Local News

SEC to play conference-only, 10-game schedule this football season

The Southeastern Conference is expected to announce a conference-only, 10-game schedule this season, sources tell ABC Columbia.

DHEC: 1,636 new cases of Coronavirus and 48 new deaths in SC

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control on Thursday, reported 1,636 new confirmed cases of coronavirus and 48 additional confirmed deaths. Health officials say this brings the total number…

Sen. Tim Scott hosts Instagram Live with "Captain America" Chris Evans

Washington, D.C. (WOLO)-- South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott had a chance down to sit down, albeit virtually, with an Avenger! Wednesday Senator Scott Hosted an Instagram Live conversation with actor Chris Evans who plays Captain…

SC Superintendent of Education approves 25 more district reopening plans

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman approved reopening plans for several districts, including some districts in the Midlands. On Thursday, Spearman approved twenty five school district reopening plans, that had been submitted to the State department of Education.…

Number of initial unemployment claims down in SC

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Fewer people are filing for unemployment in South Carolina. According to the Department of Employment and Workforce, last week 12,194 people filed their initial claim for unemployment insurance in the state. That's down 2,152 from the previous week.…

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.

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…