One suspect arrested; another wanted for bar shooting in Swansea
Lexington County deputies have arrested one suspect and looking for another in a drive-by shooting at a bar in Swansea on July 5.
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Suspect wanted for robbery, assault at El Cheapo's on Two Notch Road
Columbia Police have released surveillance images of a man accused of a robbery at the El Cheapo gas station this month.
Planet Fitness to require face coverings at all locations
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- A popular chain of fitness centers is now requiring everyone to wear a mask. Starting next month, Planet Fitness says it will require face covering at all of its locations.…
Arguments over Gov. McMaster's $32 million SAFE Grants program heard in court Wednesday
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WOLO) -- A judge heard arguments and testimony concerning Gov. Henry McMaster (R-SC)’s plan to give millions of dollars worth of scholarships for low-income students to attend private schools this fall. However,…
Flooding on Interstate 26 is diverting traffic in Lexington County
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - Flood waters on Interstate 26 has shut down westbound traffic in Lexington County. 🎴FLOODING on I-26 WB in Lexington has diverted traffic. Drivers have to exit 115. pic.twitter.com/QMqEghkbAI— Josh Berry (@_joshberry) July 30, 2020 According to…
Pedestrian killed in accident near I-20 & Clemson Rd.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Columbia Police are investigating an accident that killed a pedestrian Wednesday night. The fatal collision happened at Interstate 20 and Clemson Road shortly before 9:30 p.m. According to CPD, the Richland County Coroner’s Officer is assisting…
RCSD searches for a man wanted for April burglary
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The Richland County Sheriff's Department is hoping you can help them locate a man accused of a burglary they say took place back in April. According to deputies, 38 year…
McMaster opens entertainment venues in latest executive order
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Gov. Henry McMaster is issuing another executive order in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It's aimed at slowing the spread in the state. As of Monday, Aug. 3, entertainment like venues can reopen with restrictions. “Festivals,…
Richland One Calendar Committee seeks feedback
Columbia,SC (WOLO) ---- The Richland One Calendar Committee wants to hear your thoughts on the calendar for the upcoming school year. Last week, the Board of School Commissioners approved plans to push back the initial scheduled…
U.S. House passes sweeping rideshare safety bill in honor of fallen UofSC student
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WOLO) --The U.S. House of Representatives passed a sweeping rideshare safety bill in honor of Samantha Josephson, a University of South Carolina student who tragically lost her life in March…
ACC pushes back start date for football, fall sports
The ACC Board of Directors announced that if public health guidance allows, all seven ACC sponsored fall sports will begin competition during the week of Sept. 7-12.
SC Dept. of Education announces additional $15 Million in CARES Act funds
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--South Carolina is receiving more than $15 million in additional CARES Act funds. Wednesday State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced South Carolina as a recipient of the $15,049,608 Rethink K-12 Education Models Grant from the US Dept.…
Boeing studying consolidation of 787 production to 1 location after 2Q losses
Boeing is reporting a $2.4 billion loss for the second quarter due to the grounding of its 737 Max jet and the coronavirus pandemic, which is expected to depress airline travel even longer than previously expected.
2020 SC State Fair will be drive-through experience
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Wednesday morning the South Carolina State Fair announced this year's fair will be a drive-through event. Fair General Manager Nancy Smith says on October 20-21st. According to Smith, admission will be free for guests to drive through the…
Orangeburg deputies arrest suspect accused of fatal shooting
Orangeburg County deputies have arrested a man accused of a fatal shooting at a basketball court last week.Authorities say...
Free meal pickup at several Lexington District One schools today
Lexington County School District One is giving out free breakfast and lunch today in their summer food service program.
Driver wanted for questioning for shooting on U.S. Highway 521 in Sumter
Sumter County deputies need your help finding the driver and the vehicle involved in a shooting incident in Rembert on July 20.
President of Jordan Brand 'Nike', Benedict alumnus to speak for Benedict commencement
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Benedict College is gearing up for their 150th commencement celebration, albeit virtual for family and friends because of the ongoing global coronavirus pandemic, students will be the…
City of Columbia celebrates 'Mask Up Challenge' winners
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The city of Columbia announced the first winners of the city's mask up Columbia challenge. The city sent congratulations to Matt Hudson for the most votes and Megan Pinckney…
Midlands businesses think outside the box when it comes to coin shortage
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --If you’ve been out shopping lately, you might have noticed some businesses are not giving out exact change like they used to. This is due to a nationwide coin shortage that…
Fire destroys field house at Orangeburg Preparatory School
ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) - A fire destroyed the field house at Orangeburg Preparatory School Tuesday, according to school officials. They believe the fire was caused by a lawn mower in storage around 4:00 p.m. and is now believed to…
Saluda County Superintendent details school reopening plan, one of first approved statewide
SALUDA COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- On Monday, South Carolina Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman approved reopening plans for six school districts. By pitching both traditional and virtual options for their students, Saluda County…
S.C. Law Enforcement Reform Committee meets for first time
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- The House Equitable Justice System and Law Enforcement Reform Committee met Tuesday for the first time. This is the committee that was formed last month in the wake of local and national protests over the killing…
DHEC: 52 additional deaths and 1,573 new Coronavirus Cases in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control Tuesday, 1,573 new confirmed cases of coronavirus and 52 additional deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number of confirmed cases to…
Hiring: Kershaw County Schools looking for school bus drivers and food service employees
KERSHSHAW COUNTY, SC (WOLO)-- Are you looking for a job? The Kershaw County School District announced it is hiring for a number of positions, including school bus drivers, bus assistants and substitute food service employees. District Officials say if you…
