Deputies Armed with "Buddy Cards" to Connect with Kids
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is seeking to strengthen bonds with youth community members through a new "buddy card" program.
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Lexington deputies train to save lives
[gtxvideo vid='H6nIuEzr' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/H6nIuEzr.jpg' vtitle='LCSD Save a Life'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Learn how to save a life. The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is now training all deputies with new live-saving equipment. With a 20 second countdown deputies are learning how…
SC Hospitals Taking in Patients Evacuated From Hurricane Maria
WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- South Carolina Hospitals will receive evacuated patients from islands damaged by Hurricane Maria. National Disaster Medical System (NDMS) officials tell ABC Columbia News that they found out the…
NFL Teams Respond to Trump With Non-Participation, Kneeling in Protest
ABC NEWS- NFL players, teams and owners across the league responded Sunday to President Trump's criticism of players kneeling in protest during the national anthem, with some kneeling, others locking arms and still…
Tennessee church shooting leaves 1 dead, 6 injured
One woman has been shot dead and six others churchgoers are wounded after a gunman opened fire Sunday at a church outside of Nashville, Tennessee, authorities said. Medical personnel are treating several…
Fort Jackson: Expect Delays During Exercise on September 26
FORT JACKSON, S.C. (WOLO) – Soldiers, employees and visitors can expect longer than usual wait times at Fort Jackson’s entrance gates on September 26. According to Fort Officials, they will be holding a force protection exercise, that will involve simulated casualties.…
Midlands Plant and Flower Festival Blooms September 22-24
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Get ready for fall blooms. The South Carolina Department of Agriculture will once again host its annual Midlands Fall Plant & Flower Festival on September 22-24. It will take place at the State Farmers Market off Charleston Highway, in…
Animal Services Hosts Adoption Special in Columbia and Lexington
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Looking to adopt a furry friend? Animal Services is hosting an adoption special Saturday for $15. Columbia and Lexington Services will be hosting their Pre-Owned Adoption Special September 22-23, 2017. All animals include spay/neuter, micro-chip, Feline Leukemia/Heartworm Test, initial…
Mother of Missing Baby Arrested
An 11 month old baby has not been seen in months and now authorities in Myrtle Beach have arrested the child's mother as they continue their search.
Owner And Locals React To Empire Supper Club Closing
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- Empire Supper Club is officially closed and their business license revoked. Joe Stovall, the owner of Empire Supper Club, said he was surprised and saddened by the decision. Although appealing is still on the table, he is…
Leaders and Organizations Weigh In On Graham-Cassidy Health Care Bill
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The South Carolina Department of Insurance said the cost of coverage under the Affordable Care Act will rise in our state next year. Bob Hartwig of Darla Moore's School…
Vista Guild Responds To Empire Supper Club Officially Closing
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Police Chief Skip Holbrook announced Empire Supper Club will have to keep their doors closed. Chief Holbrook delivered the news to Joeseph Stovall, the owner of Empire Supper Club, and Bakari Sellers, his legal representation on Thursday…
SC Attorney General Launches Human Trafficking Web Site
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Attorney General's Office launched a new web site Friday to aid in the fight against human trafficking. The web site is humantrafficking.scag.gov/ Attorney General Alan Wilson says the site offers an opportunity to learn about human…
New Cat Ordinance in Lexington Co.
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Lexington County is changing the way it deals with stray cats in the county. Beginning October 1st, community cats will be allowed to live freely throughout the county and no longer subject to restraint or confinement.…
Columbia Police Revoke License of Empire Supper Club in the Vista
[gtxvideo vid='YkPf5h4C' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/YkPf5h4C.jpg' vtitle='Empire Supper Club'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Columbia Police Chief Skip Chief Holbrook says he has finalized his decision to revoke the city-issued business license of the Empire Supper Club. The club, in the Vista, was served an official…
CVS makes it more difficult for patients to get opioids
[gtxvideo vid='YSXUBpIY' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/YSXUBpIY.jpg' vtitle='CVS Opioid'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - One of the nation's largest pharmacies is making it harder to get opioids. CVS announced Thursday that it will limit opioid prescriptions in an attempt to fight the epidemic of overdoses.…
Teen, Man Arrested Accused of Making Bombs
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)- A Lexington County man and teenager have been charged with making homemade bombs after explosive materials were found at the man’s Leesville home, say deputies. A parent of a…
Vista Nightclub License Revoked
A nightclub in the Vista will have it's license revoked following a weekend shooting that injured 8 people. Click here to see more on Chief Holbrook's decision.
Veterans Job Fair
Military men and women and their spouses put on their boots for duty. This time not on the field, but at a fair focused on employment.
Consumer Affairs Offers Tips to Help You Determine if Your Identity was Compromised in Equifax Breach
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- After the massive Equifax security breach impacted our entire nation, officials in our state want to make sure millions of people that were affected here know how to avoid…
