No. 1 South Carolina women rout Charleston in season opener
No. 1 South Carolina picked up where it left off last season, opening a 17-0 lead and blowing past Charleston 119-38 in the season opener Wednesday for its 27th straight victory.
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UofSC President Bob Caslen says he has tested positive for COVID-19
In a tweet sent Wednesday afternoon, University of South Carolina President Bob Caslen announced that he tested positive for the coronavirus.
Sumter Police collecting non-perishable food for local food banks
You can donate to help out local food banks in Sumter today. The Sumter Police Department is hosting their "Be a Hero in the Pursuit to End Hunger" food drive.
CFD provides guidelines for safely preparing your Thanksgiving meal
The Columbia Fire Department wants to keep you safe this Thanksgiving with some helpful guidelines to follow.
Thanksgiving treats you should and should not pass on to your pets
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- As we celebrate the giving of thanks in just two days, Pet Supermarkets wants you to know what you should and should not be feeding your pets from the…
Fire officials say fire dangers increase during Thanksgiving
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- While 2020 has been a year of transition and adjustments to a myriad of changes there is one thing that the fire officials hope will change is the…
REPORT: Coastal's Jamey Chadwell interviews for SC job
Coastal Carolina Head Coach Jamey Chadwell met with South Carolina officials recently in person to discuss the Carolina job, according to WPDE Sports Director Brandon Dunn.
SC man pleads guilty in plot to attack White House, Trump Tower
SAN ANTONIO (AP) - Federal authorities say a South Carolina man has pleaded guilty to a terror charge for plotting to bomb or shoot up sites including the White House and Trump Tower in New York City in attacks inspired…
44 new confirmed cases on campus in latest UofSC coronavirus dashboard update
The University of South Carolina updated its coronavirus dashboard for the latest testing period (November 20-23).
Despite fewer travelers this year, CAE still working to keep passengers safe from terminal to destination
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Like they've done year after year, Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is gearing up for a busy week as travelers get ready to head home for Thanksgiving. However, this year…
Midlands law enforcement deliver hundreds of free turkeys to the community
On Tuesday, the non-profit Serve & Connect along with Columbia Police and Richland County deputies handed out turkeys and Thanksgiving produce on Sunset Drive.
Sumter Co. Sheriff: Suspect arrested for 2019 assault and battery
According the the Sumter County Sheriff's Office, Travon Darrell Ragin, 21, was arrested on Tuesday in connection with an incident that dates back to September 2019.
Wedgefield man charged with murder, related charges for fatal Ollie Drive shooting
Sumter County deputies say they arrested a man in connection with a fatal shooting that took place on Ollie Drive on November 9.
Richland Library temporarily closes Eastover location after employee tests positive for COVID-19
In a statement released Tuesday, the Richland Library said that an employee tested positive for COVID-19. The Richland Library responded by promptly closing the Eastover location.
Chappelle Memorial AME Church giving out free meals on Thanksgiving
The Chappelle Memorial African Methodist Episcopal Church will hand out free meals in their Thanksgiving community outreach dinner event.
Skutchi Designs building new facility in Horry County, creating 41 new jobs
In a statement released Tuesday by the Office of the Governor, Skutchi Designs, Inc. announced plans to expand operations in Horry County.
CFD: No injuries in house fire on Colleton Street
Columbia Fire Department officials say no one is injured after a house fire this morning on Colleton Street.
AP: 3-day ticket blitz, 130 $100 citations for going maskless
A three-day ticket blitz in South Carolina's capital city brought 130 citations for going unmasked despite the coronavirus pandemic, and the fire chief says more are coming.
Camden High dismissing early today due to a major water main break
Camden High School officials say they're dismissing students early today due to a major water main break this morning.
CFD: No injuries as mattress company on Ellerbe Street caught fire
Columbia Fire Department says no one is injured after a mattress company caught fire this morning on Ellerbe Street.
$100K Palmetto Cash 5 ticket has been sold in Irmo
Officials from the South Carolina Education Lottery say someone in Irmo is $100,000 richer after buying the winning Palmetto Cash 5 ticket.
South Carolina officials eye single drug for execution plan
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The state of South Carolina says it could execute a man scheduled to die next week with a lethal dose of just one drug if officials cannot get ahold of all three drugs the procedure calls…
City municipal court to close until further notice after staff member gets COVID-19
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The City of Columbia municipal court building will be shut down until further notice. According to the City, one staff member has tested positive for COVID-19. Officials did…
Hundreds of South Carolinians follow Gov. McMaster's advice to get "tested before turkey"
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Across the state, hundreds are lining up at COVID-19 testing sites to get tested before celebrating Thanksgiving. This spike in people willing to be tested comes after Gov. Henry McMaster…
The Salvation Army kicks off this year's Red Kettle Campaign
On Monday afternoon, the Salvation Army kicked off its annual Red Kettle Campaign for the holiday season.
