Police: Drugs and Gun Land Woman in Jail
Kershaw Co., SC (WOLO) --- The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office says 21 year old Alexia Shontae Johnson was arrested after authorities say they discovered evidence that made it appear she Johnson…
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Update: Missing 4-year found in Alabama, suspect arrested in Mississippi
UPDATE (10:00 p.m.)(WOLO, WCIV) - Authorities confirmed that Thomas Lawton Evans, the suspect in the case of the missing four-year-old from South Carolina, has been taken into custody. He was arrested…
Richland County Unveils Renaissance Project
[gtxvideo vid='39pbHQoO' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/39pbHQoO.jpg' vtitle='Richland County Working on Renaissance Project'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--This week, the public was able to learn more about a proposed plan to revitalize a portion of Richland County. The meeting was held at the Columbia Place Mall…
Search for Missing Charleston 4-Year Old Girl Underway
JOHNS ISLAND, S.C. (WCIV) - State and federal law enforcement agencies are searching for a missing child in Charleston County, S.C. The missing child is Heidi Renae Todd, 4, of 2985 Sweetleaf Lane, on Johns Island. The South Carolina Law…
SC Taking Shot in the Dark When it Comes to the Flu
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- This flu season continues to be one of the worst on record, and it doesn't look like South Carolinians are doing much to prevent it.…
A public call for SC to transition to clean energy
[gtxvideo vid='mObSkBU1' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/mObSkBU1.jpg' vtitle='A public call for SC to transition to clean energy'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - There was a large crowd inside the State House Tuesday (2/13) calling for the state to move toward clean energy sources like solar,…
RCSD Initiates New Training To Spot PTSD In Their Deputies
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- Law enforcement officers are trained to respond when others need help, but may sometimes are reluctant to ask for help themselves. Tuesday, Richland County deputies learned more about Post…
A Sweet Treat for Valentine's Day
Look no more for that perfect gift for Valentine's Day. Turns out Chocolate may be a better for your sweetheart than initially thought.
Ralliers From Around the State Oppose Offshore Drilling at the Statehouse
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The Trump Administration proposed an offshore plan to obtain oil by drilling in the ocean, which could include drilling off our coast here in South Carolina. Many made their…
FBI: LA Sex Assault Suspect Could Be In Area
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The FBI says a man wanted in a series of sexual assaults in California may be in the Midlands. This afternoon the bureau's Columbia field office tweeted out a picture of Greg Carlson. They say he is wanted…
SC Governor Signs Bill to Protect Manufacturers from 'Nuisance Lawsuits'
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Gov. Henry McMaster has signed a bill that he says will protect manufacturers from "nuisance lawsuits" by neighbors upset with the practices of nearby businesses. McMaster said Tuesday…
UPDATE: Airport HS assistant principal fired, investigated for alleged "unprofessional relationship with a student"
UPDATE (5:00 p.m.) - The Lexington School District Two revealed that Diimler was terminated by the Board of Trustees after the district’s investigation into allegations…
Democratic Gubernatorial candidate Phil Noble Speaks to Group in Chapin
[gtxvideo vid='dgpJ1SFL' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/dgpJ1SFL.jpg' vtitle='Democrat Phil Noble Speaks to Group About Candidacy'] CHAPIN, SC (WOLO)--Democratic Gubernatorial candidate Phil Noble is on the campaign trail. On Monday night, Noble spoke at the Ballentine-Irmo-Chapin Democrats and Progressives meeting at El Pablano restaurant on…
Off Shore Drilling Protest at State House Draws Large Crowd
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- At the State House Tuesday, a large crowd of protesters rallied against Off Shore Drilling legislation. Among those in attendance, at the State House, was South Carolina Congressman Mark Sanford. Those on hand at the rally could…
Opting for blooms this Valentine's Day? Experts remind you to shop local
The National Retail Federation reports American consumers will top $19.6 billion on Valentine's Day spending this year. Forecasts show that around 33 percent of celebrants will opt for flowers to show their love.
AG Wilson joins coalition to protect employees from sexual harassment
South Carolina's attorney general, Alan Wilson, joined a bipartisan coalition comprised of 56 states and territories, Monday, that's urging Congress to put an end to private, forced arbitration in workplace sexual harassment cases.
Soul of Philanthropy Exhibit on Display at Richland Library
[gtxvideo vid='nbbo6mA7' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/nbbo6mA7.jpg' vtitle='Soul of Philanthropy Exhibit on Display at Library'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--A nationwide exhibit is now on display here in the Midlands. The Soul of Philanthropy exhibit is now open at the Richland Library Main Branch. The multimedia exhibit…
Deputies Send Warning to Residents After Series of Break-ins in Lexington
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)- Deputies are warning residents to lock their car doors and put away their valuables after a spree of car break-ins throughout Lexington County. Over the past couple of months…
Amazon Announces Layoffs
The internet shopping site Amazon confirms plans to layoff workers, as they continue to search for a second headquarter location.
President Trump unveils infrastructure plan
[gtxvideo vid='Tbn1Hmc2' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Tbn1Hmc2.jpg' vtitle='President Trump unveils infrastructure plan'] WASHINGTON, D.C. (WOLO) - President Trump unveiled his infrastructure plan Monday (2/12). It includes $18 billion to create a public lands infrastructure fund for the Interior Department. The President says it's like…
