Local Living: Saluda Shoals Park, plus Hootie & The Blowfish
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- We have a lot going on in the Midlands this week. So grab your calendar and let's take a look at Local Living here in the Midlands. First up, if you're…
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Police investigating after video shows officer punch man
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Columbia Police Department is responding after video surfaced on social media. The cell phone footage shows a person being arrested by a CPD officer. In the video the officer appears to punch the suspect several times…
One arrested after two bodies were found in a burned vehicle in June
Orangeburg County deputies say they've arrested a man connected to the deaths of two men after they were found in a burned vehicle in June.
Man and woman arrested on drug, weapon charges
LEXINGTON, S.C. – A narcotics operation last month netted two arrests, which prompted agents to search a home and a storage unit in Lexington. Richard Eugene Ford, 60, and, Cynthia Rooks, 51, are charged with trafficking meth and possessing a…
Man arrested after barricade situation in Newberry
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office have arrested a man after he barricaded himself inside a home with a gun on Sunday.
South Carolina and Nevada GOP cancel 2020 presidential nominating contests
Republican officials in South Carolina and Nevada voted Saturday to cancel their nominating contests in 2020, prompting President Donald Trump's long-shot primary opponents to rail against the stunning but not unprecedented move. The votes, which come as Kansas and Arizona…
Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford to challenge Trump in primary
COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Mark Sanford, the former South Carolina governor and congressman, has decided to launch a longshot Republican challenge to President Donald Trump. "I am here to tell you now that I am going to get in," Sanford said…
Two dead after shooting at convenience store in Sumter
SUMTER, SC (WOLO)- Two men are dead after a shooting at a Sumter County convenience store on Sunday morning. The shooting happened around 1:30am at the Hop In convenience store on Broad street. The victims have been identified as Gregory…
Mark Sanford enters 2020 presidential race
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) -- Former SC Governor and US Representative Mark Sanford announced via Twitter Sunday that he will challenge President Donald Trump for the Republican nomination in the 2020 presidential election. In his tweet, Sanford writes, "I am compelled…
Two killed, at least three wounded in Sumter shooting
Sumter, SC (WOLO)-- Sumter Police is investigating after two people were killed and at least three others wounded in a late night shooting at a Broad Street convenience store. According to Police, officers responded to a shooting call at the…
No. 1 Clemson, Lawrence dominate 12th-ranked Aggies 24-10
Trevor Lawrence threw for one touchdown and ran for another and No. 1 Clemson won its record-tying 17th straight game with a dominating 24-10 victory over No. 12 Texas A&M on Saturday.
Freshman Hilinski's debut leads South Carolina to 72-10 win
Freshman quarterback Ryan Hilinski completed 24 of 30 passes for 282 yards and two touchdowns in his first start for South Carolina, leading the Gamecocks to a 72-10 win over Charleston Southern on Saturday.
Longs Pond Rd Westbound ramp detour planned for Sept. 12
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) -- If you drive near 1 20 in Lexington be aware of a detour. According to SC DOT, the Longs Pond Road Westbound On Ramp (Exit 51) will be closed on Thursday night, September 12 for ramp…
Gamecock Saturday Night on ABC Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- College football season is here and ABC Columbia is your place to follow all the action. Gamecock Saturday Night, ABC Columbia‘s college football show, airs tonight after College Football on ABC. Mike Gillespie and Cameron Gaskins will…
SC National Guard prepares for Hurricane Dorian response efforts
In the wake of Hurricane Dorian, several members of the South Carolina National Guard are heading down to the coast to help those impacted by the storm.
Deputies: Lexington man reported missing found, accused of killing girlfriend
A Lexington man who was reported missing has been located and charged with murder in the fatal shooting of his girlfriend, according to Lexington County Sheriff's Department.
McMaster, Hall head to coast as damage assessments continue across S.C.
State officials continue to work following Hurricane Dorian, lifting the evacuation order and allowing people to return home.
Update: Victim of fatal shooting on Patterson Road identified
Richland County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a fatal shooting on Patterson Road on September 6.
Florida's Governor extends aid to SC after Hurricane Dorian
(CNN) --- While Florida escaped the worst of the storm today Florida's Governor said the state is ready to assist South Carolina if asked. Florida Governor Ron Desantis held a briefing this…
Downed power lines cause sparks as Hurricane Dorian blows through the Coast
(CNN) --- The worst is behind us, but Hurricane Dorian made its mark here in South Carolina. downed power lines and flooding took over the streets of Charleston early Thursday morning. Now crews…
SUV abandoned on beach in the middle of Hurricane Dorian
It will likely be the image most people remember from Hurricane Dorian.
Majority of Midlands schools return to class Friday
Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---- A lot of parents in the Midlands are probably asking the same question, will my child's school be in tomorrow? Chances are the answer is yes. At least…
Thousands lose power across the state as a result of Hurricane Dorian
MANNING, S.C. (WOLO) --Some people living in Clarendon and Sumter Counties are without power due to the heavy wind and rain. Clarendon County had some reports of down power lines, trees on the…
