Bill Shoring Up Pension System Heading to Governor's Desk
A bill designed to stabilize South Carolina's pension system for public workers is heading to Gov. Henry McMaster's desk.
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Man in Drunk Lives Matter Shirt Charged with Drunken Driving
Police in Pennsylvania say they arrested a man wearing a Drunk Lives Matter shirt for drunken driving.
Legendary Comedian Don Rickles Has Died
Comedian Don Rickles died Thursday morning as a result of kidney failure, his publicist confirmed to ABC News.
Senate OKs 'Nuclear Option,' Clears Path for High Court Nomination Vote
The Senate has altered the longstanding practice for confirming Supreme Court justices after Democrats today blocked the nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch. In order to bypass Democrats’ opposition, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., first invoked the so-called nuclear option.…
Woman Falls Off Bridge Taking Selfie
A woman, who was trying to take a selfie, fell off the tallest bridge in California. The Placer County Sheriff's Office said is very lucky to be alive.
Doctor Who Stopped to Help Teens in Car Accident Dies
A Detroit doctor who stopped to help passengers in an overturned car died after being struck by a car herself.
Two Teenage Girls Dead After Falling From Myrtle Beach Hotel
A death investigation is underway after two teenage girls died from a fall on Wednesday at a Myrtle Beach hotel, according to Lt. Joey Crosby with Myrtle Beach police and Coroner Robert Edge.
Pepsi Yanks Controversial Ad
New Pepsi ad pulled after it fizzles following social media outcry.
Grand Jury Indicts SC Man Suspected of Wanting to Join ISIS
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The FBI says a South Carolina man arrested as he tried to get on a plane to the Middle East to fight for the Islamic State told an undercover agent he wanted to torture an American.…
Storms Push Through Midlands Leaving trail of Damage
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Heavy rain and thunderstorms brought strong winds, flooded roadways and even hail on Wednesday. Relentless rain flooded highways and overflowed into streets. Powerful winds knocking down trees into power lines…
Governor's Picks for SC Ports Authority Clear Hurdle
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Gov. Henry McMaster's picks for the South Carolina Ports Authority board have cleared a key confirmation hurdle after again telling legislators their nominations had nothing to do with embattled political consultant Richard Quinn. The nominations come…
Storms Bring Hail to the Midlands
[gtxvideo vid='Lr72z81j' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Lr72z81j.jpg' vtitle='Storms Bring Hail to the Midlands'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Wednesday afternoon brought raging winds, rain and even hail, as a massive southeastern storm moved across the Midlands. In Lexington, people reported hail from Cayce, to West Columbia…
Sinkhole Forms in Columbia After Storm
[gtxvideo vid='PKGICidu' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/PKGICidu.jpg' vtitle='Sinkhole Forms in Columbia After Storm'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Storms bringing winds and rain Wednesday flooded streets in downtown Columbia. A sinkhole formed at the intersection of Assembly and Lady. Columbia Police barricaded the area as crews began…
S.C. Emergency Management Division Shares Severe Weather Tips
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Schools, businesses and events closed early Wednesday to give people enough time to make sure their families are safe. The South Carolina Emergency Management Divison says you should…
Severe Weather Floods Downtown Streets, Strands Drivers
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Severe weather prompted flash flood warnings across the Midlands. From the usual areas near downtown at Whaley street and Main, to areas that don't normally see flooding, streets were underwater Wednesday afternoon. Columbia Fire officials barricaded Saluda…
Some State Offices, Local Offices Closing Early Due to Weather
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Due to the possibility of severe weather some State and Local Government offices are closing. From SC EMD: Richland County Government will close at 1pm. Saluda County Government will close at 2pm. Richland County Recreation Commission Administrative Offices…
Tornado Confirmed in Union County from Monday
[gtxvideo vid='a0EmttTH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/a0EmttTH.jpg' vtitle='Tornado Confirmed in Union County from Monday'] UNION, SC (WOLO)-- Officials with the National Weather Service confirm an EF 1 Tornado touched down in Whitmire in Union County Monday. During the storm, a mobile home was flipped…
Severe Weather Safety Tips
COLUMBIA, SC ( WOLO)-- As we prepare for severe weather, it's important to keep safety tips in mind. First, make sure to keep up to date with Chief Meteorologist John Farley. He's monitoring the storm's path. You can follow him…
South Braces for Storms, Possible Tornadoes
ABC NEWS (AP)- Associated Press-- Alabama's governor declared a state of emergency and schools in South Carolina planned to dismiss classes early Wednesday ahead of severe thunderstorms expected to move across the Southeast, bringing a threat of tornadoes and hail…
'South Carolina Future' Athletes Inspired by National Championship Win
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The lady Gamecocks national championship win is making a big impact on local kids who say it's even bigger than basketball. The young athletes are driven to play a…
