Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) ---Providing an objective view point of every encounter is one of the biggest benefits of body cameras for law enforcement. Major Florence McCants with the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy says, "They're able to put a jury…
Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) -- This week is Severe Weather and Flood Safety Awareness week in South Carolina. Following October's historic floods, officials are learning from the experience and reminding residents to have a plan in place should severe weather…
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ This week is Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week in South Carolina. State and federal officials are drawing attention to the dangers of severe thunderstorms, tornadoes and flooding during a Monday news conference at the…
FLINT, Mich. (AP) _ The tone is changing between Democratic presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders. At Sunday night's debate in Flint, Michigan, the two tangled aggressively on issues like trade and Wall Street influence. But Clinton said that…
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (USC SID) -- No. 3/2 South Carolina continued its defensive dominance and mixed in 55.6 percent shooting in the second half to claim its second-straight SEC Tournament championship with a 66-52 win over No. 16/16 Mississippi State. The…
ABC NEWS -- Nancy Davis Reagan, wife of the late President Ronald Reagan, died Sunday at her home in Los Angeles. She was 94. The former first lady will perhaps be best remembered for her loyalty to her husband. She…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Veterans on the hunt for a job can get some help in March at an annual Veterans Fair. Congressman Joe Wilson will host two Veterans Fairs in the Midlands and Aiken. Wilson says the goal is to bring…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready to wear red for heart health. The City of Columbia is gearing up for its annual Go Red Fashion Show. The city is inviting everyone to recognize Heart Health Awareness. The City of Columbia’s Second…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Officials in Richland School District Two want to start a conversation about diversity in the community. The office of Diversity and Multicultural Inclusion is hosting a series of Community Conversations now through the spring. Community members are invited…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia's area leaders want to hear from you. City of Columbia Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine and Councilman Howard Duvall, Jr are set to host an open house this month. They're asking for anyone interested to stop by…
Ben Carson on Friday announced his next move after effectively ending his presidential campaign: chairing a group focused on getting out the Christian vote in November.
(ABC News) -- The Republican presidential candidates lobbed attacks at each other in Detroit tonight, as they offered their final pitches to Michigan voters ahead of next week's primary. The debate, hosted by Fox News, welcomed GOP front-runner Donald Trump…
Trump University is the latest business venture connected to Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump to come under scrutiny.
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- Saturday and Sunday you can help out the Midlands with a series of Community events. In West Columbia, the Police Department is teaming up with BILO, located at 2349 Augusta Rd, this Saturday, March 5, 2016 from…
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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Looking to bring a furry friend home? Meet Foxy this weeks "Pawmetto" Pick. Crysty Vaughan sits down with the folks from Pawmetto Lifeline to introduce you to Foxy and the chance to adopt. [gtxvideo vid='OToOxTWy' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/OToOxTWy.jpg' vtitle='Pawmetto…
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP)-- Flu season in South Carolina is reaching its peak and it has not been as severe as last season. Department of Health and Environmental Control figures show there have been 12 lab-confirmed flu deaths in the state…
WASHINGTON (AP) _ Donald Trump's Republican presidential rivals say they'll support him if he wins the GOP nomination. At Thursday night's debate in Michigan, Marco Rubio said he's committed to his party and therefore would support the nominee. Ted…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Protecting you from identity theft, that's just one of the goals of the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs upcoming Consumer Protection Week. According to Consumer Affairs officials, the series of events is meant to raise awareness…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- The increasingly common threat of active shooters is forcing all law enforcement to be always at the ready. Timely team work, that's how the South Carolina Highway Patrol trains troopers to handle active shooter situations. Sgt.…
