.
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No. 1 Clemson provides measuring stick for rebuilding Tech
Georgia Tech couldn’t ask for a better opportunity to show how far the program has come in coach Geoff Collins’ second season.
Two new grant programs to assist small, minority businesses
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Friday, Gov. Henry McMaster released details about two new South Carolina CARES act grant programs that will specifically go towards helping small and minority business throughout the state.Both programs are designed to give reimbursements to small…
SLED arrests officer accused of misconduct in office
Columbia,SC (WOLO) ---- The South Carolina Department of Law Enforcement Division (SLED), arrested a former officer who worked for the Bennettsville Police Department Friday. According to arrest warrants obtained by ABC Columbia News, 29 year old James Rondell Williams is…
Lexington police to begin school zone campaign
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- The Lexington Police Department is hoping they can get you to take the pedal off the metal by kicking off their school zone enforcement campaign. Lexington, SC…
Columbia Fire station 9 gets brand new ladder truck
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Some Columbia firefighters have a sweet new ride. Friday afternoon the firefighters at station nine on Devine Street held a push-in ceremony for their brand new ladder truck.…
DHEC announces 897 new COVID-19 cases, 5 deaths
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Friday The Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) releases their latest COVID-19 numbers for the state. To date, health officials say they have 897 new cases of coronavirus, while 5 additional South Carolinians have lost…
Prisma Health using innovative new device aimed at improving accuracy of breast cancer surgery
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Prisma Health is adding a new tool to its arsenal to help thousands of women win their battle against breast cancer. Through a small device inserted in the breast,…
DHEC submits vaccine plan, releases updated COVID numbers
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Friday, DHEC submitted its COVID-19 vaccine plan to the federal government. Officials say the goal is the equitable distribution of the vaccine across the state, based on the most current federal guidance and…
Serve and Connect expands 'Compass Program' to bridge police, community gap
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- the community organization 'serve and connect' is expanding their 'compass program' starting in the north Columbia neighborhood. The goal of the initiative is to help break barriers that…
CDC Director meets with state public health leaders in Columbia, encourages wearing face masks
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The head of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) was in Columbia Thursday afternoon to learn more about South Carolina’s COVID-19 response. Dr. Robert Redfield spoke with a panel…
New office building coming to the Bull Street District
Work has begun on an office space unlike any other coming to the Bull Street District.
Be Pro Be Proud visits Swansea High School to educate students on trade professions
Students in Swansea had the opportunity to get some hands on job experience this morning when the Be Pro Be Proud truck stopped by Swansea High School.
Dean of UofSC law school apologizes for mistakenly forwarding email containing names of students who failed the bar exam
The dean of UofSC's law school is apologizing after forwarding an email that contained the names of students who failed the bar exam, as well as the grades of every student who took the test.
Unique Loom expanding operations in Lancaster Co. by adding warehouse and office space
According to the Office of the Governor, area rug and home decor supplier, Unique Loom, will be expanding on its operations in Indian Land by adding onto their existing facility.
DHEC: 1,072 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 11 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released its updated coronavirus numbers as of Wednesday.
RCSD: Brother and sister facing multiple charges after incident at Church's Chicken
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a brother and sister are in custody after an incident that occurred at the Church's Chicken on Two Notch Road on September 30.
Richland County officials giving out free masks Friday
Richland County officials will hand out free face masks this Friday. You can pick up a free mask at Brookland Baptist Church Northeast, 1203 Summit Parkway, Columbia from 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
SLED investigating officer involved shooting in North Charleston
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is investigating an officer shooting that they say took place Thursday morning in North Charleston while officers were responding to reports of a disturbance.
RCSD: Attorney General Wilson completes investigation of officer involved shooting in Richland Co.
According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has concluded the investigation into an officer involved shooting regarding a SLED agent and two Lexington County deputies that took place in September.
No one hurt after vehicle & train collision on Lake Murray Blvd. & St. Andrews Rd.
The Irmo Police Department says no one is hurt after a vehicle and train collision on Lake Murray Boulevard and St. Andrews Road.
CAE showcases local artists with 'Art in the Airport' exhibit
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --The next time you get ready to catch a flight out of the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), you may want to keep your eyes peeled for more than just…
Fairfield Co. man tries to swim across lake in attempt to evade deputies
Fairfield County deputies say they arrested a man on multiple drug charges and having stolen property. Investigators say Thomas Powers tried to swim across a lake before they caught up with him and took him into custody.
Gov. McMaster signs bill giving state-sponsored health benefits to firefighters battling cancer
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- After serving their communities in times of crisis, firefighters have one more team in their corner: the state of South Carolina. Governor Henry McMaster (R-SC) signed a bill Wednesday morning…
Trial begins for woman accused of killing her newborn children
The trial for the North Myrtle Beach woman accused of killing and disposing her two newborn children began today with opening statements from both sides.
