Catawba Pre-Release Center to close in November
The S.C. Department of Corrections has announced plans to close the Catawba Pre-Release Center in November.
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Exclusive: Family of Ft. Jackson Soldier Killed on Base Speaks
The family of one of the Fort Jackson Soldiers killed Friday speaks out
South Carolina Bucking Trend of Deer-Related Accidents
[gtxvideo vid='7KlJG0Ra' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/7KlJG0Ra.jpg' vtitle='South Carolina Bucking Trend of Deer-Related Accidents'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Fewer South Carolinians are having run-ins with deer on state roads. State Farm reports one in 95 drivers in the Palmetto State had a deer-related accident…
34-year-old Man in Sumter Arrested for Child Porn
[gtxvideo vid='Gc9kSutn' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Gc9kSutn.jpg' vtitle='34-year-old Man in Sumter Arrested for Child Porn'] SUMTER, SC (WOLO) - A Sumter man is in custody, accused of possessing and distributing child pornography. Investigators with the Attorney General's Office say a cyber-tip from the Center…
Another Candidate Enters the 2018 Governor's Race
[gtxvideo vid='mRlLcGp3' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/mRlLcGp3.jpg' vtitle='Another Candidate Enters the 2018 Governor's Race'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Another candidate is entering the 2018 Governor's Race. Charleston businessman Phil Noble told the Associated Press that he's running to change the system. Noble says a dysfunctional…
Councilman Announces Run For House Seat
A Richland County Councilman throws his name in the hat for the District 72 House Seat.
Deadly California Wildfire Latest
The California wildfire that continues to burn out of control is now to blame for at least 15 deaths according to fire officials. A death toll that could rise as crews work to stop the fast moving blaze.
Neighbors React to Murder on Crestmore Drive
COLUMBIA, S.C (WOLO)-The Richland County Sheriff's Department arrested Kenneth Gleaton this afternoon and charged him with murder after deputies found a 39-year-old woman dead inside a home on Crestmore Drive.…
Richland County Penny Tax Projects May Be Way Over Budget
[gtxvideo vid='9649jGRV' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9649jGRV.jpg' vtitle='PENNY TAX'] Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- Councilman Norman Jackson made a motion to freeze all penny tax projects until the council takes an in-depth look at the projects spending report. The penny tax is the 1%…
Get into the SC State Fair for $1 Opening Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The countdown officially begins...Opening Day for the South Carolina State Fair is One Dollar admission day on Wednesday. Gates open at Noon, Wednesday, October 11th and the cost for anyone and everyone is just one dollar... for that…
Fire Prevention Parade Set for Downtown Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='4MbAwPON' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/4MbAwPON.jpg' vtitle='Fire Prevention Parade Set for Downtown Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The Columbia Fire Department will host its 20th annual Fire Prevention Parade this week. Thursday's parade will start at 11 on Main and Laurel Streets and end at…
Suspect Arrested Following Fire
Richland Co. S.C. (WOLO)-- Richland County deputies arrested 38 year old Kenneth Gleaton in connection with the death of a woman whose body was found in a fire early…
Fort Jackson Update
An update to the deadly Fort Jackson accident that killed two soldiers and left 6 others with severe injuries.
President Trump Plans SC Trip to Support Gov. McMaster Campaign
[gtxvideo vid='UOYFK4MY' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/UOYFK4MY.jpg' vtitle='President Trump Plans SC Trip to Support McMaster Campa'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - President Donald Trump is coming to the Palmetto State to return a favor to Governor Henry McMaster, one of his first and biggest supporters.…
Victim Identified in Richland County Fatal Fire
[gtxvideo vid='Dd6TNtkT' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Dd6TNtkT.jpg' vtitle='Fire Marshal: Cigarette Caused Fatal House Fire'] RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO) - The Richland County Coroner has identified the body found inside a home after a fire. Coroner Gary Watts says Kathie Lacount, 61, died from smoke…
Upstate Damaged by Tropical Storm Nate
A look at some of the damage left in the Upstate by Tropical Storm Nate.
State Fair Discusses New Rides, Safety & Security
[gtxvideo vid='DSeAUxxy' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/DSeAUxxy.jpg' vtitle='STATE FAIR'] Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- There is one new ride this year you might be hopping on, that’s not your typical roller coaster. "You can come and see some camels. We have 13 different camels…
Colonial Life Arena Announces Refunds for Lil Wayne Concert, Promoter Says He Will Seek Litigation
[gtxvideo vid='T569ledE' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/T569ledE.jpg' vtitle='Weezy Refunds'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Colonial Life Arena (CLA) officials confirm Ticketmaster started issuing refunds Monday. The refunds come the same day concert promoters announced they would be seeking litigation as a result of the way they…
Richland Deputies Investigate Afternoon Shooting
Richland Deputies arrest two suspected gunman they say opened fire in broad daylight putting one man in the hospital following a Monday afternoon shooting.
SCE&G Offering LED Light Bulb Special for Customers
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- SCE&G electric customers can replace their old, incandescent light bulbs with Energy Star LED bulbs during the company's ‘5 for $5’ LED light bulb offer. You can purchase the…
