Recap on Timothy Jones trial from first day testimony to death penalty sentence
Today's sentence for Timothy Jones Jr. is the culmination of a story that began in September 2014.
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Prosecutors say justice is served after Timothy Jones Jr. sentenced to death
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) -- A jury has sentenced Timothy Jones Jr., a Lexington County father convicted of killing his five children in August 2014, to death Thursday afternoon. It took the jury less…
Sumter home owner arrested after 27 dogs removed from suspected dog fighting ring
Sumter Co., SC (WOLO) --- The Sumter County Sheriff's office says they "discovered and dismantled" what they believed to be a major dog fighting operation along Lowder Road. According to…
Shootout between barber and customer at Forest Acres barbershop
[gtxvideo vid='SWBDJezn' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/SWBDJezn.jpg' vtitle='Shootout at barber shop between barber and customer'] FOREST ACRES, SC (WOLO) - There was a shootout at a barbershop in the Forest Acres area Wednesday (6/13) night. It happened at Troy's Cutting Edge Barber Shop. Forest…
Timothy Jones Jr. sentenced to death for the murders of his five children
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)--A Lexington Co. jury has sentenced Timothy Jones Jr. to death. Last week Jones was found guilty of murder in the deaths of his five children in 2014. Closing arguments in the sentencing phase of the trial were…
Happy International Axe Throwing Day!
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- Here's one day you may have never considered celebrating, but now you have an excuse to. It's International Axe Throwing Day, and one local company is opening…
Sumter Police: Missing 27-year-old woman found safe
Sumter Police Department says a 27-year-old woman recently reported missing, has been found safe today after she was last seen in April.
Westbound lanes on Gervais Street close for emergency drainage repairs
SCDOT officials say the westbound lanes of Gervais Street will be closed today for emergency drainage repairs.
Documentary takes a closer look at long term effects of trauma
RICHLAND CO, SC. (WOLO) --- Richland Library invited the community out to take a closer look at the long term effects of trauma. Wednesday night's event was centered around the documentary, 'Resilience'…
Defense rests in sentencing phase of Timothy Jones Jr. murder trial
More than a week after a jury found Jones guilty of murdering his five children back in 2014, the defense rested its case in the sentencing phase of the Timothy Jones Jr. murder trial.
June 12th declared as Women Veteran's Day in SC
Recognizing the brave women who have served in the United State's military.
More money will return to taxpayers in SCE&G case after court's decision to reduce legal fees
The Attorney General's Office also announced today that rate-payers of the utility formerly known as SCE&G will be seeing reduced rates thanks to a recent judge's decision.
Kohl's donation ensures no child is turned away from the Lexington YMCA
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - The Lexington YMCA hosted its annual Kohl’s Kids Day Wednesday. The event celebrates the nine years Kohl's has helped provide scholarships for families and children who need financial assistance. Over the last decade Kohl's has donated…
No more overdue fees for Richland Library
The Richland Library will be eliminating overdue fines on books, CDs, DVDs and other regular circulating materials that are considered part of our adult collection starting today.
SC woman wearing headphones hit and killed by train
ELGIN, SC (WOLO) - A woman died Wednesday (6/12) afternoon after she was hit by a train in Elgin. The Kershaw County Coroner says Olivia Matheson-Brazell, 26, was trying to cross the tracks near Kelly Lane when she was hit.…
Columbia Police investigate shots fired call on Devine Street
Columbia Police are investigating an early morning shots fired call at the 3800 block of Devine Street and South Kilbourne Road.
I-20 west near exit 59 back open after a collision overturned a truck
Highway Patrol says I-20 west near exit 59 is back open after a collision overturned a tractor trailer semi-truck.
Driver suspected of fleeing checkpoint accused in Orangeburg state trooper hit and run
[gtxvideo vid='vcZYajQd' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/vcZYajQd.jpg' vtitle='CHECKPOINT HIT AND RUN'] Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) -- Authorities are asking the public for their help after a state trooper was injured by a car fleeing a checkpoint. At approximately 11 Monday night authorities say the driver…
SC Troopers to increase patrols during "100 Deadliest Days of Summer"
Troopers are increasing their patrols to be on the lookout for distracted drivers during what they call the deadliest days of summer.
Riverbank Zoo expected to receive nearly $1.3 million budget
The Lexington County Council originally proposed slashing the Riverbanks Zoo budget by $700,000 in a meeting last month.
New Apartments open in the Five Points old Claussen's Bakery
[gtxvideo vid='ySPnoh2n' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ySPnoh2n.jpg' vtitle='FIVE POINTS APARTMENTS'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- There is now a new option for anyone looking to live in five points. Tuesday afternoon City of Columbia officials were on hand for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new…
Foul play not ruled out as cause of deadly Orangeburg car fire
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) -- The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is still working to detemine what led to a car fire that claimed the lives of two people early Tuesday morning. Authorities say SC Highway Patrol, along with their MAIT team…
Ex-wife of Timothy Jones Jr. calls on jury to spare his life
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) -- The ex-wife of Timothy Jones Jr. took the stand to tell the jury that they should not give the death penalty to her ex-husband, who was convicted of…
McDonald's announces hiring initiative to help employees receive better educational opportunities
If you are looking for a job this summer McDonald's is hiring.
SC officials begin specialized training to prevent school violence and assess threats
Leaders are working to make sure schools in South Carolina are safe.
