Trump Replaces Christie with Pence as Head of Transition Team
President-elect Donald Trump has asked his running mate, Mike Pence, to take over the transition team efforts from New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, ABC News has confirmed.
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Reaction: Governor Haley Seeking to Remove Richland Rec Commission Members
[gtxvideo vid='T0HF8XNY' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/T0HF8XNY.jpg' vtitle='Reaction: Governor Haley Seeking to Remove Richland Rec Commission Members'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Thursday Governor Nikki Haley issued an Executive order in regards to the Richland County Recreation Commission Board Members. In the Executive Order from the Governor,…
Wildfires in GA, NC Causing Smokey Haze in Midlands
[gtxvideo vid='dhLpyfM5' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/dhLpyfM5.jpg' vtitle='Wildfires in GA, NC Causing Smokey Haze in Midlands'] Anderson, S.C. (WOLO) — If you noticed a smokey haze covering the Midlands again Friday you were not alone. The Forestry Commission says the heavy smoke is being…
Rep. Gowdy to Speak at Service Remembering Fallen Officers
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - U.S. Rep. Trey Gowdy is the special guest speaker at an annual remembrance of fallen South Carolina law enforcement officers. The South Carolina chapter of the Fraternal Order of Police has scheduled a service for 6:30 p.m.…
Congress Gets Diversity Boost with Record Number of Women of Color in Senate
White voters played a major role in getting Donald Trump into the White House, but one place where diversity appears to have gotten a boost is on Capitol Hill.
EdVenture Museum in Columbia Holds Military Appreciation Day
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - EdVenture children's museum in Columbia is holding a military appreciation day to honor those who serve in uniform on Veterans Day. All military members and their families are being granted free admission to the museum on…
Four Children Killed in Crash on I-95 in Colleton County
COLLETON COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - Four children were killed in a crash early Friday morning along I-95 in Colleton County, Colleton Fire reports. The department says crews responded to the crash around 4:30…
SC Prisons Open Up Program for Veterans Behind Bars
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina prisons are starting a new program to help veterans behind bars prepare for life outside of prison. The Department of Corrections announced in a news release that on veterans with an honorable discharge will be…
State Officials Expect Additional $446 Million Next Year
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The State Board of Economic Advisors say South Carolina budget-writers can expect to have an additional $446 million next year. The State newspaper reported the forecast Thursday includes nearly $140 million reserved for one-time expenditures, if…
Anti-Trump Protests Continue
Anti-Trump Protests continued for a second night across the country following the election of the billionaire business man, now President -Elect.
Bad Habits? Try Breakfast say Experts
[gtxvideo vid='CnY1tUuf' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/CnY1tUuf.jpg' vtitle='Bad Habits? Try Breakfast say Experts'] CNN--Wondering how to break those bad habits? Experts say it starts with a good breakfast. Start the day with foods that are high in protein and healthy fats say experts, and…
Veterans Day Parade in City of Columbia Friday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The 38th annual Veterans Day parade in the City of Columbia’s is Friday. It's known as one of the largest Veterans Day Parades in the Southeast. The parade starts at 11 a.m. from the intersection of Sumter and Laurel…
Political Science Expert on Trump and the Election
[gtxvideo vid='LVnaCjKL' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/LVnaCjKL.jpg' vtitle='Political Science Expert on Trump and the Election'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--As midlands residents and the country continue to absorb the election and the transition plans in place at Donald Trump heads to the White House, experts are…
New Auto Recalls Issued
DETROIT (AP) --Volvo is recalling about 74,000 cars and SUVs in the U.S. because the front passenger seat belt may not hold people in a crash. The recall covers certain S60, S90, V60, XC60 and XC90 vehicles from the 2016…
OPINION: The System Is Rigged, Which Is Why It's Finally Time to Retire the Electoral College
Editor's note: Dan Abrams is ABC News' legal analyst. This post first appeared on the website Mediaite. Any opinions expressed in this column are solely those of the author.
Governor Haley Issues Executive Order Seeking Removal of Richland Rec Commission Members
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Thursday Governor Nikki Haley issued an Executive order in regards to the Richland County Recreation Commission Board Members. In the Executive Order from the Governor, it states, I hereby provide written notice to all members of the Richland…
Two People Found Dead at Home in Travelers Rest
TRAVELERS REST, S.C. (AP) - Greenville County sheriff's deputies are investigating after two people were found shot to death at a home in Travelers Rest. Master Deputy Ryan Flood said deputies were called to check on a resident's welfare about…
Man Kills Suspected Carjacker
Authorities say a man shot and killed a suspect trying to rob him in Aiken County after the suspect forced the carjacking victim into his own vehicle where he was able to grab his gun.
Democrats, Republicans and Political Experts React to Election
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- A big night for the GOP in South Carolina. The state went red for President-Elect Donald Trump. Other candidates won big in their local races as well.…
Jewish Food Extravaganza Happening Sunday
[gtxvideo vid='u2wWSvmH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/u2wWSvmH.jpg' vtitle='Jewish Food Extravaganza Happening Sunday'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Bubbie's Brisket and Bakery comes to Beth Shalom Synagogue on Sunday, November 13. The Jewish food extravaganza features savory and sweet treats. It takes place from 11 a.m. to…
