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…
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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…
Second Congressional District preview: Joe Wilson seeks 10th term in race against Adair Boroughs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Election Day is just around the corner, and the race for South Carolina’s Second Congressional District seat is heating up. Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC) has held the seat for nearly…
Vote 2020 Preview: Second Congressional District
With Election Day less than one week away, all seven of South Carolina's seats in the House of Representatives are up for grabs. Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC) has represented the…
Over one million absentee ballots have been cast in SC so far, setting a new record
According to the South Carolina State Election Commission, 1,013,000 South Carolinians have returned their absentee ballots for the 2020 election so far. This more than doubles the previous record for absentee voting when 503,000 absentee votes were cast in the 2016 General Election.
The countdown to the election keeps candidates on the campaign trail
(CNN) -- Just less than a week. That's all the time that's left in the presidential campaign. The clock is ticking for the candidates and they 're using each moment left to…
Saluda County deputies search for missing man
Saluda, SC (WOLO) -- Deputies in Saluda County are searching for a missing man who hasn't been seen or heard from since leaving work. Investigators say they are 'concerned for the safety' of…
Vice President Pence visits the Palmetto State
This afternoon, Vice President Mike Pence made a campaign stop at Donaldson Airport in Greenville. Pence was there for the "Make America Great Again" victory rally and to voice the administration's support for Senator Lindsey Graham.
Fifth Congressional District candidates talk keys to economic recovery ahead of election
KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- With just a week before Election Day, several Congressional races are coming down the home stretch. One of those races is in South Carolina’s Fifth Congressional District, where…
Vote 2020 Preview: Fifth Congressional District
With just a week to go until Election Day, all seven Congressional seats in South Carolina are up for grabs. One of those seats falls in the Fifth District, which…
Senate candidate Jamie Harrison holds 'Get out the Vote' drive in concert
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Democratic Senate Candidate Jamie Harrison and rapper Common toured Columbia before hosting a drive-in 'Get out the Vote Concert at Benedict College. South Carolina native and radio personality Charlemagne…
Art exhibit in Chadwick Boseman's hometown honors legacy
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - Chadwick Boseman's sudden passing shocked the world but hit especially hard in his hometown of Anderson, South Carolina. A portrait of Chadwick Boseman is unveiled in Anderson, S.C. on Thursday, Oct. 22,…
State agency still approving nearly all large events despite rise in COVID-19 cases
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's business agency has approved more than 90% of the more than 800 events that planned to attract at least 250 people since the governor removed the coronavirus-related ban on the gatherings in early August.…
Temperature-checking technology used in Kershaw Co. schools could soon be used in airports
KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- Throughout the school year, the Kershaw County School District has been using thermal temperature-checking technology to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in their schools. Now, one Congressman is looking to…
Common visits Columbia to campaign for Jaime Harrison
We are just over a week away from 2020 election and candidates are making their final push for votes. Monday afternoon, democratic Senate candidate Jaime Harrison and rapper Common toured Columbia before a drive-in "Get Out the Vote" concert Monday night at Benedict College.
Vice President Pence to visit SC Tuesday
The Palmetto State is getting ready to welcome back Vice President Mike Pence Tuesday.
Local Law enforcement, Columbia Mayor prepped for voter safety
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- As thousands of voters line up to make their voices heard leading to the general election November 3, agencies in both Columbia and Richland County promised voters they will do…
Attempted murder suspect arrested after threatening to kill Orangeburg deputy
ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) - A man wanted for a robbery and shooting has been arrested after a fight with Orangeburg County deputies where he's accused of threatening to kill one of them. Nathaniel Robinson, Jr., 27…
Due to COVID-19 pandemic, fewer children are seeing their pediatricians
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, fewer parents are bringing their children in for a routine checkup. South Carolina Medicaid data shows that pediatric visits have gone down 16% since…
DHEC, UofSC team up on a targeted testing approach to better understand community spread of COVID-19
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- If you happen to get a blue envelope in the mail from DHEC in the next week, they want you to get tested for COVID-19. DHEC and the University of…
