2 recent Columbia fatal shootings deemed self-defense
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- According to a press release from the Columbia Police Department, two recent fatal shootings have been deemed as self-defense by the Fifth Circuit Solicitor's…
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S.C. likely to set record for mailed absentee ballots
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's decision to allow absentee voting by mail for anyone in next month's primaries because of the coronavirus could mean a long night waiting for…
DHEC: 248 new COVID cases, 6 additional deaths
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- In a press release sent Saturday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced 248 new cases of COVID-19 and six additional deaths. This brings the total number of people confirmed to have COVID-19…
Midlands doctor encourages social distancing during Memorial Day weekend activities
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) --If you’re planning on hitting the beach or having a cookout this weekend, doctors remind you to be mindful of social distancing guidelines. As some people debate whether or…
SC nearing 10K cases of COVID-19
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Friday afternoon DHEC announced 245 additional cases of COVID 19 and 3 more deaths. That brings the total number of cases in the state to 9,638 and those who have died to 419. According to a press…
SC's unemployment rate jumps to 12.1%
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- South Carolina's unemployment rate continues to spike as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the Department of Employment and Workforce, April's unemployment rate for South Carolina was 12.1%. A steep incline from March's 3.2%. According…
Governor McMaster signs bill banning shackling of pregnant inmates
Gov. Henry McMaster signed a bill banning jails and prisons from using leg, waist and ankle restraints on pregnant women and women in labor.
Church leaders debate whether they should reopen amidst pandemic
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --As the state slowly starts to reopen, churches across South Carolina are grappling with the idea of reopening their doors. Some have already had services in front of smaller crowds of worshippers…
Columbia Police investigating deadly shooting on Lorick Circle
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - One person was killed after a shooting Thursday night in Columbia. The shooting happened at 100 Lorick Circle. This is at or near the Latimer Manor Apartments. CPD officers responded and found a male with an…
Orangeburg woman arrested for murder after deadly shooting during domestic dispute
ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) - An Orangeburg woman has been arrested for murder after a domestic dispute escalated into a fatal shooting Wednesday. The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office arrested Shantell Corley, 33, who is…
Columbia Parks & Rec reopen with safety requirements in place
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The City of Columbia's Parks and Recreation Department announced plans to reopen area parks and amenities but in 5 phases that will run throughout the summer…
Local leaders calling for the expansion of broadband to rural, remote areas
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --As some South Carolinians try to get their lives back on track, some are saying now is the perfect time to expand broadband access, especially in rural areas. With thousands of South…
Sheriff: Three murder suspects awaiting trial attempt escape
Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO)-- Orangeburg Sheriff Leroy Ravenell says three men awaiting trial for murder tried to escape from jail. Deputies say Curtis Green, 22, is charged with escape while Leroy Bowers, 36, and Steve…
Funeral held for the unclaimed in Richland Co.
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- A somber occasion Thursday morning in Richland Co. Coroner Gary Watts held a funeral for 24 unclaimed people. The burial took place at the Richland County Cemetery which is…
Go Fund Me set up for surviving daughters of shooting victim
St. Matthews, S.C. (WOLO)--A GoFundMe account has been set up in memory of a Calhoun Co. woman and her two daughters. Calhoun Co. deputies say Shanta Singleton and daughters Essence and Trevay were killed…
Fort Jackson says it has more COVID 19 recoveries than active cases
Ft. Jackson, S.C. (WOLO)-- They're turning the corner in the fight against COVID-19 at Fort Jackson. According to a base spokesperson, Fort Jackson has more people that have recovered from the virus than those still coping with it. In addition,…
SC Housing, Non-profit offering rental assistance program
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--There is a new program in place to help South Carolinians struggling to pay the rent during the pandemic. SC Thrive, a non-profit that helps those in need in our state gain access to resources, announced a rental…
SC unemployment claims continue to fall
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The number of initial unemployment claims in South Carolina continues to fall. This morning the Department of Employment and Workforce announced for the week of May 10th through the 16th more than 29,000 people filed for unemployment. That…
How the travel industry is trying to overcome fears to get you away
(CNN) - The idea of getting away probably sounds amazing right now. For many though, it also sounds scary. Many people are desperately…
Coronavirus national update: May 20, 2020
(ABC NEWS) - All 50 states are now trying to re-open after COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns. Meanwhile more than 90,000 Americans have died from the disease. Some Americans are pushing for…
