2017 Human Trafficking Report
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Midlands Native Hopes to Raise Awareness About Breast Density After Losing Mother to Cancer
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- College students allover the state are wrapping up their winter breaks before they head back to class next week but one Clemson junior from The Midlands is getting…
Gov. McMaster Proposes Tax Cut For Military Vets And First Responders
Lexington, SC (WOLO)-- Friday, Gov. Henry McMaster proposed a tax cut that he believes will help more than 50-thousand retired South Carolinians. While law enforcement leaders said this will help…
Tractor Trailer Fire Slows Traffic on I-20
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Traffic was stalled Friday afternoon after a tractor trailer fire. The Columbia Fire Department says the big rig burst into flames on I-20 West near the Broad River Bridge around 4pm. A spokesperson for the fire department says…
Lee Co. Woman Dies in House Fire
Lynchburg, S.C. (WOLO)--Firefighters in Lee County say an early morning house fire claimed the life of an 84 year old woman. A spokesperson for the Lee Co. Fire Dept. says Bertha Edwards, who was wheelchair bound, died in the fire…
SC Governor Proposes Tax Cuts for Veterans, First Responders
LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's governor is proposing tax cuts for veterans and first responders. Gov. Henry McMaster said Friday he wants to exempt the military, law enforcement, firefighter and peace officer retirement from state income tax. The tax…
SCE&G Customers Break Record for Energy Use During Cold Snap
CAYCE, S.C. (WOLO)- South Carolina Electric and Gas (SCE&G) customers set a new record high for energy usage. According to the company, customers used more than 103,700 megawatt hours (MWH) of electricity on Wednesday, January 3, 2018. The previous record…
ABC Columbia-Red Cross Blood Drive Set for January 9
[gtxvideo vid='UgpDcILA' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/UgpDcILA.jpg' vtitle='ABC Columbia/Red Cross Blood Drive Set for January 9'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- You can help give the gift of life by joining ABC Columbia for our annual New Years Blood drive. We are partnering with the Red Dross…
SC Attorney General Hosts Human Trafficking Coalition Meeting
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is hosting a Southeast Human Trafficking Coalition meeting. Advocates from eight states are taking part. “Human trafficking is the fastest growing crime in the world and South Carolina sits right between two…
Friday Closings Due to Winter Weather
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Here are a list of school and government closings for Friday, January 5 due to the winter weather. Schools: Bamberg School District Two will remain closed, Friday, January 5. Schools in Orangeburg Consolidated School District Three , Orangeburg…
Governor to propose tax relief for those who serve in uniform
The Governor will be in Lexington Friday morning to make an announcement about a tax reform proposal aimed at providing relief to those who serve in uniform.
AG Wilson to discuss latest statistics, efforts regarding human trafficking in the Southeast
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson along with members of the Southeastern Coalition Against Human Trafficking will discuss the prevalence of the crime, and their efforts to stop it, at a news conference Friday morning in the State House.
Coroner: Man Killed When Car Slides on Ice in Kershaw County
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A coroner in South Carolina says a man driving home from work was killed when his pickup truck slid off an icy interstate and hit trees. Kershaw County Coroner David West said Arther Cumbie Jr. was…
Drone Video Shows Charleston Hit with Snow
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Lexington County Looking for Bank Robbery Suspect
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How To Stay Warm And Protect House Pipes While Saving Money In Winter Weather
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- Now that the winter weather has taken hold, you might be reaching for your thermostat, but there are some other things you can reach for to keep your house…
Highway Patrol Warns Drivers to Look Out for Black Ice
[gtxvideo vid='W91L9U5t' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/W91L9U5t.jpg' vtitle='Icy Roads'] SUMTER COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)- SCDOT has been hard at work clearing state roads of ice and snow but some roadways still have leftover water on them that could pose safety hazards for drivers. Attorney Shayla…
School Closings for Friday due to Winter Weather
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Here are a list of school closings for Friday, January 5 due to the winter weather. Bamberg School District Two will remain closed, Friday, January 5. Schools in Orangeburg Consolidated School District Three , Orangeburg Consolidated School District…
City of Columbia Tips to Protect Pipes in Frigid Weather
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- As the freezing temperatures grip Columbia , City of Columbia Water officials would like to remind water customers to take precautions to protect pipes. Here are some tips: Leave your faucets dripping to keep water moving through…
