Driver Shot During Florence Stop Charged
A man shot in Florence after police say he fled a traffic stop is now facing multiple charges.
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Parents of Teen Who Died From Drinking Energy Drinks Hope to Help Others
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- After their beloved 16-year-old son Davis Cripe died from drinking too much caffeine, the family is now speaking out. "The hardest thing a parent could ever go through. Living…
Cobbs Hill Man Died of Natural causes, Autopsy shows
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) - According to Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher, an autopsy to determine the cause of death of a man who was suspected of being beaten while picking up his newspaper in the Cobbs Hill Subdivision, was conducted on…
State Announces Take-Over of School District
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Superintendent Molly Spearman Wednesday declared a state of emergency in Williamsburg Co. Wednesday afternoon Spearman announced the state is taking over the Williamsburg Co. School District due to financial mismanagement, systemic programmatic issues, and poor student academic…
Daylight Saving Time Debate at State House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Fall back or spring forward, that's the decision some South Carolina lawmakers want to leave in the hands of their voters. Members of a House subcommittee question Wednesday whether the Palmetto State should continue adjusting their…
No Discussion on SC Assault Weapon Ban
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The South Carolina legislative session has come and gone without any meaningful conversation on gun control. The constitutional laws subcommittee was scheduled to take up Rep. Wendy Brawley's proposal to ban assault weapons, high-capacity magazines, and bump stocks,…
Benedict College Inaugural Events
[gtxvideo vid='S8vyooef' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/S8vyooef.jpg' vtitle='Benedict College Inaugural Events'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Benedict College is celebrating the upcoming Inauguration of the school's new president. Dr. Roslyn Clark Artis will be sworn in as the Fourteenth and First Female President on Friday. The college…
Love, Peace and Hip Hop Festival Kicks Off Wednesday
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Love, Peace and Hip Hop, a five day Festival is here in the Capital City. The annual event is aimed at celebrating musical icons who've made a difference in the history of the musical genre. This…
Former Jail Guard in South Carolina Arrested
DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP) - A former jail guard in South Carolina has been arrested and charged with misconduct in office. Darlington County Sheriff's Lt. Robby Kilgo said in a news release Monday that Ashley Kameil Sims is accused of illegally…
Richland Searches for Burglary Suspects
[gtxvideo vid='IVHEpwIt' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/IVHEpwIt.jpg' vtitle='Richland Searches for Burglary Suspects'] Richland Co., SC ( WOLO) ---- The Richalnd County Sheriff's Department is hoping you recognize these three men they are searching for. Deputies say the trio kicked in the back door of…
SC ranks 9th from the bottom for millennials
[gtxvideo vid='GGmYuelE' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/GGmYuelE.jpg' vtitle='SC ranks 9th from the bottom for millennials'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Experts say millennials make up the largest generation in the US but earn 20 percent less than the baby boomers did at the same age.…
Mom accused of taking shot 2-year-old from SC to NY
[gtxvideo vid='jVQdpB5C' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/jVQdpB5C.jpg' vtitle='Mom accused of taking shot 2-year-old from SC to NY'] CONWAY, SC (WOLO) - A mother in Conway is accused of refusing to get her son help after he was shot in the leg. Police say she…
Trump hails championship Alabama football team
President Donald Trump hailed the University of Alabama football team’s “win for the ages” in their latest championship season.
Governor Offers to Send Troops to Border
Some of South Carolina's National Guards could be headed to Texas to help secure the Mexican border.
Candidates Speak During Gubernatorial Forum
Candidates running for South Carolina Governor join their competitors for a panel to give voters a chance to hear where they stand on issues that impact them.
Selling Energy Drinks To Minors Under 18 Might Become Illegal
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- House Representatives are taking on energy drinks after a 16-year-old Midlands boy died because of too much caffeine. Representative Leon Howard said it is time to treat energy drinks like cigarettes…
Lexington man sentenced to 15 years for trafficking meth
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) - Robert Tyler Geiger, 30, was sentenced today to 15 years for Trafficking Methamphetamine. Geiger pled guilty instead of going forward with his trial. Evidence in the case established that shortly after midnight on August 20th, 2017, Troopers…
Attorney General responds to Norman controversy
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - Attorney General Alan Wilson says U.S. Representative Ralph Norman will not face charges for placing a loaded handgun on a table during a campaign event. In a statement released today, Wilson said the actions of the…
Sumter Police Investigating Fatal Crash
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)-- Police in Sumter are investigating an accident that left a 29 year old woman dead. Investigators say just before 8:30 a GMC Yukon was turning left into a business plaza on South Pike West whit it hit…
Window Manufacturer Expanding Operations in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A window manufacturer is expanding operations in South Carolina. According to the Governor's office, J. Geiger Shading, is expanding its existing Charleston County operations with $1.1 million investment. The expansion is expected to 26 new jobs. According to…
