First Transgender Woman Running For State Senator
COLUMBIA, S.C (WOLO)-- For the first time in State history a transgender woman is running to be a state senator. The historical special election will fill former senator John Courson’s seat. Courson…
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Trump tweets EPA leader Scott Pruitt has resigned
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - After months of controversy and ethical discussions, Scott Pruitt has resigned as the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. I have accepted the resignation of Scott Pruitt as the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. Within…
1 killed, 2 injured in apartment shooting in West Columbia
West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - 1 person was killed and 2 were injured at a shooting at the New Brookland Apartment Complex in West Columbia. Officials say the incident happened just after 2 p.m. at 925 Glenn Street in West…
Passengers rescued from stricken Indonesia ferry; 31 dead
Passengers trapped for a night on a stricken ferry off the Indonesian island of Sulawesi were rescued early Wednesday, officials said, as the death toll rose to 31 with three people missing and believed drowned inside the vessel.
CPD investigating early morning shooting on High St.; one person injured
CPD investigating early morning shooting on High St.; one person injured
Trump praises military for keeping US 'safe, strong, proud'
President Donald Trump on Wednesday praised the U.S. military for keeping America "safe, strong, proud, mighty and free" and used the Independence Day holiday to thank them for being willing to put their lives on the line in defense of the nation.
Columbia Police to Host Art Exhibit at First Thursday on Main
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Artwork by the men and women in Blue will take center stage Thursday night. The Columbia Police Department will help host its' first Art Exhibit at First Thursday on Main. According to Columbia Police officials, the art…
Shark Bites Girl in Myrtle Beach
Fun in the sun turns to terror after a young girl is bitten by a shark while enjoying a trip to the beach.
Cup of coffee a day could extend life expectancy
A new study suggest a cup of coffee a day could impact the amount of time you live.
Life, Liberty, And The Pursuit of Peaches; Lexington Co. Peach Fest Was a Tasty Treat
GILBERT, S.C. (WOLO)-- There are tons of ways people are enjoying their 4th of July holiday, but thousands found a very peachy way to celebrate. "The walk up here. That was……
Orangeburg man accused of beating girlfriend to death over drug dispute
[gtxvideo vid='cJp5i5GE' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/cJp5i5GE.jpg' vtitle='Orangeburg Co man charged with murder'] Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO) -An Orangeburg County man is in custody tonight accused of beating his girlfriend to death. According to investigators on July 1, Deputies responded to James Humphries' home on…
Gallup poll shows American patriotism at an all time low
[gtxvideo vid='jXkqtW9p' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/jXkqtW9p.jpg' vtitle='Patriotism at an all time low'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - The Fourth of July is a day to celebrate the red, white and blue, but a new poll suggests patriotism is at an all-time low. According to…
Salute from the shore
South Carolinians gather at Lake Murray for a Salute from the Shore tradition.
Wildfires and dry heat cause concerns during 4th celebrations
Millions are under a heat advisory and wildfires now underway are not helping concerns as people attempt to celebrate the 4th of July.
Remembering Ryan Rawl: July 4th event honors fallen deputy
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Three years later: Vigil held for slain teen Najeer Buggs
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Dorn VA helping Veterans cope with fireworks on July 4
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SC DHEC offers Fireworks Safety
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- This July 4th you may be ready to shoot off Fireworks, but DHEC has some tips to keep you safge. The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is urging everyone to put safety first, here are…
Richland Library Locations closed on Independence Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you're looking for a good read at the local library, keep in mind the Richland Library will be closed for the July 4th holiday. According the officials with Richland Library, all locations will close Wednesday, July…
AAA: Holiday travel up
Get ready to have a lot of company with you as you hit the road to celebrate the 4th of July.
