USC honors Samantha Josephson at graduation
COLUMBIA (CNN) - Graduating seniors at University of South Carolina remember one of their own in a bittersweet ceremony. An empty seat draped with a cap and a gown marked the spot…
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One year later, suspected SC killer still on the run
Conway, S.C. (WPDE) — More than one year has gone by since Charles Durant, Jr. was gunned down in his truck in Loris, but justice has not been served. For more than one year, Wilmetria and Charles Durant, Sr. have woken…
Richland Recycles: Drop off home electronics, washers, light bulbs and more
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--You can clean out your house at Richland Recycles. Are you looking to get rid of unwanted household items? Richland county will host Richland Recycles Day is 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, May 11 at the S.C. State Fairgrounds. Officials…
Graduation Time: Full weekend of events at University of South Carolina
[gtxvideo vid='1tZpJmHD' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/1tZpJmHD.jpg' vtitle='Graduation Time: Full weekend of events at University'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Some members of the class of 2019 received their diplomas Friday at the University of South Carolina. The school of Law graduation ceremony took place on the…
Boil water advisory in place for some Swansea residents
Swansea, SC (WOLO) --- Several areas in the Town of Swansea have been place under a water boil advisory after the water department says contractors accidentally punctured a 2 inch galvanized water main while trying to replace an outdated, leaking…
Helping Small Businesses is focus of Conference in Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='Tvt1v4OI' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Tvt1v4OI.jpg' vtitle='Helping Small Businesses focus of Conference in Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Local small businesses got some new opportunities Friday. Entrepreneurs were able to take part in the small business week conference in Columbia. At the conference, participants networked…
Columbia becomes first South Carolina city to adopt Shot Spotter technology
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The Columbia Police Department is rolling out new technology to cut down on gun violence across the city. With the number of incidents involving guns throughout his city at…
Two more teenagers arrested for 47 car break-ins at apartment complex, say Deputies
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO) - Two more teenagers have been arrested in connection to a string of car break-ins that happened this week. Two unidentified teenagers were already behind bars,…
Columbia Police to unveil new gunshot detection technology
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The City of Columbia Police Department is set to unveil what it calls innovative gunshot detection technology. On Friday afternoon, Columbia Mayor Steven K. Benjamin and Police Chief W.H. ‘Skip’ Holbrook will unveil the Columbia Police Department’s implementation…
Torch runners arrive at SC State House
[gtxvideo vid='NN6RU6u9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/NN6RU6u9.jpg' vtitle='Torch runners arrive at SC State'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Here's a look at the rest of the day's activities marking the Torch Run and Summer Games for Special Olympics South Carolina. Noon - Law Enforcement Torch…
Confederate Memorial Day
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Poultry Festival underway in Batesburg Leesville
[gtxvideo vid='xwpMSP1m' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/xwpMSP1m.jpg' vtitle='Poultry Festival in Batesburg Leesville'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It's a Poultry party in Batesburg Leesville. The South Carolina Poultry Festival is officially underway. The annual event is filled with activities for everyone including live music, a parade,…
USC students gear up for weekend graduation ceremonies
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --Hundreds of students here in Columbia are getting ready to walk across the stage for the University of South Carolina this weekend. As students receive their diplomas, downtown is expected to be packed with proud parents and…
Columbia Fire Department unveils new service engine
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Columbia Fire Department spends countless hours putting out fires that flare up in the Columbia/Richland County community, and Thursday they heated things up with the unveiling of their new…
Senate passes Panthers tax break bill, capping 2019 legislative session
A long day of debates and votes on several key bills wraps up a busy legislative session.
Nathaniel Rowland didn't appear in court today, due to cancelled preliminary hearing
The man accused of killing USC student, Samantha Josephson did not appear in court today, as previously scheduled.
Revised rideshare safety bill gains traction in the House
A bill calling for rideshare safety reform gained some ground in the House.
PRISMA Children's Health gets largest donation to date
[gtxvideo vid='56eAxRCR' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/56eAxRCR.jpg' vtitle='PRISMA DONATION'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---The largest gift ever to PRISMA Health's Children's Hospital was presented Thursday May 9th, 2019. The organization Curing Kids Cancer handed over a check for 170 thousand dollars for the Children’s Center…
Deputies: Anonymous phone call leads to arrest and cash seizure of Lexington man
The Lexington Police Department has arrested a Lexington man found to be in possession of multiple controlled substances, narcotics and large amounts of cash.
Richland deputies arrest two teens accused of 47 car break ins
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --Two teenagers are behind bars in connection with a string of car break ins in the Arbor at Windsor Lake Apartments where they have been charged for breaking into 47 different…
RCSD searching for suspects accused of larceny at gas station on Broad River Road
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is seeking the identity of larceny suspects.
SC Lawmakers consider special session
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina lawmakers are considering coming back in special session to deal with the future of state-owned utility Santee Cooper and budget vetoes by the governor. The House unanimously approved Thursday a resolution allowing lawmakers to…
SC Teacher of the Year honored at State House
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Richland County Election Board appoints new chairman
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Two detained after overnight car break-ins on Windsor Lake Drive
Richland County Sheriff's Department says two juveniles are detained after multiple car break-ins on Windsor Lake Drive overnight.
