Columbia Kroger manager fired after being accused of calling an employee a racial slur
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A grocery store manager in northeast Richland County has been fired for using a racial slur. People gathered…
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Three more people charged with burglary, looting following protests
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) --More arrests have been made for looting that took place throughout Richland County following peaceful protests two weeks ago. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says three people were arrested…
DHEC announces 770 new cases of COVID-19
Columbia, S.C (WOLO)--The number of coronavirus cases in South Carolina continues to balloon. Friday DHEC announced another record breaking number of cases of COVID-19, 770. The agency also announced five additional deaths. According to numbers compiled by NPR South Carolina…
Governor McMaster lifts restrictions on bowling alleys, retail
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - On Friday, Governor Henry McMaster issued an executive order declaring a new state of emergency. The order also allows bowling alleys to open and lifts restrictions on the occupancy of…
Clemson changes name of honors college
Clemson, S.C. (WOLO)--Friday The Clemson University Board of Trustees approved changing the name of the university’s honors college to the Clemson University Honors College, effective immediately. The honors college was previously named for John C. Calhoun. Calhoun was a prominent…
Funeral plans for Lee County Sgt. who died from COVID-19
Funeral plans are made for a fallen Lee County Sheriff's Office Sergeant who officials say died from the coronavirus.
Man accused of fatal shooting in Camden is arrested
Kershaw County deputies say they've arrested a man accused of a fatal shooting on First Street in Camden Thursday.
Sen. Tim Scott on removal of Confederate names, monuments
(CNN) -- South Carolina Senator Tim Scott, who is currently writing the GOP's Senate proposal for police reform was asked his opinion on removing Confederate names and monuments. Here's a look at what…
Voters, poll workers voice frustrations at Richland County election meeting
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) --Several frustrated poll workers and voters made their voices heard at a meeting of Richland County's Board of Voter Registration and Elections Thursday morning. People complained about long…
"AccelerateED" task force discusses how to return to school in the Fall
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Educators discussed recommendations that would make it safe for schools to reopen in the fall. Members of the AccelerateED Task Force talked about different schedule models, staggering arrival…
Rutherford defeats Richland Co. Coroner incumbent Watts
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Richland Co. will soon have a new coroner. Naida Rutherford defeated incumbent Gary Watts in Tuesday's Democratic primary. “I’m really just excited to use my voice and my platform…
Coronavirus cases spike, DHEC : 687 new cases
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control Thursday announced 687 new cases of the coronavirus and 13 additional deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number of people confirmed to have COVID-19 in South Carolina…
Tractor-trailer fatally hits pedestrian on US-76 Bypass in Sumter
South Carolina Highway Patrol says a pedestrian is dead after being hit by a tractor-trailer on US Highway 76 Bypass.
A&E's LIVE PD cancelled; show featured RCSD since beginning
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The hit show "LIVE PD" has been cancelled by A&E, a hit reality television show that follows law enforcement officers live. A spokesperson confirmed the decision to ABC Columbia in a statement Wednesday night: “This is…
Suspects accused of pulling gun on pizza worker over forgotten soda
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --- The Richland County Sheriff's Department is hoping you can help them locate a man and a woman they say came into the Pizza Hit in the 6 thousand block…
Man accused of shooting into ex-girlfriend's home, stalking, shooting at new friend
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) --- The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office says a 26 year old man is accused of shooting into his ex girlfriend's home. According to authorities, Jeremy Thomas has been charged with shooting into…
State Election Commission to step in and help Richland County in June 23 run-offs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --After complaints over how Tuesday’s primary was handled in Richland County, the State Election Commission announced they will be stepping in to help with the June 23 run-offs, but some…
Impact of coronavirus pandemic on cancer patients
West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- It can be tough to navigate the coronavirus pandemic, and it can be even tougher if you're a cancer patient and undergoing treatments. David West lives in West…
NASCAR bans Confederate flag from its races and properties
NASCAR has banned the Confederate flag from its races and properties.
DHEC: 7 additional deaths, 528 new cases of COVID-19 in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control on Wednesday announced 528 new cases of the coronavirus and 7 additional deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number of people…
McMaster to hold briefing on Coronavirus cases in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster will brief the public on the state's response to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus Wednesday. Mcmaster will be joined by state public health officials June 10, at 4:00 PM. Count on ABC Columbia…
SC State announces start date for fall semester
Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO)-- Students at South Carolina State university now know when classes will resume. University President James Clark announced Wednesday that the fall semester at SC State will begin on August 10th. Clark says the administration is implementing a…
Inmate caught after escaping following a visit at a Newberry hospital
NEWBERRY COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - Newberry County deputies say they caught an inmate that escaped after being treated at a hospital this week. Authorities say William Koon was being treated at the…
Former Gamecock Moe Brown wins Dem nomination for SC's 5th Congressional District
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO, AP) - Former University of South Carolina wide receiver Moe Brown won the Democratic nomination in the 5th District. According to the SC Election Commission, with about 27,000 votes counted, Brown had 67% of the votes over…
US Rep. Joe Wilson defeats lone challenger to secure republican nominee for SC's 2nd District
COLUMBIA, SC (AP) - Republicans in South Carolina's 2nd District again picked U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson to be their nominee. Click here to see election night results from the South Carolina Election Commission. Wilson on Tuesday defeated Michael Bishop, mayor…
