Group of USC students outraged ahead of university president vote
USC students say they're outraged over a decision to vote on who will be the next president without their input.
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Flooding swamps New Orleans; possible hurricane coming next
A storm swamped New Orleans streets and paralyzed traffic Wednesday as concerns grew that even worse weather was on the way: a possible hurricane that could strike the Gulf Coast and raise the Mississippi River to the brim of the city's protective levees.
SC lawmakers react to Gov. McMaster's call for a USC presidential vote
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --Several state lawmakers are reacting to Governor Henry McMaster’s (R-SC) role in calling a sudden meeting for the Board of Trustees to pick a new president at USC. Senator Dick…
2nd officer resigns over bogus Charleston traffic tickets
A second police officer in South Carolina has resigned after authorities determined he was writing bogus traffic tickets to drivers without their knowledge.
Plastic bag ban clears first hurdle in Richland Co.
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO, AP)--Richland County is on its way to banning single use plastic bags. Councilman Jim Manning confirms that at Tuesday night's county council meeting the council gave the ordinance initial approval. Instead of plastic bags stores would…
USC Student Government responds to Governor's calls for vote on new School President
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The University of South Carolina's Student Government body is responding to news that Governor Henry McMaster wants to have a vote Friday on the school’s new President. A member of the USC Board of Trustees,…
Social Justice group holds rally at State House on anniversary of Confederate flag removal
A social justice group is rallying at the State House today, which marks four years since the confederate flag was taken down.
Suspect arrested for DUI after collision on Sunset Boulevard
Lexington Police say they've arrested a suspect accused of causing a collision while under the influence Tuesday.
Ford recalls several Focus models for software issue that could deform fuel tank
(CNN) - Ford is recalling thousands of cars in North America. The motor company has called back about 58,000 Ford Focus' to fix…
Uber launches helicopter service in NYC
Uber wants to reward its loyal customers by going over New York's heavy traffic.
Founder of 'Bikers for Trump' to run for Congress
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC (WOLO) -- A low-country chainsaw artist and founder of the group "Bikers for Trump" is running for Congress. Chris Cox says he's stepping down as head of the national organization…
RCSD: 30yo arrested for sex with 13yo he threw from car during chase facing additional charges
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — A Georgia man who deputies arrested on July 7 for accusations of having sex with a 13-year-old and throwing her from a car during a chase after deputies tried to approach the pair in a vacant…
USC trustee says Gov. McMaster wants to hold presidential vote Friday
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --At the end of the week, there may be a vote on a new President at the University of South Carolina. A member of the USC Board of Trustees says…
As lawmakers debate future of Santee Cooper, new CEO gets double the previous salary
South Carolina's public utility has hired a new leader and will pay him about twice as much as its last permanent director.
Student volunteers dedicate time to help out at Harvest Hope
Dozens of students dedicated several hours Tuesday to help a local food bank with organizing and packaging food to be distributed.
CPD investigating overnight shooting a Embassy Suites
CPD investigating overnight shooting a Embassy Suites
Second vote expected in search for UofSC president
Second vote expected in search for UofSC president
Trustee: Governor requests and receives vote on former USC presidential candidate
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- USC Trustee Charles Williams tells ABC Columbia News Governor Henry McMaster has requested and received a vote on former USC presidential candidate Robert Caslen. Williams called the demand, "terrible" and does…
Devine Street back open today after six vehicle collision
Columbia Police say Devine Street at Fort Jackson Boulevard is back open today after a multiple vehicle collision.
