Girls Block 2020 celebrates international 'Women's Day'
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- March is Women's month and what a better way to celebrate than to serenade their many accomplishments from the past, present and future than with a music and…
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Education reform bill moves one step closer to Governor's desk
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --A bill that would bring sweeping changes to education across the state is one step closer to the Governor’s desk. With a 41-4 vote, the Education Overhaul Bill is moving onto…
Going Purple: Alzheimer's Advocacy Day at the State House
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The State House went purple on Wednesday as part of South Carolina's Alzheimer's Advocacy Day. Governor Henry McMaster was joined by the Alzheimer's Association to give South Carolinians the opportunity…
Biden's win in S.C. gave him the momentum needed to succeed on Super Tuesday
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- The field of Democratic presidential candidates is dwindling, with both Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden winning big on Super Tuesday. A week ago, it didn't seem that Biden had enough…
SC DHEC monitoring patients for Coronavirus, No confirmed cases
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental control is monitoring the Coronavirus. North Carolina is now reporting one case of covid-19 and Georgia reported at least two cases. In…
Federal Aviation officials on scene of Tuesday plane crash
OCONEE, CO, GA (WOLO)--The Federal Aviation Administration is on the ground Wednesday at the scene of a plane crash. The FAA says 3 people are dead after a flight from Columbia to Tuscaloosa,…
Trip the light fantastic with stars and heroes
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)-Mark your calendars for March 28, as a list of local stars...business leaders, high profile personalities, and even Richland County Deputies all hit the dance floor for Epworth Children's Home.…
Two people wanted for Walmart armed robbery in Richland County
Richland County deputies have released surveillance video of an armed robbery at a Walmart on Killian Road.
Man wanted for shooting ex-girlfriend on Sharon Church Road
Lexington County deputies say a man is wanted for shooting his ex-girlfriend last month on Sharon Church Road.
S.C. Senators inching closer to a vote on education reform bill
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --Eight weeks have gone by, and lawmakers are still debating a bill that would change education across the state. However, some major strides were made in bringing the bill closer to…
Multiple fatalities reported after plane crashes in Georgia during flight from Columbia
OCONEE COUNTY, GA (WOLO) - Multiple fatalities have been reported in Georgia after a plane crashed during a flight from Columbia…
Update: 3-year-old seriously injured in shooting at Columbia apartment complex
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Columbia Police offers were on scene Tuesday night at the Colony Apartments. According to CPD, they are investigating a shooting at the Colony Apartments, off Bailey Street. Police…
Moms Demand Action volunteers hold annual advocacy day at State House
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- On Tuesday, dozens of South Carolina volunteers with Moms Demand Action and Everytown for Gun Safety met with legislators as part of an annual advocacy day. “We’re…
Alzheimer's Day at SC State House this week
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The Alzheimer's Association will host their annual SC State House Day Wednesday. The event will start with a press conference at the State House at 10:40 am. First Lady Peggy McMaster and…
SC Assistive Technology Expo showcasing latest advancements
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The 27th annual South Carolina Assistive Technology Expo is going on Tuesday at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. The Expo showcases the latest advancements in Assistive Technology and offers workshops to…
Bench stolen from graveside of a former Kershaw deputy & his son
Kershaw deputies say a bench was stolen from the gravesite of a former deputy & his son at at the Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery.
2nd man charged for New Year's day killing in Sumter County
Sumter County deputies say another man is charged for a homicide on New Year's Day. Officials say Anthony Bradley Junior is charged
No confirmed coronavirus cases in S.C. as of Monday; Governor tells people to "take it easy"
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --As the number of coronavirus cases continues to rise, public health officials are getting prepared in case someone comes down with the illness in South Carolina. As of Monday afternoon, South…
Coronavirus impacting the stock market, but investors shouldn't panic
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- The stock market opened higher Monday morning, after plummeting last week due to coronavirus fears. Michael Oana, a certified retirement counselor, said this isn't the first time a global…
Gas Prices down in the Midlands, could continue to dip say experts
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Gas prices are still dropping in South Carolina. According to GasBuddy, prices at the pump in Columbia have fallen 8.3 cents in the last week. Drivers in the Midlands…
SC Democratic Party says SC Presidential Primary drew record numbers
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Democratic Party says this year's Presidential Primary was record breaking. According to the South Carolina Democratic Party, 539,020 Democrats and Independents voted in the First in the South…
Richland Co. deputies investigating attempted abduction
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Richland County deputies are looking for someone they say tried to abduct a 14 year old girl. Investigators say last Wednesday night after 10pm the girl was walking her dog on Heron Glen Rd. in Northeast Richland…
Gas leak shuts down part of N. Main St.
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- A gas leak shut down part of North Main St. Monday afternoon. Columbia Police say a crew working near the intersection of N. Main St. and Cook St. hit the gas…
AP: Police: Death of suspect in custody under investigation
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) - The death of a person who died in police custody in South Carolina over the weekend is under investigation. News outlets report a suspect arrested after a domestic violence call became unresponsive Saturday while being…
Gov. McMaster leads Public health meeting on Coronavirus, there are no SC Cases
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- On Monday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster led a meeting with the Public Health Emergency Plan Committee to discuss how the state is preparing to combat any cases of Coronavirus in the state. DHEC says, as of…
