USC releases statement in response to headline in The State
The headline posted in the Sunday paper caused outrage on social media and prompted an official response from the University of South Carolina.
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Workers prepare to widen Interstate 26 west of Columbia
CHAPIN, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina transportation officials say there may be lane closures on Interstate 26 west of Columbia as workers prepare to widen the highway. The Department of Transportation says it will widen 16 miles (26 kilometers) of…
Coroner identifies victim in Lake Murray boating incident
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)-The person who died after a boating incident on Lake Murray has been identified. Richland County Coroner Gary Watts said Stanley Virgil Kiser,68, was the driver of a pontoon boat that was struck by another boat. Kiser…
Man charged with 3 counts of felony BUI after deadly boat incident
Chapin, S.C. (WOLO)-- A man is facing felony charges after one man was killed during a boat crash on Lake Murray Saturday night. According to SCDNR, it happened near Johnson Marina Rd, Saturday night. Tracy Gordon, 53, is charged with…
WATCH: Will Muschamp recaps loss at Missouri Saturday
Click the video to watch Will Muschamp's press conference comments following Carolina's 34-14 loss to Missouri Saturday.
Gamecocks fall flat at Mizzou, 34-14
Missouri's defense scored the easy way and the hard way as the Tigers beat South Carolina 34-14 on Saturday.
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…
Remembering Hurricane Hugo at Richland Library
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) On the 30th anniversary of Hurricane Hugo making landfall in the Palmetto State, Richland Library is reflecting on the impact of the storm. The program, Remembering Hurricane Hugo, is happening…
From Greek to Jubilee: It's Festival time in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Food and fun, our Crysty Vaughan is talking festivals in our look at 'Local Living'. Are you ready for some baklava and souvlaki? The 33rd annual Columbia Greek Festival…
New Columbia ordinance to remove employment barriers for former inmates
The City of Columbia is the first to make a major move they hope will take the handcuffs off of former inmates, ultimately creating a level playing field when it comes to getting out of jail, and getting a job.
Sumter Police resumes landfill search for five-year-old Nevaeh Adams's remains
Sumter Police, with the help of state and national agencies, are searching through a Richland County landfill to find the remains of five-year-old Nevaeh Adams.
Deputies: Wedgefield man charged after armed bank robbery in Sumter
A Wedgefield man is in custody after allegedly robbing the SAFE Federal Credit Union in Sumter around 9:45 a.m. on Friday, according to the Sumter Police Department.
S.C. State University officials interviewing 'person of interest' in overnight shooting
Officers are working to identify a suspect after two people were shot early Friday morning at South Carolina State University. School police said they first responded to reports of shots fired at about 2 a.m.
Man in custody after standoff with police at Red Roof Inn off I-26, deputies say
A man is in custody after having a stand-off with police at the Red Roof Inn at I-26 and St Andrews Road, according to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.
SC State University president addresses media after early morning shooting on campus
South Carolina State University President James E. Clark addresses media after shooting
Multi-agency landfill search underway for missing Sumter 5-year-old Nevaeh Adams
The search for a missing Sumter 5-year-old who police presume to be deceased continues a month after she was last seen.
New, more efficient child support online system is in effect
Columbia, SC (WOLO)--- It's been more than years in the works, and today Friday September 19th, the Palmetto Automated Child Support System (PACSS) and the centralized State Disbursement Unit (SDU) are fully operational statewide and federally certified. The new operational…
Traffic lights out on Gervais Street
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)- Traffic lights are out on Gervais Street. Authorities are currently directing traffic. Check back here for updates.
Florence man nabs nearly 12 foot long, 726 lb. gator
Florence, SC (WOLO) --- Alligator season is underway and one hunter in Florence nabbed a big one. According to his Facebook page George Mourounas of Florence nabbed this 12 and a half…
Officials: Lockdown lifted after on-campus shooting at SC State University
SC State University authorities say the lock down alert has been cleared after an on-campus shooting overnight.
NAACP holds annual Freedom Fund Gala
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The NAACP held its annual state conference to celebrate and honor the groups long standing advocacy for civil rights. The freedom fund gala recognizes those still connected with the groups…
Jubilee Festival celebrates black history and culture in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - This weekend you can join Historic Columbia at its annual Jubilee Festival. The free event celebrates black history and culture. It takes place Saturday from eleven to six at…
Deputies: Sandhills Middle student accused of taking knife to school and threatening classmate
A eighth grade Sandhills Middle School student is charged after taking a knife to school and threatening a student, according to Lexington County Sheriff's Department.
Suspect in murders of Sumter five-year-old and her mother appears in court
SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO) --Daunte Johnson, the suspect in the murders of a Sumter five-year-old and her mother, made an appearance in a Sumter County court Thursday morning. For the second time in eight…
South Carolina State Fair to debut 150 foot Ferris Wheel with Gondolas
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Are you ready to hit the midway? The 150th South Carolina State Fair is right around the corner and this year visitors will be able to view it from from new…
