New SC law allows pharmacies to give birth control without prescription
The Pharmacy Access Act, signed into law last week, allows pharmacies to give out certain types of hormonal birth control even if a customer doesn't have a prescription.
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Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program kicks off June 1st
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program returns to South Carolina on Wednesday, June 1st. Every year the Department of Social Services partners with the USDA and senior serving organizations to give nutritious produces to seniors in…
Chief Reynolds: 10 people injured during mass shooting in downtown Charleston Monday
Charleston Police Chief Luther Reynolds said at least 10 people were injured during what officials are calling a mass shooting Monday night in downtown Charleston. Four of those people are still in critical condition, as of Tuesday afternoon, he said. The youngest victim was 17-years-old.
Dept. of Consumer Affairs warns of scammers trying to take advantage of this Hurricane Season
Hurricane Season begins tomorrow and the State Department of Consumer Affairs warns South Carolinians to beware of scammers this time of year.
8-year-old dies after random shooting in Florence
Officials say the suspect was randomly shooting at cars passing by his home when he hit and killed an 8-year-old boy.
City responds to claims of "earthy" tasting water
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Officials with the City of Columbia water department say they have received several complaints about an earthy taste in the drinking water in downtown. Officials say it is the result of elevated algae levels in the water…
Deputies:Two-year-old shot at apartment complex
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - A 2-year-old is in the hospital after deputies say they were shot at a Columbia apartment complex. Richland County deputies are on scene at a Columbia apartment complex after a child was shot. Deputies responded to…
Florence teen dies following shooting near CCU apartments
A teenager from Florence has died following a shooting at apartments near Coastal Carolina University Sunday morning.
Fort Jackson's Memorial Day Commemoration Ceremony
“Their memories are etched in my soul. It's something that I never forget and everyday I seek to be a better person to serve them and their families,” said Brigadier General Michaelis.
Lowcountry mother says her child was put on the wrong school bus, went unaccounted for three hours
It's a parent's worst fear, not knowing where their child is. That nightmare came true for one Lowcountry mother when her child was put on the wrong school bus.
Early voting starts for first time in South Carolina Tuesday
South Carolina begins regular early voting across the state for the first time Tuesday.
Officials encourage prep as hurricane season starts in SC
Meteorologists are predicting an above average number of hurricanes and tropical storms this year.
Orangeburg police announce suspects arrested in shooting death of 6-year-old
ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - The Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell announced during a press conference the arrest of two teens are in the shooting death of 6-year-old Winston O’Conner Hunter. Sheriff Leroy Ravenell discussed the shooting death Hunter who…
SC Hurricane Preparedness Week kicks off
The theme of this Hurricane Preparedness Week is "Know Your Zone, Prepare Your Home, Remember Your Route."
Orangeburg County Sheriff to hold press conference on 6-year-old killed in drive-by shooting
(Source: OCSO) ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office will hold a press conference on Sunday, May 28 at noon to discuss important updates in the drive-by murder of a Woodford child. Sheriff Leroy Ravenell will discuss…
Southern Baptist leaders release secret accused abuser list
Included in the list, is nearly 30 people in the Palmetto State.
Officials stress the importance of being ready ahead of Hurricane Preparedness Week in SC
Hurricane Season is just days away and if you haven't prepared already, officials say now is the time.
SCDOT pauses lane closures on interstate for Memorial Day weekend
If you're hitting the roads this weekend for the Memorial Day holiday, the Department of Transportation says nothing besides gas prices should hold you back. There will not be any lane closures on interstate highways, unless for emergency circumstances.
Lexington man sentenced to S.C. maximum for sexual assault
Lexington County Sheriff's Deputies say a man charged with Criminal Sexual Conduct will spend the next few decades behind bars after being given the state maximum for criminal sexual assault
HS administrator charged following altercation with student
Cayce, S.C (WOLO)--Police with the Cayce Dept. of Public Safety say two students were involved in an fight Wednesday morning. One of the students involved say school administrator Leon Brunson…
