SC House to start budget debate; billion-dollar split looms
The South Carolina House will begin debate on the state's $14 billion budget Monday, but one billion-dollar bit of business probably won't get settled until well into the spring.
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SLED: Barricaded person found dead in Lexington home
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) - SLED is investigating an incident that involved a barricaded subject in Lexington County. According to SLED officers attempted to negotiate with the subject for over 24 hours, from Saturday afternoon into Sunday afternoon. Once Lexington Police…
One killed, four injured in early morning shooting
Columbia, SC (WOLO)--Columbia Police say four people were injured and one killed in a shooting at a downtown apartment complex. Investigators say officers arrived shortly after 2am Sunday following a reported shooting at Greene Crossing Apartments on Pulaski St. According…
Teens arrested after bomb threat at movie theatre in Lexington
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) - People were evacuated from the Regal Northlake Village after a bomb threat was made at the theatre on Saturday evening. According to the Lexington Police Department officers searched and cleared the building. Investigators believe the threat…
Trump 'Save America' rally in Florence
FLORENCE, S.C. (WOLO) - Former President Donald Trump made a visit to Florence on Saturday night. Thousands gathered to hear Trump speak at his 'Save America' rally. The former president criticized President Joe…
Russia's invasion on Ukraine driving up gas prices
(CNN) -- The fallout from Russia's invasion of Ukraine is contributing to the U.S. gas prices hitting record highs. And just ahead of the summer driving season it's already having an impact…
Donald Trump in SC for 'Save America Rally'
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Former President Donald Trump is returning to South Carolina. According to the South Carolina Republican Party, Trump will hold a rally at Florence Regional Airport Saturday March 12th. In the 2020 election, Trump won SC with 55.1%…
House Judiciary Committee considers drug induced abortion process
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- A bill that would require doctors to inform patients receiving drug-induced abortions about a controversial method to possibly halt the abortion process is moving forward in the house. The…
DHEC: 262 new cases of COVID-19, 41 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 262 new cases of COVID-19 and 41 additional virus related deaths in the state.
3 charged in connection to elderly abuse caught on tape
Sumter Co., SC (WOLO) ---- The Sumter County Sheriff's office has arrested three adults and placed several juveniles in the custody of DSS after video surfaced of the children abusing an elderly relative. We want to warn you, the video…
S.C. Forestry Commission employee arrested for arson
Moncks Corner, SC (WOLO) --- The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office has arrested a South Carolina Forestry Commission employee charged in connection to string of suspicious wildfires. Deputies say…
Highway Patrol updates fatal hit and run investigation
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Troopers with the South Carolina highway patrol are updating the investigation into a deadly hit and run in Columbia. Thursday troopers released a picture of a car they believe was involved in the incident. Troopers previously released…
'Serve & Connect' creates community policing app
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Making the Midlands a safer place to work, live, and raise a family. That's the goal of a new community policing app. The application, paid for by Nephron Pharmaceuticals is…
'Abortion reversal' bill moves forward in S Carolina House
A bill that would require doctors to inform patients receiving drug-induced abortions about a controversial method to possibly halt the abortion process is moving forward in the South Carolina House.
Serve & Connect developing new community policing app funded by Nephron Pharmaceuticals
Funded by Nephron Pharmaceuticals, Serve & Connect is developing a way for statewide police officers and community leaders to address the root causes of crime and promote community safety.
All SC counties reporting gas price averages above $4
More bad news for those dreading filling up their tanks tonight. Every single county in South Carolina reports the average price for a gallon of gas is above $4.
SC Senate unanimously passes income tax cut and rebate
The South Carolina Senate has unanimously passed a $2 billion income tax cut and rebate bill, setting up what will likely be intense negotiations with the House over the $1 billion tax cut it passed last month.
Ex-'American Idol' star charged in fatal crash still in jail
A former "American Idol" contestant accused of fatally running over a man last month will remain in a South Carolina jail while toxicology results are pending.
House Majority Leader Simrill won't run again
The South Carolina House's longest serving Republican said he is not going to run for reelection this year.
SCDEW reports increase in initial unemployment insurance claims last week
SCDEW says the number of South Carolinians filing first time unemployment insurance claims increased last week.
