Student volunteers dedicate time to help out at Harvest Hope
Dozens of students dedicated several hours Tuesday to help a local food bank with organizing and packaging food to be distributed.
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No changes to alcohol policy at Williams Brice Stadium this year, says AD
On Tuesday, University of South Carolina Athletics Director, Ray Tanner, announced that no changes will be made to alcohol sales policies at Williams-Brice Stadium for the 2019 season.
SC State Museum set to launch Space Week
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Ready for take off? The South Carolina State Museum is launching Space Week, July 20 through July 28, in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing. Museum officials say the week long event includes…
CPD investigating overnight shooting a Embassy Suites
CPD investigating overnight shooting a Embassy Suites
32 thousand meals donated to Harvest Hope Food Bank
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) ---- The summer is suppose to be a time full of fun in the sun, but hunger and the need for a good meal doesn't get a summer…
Trustee: Governor requests and receives vote on former USC presidential candidate
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- USC Trustee Charles Williams tells ABC Columbia News Governor Henry McMaster has requested and received a vote on former USC presidential candidate Robert Caslen. Williams called the demand, "terrible" and does…
Devine Street back open today after six vehicle collision
Columbia Police say Devine Street at Fort Jackson Boulevard is back open today after a multiple vehicle collision.
Vehicle crashes through home on Metze Road; five displaced
Columbia Fire Department says a vehicle crashed through a house at the 1200 block of Metze Road late Monday night.
Potential changes to Five Points could impact the bar scene
A new vision for five points could have an impact on the bar scene.
$300,000 winning lottery ticket sold in Newberry
NEWBERRY, SC (WOLO) --- Check your tickets! You may have a winning lottery ticket in your pocket worth thousands of dollars and not even know it. Officials with the South Carolina Education Lottery say someone…
SC senators listen to input from teachers on education reform bill
The Senate Education Committee listened to dozens of teachers voice their concerns about the state of education in South Carolina.
RCSD investigating shooting incident on Smallwood Road
The Richland County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting incident in Northeast Columbia that happened on Friday.
UPDATE: Elgin woman with special needs reported missing found safe
A 38-year-old woman was last seeing leaving her driveway and authorities need your help locating her.
Lexington County man charged with kidnapping, assault after dispute over money escalates
A 44-year-old Gilbert man is accused of kidnapping two victims and forcing them to drive to an ATM after deputies say an argument about money escalated.
Richland County asks residents to help them stop illegal dumping
RICLAND CO., SC (WOLO) --- Official in Richland County say ilegal dumping along, roadsides and private property are becoming an increasing eyesore. That's not all. County officials say the piles…
SC Senate Education Committee discuss the education reform bill
SC Senate Education Committee discuss the education reform bill
Sen. Harpootlian, others lead effort to restore Five Points area
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- On Monday, leaders met to discuss a new initiative that revitalizes Five Points, and makes it safer for both students and residents. This movement is led by Democratic Sen. Dick…
One lane at North Lake Drive to close today for natural gas work
Lexington Police say one southbound lane will close at North Lake Drive today from July 19th for natural gas work.
Hundreds remember Spring Valley HS graduate London Harrell
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Hundreds came out to celebrate the life of Spring Valley High School graduate London Harrell,21, who was killed during a hit and run in Orlando,FL. Her parents and close friends describe her…
Deputy demoted after evidence thrown away in drug case
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) - Authorities say a South Carolina sheriff's deputy who threw away a wallet that was evidence in drug case has been demoted and suspended for eight hours. The Greenville News reports the drug case was also dismissed…
Group of SC senators returns to discuss education bill
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Some South Carolina state senators are returning to Columbia to discuss their version of a bill to overhaul the state's education system. An education subcommittee meets at 10 a.m. Monday to discuss the massive bill. They met a…
Columbia man and woman found shot to death ruled murder-suicide
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The Richland County Coroner office has ruled the deaths of a man and woman found outside an apartment complex as a murder-suicide. Brittany T. Johnson,25, died at the scene from being shot, according to coroner Gary Watts. An…
Two bodies found outside apartment in South Columbia
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-Columbia police are investigating the deaths of two people who were found at an apartment complex Saturday afternoon. The bodies were found at the Pine Haven Villa Apartments on Trinity Drive in South…
Lexington deputies looking for man who robbed 2 stores at gunpoint
LEXINGTON,SC (WOLO)- Lexington County deputies are asking for the public's help identifying a man who robbed two stores at gunpoint Saturday morning. Surveillance photos from a gas station on Augusta Highway in Leesville show the suspect holding a gun and…
Spring Valley HS graduate killed in hit and run will be laid to rest Sunday
ORLANDO, FL (WOLO) --- A Midlands woman who died after being hit by a car in Orlando Florida will be laid to rest this weekend. A memorial service for London Harrell is scheduled…
