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DHEC: 126 new cases of COVID-19, 35 additional virus related deaths in SC

DHEC reports 126 new cases of COVID-19 and 35 additional virus related deaths in South Carolina.

State emergency officials stress the importance of preparation during Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week

This morning, emergency management officials advised South Carolinians to have a plan in place, especially as we inch closer to hurricane season.

Red Flag Fire Alert remains in effect until dry, windy conditions improve

Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---- It may be warm outside which has many people looking to do a little Spring cleaning outdoors. If that consists of lighting a fire outdoors to clear debris…

SC DMV offers drivers with suspended licenses 'Amnesty'

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- If you have a suspended driver's license, this could be your lucky week. This week is the Department of Motor Vehicle's 'Amnesty Week 'for those who have suspended licenses. The…

Deputies: catalytic converter thief caught in the act

Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Deputies in Lexington Co. say they responded to a business on St. Andrews Rd. after someone called 911 about a suspicious person in the parking lot. Investigators say when they…

Game Day Nutrition opens its doors in Five Points

Charleston based shop Game Day Nutrition held its grand opening in Five Points this afternoon.

DHEC: 219 new cases of COVID-19, 76 additional virus related deaths in SC

DHEC reports 219 new cases of COVID-19 and 76 additional virus related deaths in the state.

Officials stress the importance of staying prepared during Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week

This week marks Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week in South Carolina, and officials are reminding people that tornadoes, flooding and wind can be serious dangers in the Palmetto State.

DHEC: Hospitalizations dropping this month

DHEC says the number of hospitalized COVID-19 patients is dropping this month.

SCDMV helping some drivers with suspended licenses reduce or clear their suspensions this week

This week, SCDMV says drivers with licenses suspended for certain reasons may be able to get their remaining suspension time cleared or reduced.

One man injured after shooting, Columbia Police Dept. investigating

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - One person is injured after a shooting in Columbia. A shooting on the 3400 block of Belvedere Drive has left one man injured, according to the Columbia Police Department. Investigators say they are working to talk…

One man is dead after shooting in Columbia

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - One man is dead after a shooting on Saturday, according to the Columbia Police Department. Investigators say the shooting happened around 1:00 p.m. on the 1700 block of Van Heise Street. Police say initially officers were…

Earthquake hits near Elgin

ELGIN, S.C. (WOLO) -United States Geological Survey reports an earthquake hit just outside of Elgin. According to the report, the earthquake happened Friday morning at 11:35 a.m. about 3.9 miles southeast of Elgin. The USGS says the quake measured at…

Consumer News: Russian invasion of Ukraine driving up corn prices, gas prices continue to soar across the country

South Carolina family demanding answers after daughter dies in New Orleans

A South Carolina mom is demanding answers tonight. Ciaya Whetstone, a former University of New Orleans student, died nearly two weeks ago after an Uber driver dropped her off at a hospital. Whetstone's family says authorities have not told them anything, and that Uber driver has not contacted them.