Train Derailment Under Investigation, Washington State
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Low Country Teacher Accused of Sexual Battery
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The Latest You Can Send Holiday Packages And Have Them Arrive Before Christmas
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- Christmas is right around the corner and people are scrambling to get their last minute packages and cards in the mail. Post-Master Walter Rowland said the U.S. Postal Service…
Richland County Council Reveals Details on Rejuvenating County, Some Members Still Have Concerns
[gtxvideo vid='tcRubkAN' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/tcRubkAN.jpg' vtitle='RICHLAND RENAISSANCE'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Big changes are coming to Richland County. County council members unveiled a plan to revitalize Richland including erecting a new judicial center at the Richland County Administrative on Hampton street, construction including demolishing…
Local Salon's Giving Spirit- Bring a Toy, Get Free Haircut
[gtxvideo vid='s7OnI9Te' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/s7OnI9Te.jpg' vtitle='Local Salon's Giving Spirit- Bring a Toy Get Free'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Tis the season to give...and to give back. The Salon at Remington College's 'Columbia Campus' is holding a toy drive the month of December. And, there…
Columbia Police Hiring
Columbia- The Columbia police department announced on Twitter Monday that they are hiring for new positions in law enforcement. The post also says to apply online if you are interested. For more on starting a career with Columbia police go…
Salvation Army's Red Kettle campaign reminder
[gtxvideo vid='8RLmCxa5' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/8RLmCxa5.jpg' vtitle='Salvation Army's Red Kettle campaign reminder'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The Salvation Army Red Kettle campaign is back and officials hope you can help them ring in Christmas with a little extra change. 82 cents of every…
Man arrested, Accused of Sexually Assaulting 6-year-old Girl
[gtxvideo vid='3UL477ip' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/3UL477ip.jpg' vtitle='31yo arrested, accused of sexually assaulting 6yo girl'] KERSHAW COUNTY, SC (WOLO) - Kershaw County deputies say they've arrested a man accused of sexually assaulting a six-year-old girl. Authorities say Timothy Witkop, 31, confessed to having "inappropriate…
Chicken Man's Famous Trailer Stolen, Community Steps Up To Help
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- Ernest Lee is a local legend. Since he moved here in 1999 he has become a household name to many. His artwork hanging in all across the state. "Because the…
Richland County Deputies Make Arrest in Attempted Murder Investigation
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- Richland County Deputies say they have made an arrest in connection with an attempted murder case. Deputies say Tony Tyrese Williams is facing multiple charges. The charges include two counts of attempted murder, unlawful possession of…
Governor McMaster Declares Statewide Public Health Emergency in Response to Opioid Deaths
[gtxvideo vid='0IpL89mz' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/0IpL89mz.jpg' vtitle='SC Opioids'] WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Governor Henry McMaster made a call to action Monday, urging state leaders and citizens to to put an end to our state's opioid epidemic. "I have today declared a statewide, public…
Jerry Richardson announces plans to sell Carolina Panthers
After Sports Illustrated reported Sunday afternoon, during the Panthers' 31-24 victory over the Packers, that at least four former team employees have received monetary settlements in response to inappropriate workplace comments and conduct by owner Jerry Richardson, Carolina's founder announced hours later that he will be selling the franchise following the 2017 season.
Deputies Investigate Attempted Murder,Carjacking in Richland Co.
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Richland County Deputies are searching for an attempted murder suspect after two men were shot in the upper body Saturday morning. At 6:10am deputies responded Silver Oak Circle in reference to a carjacking and attempted murder.…
Missing Elderly Man Found Safe in Lexington Co.
CHAPIN, SC (WOLO)- A missing elderly man was found safe Sunday afternoon in Lexington County. Terry Williams, 69, wandered away from his Chapin home off Limestone Point around 7 a.m. Williams is described as 5’10” and weighs around 160 lbs.,…
Man Dies After Being Ejected When Vehicle Overturns in Hopkins
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Richland County Coroner has identified the man who was killed after a single-vehicle collision early Sunday morning. Mathew R. Butler, 39, was the unrestrained driver of his vehicle that left the roadway and overturned several times, according…
911 Hang up Call Leads Deputies to Kidnapping And Drug Arrest in Richland Co.
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- A 911 hang up call led deputies to a kidnapping and drug arrest Sunday morning. Just before 7am Richland County Deputies responded to Sharpe Road for an attempted kidnapping. The female victim gave a vehicle description…
One Dead After Shooting Inside Lexington Bar
LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the victim of a homicide that occurred at a bar Sunday morning. According to Coroner Fisher, Rodney T. Leak, 41, of Columbia was pronounced dead at the scene due…
Elderly Man Killed In Fairfield Co. House Fire
FAIRFIELD COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The Fairfield County Sheriff’s Department and SLED are investigating a residential fire that claimed the life of an elderly man Saturday morning. The fire happened around 9:00am at 1520 Hwy. 215 North in Blair, SC. Coroner Chris…
Man Charged With Murder Following Fatal Stabbing in Columbia
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Richland County Coroner Gary Watts is releasing the name of the individual who died Friday after being stabbed. Abdias O. Pacius, 28, died at the hospital Friday morning. Watts said an…
Man Shot Multiple Times While Meeting With Acquaintance
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Deputies are searching for the person who shot a man multiple times Friday night. The shooting happened just before midnight at 7648 Garners Ferry Road. Deputies say the victim walked outside to talk to an acquaintance…
