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End of an era as USC President nears retirement with Farewell Tour
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- USC President Dr. Harris Pastides is moving on to the next chapter in his life, but before he does the students and staff at the University are giving him and his wife, Mrs. Patricia Moore -…
Man charged with kidnapping, safe cracking during break-ins, deputies say
A Calhoun man is accused of forcefully entering homes and demanding to be shown to a safe in Lexington County.
Fallen SCDOT workers honored at memorial ceremony
Let 'em work, Let 'em live has long been the reminder of the state Department of Transportation to drive safely around work sites, today it became a permanent part of the department's memorial.
CPD: 17-year old arrested after crashing stolen car from North Carolina
The Columbia Police Department have arrested a 17-year old who was seen in Columbia driving a vehicle that was stolen during a reported carjacking case in Charlotte, N.C.
A look back at the Timothy Jones case as jury selection begins
Jury selection began Monday for the trial of a Lexington father accused of killing his five children back in 2014.
67-year old West Columbia woman missing, found safe
The West Columbia Police Department has found a woman safely who was missing since 8 a.m. on Monday.
Special Olympic athletes invited to Disney On Ice clinic
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Special Olympic athletes get a chance to see what type of work goes into joining the cast of Disney On Ice by taking part in a skating clinic. The training will be held Wednesday May 1st,…
67-year old West Columbia woman missing, deputies still searching
The West Columbia Police Department needs help locating a woman last seen 8 a.m. on Monday in West Columbia.
District: Lexington Richland 5 to close May 1, day of Teacher Rally at State House
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- According to district officials, all schools in Lexington Richland District 5 will be closed Wednesday, May 1st. According to officials, after monitoring staff leave requests over the past few days and considering unanticipated additional leave that could…
SCE&G name no more on SC bills as Dominion takes over
Electric customers will no longer write checks for their power to South Carolina Electric & Gas.
SC Superintendent of Education says she will Substitute teach during Teacher Walkout at State House
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina's Superintendent of Education is reacting to a planned teacher walkout scheduled for May 1 at the State House. Participating teachers from across the state are expected to rally on the State House for better pay.…
Jury selection underway in trial of father accused of killing 5 kids
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Suspect accused of touching women in USC bathroom stalls arrested
The University of South Carolina Police Department has arrested a suspect who they say attempted to touch women in bathroom stalls around campus.
Troopers: Pedestrian killed after vehicle collision on I-20
South Carolina Highway Patrol says a pedestrian was killed after a vehicle collision on Sunday at I-20 west bound at mile marker 65.
Police identify man wanted in Five Points shooting that injured 2 people
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Columbia Police have identified the male suspect accused of injuring two people in an overnight shooting in Five Points. CPD has outstanding arrest warrants for 22-year-old Marlon Adam White. Once arrested, police say White will be charged for…
Two injured in Five Points shooting, Columbia Police investigate
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Columbia police are investigating a shooting that injured two people in Five Points Sunday morning. The shooting happened just before 2:00a.m. inside the Cotton Gin, which is a local bar in the 600 block of Harden street. Police…
Arrest made in church vandalism investigation
The suspect accused of vandalizing a downtown church has been arrested.
Man sentenced to 27 years in prison for 2016 shooting
A man from Irmo has been sentenced to 27 years in prison for shooting two women in Lexington County in 2016.
12 people displaced in apartment fire
12 people displaced in apartment building fire
Lower Richland Sweet Potato Festival this weekend
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The Lower Richland Sweet Potato Festival kicks off Saturday. Organizers say the free event takes place at Hopkins Park at 6940 Lower Richland Boulevard from at 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Curtis Wilson spoke with Jackie…
Pets: Columbia Animal Shelter hosts National Adopt day, Cinco De Mayo Special
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- Looking for your forever friend? The Columbia Animal Services is hosting National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day and Cinco De Mayo pet adoption specials. According to the shelter, all dogs and cats will be $5, in…
USC Board of Trustees does not choose new president, search continues
After hearing from students and faculty about their four presidential finalists, the USC Board of Trustees chose to continue their search for their next leader.
Woman accused of shoplifting items from Lexington Walmart arrested, deputies say
The Lexington Police Department has identified the woman in surveillance video accused of shoplifting items from a Lexington Walmart.
The search continues for the University of South Carolina's 29th President
The Board of Trustees has motioned to continue the search for the University of South Carolina's newest President.
