Humbled LSU eyeing QB contingency vs surging South Carolina
LSU coach Ed Orgeron was grateful for an extra week to help the Tigers confront considerable challenges on both sides of the ball.
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No. 1 Clemson has new faces on defense and still dominating
Clemson once again has a dominating defense that delivers crunching hits and game-changing interceptions that has helped the Tigers ascend to the top of college football.
2020 Walk to End Alzheimer's hits the ground Saturday
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Lace up your shoes! You have the chance to join the 2020 Walk to End Alzheimer's Saturday. The Alzheimer's Association says the…
Attempted murder suspect arrested after threatening to kill Orangeburg deputy
ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) - A man wanted for a robbery and shooting has been arrested after a fight with Orangeburg County deputies where he's accused of threatening to kill one of them. Nathaniel Robinson, Jr., 27…
Due to COVID-19 pandemic, fewer children are seeing their pediatricians
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, fewer parents are bringing their children in for a routine checkup. South Carolina Medicaid data shows that pediatric visits have gone down 16% since…
22 new cases of coronavirus reported on UofSC's campus
The University of South Carolina updated its coronavirus dashboard with the latest data as of Thursday.
RCSD announces multiple arrests in connection with inmate ordering shootings from behind prison walls
The Richland County Sheriff's Department has announced several arrests in connection with an inmate who ordered multiple shootings.
DHEC: 784 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 18 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Thursday.
SC DOT: 1-20 West Bound lane shifts scheduled this weekend
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--There are some changes you need to know about if your travels take you on 1-20 Westbound. According to the SC DOT, crews will shift the lanes on I-20 west bound…
Prisma Health hosting Free COVID-19 testing at Midlands site
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Prisma Health is offering a location for free COVID-19 testing this month in the Midlands. You can get tested each Tuesday, Friday and Saturday of October at Columbia Place Mall…
Victim identified after hitting a disabled tractor-trailer on Longstreet Road
The Calhoun County Coroner's Office has identified a victim that hit a disabled tractor-trailer on Longstreet Road Thursday.
DHEC, UofSC team up on a targeted testing approach to better understand community spread of COVID-19
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- If you happen to get a blue envelope in the mail from DHEC in the next week, they want you to get tested for COVID-19. DHEC and the University of…
Richland One set to begin hybrid model of learning Monday
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- One of the largest school districts in South Carolina is joining a wave of other districts in welcoming students back to the classroom two days a week. Starting on Monday,…
UofSC to replace spring break with 'wellness days' in revised schedule
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The University of South Carolina has released an updated version of their Spring schedule that will continue having students have the face to face learning they have been able to use while keeping those on campus…
Columbia City Hall glowing purple to raise awareness for domestic violence
Thursday night, the City of Columbia will light up City Hall in purple. “Purple Thursday” recognizes October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
The State Fair may technically be over, but there's still time to get fair food
It may not be the traditional fair visit, but this year you can still grab a funnel cake or two.
Mayor Benjamin tours the Salvation Army's "Doing the Most Good Academy"
The "Doing the Most Good" academy at the Salvation Army Center for Worship and Service had a visitor today that was able to bring some smiles to children faces, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin. The mayor toured the academy and talked to children about their new learning environment.
SLED announces the arrest of man for murder in 1976
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division says they arrested a man accused of a rape and murder that happened over 40 years ago. Authorities say 65-year-old Charles Ugvine Coleman is charged with the rape and murder of Elizabeth Ann Howell Wilson of Chester.
Sumter police looking for attempted murder suspect
The Sumter Police Department says they are searching for 23-year-old Michael Raheim Lucas, who is wanted for attempted murder and other related charges.
DHEC: 921 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 40 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the latest coronavirus data for the state as of Wednesday.
Join the Walk to End Alzheimer's this Saturday
You can join the walk to end Alzheimer's disease this Saturday. The Alzheimer's Association says the opening ceremony starts at 9 a.m. on their website, and the walk starts at 9:30 a.m.
Child sex offenders under Halloween curfew
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) wants to make sure your children are safe as they venture out for sweet treats this Halloween. As an extra layer of security, every year…
UPDATE: Two suspects charged in incident resulting in death of Greenville deputy
According to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, two suspects were arrested on Wednesday in connection with the incident on I-85 that caused the death of a Greenville County sheriff.
Walk to End Alzheimer's starts this Saturday in South Carolina
The Alzheimer's Association in South Carolina is hosting the Walk to End Alzheimer's Disease this Saturday.
Orangeburg students get ready to begin hybrid learning
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) --- Starting Monday November 2, middle and high school students will return to face to face instruction with students split into smaller groups for hybrid learning. This is the second nine week grading period for Orangeburg schools…
