Third burglary suspect connected to a police chase in Newberry is arrested
Newberry County deputies say the third burglary suspect involved in a police chase last week has been arrested.
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Former USC student missing, following boat crash in Beaufort
Beaufort S.C. (WOLO)- A former student at the University of South Carolina, has been reported missing following a boat wreck early Sunday morning. National Center For…
City of Columbia partners with AARP for 'Frauds and Scams' workshop for seniors
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you interested in protecting your private information from identity thieves? The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department is partnering with AARP for a series of free workshops on topics including frauds and scams, financial literacy and more. The…
Community meeting on Education Reform Bill
The Education Reform Bill is quickly making its way through House Education committee.
Housing crisis continue in Columbia, displaced residents struggling to find new homes
[gtxvideo vid='YjA2fSbf' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/YjA2fSbf.jpg' vtitle='CHA Troubles'] COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-Amid mounting concerns of neglect, the Columbia housing authority responds to those questions. As still more than half of the people forced from their homes after a deadly gas leak still don't have a…
Listeria concerns leads to voluntary recall of food sold in SC
Miami, FL. (AP) --- A company out of Florida has issued a voluntary recall of a product that may be in cabinets. The Marketside brand green beans and butternut squash have been pulled after concerns over possible Listeria contamination. The…
Riverbanks Zoo reveals names of lion cubs
The Riverbanks Zoo reveals the names of the two new lion cubs that you voted on.
Sumter deputies searching for man missing since January
The Sumter County deputies are seeking information on the whereabouts of a man who has been missing since January 23.
Clemson's head coach, Dabo Swinney to address SC lawmakers on Tuesday
Clemson head coach, Dabo Swinney will address lawmakers at the State House on Tuesday.
Richland County approves to reviving "Richland Renaissance" project
The Richland Renaissance Project is back on, albeit in a scaled back form.
Controversy surrounds 5th grade field trip to a cotton field
[gtxvideo vid='LrNgY97j' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/LrNgY97j.jpg' vtitle='Field Trip Controversy'] ROCK HILL, SC (WOLO, WSOC) - There's controversy surrounding an annual 5th grade field trip to a cotton field because some say it's insensitive to the history of slavery. For the past 15 years,…
Update: RCSD says 15 year old being held in connection to stabbing at A.C. Flora HS
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Richland County Deputies say they are investigating a stabbing incident at A.C. Flora High School. According to deputies, they responded to the incident at the school, around Noon, involving a student that was injured. Deputies say two female…
Fort Jackson Police look for suspects accused in attempted child abduction
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Fort Jackson Police need help locating suspects they say are accused of attempting to abduct a child while on the military base. According to an alert posted on the military installations Facebook page on Saturday,…
Richland County deputies arrest man connected to shooting two men on Longcreek Drive
Richland County deputies have made an arrest in the Longcreek Drive shooting that occurred February 21.
Richland Deputies search for suspect accused of breaking into three churches in less than a week
Richland County Deputies are searching for a man they believe broke into three area churches within the period of a week.
Columbia man sentenced to 21 months for dog fighting and gun possession
The US Attorney office announced the sentencing of a Columbia man who pled guilty to dog fighting and gun possession.
Prices at the Pump on steep climb in Carolinas, says AAA
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Do you feel like you are paying more at the pump? According to AAA, gas prices are on the rise in the Carolinas and across the country. South Carolina’s $2.15 average is 11 cents higher than last…
Fomer SC Prosecutor to enter guilty plea
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _By Meg Kinnard A former South Carolina prosecutor facing dozens of federal charges related to the misspending of public funds is set to enter a guilty plea. Federal prosecutors say Dan Johnson is slated to plead guilty…
Basketball Players 'Hoop it Up' for displaced Allen Benedict residents
[gtxvideo vid='ERfiozFp' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ERfiozFp.jpg' vtitle='Basketball Players 'Hoop it Up' for displaced Allen Benedict'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Some players were hooping it up for good cause over the weekend. These folks hit the hardwood to help the displaced Allen Benedict residents. Friendship Baptist…
Harambee Festival draws big crowds to Benedict College
[gtxvideo vid='FdyYiBNU' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/FdyYiBNU.jpg' vtitle='Harambee Festival draws big crowds to Benedict College'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Black History month came alive over the weekend at the Harambee Festival at Benedict College. The annual celebration of African-American culture featured plenty of food, music and…
RCSD investigating incident at A.C. Flora HS that injured student
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A fight at AC Flora High School sends a 17-year-old to the hospital with serious injuries and now a 15-year-old girl is facing charges. Deputies are still trying to figure out what…
Empowerment workshop teaches seniors signs of fraud and scams
Columbia Parks and Rec and AARP are teaming up to keep area Seniors safe from those who prey on vulnerable adults through scams and fraud.
Gervais Street Bridge and Meeting Street back open after river rescue call
West Columbia Police say drivers need to avoid the Gervais Street Bridge and Meeting Street area due to a river rescue.
COMET invites public to listening sessions for transit system
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Do you ride The COMET? Officials are hosting a series of listening sessions for the public. According to COMET officials, the sessions allow input on future plans and recommendations for transit system improvement. Participants are asked to…
Woman charged with felony DUI after striking, killing pedestrian in Sumter
Highway Patrol says one woman is charged with felony DUI after hitting and killing a pedestrian Saturday, February 23.
