Quinn says judge's ruling just minor setback
Rep. Richard Quinn Jr. says a South Carolina judge's decision to reject his request to kick the prosecutor off his case is just the first step to try to clear his name.
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Depp asks crowd about assassinating the president
Last month, it was comedian Kathy Griffin's infamous beheaded Donald Trump photo that pit the president's supporters against Hollywood.
Televangelist with ties to NC indicted
A televangelist and so-called “prosperity preacher” with ties to Charlotte has been indicted by a federal grand jury.
Myrtle Beach starts trial run of sidewalk barricades on Ocean Boulevard
On Thursday, Ocean Boulevard visitors were greeted by the sight of a new series of barricades along certain sidewalks.
Search For Suspected Thieves
Columbia police continue searching for three young men wanted in connection to an armed robbery and car theft.
Former DJJ Supervisor Indicted
A former Supervisor for the State's Juvenile Prison has been indicted after alleged "hog tie" incident.
Kicking Sugar Habits: Health
[gtxvideo vid='Gifdzkg3' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Gifdzkg3.jpg' vtitle='Kicking Sugar Habits: Health'] CNN-Who doesn't love the sweet taste of sugar, from cookies to candy. But experts say sugar can be bad for your health. But the good news, there are ways to cut the sugar…
Confederate Flag Removed from State House still Sitting in a Box
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Nearly two years after South Carolina lawmakers promised to publicly display the final Confederate flag removed from Statehouse grounds, the banner still sits in a box in a museum. That's because the Legislature hasn't provided any…
Friends Remember Runner Who Died After Being Struck Near Sunset Boulevard
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Family and friends are remembering the life of a Lexington man who they say died doing one of the things he loved to do. An overflow of tributes filled…
USC and Siemens Corporation Partnership Hopes To Help Students Prepare for Jobs
[gtxvideo vid='yRTuYu7m' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/yRTuYu7m.jpg' vtitle='USC MCNAIR'] The massive partnership will give students of the University of South Carolina more advanced technology and machinery. "We have to make sure we have a tech-savvy, highly capable workforce that can come into those environments…
Coroner: Congaree drowning victim identified
The victim who died as a result of a swimming incident in the Congaree River on Sunday morning has been identified.
City of Columbia Going Green
[gtxvideo vid='XM5GVjUD' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/XM5GVjUD.jpg' vtitle='City of Columbia Going Green'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The City of Columbia is the first in South Carolina to commit to 100% clean energy. City council voted to approve the resolution, which establishes a community wide goal of…
Deputies: Teens vandalized church, broke into safe
Two Lexington County teens face numerous charges related to a series of crimes this week.
Senate Republicans to unveil 'discussion draft' of health care bill
Seven weeks after the House of Representatives passed the American Health Care Act, Senate Republicans are set to unveil their version of the health care bill Thursday. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., will reveal the legislative text at an all-members meeting at 9:30 a.m.
Newberry County Sheriff warns of recent scam
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office is warning residents to be aware of a phone scam.
Eric Garner's family 'frustrated' by federal probe
The family of Eric Garner -- the New York man who died after he was placed in a chokehold by an NYPD officer -- said they were "frustrated" by the lack of resolution in the federal investigation into Garner's death, which remains ongoing nearly three years later.
Columbia Votes for Clean Energy
The City of Columbia becomes the 36th City to opt for clean energy.
Russia Cancels Talk with US
Russia cancels meeting with the US aimed at fixing the relationship between the two.
Governor McMaster Set to Attend Announcement at Univ. of South Carolina
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Governor Henry McMaster will participate in a special announcement with University of South Carolina and Siemens officials. According to University officials, Siemens Corporation will announce a strategic partnership with the University of South Carolina to help prepare the workforce…
Governor McMaster Signs Industrial Hemp Bill into Law
[gtxvideo vid='uTtv1Woh' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/uTtv1Woh.jpg' vtitle='Governor McMaster Signs Hemp Bill into Law'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- With the stroke of a pen Wednesday, Governor Henry McMaster signed a bill into law that legalizes Hemp, for research purposes only. Hemp is a similar plant…
