DHEC: 967 news cases of Coronavirus, 52 additional deaths in SC
DHEC: 967 news cases of Coronavirus, 52 additional deaths in SC.
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Black and white tegu lizard spotted in Midlands
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Leaping lizards! An unusual animal has been spotted in the Midlands. Say hello to the black and white tegu lizard. Officials with the Department of Natural Resources say one was…
SC First Steps receives federal grant
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Early childhood education is getting a boost in South Carolina. Friday the Department of Social Services announced a $1.2 million federal grant for SC First Steps to improve quality in licensed child care centers that participate in the…
Suspect wanted in Rembert shooting
Sumter, Co. S.C. (WOLO)-- Deputies in Sumter Co. are searching for a suspect in a July shooting. Investigators say on July 20th Sean Gilyard fired shots into a blue Ford Fusion at the intersection…
Suspect charged with attempted murder in shooting that injured deputies
Lexington Co, S.C. (WOLO)--The man accused of shooting two Lexington Co. deputies is now charged with attempted murder. Investigators with SLED say Albertus Lewis was charged following the August 9th incident. Deputies responded to the Woodland Village apartments after a…
Lumber prices rise to record high due to increase in demand during pandemic
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Several people have taken up home improvements during the pandemic, something that has greatly helped the lumber industry. The South Carolina Forestry Commission says the price of lumber has increased to…
Gov. McMaster requests DHEC lift restrictions to allow nursing home visitations
Gov. McMaster requests DHEC lift restrictions to allow nursing home visitations.
One person killed in deadly shooting in Richland County
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - One person was declared dead at the scene of a shooting Thursday night. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department announced its homicide investigation in the 100 block of Willow Oak Drive. It happened around 8:30 p.m. and…
"Lottery Lawyer" indicted, accused of stealing millions from $1.5 billion winner
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP, CNN) - Federal authorities say a New York attorney who represented a South Carolina woman who cashed in on a $1.5 billion ticket has been indicted on charges he stole tens of millions from the winnings he…
Mayoral candidate admits to staging assault, kidnapping for publicity, votes
Sumter,SC (WOLO) ---- A Sumter Mayoral candidate along with an male acquaintance face several charges after police say she staged a assault and kidnapping .Police say Belcher made the entire story up…
RCSD searches for man accused of firing 55 rounds in busy neighborhood
Richland Co, SC (WOLO) --- The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is hoping you can help them locate 27 year old Isaac Deshaun Watson they say is wanted for Attempted Murder. Authorities say the charge…
Students support new UofSC campus safety measures as new semester begins
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The University of South Carolina had its first day of classes Thursday, but it had a different feeling than most starts to a school year. With the semester…
Local nonprofit receives new pavilion to help homeless families with children
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- There's now a new outdoor pavilion to help families at 'Homeless No More of Columbia,' a local nonprofit that helps homeless families stay together and become self-sufficient. The pavilion…
896 new cases of COVID 19 reported in SC
South Carolina continues to post fewer new cases of COVID 19 along with a lower positivity rate. Thurseday afternoon DHEC announced 896 new cases of the virus with 26 additional deaths. Officials say of the…
SC Supreme Court to hear CARES Act funding lawsuit
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The State Supreme Court will hear arguments over Governor Henry's McMaster's decision to spend $32 million of federal coronavirus relief funds on grants for private school tuition. The justices will hear opening on arguments September 18th. This comes…
Cayce issues new mask ordinance
Cayce, S.C. (WOLO)--The City of Cayce has extended its mask ordinance. Members of the city council voted to extend the law at their meeting Wednesday night. The initial mandate was issued on July 7th. The only difference is this includes…
MarShawn Lloyd to miss 2020 season
Gamecock freshman running back MarShawn Lloyd will miss the entire 2020 season after suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left knee during Wednesday's practice
City of Columbia, DHEC continue free COVID 19 testing
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The City of Columbia and DHEC are continuing their partnership offering free COVID-19 testing. The testing will take place Friday and Saturday at the old Pardon and Parole building at 2204 Lee St. Testing will also be held…
One driver seriously injured after multi-vehicle collision on I-20 west
South Carolina Highway Patrol says one driver is suffering a life-threatening injury after a multi-vehicle collision on I-20 west.
Man wanted for shooting and paralyzing driver in Sumter
Sumter Police need your help to find a suspect accused of shooting a man in May, in an attempted armed robbery, leaving him paralyzed.
Suspicious structure fire in Winnsboro under investigation
Fairfield County deputies are investigating a suspicious structure fire on Fourth Street in Winnsboro last week.
Seniors, Meals, and Mask initiative underway
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --- Starting today, Wednesday August 19, Senior Meals and Masks initiatives begin. Senior Resources and Columbia Housing Authority will kick off a community provide not only meals, but also deliver masks to 323 senior citizen every week.…
Owner, Founder of 'Halls Chophouse' dies
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The owner and founder of the popular steak restaurant, 'Halls Chophouse' has passed away according to those close to the family. The business posted a…
Nearly 800 children in DSS custody remain unaccounted for
COLUMBIA, SC (WCIV) — A report Wednesday to South Carolina lawmakers reveals 780 children across the state remain unaccounted for since March, when schools shut down in-person instruction and sent students home in…
Sumter searches for man accused of Attempted Murder, Arson, Harassment
Sumter,SC (WOLO) --Sumter County Sheriff's Office is hoping you can help them locate Henry Taylor Jr. after authorities say he set a home on fire with someone inside. According to deputies,…
