Senators make changes to South Carolina education overhaul
A group of senators has made some significant changes to a proposal to overhaul South Carolina's education system.
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Firetruck hit by 18 Wheeler
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Some Columbia firefighters are lucky to be alive after their truck was hit by an 18 wheeler. It happened on I-20 Wednesday morning when the firefighters were responding to another accident.…
Deputies: Sumter mother charged after newborn tests positive for marijuana
Sumter Co., S.C. (WOLO) -- Sumter Co. deputies have charged a woman after they say she gave birth to a baby who tested positive for marijuana. Investigators say Heather Barrett, 28, gave birth to the child on February 7th at…
Ft. Jackson Police arrest suspect wanted in Fairfield Co.
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- A spokesperson for Fort Jackson says a woman wanted in Fairfield County was arrested trying to get on the base Tuesday night. Investigators say Jazzmine Thompson, 21, was wanted…
Kershaw deputies find 3 missing teens safely; person of interest arrested
Kershaw County deputies say they've found 3 missing teens safely and arrested a person of interest this morning.
Orangeburg deputies arrest one of three robbery suspects
One woman is in custody, but authorities say they are still searching for two of her alleged accomplices accused of robbing items to later sell at a a flea market.
New Columbia Housing Authority board members announced
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Columbia City Council members have appointed four new housing commissioners. Council members discussed the applicants at a special called meeting Tuesday (3/5). The appointments to the Columbia…
First nationally sponsored NAACP event held in SC since organization's boycott over Confederate flag
[gtxvideo vid='p5vJegTg' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/p5vJegTg.jpg' vtitle='NAACP TRAINING'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - For the first time in nearly 20 years the NAACP is holding regional training in South Carolina. In 2000, the civil rights organization boycotted the state while the Confederate flag flew…
Mayor Steve Benjamin, Council members excited for new CHA Commissioners
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- There are four new board members on the CHA Board of Commissioners. The Columbia city council announced the four new board members at their meeting. The council had nearly…
School attendance down following rumored social media threats
The Orangebur County Sheriff's Office is asking parents and students alike to ignore threats of an attack following a February shooting.
Local Weather Science Officer talks SC Tornadoes: Which months are more common
[gtxvideo vid='ver4VEhc' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ver4VEhc.jpg' vtitle='Local Weather Science Officer talks Tornado season'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In the wake of Sunday night's severe weather, which included 3 confirmed tornadoes, the National Weather service is talking the impact of tornado season in South Carolina.…
Richland County offers free Shred Days event
Get rid of your personal and private documents during a Richland County shredding event.
Body found near Broad River Boat Landing confirmed as former USC student
BEAUFORT, S.C. (WOLO) - Beaufort County Coroner's Office has identified the body found near Broad River Boat Landing as a former USC student. Officials say Mallory Beach,…
Lexington County EMS worker charged with assaulting a child
Lexington County deputies say a Lexington EMS worker has been charged with assaulting a child he was attempting to restrain while on duty.
Group launches study to examine if gaming, gambling could deliver new revenue stream to SC
Two former State officials want to find out if legalized gambling would be good for South Carolina.
Residents recovering after EF-1 tornado tears through Midlands
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The National Weather Service confirmed an EF-1 tornado ripped through Columbia last night leaving behind devastation. On Monday people who live on Saluda River Road started salvaging what was left of their homes. "It got dark for 5…
SCE&G sends scam reminder during Consumer Protection week
Cayce, SC (WOLO) --- SCE&G, a subsidiary of Dominion Energy is using National Consumer Protection week to remind customers of a scam that often targets energy customers that officials say results in an average loss of $342.00 dollars. The energy…
Deputies seek men in drive-by shooting that injured baby
Authorities say a baby has been injured in an apparent drive-by shooting in South Carolina.
At least 3 tornadoes hit Sunday in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The National Weather Service has partially completed its investigation into storm damage from Sunday (3/3) evening. The conclusion: so far three tornadoes; all of them were EF-1 tornadoes with winds from 73-112 mph. Two of them…
Multiple tornadoes cause damage across the Midlands
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The National Weather Service has confirmed three tornado touchdowns here in the Midlands area spreading from Elgin all the way up in Lexington County. The National Weather Service had three…
