Governor Henry McMaster ordered that all flags on state buildings be lowered to half staff on Thursday, in honor of fallen Cayce Police Officer Drew Barr. He was killed in the line of duty while responding to a domestic disturbance over the weekend.
The governor's office says the problem was found when the 74-year-old governor was scheduled for arthroscopic knee surgery. McMaster had suffered a slight meniscus tear while playing tennis with his wife.
Since 1998, DHEC says there have been 22 hot car deaths in the state.
The lawsuit filed in federal court Tuesday describes violence and neglect across facilities run by the state Department of Juvenile Justice.
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Ram Foundation is opening up registration for their free summer camp that promises to exercise children's minds just as much as their bodies while school is out…
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- It's back! The 'Cola Concert Series' is coming back to the Midlands with summer shows expected to heat things up. Tuesday organizers announced the series kick-off…
Elgin, SC (WOLO) -- Health Officials say a rabid bat was confirmed in Richland County. DHEC officials say it was found near Wood Fox Drive and Singing Wood…
CAYCE, S.C. (WOLO) - The Cayce Police Department releasing new details behind the tragic death of Officer Drew Barr who was killed in the line of duty on Sunday, April 24th. …
North Charleston Police say no one was injured when the flurry of gunshots unfolded around 8:45 p.m.
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department says a teen with medical conditions who went missing has been found safe.
Cayce, SC (WOLO) --- If you would like to send your condolences in honor of Officer Drew Barr who was killed in the line of duty, you can mail your…
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The City of Columbia is honoring one of the capital city's HBCU's by declaring Monday April 25, 2022 'Benedict College Tigers 2021-22 SIAC Championships Celebration Day'. The recognition comes…
Sumter, SC (WOLO) --- The South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP) is investigating a deadly crash they say took place Monday night around 6pm. According to SCHP, there was only one car involved…
Lexington SC (WOLO) --- The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department is trying to determine how an inmate in Federal custody died over the weekend. According to deputies, 39 year old…
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Columbia Police Department is investigating a shooting they say took place downtown just before 7pm Monday evening. Officials say the incident happened in broad daylight in the 2400 block of …
The NAACP says the death penalty violates the right to life which is the most basic of all human rights.
Supporters of a bill to allow women in South Carolina to get birth control pills at a pharmacy without a doctor's prescription are trying to get it passed before this year's session ends. A House subcommittee approved the bill, sending it to the medical committee.
The South Carolina Senate is getting ready to debate its version of the state’s $12.6 billion spending plan. The budget for the 2022-23 fiscal year is built around $1 billion in income tax rebates and another $1 billion in cuts, compared with the $600 income million tax cut proposed by the House.
South Carolina's most famous alum made good on his promise to come home and put on a show.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) --Midlands Law Enforcement agencies are sending thoughts, prayers and condolences to the family of Officer Drew Barr and the Cayce Police Department. The Richland County Sheriff's Department tweeted: 'Officer Drew Barr of the Cayce Police Department was…
