COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman approved reopening plans for several districts, including some districts in the Midlands. On Thursday, Spearman approved twenty five school district reopening plans, that had been submitted to the State department of Education.…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Fewer people are filing for unemployment in South Carolina. According to the Department of Employment and Workforce, last week 12,194 people filed their initial claim for unemployment insurance in the state. That's down 2,152 from the previous week.…
Lexington County deputies have arrested one suspect and looking for another in a drive-by shooting at a bar in Swansea on July 5.
Columbia Police have released surveillance images of a man accused of a robbery at the El Cheapo gas station this month.
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- A popular chain of fitness centers is now requiring everyone to wear a mask. Starting next month, Planet Fitness says it will require face covering at all of its locations.…
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WOLO) -- A judge heard arguments and testimony concerning Gov. Henry McMaster (R-SC)’s plan to give millions of dollars worth of scholarships for low-income students to attend private schools this fall. However,…
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - Flood waters on Interstate 26 has shut down westbound traffic in Lexington County. 🎴FLOODING on I-26 WB in Lexington has diverted traffic. Drivers have to exit 115. pic.twitter.com/QMqEghkbAI— Josh Berry (@_joshberry) July 30, 2020 According to…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Columbia Police are investigating an accident that killed a pedestrian Wednesday night. The fatal collision happened at Interstate 20 and Clemson Road shortly before 9:30 p.m. According to CPD, the Richland County Coroner’s Officer is assisting…
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The Richland County Sheriff's Department is hoping you can help them locate a man accused of a burglary they say took place back in April. According to deputies, 38 year…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Gov. Henry McMaster is issuing another executive order in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It's aimed at slowing the spread in the state. As of Monday, Aug. 3, entertainment like venues can reopen with restrictions. “Festivals,…
Columbia,SC (WOLO) ---- The Richland One Calendar Committee wants to hear your thoughts on the calendar for the upcoming school year. Last week, the Board of School Commissioners approved plans to push back the initial scheduled…
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WOLO) --The U.S. House of Representatives passed a sweeping rideshare safety bill in honor of Samantha Josephson, a University of South Carolina student who tragically lost her life in March…
The ACC Board of Directors announced that if public health guidance allows, all seven ACC sponsored fall sports will begin competition during the week of Sept. 7-12.
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--South Carolina is receiving more than $15 million in additional CARES Act funds. Wednesday State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced South Carolina as a recipient of the $15,049,608 Rethink K-12 Education Models Grant from the US Dept.…
Boeing is reporting a $2.4 billion loss for the second quarter due to the grounding of its 737 Max jet and the coronavirus pandemic, which is expected to depress airline travel even longer than previously expected.
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Wednesday morning the South Carolina State Fair announced this year's fair will be a drive-through event. Fair General Manager Nancy Smith says on October 20-21st. According to Smith, admission will be free for guests to drive through the…
Orangeburg County deputies have arrested a man accused of a fatal shooting at a basketball court last week.Authorities say...
Lexington County School District One is giving out free breakfast and lunch today in their summer food service program.
Sumter County deputies need your help finding the driver and the vehicle involved in a shooting incident in Rembert on July 20.
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Benedict College is gearing up for their 150th commencement celebration, albeit virtual for family and friends because of the ongoing global coronavirus pandemic, students will be the…
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The city of Columbia announced the first winners of the city's mask up Columbia challenge. The city sent congratulations to Matt Hudson for the most votes and Megan Pinckney…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --If you’ve been out shopping lately, you might have noticed some businesses are not giving out exact change like they used to. This is due to a nationwide coin shortage that…
ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) - A fire destroyed the field house at Orangeburg Preparatory School Tuesday, according to school officials. They believe the fire was caused by a lawn mower in storage around 4:00 p.m. and is now believed to…
SALUDA COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- On Monday, South Carolina Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman approved reopening plans for six school districts. By pitching both traditional and virtual options for their students, Saluda County…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- The House Equitable Justice System and Law Enforcement Reform Committee met Tuesday for the first time. This is the committee that was formed last month in the wake of local and national protests over the killing…
