After months of ads, Graham, Harrison finally face off in SC
Republican U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham and Democratic challenger Jaime Harrison are facing off in South Carolina’s most expensive Senate contest.
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Casting your ballot on Election Day? Expect to see poll watchers
The democratic and republican parties have both called on their supporters to serve as poll watchers this Election Day.
Early voting numbers in South Carolina continue to shatter records, nearing 1.4 million as of Monday
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- On the last day of early voting in South Carolina, thousands wrapped around polling places across the state to cast their votes. The State Election Commission says roughly…
Gas prices falling around the nation
Across the country, gas prices have fallen to less than two dollars per gallon.
Senator Lindsey Graham, Jaime Harrison each hold rallies leading into Election Day
We're keeping an eye on several key races in the Palmetto State.
Vote 2020: What SC voters need to know heading into Election Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2020 and State Election officials want to make sure you have the information you need to cast a vote. Per the South Carolina Election Commission, there are some important deadlines. In…
Orangeburg schools begin Hybrid learning Monday
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) --- Starting Monday November 2, middle and high school students will return to face to face instruction with students split into smaller groups for hybrid learning. This is the second nine week grading period for Orangeburg schools…
Halloween curfew for registered child sex offenders now underway
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) wants to make sure your children are safe as they venture out for sweet treats this Halloween. As an extra layer of security, every year…
Senator Lindsey Graham, Jamie Harrison hold final debate
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Friday night, for the second and final time, Senator Lindsey Graham and his opponent, Jamie Harrison debated eachother in hopes of proving to voters their the right choice…
Senator Lindsey Graham, Jaime Harrison to participate in final debate Friday night
Jaime Harrison and Senator Lindsey Graham are set to debate one last time before election day. The two will face off tonight at 7 p.m. at the Columbia SCETV studios.
Nearly two decades after his disappearance, the family of Shelton Sanders still searching for his remains
REMBERT, S.C. (WOLO) -- It’s been nearly twenty years since University of South Carolina Student and Rembert native Shelton Sanders was first reported missing. However, his family is holding out hope that someone can…
Graham, Harrison near end of well-funded Senate fight
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - In the U.S. Senate contest, South Carolina voters must make a choice. They can reelect a powerful incumbent with a senior legislative role who has helped place conservative justices on the Supreme Court. Or they can…
Walmart removes guns, ammunition on display at U.S. stores
NEW YORK (AP) - Walmart says it has removed ammunition and firearms from displays at U.S. stores, citing "civil unrest" in some areas. The nation's largest retailer, based in Bentonville, Arkansas, sell firearms in about half of its 4,700 stores.…
One airline is flying past competition to offer free COVID-19 testing
(CNN) --- Washington (CNN Business)In what could be a glimpse into the future of pandemic air travel, United Airlines will begin offering free coronavirus tests to passengers on select routes.…
Columbia Mayor calls on his citizens to continue wearing masks, being diligent amid COVID-19 pandemic
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- With the number of COVID-19 cases rising across the country, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin and his City Council are considering all options to help keep people safe. One of these…
Hurricane Zeta causes downed trees and power lines in the Upstate
The Upstate saw the worst of what was left of Hurricane Zeta Thursday morning. The storm downed trees and power lines throughout the area. Neighbors say it was a frightening experience.
SLED: Former Detention Center Officer charged with misconduct in office
According to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, a former Detention Center Officer with the Laurens County Sheriff's Office has been charged with misconduct in office. Authorities say 33-year-old Philip Tollison is accused of exposing himself to an individual while on duty.
FBI says extremist threatened Gov. McMaster, President Trump, Obama in online posts
A man charged in an alleged conspiracy to kidnap Michigan’s governor also made threatening online comments about Governor McMaster & others.
University police officer fired, facing 52 child sex crime charges
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) - A South Carolina police officer lost his job after state investigators said he was accused of sexually abusing children. Winthrop University Police Officer…
A doctor's guide to safe trick-or-treating during the pandemic
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - You may not need to cancel trick-or-treating plans after all. Doctors at Lexington Medical Center recently came out with a Q&A about safely trick-or-treating during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their guidance provides suggestions and things to keep…
