MLK walk at University of South Carolina Sumter today
Sumter police say they're preparing a route for a walk at University of South Carolina Sumter to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Troopers investigate fatal hit and run on I-77 South at mile marker 12
South Carolina Highway Patrol says they're investigating a fatal hit and run on I-77 South over the weekend.
Man killed from shots outside home in small SC city
NEWBERRY, S.C. (AP) - Authorities say a man was killed in what appeared to be a shooting from a street into a home in a small South Carolina city. Newberry County deputies said the victim was dropped off Saturday night…
SC Gov. McMaster gets ready for State of the State speech
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster is set to give his State of the State speech on Wednesday. The speech will be the governor's outline of his goals for 2020. McMaster gave some hints about his priorities…
Yes, it appears another Jeep is stuck along Myrtle Beach
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Jeep's and the sands of Myrtle Beach do not seem to go well together after now another SUV appears to be stuck on the beach. A viewer shared the photo below with ABC 15's Ed Piotrowski…
Buttigieg shifts plans, will attend King holiday event in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg, who has been criticized for his slow outreach to black and other minority voters, has rearranged his schedule to make room for events in early-voting South Carolina that honor Martin Luther…
SC Forestry Commission looking for stolen firefighting bulldozer and transport
KERSHAW COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The South Carolina Forestry Commission is asking for help finding two of its emergency vehicles that were stolen overnight. According to the Forestry Commission, a firefighting bulldozer and transport were stolen near Wildwood Lane and Wateree…
SC officer released from hospital after cruiser is struck, DUI arrest made
GEORGETOWN, S.C. (WCIV) — A Georgetown police officer is recovering after being involved in a crash on Friday night. According to officials, Sergeant Scott Scogin was in his police cruiser while he was helping a disabled motorist. The cruiser was then hit…
Mayor Benjamin to deliver State of the City
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin is set to outline his plans for the new year in his annual State of the City Address. The address will be held on Wednesday, January 29, 2020. The public is invited to…
Annual 'King Day at the Dome' brings Democratic presidential candidates in droves
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Monday thousands will converge on the State house grounds for the annual 'King Day at the Dome' ceremony. The event begins with a prayer service…
Happy Birthday! Manning man set to celebrate 102nd birthday
MANNING, S.C. (WOLO) --The oldest man in Manning is set to celebrate a milestone birthday. Willie Spann, who was born in nearby Paxville on January 20, 1918, will turn 102…
Calling all Detectives! Sherlock Holmes Exhibit debuts at SC State Museum
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The South Carolina State Museum is unveiling the secrets of one of the most revolutionary fictional detectives in history this weekend. On Saturday, January 18 'The International Exhibition of Sherlock…
Several Democratic Presidential Candidates set to speak at King Day at Dome in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- On Monday, hundreds are expected to gather on the steps of the South Carolina State House for the annual event to honor MLK Day. King Day at the Dome…
Legendary cartoonist, who's behind many childhood favorites, stops by West Columbia
West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- If you recognize the artwork of the Flintstones, the Rugrats or the Smurfs; you've seen the work of Ron Campbell. This weekend, the legendary cartoonist is in…
Surveillance video released of tornado striking high school
Kershaw Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Friday afternoon Kershaw Co. School District released surveillance video taken throughout the school of the EF2 tornado that tore through north central high school late Saturday night. No one was hurt. District officials tell us however…
Gang member sentenced to 35 years in prison for fatally shooting mother of three: Solicitor
A Lexington County jury found a 25-year-old "validated gang member" guilty of murder and possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime on Thursday, officials say.
MLK Commemorative Breakfast held at USC
MLK Commemorative Breakfast held at USC
Company plans to expand operations bringing 25 new jobs to South Carolina
Greenville, SC (WOLO) --- A independent bottler retailer and A brands in Europe and North America is expanding their operations and bringing 25 new jobs along with it this Spring. Governor Henry McMaster made…
Coroner identifies the body of a man that was found in Kershaw County
We now know the identity of a man found shot and killed in Kershaw County.The coroner's office says it was 55 year old Thomas Keitt Junior
Relay for life 2020 is officially underway
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- the 2020 relay for life season is officially under way. Thursday, The American Cancer Society held it's kick off event at Stonebridge Gardens. The organization met with vendors,…
Fourth teen charged in Dingle street shooting
Sumter, SC (WOLO) --A fourth teen has been taken into custody in connection with a deadly shooting that took place on Dingle Street back in September. The Sumter County Sheriff's Department tells ABC Columbia News, the 16 year old ,…
Drug investigation lands Lexington teen behind bars
Lexington, SC (WOLO) -- Lexington police say a month long drug investigation has led to the arrest of 18 year old Arden Blaize Breazeale, accused of selling drugs to an undercover informant…
Training at Criminal Justice Academy looks to combat rise in officer-involved shootings
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --With officer-involved shootings on the rise across the state, the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy is equipping students with the skills to de-escalate situations involving active shooters. According to the…
Columbia Housing Director: Demolition of Allen Benedict Court buildings should start by April
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The Executive Director of Columbia Housing says buildings on the Allen Benedict Court site could be demolished within the next few months. Ivory Mathews says the demolition date will be determined once they get the results…
Midwives in S.C. rally for equal hospital access for their mothers
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Midwives in South Carolina are hoping legislators adopt a new bill that would give their mothers equal hospital access, should something go wrong with their home delivery.…
