Brother of slain Sumter Co. deputy speaks during funeral services
Sumter, SC (WOLO) -- It was a somber Sunday, as members of the Sumter community came together to honor the life of a fallen officer killed in the line of duty last week. Corporal…
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Governor orders flags at half staff in honor of fallen Sumter Deputy
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Governor Henry McMaster has ordered flags on all state buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, March 1, 2020, in tribute to Deputy Andrew Gillette. Gillete, a Corporal with the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office,…
Funeral for fallen Sumter Deputy Sunday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--A local organization is raising money to support the wife and son of a fallen Sumter County Deputy. Serve and Connect had raised more than $35,000 as of Friday…
Joe Biden to SC: Thank you!
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In a tweet shortly after he was declared the Projected Winner, the former Vice President thanked the Palmetto State. Joe Biden Twitter: 'Thank you, South Carolina! To all those who have been knocked down, counted out, and…
Vote 2020: SC Democratic Presidential Primary Results
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It was a huge win, and the first primary win, for Former Vice President Joe Biden Saturday Night. It was clear from the moment the polls closed that Biden would walk…
Joe Biden on Primary win: "South Carolina you brought me back"
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Former Vice President Joe Biden winning by a large majority in South Carolina's Presidential Primary. The results unofficial. Biden really needed South Carolina to revive his campaign and he made…
Bernie Sanders second in SC Presidential Primary, SC supporters still behind him
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders finished a distant second Saturday night with just under 19 percent of the vote in South Carolina's Presidential primary. The state director for Sanders's campaign says their…
VOTE 2020: Former VP Joe Biden projected winner of SC Presidential Primary
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Former Vice President Joe Biden is the projected winner of the South Carolina Democratic Presidential Primary. South Carolina's First in the South Primary was heralded as a…
SC Republican Party reacts to Democratic Presidential Primary Results
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Republican Party is reacting to the predicted win of Former Vice President Joe Biden in the Democratic Presidential Primary. Chairman Drew McKissick released the following statement : “The real winner of the South Carolina…
Biden is thanking South Carolina voters after his victory in Democratic presidential primary: AP
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP)-- Former Vice President Joe Biden is thanking South Carolina voters after his victory in the state's Democratic presidential primary. Biden tweeted Saturday night shortly after the polls closed: ``Thank you, South Carolina!'' He says, ``To all those…
Biden projected as winner of SC Democratic Presidential Primary
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Former Vice President Joe Biden is the projected winner of the South Carolina Democratic Presidential Primary. The polls have just closed in the Palmetto state and we are waiting for some of those results to come…
Primary 2020: Warren, Steyer make last pitch to voters before polls close Saturday
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- As voters made their way out to the polls to take part in the South Carolina Democratic Presidential Primary, several candidates spoke to prospective voters and encouraged them to…
SC Presidential Primary: Polls open until 7pm
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Polls are open until 7pm tonight for voters heading to cast their ballot in the South Carolina Democratic Presidential Primary. According to the SC Election Commission, anyone in line at 7:00 p.m. will be allowed to vote. Election…
Does social media impact the way college students casts votes in the primary?
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --With voters trying to make up their mind for the Democratic Presidential primary, some choose their candidate based on what they see at their fingertips, say analysts. Several students at…
Governor McMaster to lead Public health Committee meeting to discuss Coronavirus
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Governor Henry McMaster is scheduled to lead a meeting, on Monday, to discuss the Coronavirus. According to officials, Mcmaster will head the S.C. Public Health Emergency Plan Committee to discuss the state’s preparedness for the potential impact…
A look at how the African American Vote could shape the SC Presidential Primary
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --During the South Carolina Democratic Presidential Primary, one group that could make a difference at the polls Saturday are African American voters. As candidates continue to travel…
Vote 2020: What you need to take to the polls to vote in the SC Presidential Primary
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- As voters head to the polls, many may be asking what types of information do they need to bring with them to vote in the Presidential Primary. The South Carolina Election commission has put together at FAQ…
Vote 2020: How to check your polling place for the SC Presidential Primary
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Voters are heading to the polls Saturday for the South Carolina Democratic Presidential Primary. Polls are open from 7am to 7pm. According to the SC Election Commission, anyone in line at 7:00 p.m. will be allowed to…
Vote 2020: SC Presidential Primary Day General Questions
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- As voters head to the Polls Saturday for the South Carolina Democratic Presidential Primary, there may be some questions about polling places, and even questions about who can vote. Many voters are wondering who can cast a…
President Trump holds rally in SC ahead of Democratic Primary
North Charleston, SC (WCIV) --- President Donald Trump made a stop in South Carolina. Trump held a keep America great again rally in North Charleston As Dean Stephens reports,…
Sanders, Steyer and Buttigieg rally voters the night before S.C.'s Democratic primary
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- With just one day until polls open for the Democratic presidential primary, three candidates are making a last chance effort to gain support. Bernie Sanders, Tom Steyer and…
COMET offers free rides to the polls for Democratic primary
Richland/Lexington, SC (WOLO)---The COMET wants to make sure you can cast your ballot in the South Carolina Democratic primary Saturday February 29th, without having to worry about finding a way to get there.…
Former SCANA executives face lawsuit over V-C Summer Nuclear plant
Columbia, SC (AP) ---Two of SCANA's former top executives, and SCE&G now known as Dominion Energy have been charged by the Securities and Exchange Commission of defrauding investors. The Securities and Exchange Commission accuses…
Sheriff: Attempted murder suspects beat victim after argument over a trailer and $30
ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) - Two people in Orangeburg County have been arrested for attempted murder after an attack of a Springfield man. According to the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office, the victim was punched and beaten with a roofing tool after…
Black Vote Matters Bus criss crossing SC for Presidential Primary
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) ---The Black Voters Matter bus will be in the Charleston area on Saturday. The bus has been criss crossing South Carolina, encouraging people to get out and vote in the…
