Experts Discuss Best Ways to File Taxes at the Last Minute
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The deadline to file your state and federal taxes is tomorrow, April 18, 2017. If you have not filed yours yet. Experts say you are not alone. "45…
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Dozier Staying in Draft, Ending Gamecocks Career
Five days after PJ Dozier announced his intentions to declare for the NBA Draft, word leaked Monday that he'll be staying there. The Spring Valley alum and former high school All-American is reportedly signing with an agent, ending his collegiate…
I-20 Suffers Major Failure, Buckles Under Drivers in Georgia
Interstate 20 westbound will be closed for an indefinite amount of time as crews figure out the cause of a massive road buckling.
Teething Tablets Recalled
If you are the parent of a small child you may be impacted by a recall of a popular brand of teething tablets.
Concealed Weapons Bill in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) --Gov. Henry McMaster supports legislation allowing adults to openly carry a handgun in South Carolina without a permit. McMaster's spokesman Brian Symmes said Friday the Republican governor thinks the bill is constitutional and would ``sign it if…
Cleveland Police Seek Facebook Live Homicide Suspect
CLEVELAND (ABC NEWS)- Cleveland police were searching Sunday for a man who broadcast the fatal shooting of an elderly man on Facebook Live. The suspect, identified as Steve Stephens, also boasted in…
3 Officers Injured, 1 Stabbed in Disturbance at Kershaw Correctional
KERSHAW, SC (WOLO)-Three officers were injured, one of them stabbed, during a "disturbance" at the Kershaw Correctional Institution Sunday afternoon. South Carolina Department of Corrections Public Information Director, Sommer Sharpe says around 3p.m. there…
Woman Arrested For DUI After Fatal Motorcycle Crash
LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- A West Columbia woman has been arrested for driving under the influence when she was involved in a crash that killed a motorcyclist Sunday morning. Troopers say Catherine…
Troopers Searching For Car in Fatal Hit-And-Run
FAIRFIELD COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The South Carolina Highway Patrol is searching for a car involved in a fatal hit and run Sunday morning. Troopers say a pedestrian was hit on Old Camden Road near Trade Mill Court around 2:20a.m. According…
Room 211: The Massacre at Virginia Tech Remembered 10 Years Later
On the morning of April 16, 2007, 32 people died at the hands of a mass shooter at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in Blacksburg. With the 10-year anniversary of the second deadliest school shooting in U.S. history days away, two people who survived the assault in Norris Hall classroom 211 recounted that day to ABC News, while two families of victims who died shared how they're remembering their loved ones.
New Research on Quitting Smoking
[gtxvideo vid='vVJLoBlE' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/vVJLoBlE.jpg' vtitle='New Research on Quitting Smoking'] ABC NEWS--It's truly a life and death decision say health experts. Now, new evidence that some strategies to quit smoking may be better than others. Here's Dr. Timothy Johnson with this medical…
South Carolina Protesters Join National Call For Trump's Tax Returns
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-Dozens of South Carolinians wanted their voices heard as they protested in front of the State House Saturday to demand President Trump Release his tax returns. Taking part in…
North Korea's Attempted Missile Launch Fails, U.S. Officials Say
ABC NEWS- An attempted missile launch by North Korea failed when it exploded immediately after liftoff, a U.S. official says. An official said a missile was launched near Sinpo, North Korea, at 5:21 p.m. ET, and it exploded immediately. According…
Burned Body Found Near Paces Brook Apartments in Columbia
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Authorities say a body was found burning near Paces Brook apartments Saturday night. Columbia Fire officials found the body when responding to a brush fire and notified the…
'7th Annual Let’s Move! Columbia Easter' Event Promotes Good Health
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- If you ever thought fun and fitness could never collide, then think again. Mayor Steve Benjamin and the City of Columbia hosted the 7th annual Let's Move Columbia Easter…
Five Points Bar Facing Shut Down
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The future is still unknown for a troubled five points bar. Columbia Police Chief, Skip Holbrook met with owner of the pour house and his attorney on Friday. Holbrook…
Goat Yoga? Yes
[gtxvideo vid='KHdjHgE2' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/KHdjHgE2.jpg' vtitle='Yoga with Goats? Yes'] CNN-- Goat yoga is apparently the latest trend, at least on a farm in New Hampshire. It's become the hot new experience at one farm. Jennifer Long reports.
Easter Spending on the Rise for Chocolates and Decorations
[gtxvideo vid='5yXzMMtb' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/5yXzMMtb.jpg' vtitle='Easter Spending on the Rise'] CNN--Easter spending is high. According to the National Retail Federation spending for Easter is expected to reach 18 point four billion dollars, that's up six percent over last year's record and a…
USC Graduates Hope to Make Prom Easier With Tuxedo Rental Startup
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- A group of recent USC graduates is helping young men look great without them having to step foot outside their high school. Tux on Trux began as…
Tax Tips
[gtxvideo vid='GdtlI09W' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/GdtlI09W.jpg' vtitle='Tax Tips'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It's almost tax time, and for all you procrastinators, here are some tips. Know what to look for when choosing a tax preparer. Experts say take the extra step of checking out…
