2 Gaston teens charged in Friday night fatal shooting
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) --- Two teens from Gaston are now in custody and charged in connection to a fatal shooting Friday night. According to a press release sent by the Lexington Co.…
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S.C. cities defy state on restrictions as virus cases rise
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) --- Leaders of several South Carolina cities on Saturday said they were defying Gov. Henry McMaster's opposition to stay-at-home orders and Attorney General Alan Wilson's opinion that only McMaster can issue such measures. The moves came as…
2 more COVID-19 deaths announced in SC, brings state's total to 15
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is announcing two more deaths due to COVID-19. Both were elderly patients with underlying health conditions. One was a resident of Richland County, the other was…
City of Columbia 'stay home' ordinance now in effect
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Starting Sunday Columbia residents are being asked to 'stay home and stay safe'. Thursday the Columbia City Council passed the stay home, stay safe ordinance. According to the measure, effective 12:01 a.m.…
SC Department of Health offers resources online for Coronavirus
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you are looking for a resource on the Coronavirus and updates on state cases, you can check out The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control website. The site is a resource for COVID-19. Below…
SCDC correctional officer tests positive for COVID-19
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A correctional officer at Broad River Correctional Institution has tested positive for the coronavirus, according to SCDC. Friday night, the Department of Corrections released a statement saying this is the first SCDC employee who has tested…
Planting seeds of hope during the coronoavirus outbreak
Columbia,SC (WOLO) -- Planting seeds for a better future. Friday morning Mayor Steve Benjamin and other city leaders planted wildflower seeds at the intersection of Main Street and Elmwood Avenue. City leaders say when…
Third suspect arrested for murder in deadly "ambush robbery" of teenager
UPDATE: HOLLY HILL, SC (WOLO) - Cheron Williams, 21, became the third person charged with murder on Friday in connection with the death of an 18-year-old Holly Hill man. ______________ ORIGINAL STORY: HOLLY HILL, SC (WOLO) - Two men have…
DHEC: four more deaths in SC, 86 additional cases of coronavirus
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Friday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced four additional deaths related to coronavirus. DHEC says this brings the state’s total number of deaths to 13. DHEC also announced it…
SC Governor ordering visitors from designated COVID-19 hot spots to quarantine when entering SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Friday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster announced an Executive Order: "I have ordered that all visitors coming to South Carolina from the COVID-19 hotspots of New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, or…
SC DMV: REAL ID deadline extended amid coronavirus pandemic
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you have not yet applied for the REAL ID, you now have more time. The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles announced that the Department of Homeland Security would extend the enforcement date of the Federal REAL…
Lexington School District Two's free food pickup schedule
Lexington School District Two is adjusting its free breakfast/lunch pickups and bus deliveries on Monday, March 30.
Columbia's garbage collectors release new rules during the pandemic
The City of Columbia's garbage collectors have released new rules for taking out trash during the outbreak.
Lexington man accused of operating chop shop arrested
Lexington County Sheriff's Department has arrested a man accused of operating a chop shop near Pelion on Monday.
Columbia Housing helps residents with COVID-19 related income loss
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --Columbia Housing is taking steps to help its residents who have lost jobs or income due to the spread of COVID-19. According to a spokesperson for the agency, if…
Prisma Health suspends COVID-19 related patient payments
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Prisma Health announces changes to statements and billing during the COVID-19 global pandemic. Prisma Health officials have suspended all COVID-19 related patient payments. A spokesperson…
How long can coronavirus last on various surfaces?
(CNN) - By now you know the coronavirus can survive on surfaces, but do you know for how long? The video above sheds light on that very question.
The US now has more cases of coronavirus than any country in the world
(CNN) - The United States now has the most coronavirus cases of any country in the world with more than 82,000 cases.…
Columbia Housing set to temporarily close at end of month
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Columbia Housing tells ABC Columbia News they will temporarily close their doors to act in with the City of Columbia’s 'Stay at Home' order put in place Thursday March…
2 arrested in deadly shooting after "ambush robbery" in Orangeburg County
HOLLY HILL, SC (WOLO) - Two men have been arrested for a deadly shooting that happened just outside of Holly Hill Monday morning. Raynard Gardner, Jr., 21, and Daniel Bell, 24, both of Holly Hill, face a murder charge…
City of Columbia passes 'Stay Home, Stay Safe Ordinance'
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Starting Sunday Columbia residents are being asked to 'stay home and stay safe'. Thursday the Columbia City Council passed the stay home, stay safe ordinance. According to the measure, effective 12:01 a.m.…
Joann Fabrics working to combat mask shortage with 'mask kits'
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Joann Fabrics nationwide are helping to fight the mask shortage for health care workers with a take-home mask kit. “Thank you. Thank you from the bottom of my…
DHEC announces two more deaths related to COVID-19, 32 additional cases
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- On Thursday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced two additional deaths related to coronavirus. DHEC say this brings the state’s total number of deaths to nine. DHEC…
SC Governor Henry McMaster: I have great faith in the people of our state
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Thursday South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster addressed the state with a Coronavirus update. McMaster says at this time, there is no 'shelter in place'. The Governor went on to say, if…
City of Columbia closing parks until further notice
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Parks in the City of Columbia will be closed until further notice. On Thursday the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department announced they will close park facilities until further notice to protect citizens and minimize opportunities…
