FAA clears Boeing 737 Max to fly again
After nearly two years and a pair of deadly crashes, U.S. Federal Aviation Administration is clearing Boeing’s 737 Max for flight.
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68-year-old SC man arrested in Arkansas after 105 pounds of marijuana found during traffic stop
CONWAY, AR (WOLO) - Police in Arkansas have arrested a South Carolina man after officers found 105 pounds of marijuana in a car during a traffic stop. According to Conway Police, an officer noticed a vehicle traveling in the center…
U.S. Sen. Grassley, 87, says he tested positive for coronavirus
In this Oct. 12, 2020 file photo, Sen. Charles Grassley, R-Iowa, listens during a confirmation hearing for Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett before the Senate Judiciary Committee, on Capitol Hill in Washington. Grassley, the longest-serving…
President Trump has fired the federal election security director who vouched for 2020 election
FILE - In this May 22, 2019 file photo, Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Director Christopher Krebs testifies on Capitol Hill in Washington. “I have confidence that your vote is secure, that…
SC Democrats call for an investigation into Sen. Lindsey Graham's discussions with Georgia's Secretary of State
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The South Carolina Democratic Party (SCDP) is calling for an ethical investigation into Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC)’s conversations with elections officials in Georgia, Arizona, and Nevada. This comes after…
Georgia official says Sen. Graham asked him about tossing ballots
GA Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger: U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham asked him whether he had the power to reject certain absentee ballots.
Pickleball making its mark in Lexington County, bringing dozens out to play each week
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) -- One of the fastest growing sports in the country is making its mark in Lexington County. Pickleball, a game that was invented more than half a century ago, has gained a…
Emergency crews on scene of deadly house fire in Lexington County
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - Multiple agencies are on the scene of a deadly house fire in Lexington County. According to county officials, first responders found heavy smoke coming from the home in the 300 block of Chickasaw Trail. The county…
"It was time for a change": Gamecock fans react to Will Muschamp's firing
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Less than a day after the University of South Carolina parted ways with the Head Coach of their football team, Will Muschamp, several fans are thinking that the time was…
Death under investigation at UofSC
S.C. (WOLO)-- According to an alert sent out to students and faculty at the University of South Carolina, a death is under investigation at the Honor's Residence Hall. Officials say no foul play is…
2.0 magnitude Earthquake recorded in Summerville
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- According to The South Carolina Emergency Management Division, the US Geological Service confirms a 2.0 magnitude earthquake occurred near Summerville, in South Carolina, shortly after midnight Saturday morning.
State House Christmas tree covered in lights, ready to shine
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -It is going to start to look more like the holidays at the State House. 13,000 lights have been officially wrapped around the State Christmas tree, along with a…
S.C. man convicted of slaying, dismembering teen roommate
LANCASTER, S.C. (AP) - A South Carolina man convicted of killing his teenage roommate and disposing of the body has been sentenced to 60 years in prison. Christopher Allen Holford, 33, pleaded guilty to murder Thursday in the February 2018…
Lexington Co. murder suspect arrested after deadly shooting during argument about money
LEXINGTON, S.C. – Deputies have arrested a murder suspect for a shooting Monday night near Red Bank. James Joseph Patterson III, 23, of Richland County faces charges of murder and…
South Carolina State Univ. partners with IBM to introduce more STEM opportunities to students
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WOLO) -- South Carolina State University is working to give more of their students a chance to pursue careers in science and technology. The school recently entered into a $2 million…
CNN: Biden projected to win in Arizona; flipping a longtime Republican stronghold
CNN projected on Thursday that President-elect Joe Biden will carry Arizona, defeating President Donald Trump.
More than 150 new jobs coming to Sumter
Sumter, SC (WOLO) --164 new jobs are coming to sumter. Santa Cruz Nutritionals announced Thursday their plans to expand operations in Sumter county. According to the Governors office, the $84-million dollar…
Top officials: Nov. 3 election most secure in US history
WASHINGTON (AP) — A coalition of federal and state officials said Thursday that they have no evidence that votes were compromised or altered in last week’s presidential election, rejecting unsubstantiated claims of widespread fraud advanced by President Donald Trump and…
Clemson to open special dorm community for LGBTQ students
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) - Clemson University will open its first "living-learning community" for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender students next fall. Lavender Place will open in fall 2021 in a group of rooms in Gressette Hall, meant to host up…
Costco Wholesale updates policy on face coverings
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- As coronavirus cases not only continue but spike throughout the United States according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one retailer is scaling back…
