Mother sentenced in death of 6 month old son
EDGEFIELD, S.C. (AP) - A 30-year prison sentence has been given to a Florida woman who killed her 6-month-old son in South Carolina because she was angry when the child's father wouldn't…
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South Carolina sees drop in unemployment claims
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- According to the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, 4.283 people filed for unemployment last week. This number is down 830 people from the previous week. Beginning next week, DEW will…
Columbia, UofSC, Governor plan expansive multi-day testing initiative
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- On Thursday, D-HEC, Governor Henry McMaster, the City of Columbia, and the University of South Carolina announced the launch of an expansive multi-day testing initiative. The free testing…
Heavy rains affect Columbia roads
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- With heavy downpours hitting the state of South Carolina Thursday morning, Columbia's streets are feeling the impact. Tim Scott spoke with authorities about how you can stay safe.
Pelion man accused of shooting man, dumping body in woods
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --The Lexington Sheriff's Department has arrested 33 year old William House accused of murdering a man during an argument last month. According to deputies, House was involved in…
DHEC: 740 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 27 new deaths
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released its updated coronavirus numbers. DHEC reports 740 new cases of COVID-19 and 27 new confirmed deaths. This brings the total number of confirmed cases to 132,565 with…
The Midlands feel the effects of Tropical Storm Sally
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Thursday morning, severe rains pounded the Midlands. Downed trees took out power lines, leaving thousands without power. Maria Szatkowski provides you with updates on outdoor conditions in the Midlands.
West Columbia Riverwalk closed due to flooding
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- According to officials from the City of West Columbia, the West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater is temporarily closed due to flooding. Updates can be found at westcolumbiasc.gov.
Richland County Sheriff's Department investigating the shooting of a 12-year-old
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they are investigating the shooting of a 12-year-old. Deputies say they were called to the 200 block of Lewis Scott Ct. at approximately 2:40 p.m. in response to a shooting. Officials…
City of Columbia, FEMA begin repair process on the Columbia Canal
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- One of the lingering reminders of the historic flood of 2015 may finally be repaired. Today, the City of Columbia announced it has come to a fundamental agreement with Federal Emergency Management Association on the scope of…
A’ja Wilson named WNBA Most Valuable Player
Las Vegas Aces forward A’ja Wilson has been named the 2020 WNBA Most Valuable Player, the WNBA announced today.
Collin Hill named starting quarterback for Gamecocks' season opener
Collin Hill will be the starting quarterback when the South Carolina Gamecocks open the 2020 football season against the Tennessee Volunteers on Saturday, Sept. 26, head coach Will Muschamp announced today.
City of Cayce prepares for heavy rain
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The City of Cayce and the Cayce Department of Public Safety are monitoring conditions throughout the City in anticipation of heavy rains over the next day. The city has barricades ready to be put in place if…
Tornado warnings issued in several counties throughout the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for the following counties until 12:30 p.m. Calhoun County, Clarendon County, Sumter County, Orangeburg County Tyler Ryan keeps you updated on…
Update: AC Flora High School blood drive has been canceled
Richland County School District One says they are now canceling a blood drive to help sickle cell patients for Saturday, September 19th.
City of Columbia releases list of flood-prone streets and intersections ahead of Sally
As Sally is heading its way to the Midlands, the City of Columbia has released a list of flood-prone streets and intersections.
Two killed in early morning fatal collision on I-26 west in Richland County
South Carolina Highway Patrol says two people were killed in an early morning fatal collision on I-26 near Exit 99.
South Carolina Senate passes budget changes
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- On Tuesday, the South Carolina Senate passed changes to the budget which would give a small pay raise to teachers. The budget changes also approve giving hazard pay to state employees…
South Carolina Senate OKs teacher raises, hazard pay
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The South Carolina Senate has passed changes to the state budget that would provide a small raise to most teachers and a hazard pay bonus for some lower-paid state workers. Now attention turns to the House,…
Prisma Health temporarily closes COVID-19 testing sites
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- On Wednesday, Prisma Health announced that their drive-thru coronavirus test sites are being temporarily closed due to the heavy rains expected to come through the area over the coming days. The…
Ribbon cutting ceremony held at Camden Riverfront Environmental Park
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- There's a new park in Camden that will give kayaks and canoes access to water, while allowing nature to flourish. Officials held a ribbon-cutting ceremony held at Camden Riverfront Environmental…
DHEC urges reservoir operators to check water levels
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is encouraging owners and operators of reservoirs to check their dams and safely lower water levels in preparation for the effects…
Emergency officials on stand-by as remnants of Hurricane Sally roll through Midlands
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- As the remnants of Hurricane Sally make their way towards the Midlands, emergency responders are getting ready in case there’s significant flooding. Over the years, the City of Columbia has…
Gov. McMaster signs COVID-19 Absentee Voting Bill
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Wednesday afternoon, Governor Henry McMaster signed the COVID-19 Absentee Voting Bill which allows all South Carolinians to vote by absentee ballot for the upcoming election. This comes a day after the…
City of Columbia prepares for effects from Tropical Storm Sally
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- With Tropical Storm Sally starting to affect the Midlands, emergency officials encourage citizens to prepare for flooded conditions. The National Weather Service predicts that the Midlands could see four to…
