Orangeburg man charged with murder after fatal shooting, deputies say
Orangeburg County Sheriff says the arrest of a man charged in Cordova shooting left a 35-year old male victim dead.
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Reading readiness discussed during education overhaul debate
[gtxvideo vid='WLovjw8D' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WLovjw8D.jpg' vtitle='Reading readiness discussed during education overhaul debate'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - State senators discussed the overhaul of the state's education system Wednesday (3/13). Members of the State Education Subcommittee met to discuss the state's reading curriculum. The…
Man charged with possession with intent to distribute after drug-related complaints, deputies say
The Orangeburg County Sheriff says a quantity of marijuana was seized after an operation was set up in response to drug-related complaints.
Suspect wanted for using stolen credit card in Lexington
Lexington County deputies need your help to find a man accused of fraudulently using a stolen credit card.
Lexington High School student struck by car in serious but stable condition
Lexington County deputies say a Lexington High School student is in serious but stable condition after being hit by a car.
Put on your best 501s and bling to support T1D
[gtxvideo vid='5HM4PFOY' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/5HM4PFOY.jpg' vtitle='Denim and Diamonds'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) - With over 1.25 million people living with Type 1 Diabetes, also known as Juvenile Diabetes, and the number expect to rise to 5 million by 2050, finding a cure is…
Lexington Police investigating string of car break-ins
LEXINGTON,SC (WOLO)- Lexington Police are advising residents to be aware when parking at local businesses after a string of car break-ins. "If they can see the purse then they're going to…
Rep. Joe Cunningham introduces legislation to prevent carbon monoxide deaths
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - One of South Carolina's representatives in Washington wants to make sure what happened at Allen-Benedict Court Apartments never happens again. Today, Congressman Joe Cunningham introduced the Safe Housing for Families Act. The bill would require the…
SC 4-H program visits State House for annual legislative day to speak with lawmakers
Kids from the South Carolina 4-H program stopped by at the State House on Tuesday for their annual legislative day.
Blythewood HS teacher surprised with "Teacher of the Year" nomination
[gtxvideo vid='9oq7io5J' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9oq7io5J.jpg' vtitle='teacher of the year'] BLYTHEWOOD, SC (WOLO) - A midlands teacher got a big surprise Tuesday (3/12) morning. Blythewood High School's teacher Sue Weems was named one of the finalists for "South Carolina Teacher of the Year."…
Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office warns of scam that threatens property seizure if taxes aren't paid
Orangeburg County Sheriff Ravenell is issuing a warning that scammers are in full swing with a letter being received that threatens property seizure if a hefty tax isn't paid.
4 charged, 2 facing charges after dispute at Super 8 hotel leads to shooting, deputies say
An ongoing dispute in the back parking lot of a Super 8 hotel turned physical and the firing of shots led two 17-year olds in the hospital, and four of their associates face charges.
Man charged with arson in connection with Bamberg fire
Bamberg, S.C. (WOLO)-- Investigators say a massive fire that destroyed four buildings in downtown Bamberg was started by a candle. According to an incident report released by SLED, Randy Bloom told investigators…
Art is dancing off the walls this weekend at the Township
[gtxvideo vid='xLrtRzVK' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/xLrtRzVK.jpg' vtitle='Columbia City Ballet'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) - With the exception of a few well done 3D paintings that still lack a true third dimension, there are very few times that art actually comes to life. That is,…
Dominion Energy answers community questions at meet and greet
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- SCE&G customers who were feeling skeptical about the Dominion Energy merger finally had a chance to end their curiosity at a meet and greet Monday evening. Customers were concerned when they…
Cayce shooting suspect accused of drunkenly firing dozens of random shots behind home
CAYCE, SC (WOLO) - Cayce Police arrested a man for firing dozens of shots behind a home on Taylor Road Monday (3/11). According to Cayce Department of Public Safety, 12 911 calls were made regarding the shots fired. Around 4:30…
CPD investigating shooting outside Family Dollar on Monticello
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The Columbia Police Department is investigating a shooting outside of the Family Dollar on Monticello Road. A male victim was shot in the arm and leg. The male victim doesn't appear to have life-threatening injuries. Stay…
State lawmakers fighting to keep Denmark Tech open, in spite of low attendance rate
A group of State lawmakers are pushing to keep a small technical college open that would be shut down under the proposed budget.
SC Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week encourages ways to prepare for increasing storms this spring
Spring is right around the corner and as we've already seen, that can mean an increase in severe weather across the state.
Cayce Police investigating shooting incident, 2 men detained
CAYCE, SC (WOLO) - According to authorities, two men have been detained after a shooting in Cayce. Cayce Public Safety is on the scene of the shooting incident in the 2200 block of Taylor Road. About 12 911 calls were…
Free Pancake Day at IHOP on Tuesday to raise money for children's charities
IHOP will be hosting Free Pancake Day on Tuesday, March 12, to help raise $4 million for the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, which includes Prisma Health Children's Hospital.
Three teens arrested after morning chase in car deputies say was stolen
Three teenagers have been arrested after Richland county deputies say they led deputies on a chase while driving a stolen car.
Do you have an emergency plan? SC EMD hosts Severe Weather week
[gtxvideo vid='Zt3aYXtA' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Zt3aYXtA.jpg' vtitle='Know your Tornado Spot: Severe Weather week in SC'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Emergency Management officials kicked off a Severe Weather preparedness event Monday. The event is part of South Carolina Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week,…
Dominion Energy Hosting Q&A session on Merger and Customer bills
[gtxvideo vid='XS0URQg2' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/XS0URQg2.jpg' vtitle='Dominion Energy Hosting Q&A on Merger and Customer bills'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Officials are set to answer questions about Dominion Energy's merger with SCE&G and how it will affect customers. Dominion Energy will host a community wide event…
Highway Patrol investigates fatal crash at Bonner Avenue in Orangeburg
Highway Patrol is investigating a single vehicle fatal crash on Bonner Avenue outside of Santee on Sunday.
