COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Federal authorities have weighed in on a lawsuit challenging South Carolina's "disturbing schools" law, arguing that the vague statute ends up disproportionately landing minority students and those with disabilities in juvenile jails. The filing in federal…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Federal prosecutors say a 46-year-old Greenville County woman faces up to three years in prison for trying to scam $11 million from the IRS. Acting U.S. Attorney Beth Drake said Wednesday that Stephanie Meyer of Simpsonville…
[gtxvideo vid='jfp6nC8g' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/jfp6nC8g.jpg' vtitle='Judge: Dylann Roof Trial Set for December 7'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Federal Judge Richard Gergel announced Thursday that opening statements in the Dylann Roof trial will begin Wednesday, December 7. Jury selection continued Thursday ahead of the opening…
[gtxvideo vid='cYq2DJmg' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/cYq2DJmg.jpg' vtitle='John Farley at the Governor's Carolighting'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Chief Meteorologist John Farley took to the grounds of the State House as the 50th annual SC Governor's Carolighting got underway Thursday Night. Choirs, bells, and entertainment were…
[gtxvideo vid='VLDYvNpe' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/VLDYvNpe.jpg' vtitle='Concert to Benefit Toys for Tots'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - A concert benefiting Toys for Tots will be held Sunday, December 4, at Music Farm Columbia. Bring a new, unwrapped toy and pay $5 at the door,…
South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley plans to seek about $64 million in next year's budget to cover damage to the state from Hurricane Matthew not covered by federal emergency aid.
[gtxvideo vid='Z40rJhhc' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Z40rJhhc.jpg' vtitle='Restoring Hope for Flood Victims This Holiday Season'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - United Way of the Midlands, which launched its "Restoring Hope" initiative in October, is continuing its push to get flood victims back in their homes…
[gtxvideo vid='rq5V45R1' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/rq5V45R1.jpg' vtitle='Donald Trump Heads to Indiana to Tout a Deal'] WASHINGTON (AP) _President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect Mike Pence travel to Indiana today to tout a deal made with the company Carrier to keep hundreds of…
NEW YORK (AP) _ Disney's South Pacific animated tale ``Moana'' fell short of a ``Frozen''-sized debut but nevertheless dominated the Thanksgiving box office with an estimated $81.1 million over the five-day weekend. The well-reviewed ``Moana,'' about a princess's mythical journey…
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (SCSU) – SC State University Athletic Director Paul Bryant, who has held the position for three years, resigned from his post, effective Dec. 15. Bryant will head to Grambling State University as the institution’s next athletic director. “I…
President-elect Donald Trump has officially announced his picks to head up the Treasury and Commerce Departments.
House Democrats will vote on several leadership positions this morning for the upcoming Congress, as the party licks its wounds and sets its sights on the future after a disappointing November election.
After hearing from 55 witnesses over a month, a South Carolina jury is set to hear closing arguments in the Michael Slager murder trial.
[gtxvideo vid='JO6rWD3v' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/JO6rWD3v.jpg' vtitle='Feed an Officer Campaign Kicks Off'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Heroes in Blue's "Feed an Officer" campaign runs through December 11. Visit a participating restaurants and simply, donate. All donations will be delivered to local departments in Richland…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Ready to ring in the season? The State Christmas Tree will be lit Thursday, December 1. And organizers have announced performers for The 50th Annual Governor’s Carolighting. Carolighting Children’s Choir Dreher High School Choir Dr. Marlena Smalls…
NEW YORK (AP) _ Thanksgiving weekend shoppers picked up hot toys, TVs and new Apple products, buying both online and in stores, but spent less per person because of rampant discounting that they've come to demand. All the receipts aren't…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) -- Another member of the Richland County Recreation Commission's Board of Directors is stepping down. Tuesday George Martin submitted a resignation letter to the governor's office. In the letter…
[gtxvideo vid='s9dFzh2q' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/s9dFzh2q.jpg' vtitle='A Profile : Who's Who in the Trump Cabinet '] CNN--President Elect Donald Trump hosts more meetings this week as he continues to put together the administration. Fredricka Whitfield takes a look at Who's Who in the…
[gtxvideo vid='6NX4Tli9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/6NX4Tli9.jpg' vtitle='Kennerly Rd. Penny Project Complete'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Good news for drivers in Irmo, the new Traffic Circle off Kennerly Road is now open. The construction on the round-about took several months, as part of the Richland…
ABC News--An Ohio State University student was shot dead by police after he plowed into pedestrians with a car and then stabbed multiple people with a butcher's knife at the OSU campus in Columbus this morning, officials said. The scene…
