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2 recent Columbia fatal shootings deemed self-defense

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- According to a press release from the Columbia Police Department, two recent fatal shootings have been deemed as self-defense by the Fifth Circuit Solicitor's…

S.C. likely to set record for mailed absentee ballots

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's decision to allow absentee voting by mail for anyone in next month's primaries because of the coronavirus could mean a long night waiting for…

DHEC: 248 new COVID cases, 6 additional deaths

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- In a press release sent Saturday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced 248 new cases of COVID-19 and six additional deaths. This brings the total number of people confirmed to have COVID-19…

Ray Tanner reacts to student athletes being allowed back on campus

COLUMBIA, S.C. -- The first step in the road to college football this fall has officially been announced. This week, the Southeastern Conference said…

Lower Richland recognizes their graduating seniors

Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Lower Richland High School took time to celebrate its seniors Friday. The school held a drive through event where seniors received gifts donated by the schools alumni. The goodies…

SC Reverend loses five family members to coronavirus

Florence, SC (ABC) ---A Florence county man say the past two and a half months have been like a bad dream. and he's wishing someone would wake him up.…

Midlands doctor encourages social distancing during Memorial Day weekend activities

LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) --If you’re planning on hitting the beach or having a cookout this weekend, doctors remind you to be mindful of social distancing guidelines. As some people debate whether or…

SC nearing 10K cases of COVID-19

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Friday afternoon DHEC announced 245 additional cases of COVID 19 and 3 more deaths. That brings the total number of cases in the state to 9,638 and those who have died to 419. According to a press…

SC's unemployment rate jumps to 12.1%

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- South Carolina's unemployment rate continues to spike as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the Department of Employment and Workforce, April's unemployment rate for South Carolina was 12.1%. A steep incline from March's 3.2%. According…

Richland One's Memorial Day Meal Distribution Plan

Since Richland One will be closed on Monday, May 25 to observe Memorial Day, meals (for the week of May 25) will be distributed..

Church leaders debate whether they should reopen amidst pandemic

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --As the state slowly starts to reopen, churches across South Carolina are grappling with the idea of reopening their doors. Some have already had services in front of smaller crowds of worshippers…

Columbia Police investigating deadly shooting on Lorick Circle

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - One person was killed after a shooting Thursday night in Columbia. The shooting happened at 100 Lorick Circle. This is at or near the Latimer Manor Apartments. CPD officers responded and found a male with an…

Orangeburg woman arrested for murder after deadly shooting during domestic dispute

ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) - An Orangeburg woman has been arrested for murder after a domestic dispute escalated into a fatal shooting Wednesday. The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office arrested Shantell Corley, 33, who is…

Columbia Parks & Rec reopen with safety requirements in place

Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The City of Columbia's Parks and Recreation Department announced plans to reopen area parks and amenities but in 5 phases that will run throughout the summer…

DHEC: 199 new coronavirus cases, 9 deaths reported

Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announces the latest numbers of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in the state. As of today, Thursday May 21, 199 new cases of coronavirus have been reported, while 9…

Local leaders calling for the expansion of broadband to rural, remote areas

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --As some South Carolinians try to get their lives back on track, some are saying now is the perfect time to expand broadband access, especially in rural areas. With thousands of South…

Sheriff: Three murder suspects awaiting trial attempt escape

Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO)-- Orangeburg Sheriff Leroy Ravenell says three men awaiting trial for murder tried to escape from jail. Deputies say Curtis Green, 22, is charged with escape while Leroy Bowers, 36, and Steve…

Funeral held for the unclaimed in Richland Co.

Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- A somber occasion Thursday morning in Richland Co. Coroner Gary Watts held a funeral for 24 unclaimed people. The burial took place at the Richland County Cemetery which is…

Go Fund Me set up for surviving daughters of shooting victim

St. Matthews, S.C. (WOLO)--A GoFundMe account has been set up in memory of a Calhoun Co. woman and her two daughters. Calhoun Co. deputies say Shanta Singleton and daughters Essence and Trevay were killed…

Fort Jackson says it has more COVID 19 recoveries than active cases

Ft. Jackson, S.C. (WOLO)-- They're turning the corner in the fight against COVID-19 at Fort Jackson. According to a base spokesperson, Fort Jackson has more people that have recovered from the virus than those still coping with it. In addition,…

SC Housing, Non-profit offering rental assistance program

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--There is a new program in place to help South Carolinians struggling to pay the rent during the pandemic. SC Thrive, a non-profit that helps those in need in our state gain access to resources, announced a rental…

SC unemployment claims continue to fall

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The number of initial unemployment claims in South Carolina continues to fall. This morning the Department of Employment and Workforce announced for the week of May 10th through the 16th more than 29,000 people filed for unemployment. That…