Sumter deputies searching for runaway teen
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)-- Sumter deputies are searching for a runaway teenager. Investigators say Ja'Shawn Wilson, 15, was last seen May 11th leaving his home on North Wise Dr. Deputies say Wilson…
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Man caught on camera choking ex's dog
A Louisiana man was recorded on a doorbell camera choking his estranged girlfriend's dog, police said.
House rescue package includes $25 billion for Postal Service
A new coronavirus aid package released Tuesday by House Democrats includes $25 billion for the cash-strapped U.S. Postal Service.
Via video hearing, SC court mulls absentee voting expansion
Via video hearing, the South Carolina Supreme Court mulls absentee voting expansion during the coronavirus pandemic.
Congress urged to enact measures to avoid COVID-19 related lawsuits
Columbia, SC (WOLO) - Attorney General Alan Wilson joined 21 other states trying to get Congress to approve specific liability protections to help eliminate the threat of COVID-19 related lawsuits while also making…
Columbia man arrested on child pornography charges
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A Columbia man has been arrested on child pornography charges. The Attorney General's Office announced the arrest of Michael Lincoln, 45 on two counts of sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force…
Upon return to Columbia, both House, Senate agree on a continuing resolution
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --For the first time in a month, lawmakers came back to Columbia to discuss several issues, including how the state government would be funded at the start of the fiscal year.…
Miss SC Pageant postponed until 2021
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Pageant hopefuls will have to wait until June of 2021 to vie for the title of Miss South Carolina or Miss Teen South Carolina. According to a press release, the unanimous decision was reached Tuesday by the Board…
What changes passengers should expect to see before heading to CAE
West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Like airports across the country, Columbia Metropolitan Airport is implementing new measures to keep passengers and staff safe during the pandemic. “We’ve got a lot of new protocols put…
Citadel cadets, students to return to campus in August
Charleston, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Citadel is joining a list of South Carolina colleges and universities planning returns to in-person instruction in the fall. Tuesday Citadel President Gen. Glenn M. Walters USMC (ret.) announced that the military college is planning to…
Man dies following police chase
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)--The Lexington Co. Coroner's Office says a man died while trying to evade law enforcement. Coroner Margaret Fisher says Quinton Nunn, 26, of Blythewood attempted to avoid a traffic stop by the SC Highway Patrol which lead…
Judge temporarily blocks Trump's Calif. water plan
A federal court on Tuesday temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s efforts to pump more water to the agricultural Central Valley, which critics said would threaten endangered species and salmon runs.
South Carolina's State of Emergency is set to expire today
The State of Emergency for South Carolina is set to expire today amid the COVID-19 pandemic after being extended on April 27.
Coronavirus government response: Americans returning to work can get tested: Trump
(ABC NEWS) - The White House is now implementing changes to its workplace after the coronavirus makes its way inside the West Wing. As travelers…
Gov. McMaster allows close-contact businesses to reopen with limited capacity
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Gov. Henry McMaster (R-SC) announced Monday that he is allowing close-contact businesses, like barbershops, fitness centers, and salons, to reopen on May 18. These businesses would have to operate with a…
Attempted murder suspect arrested after car full of teenagers shot at
ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) - The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man accused of shooting at a car that had several teenagers inside. Dameion Bowman, 21, faces three charges of attempted…
Patrons glad to return to restaurants as limited indoor dining begins
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Last week, restaurants in South Carolina were able to open for outdoor dining , as long as they followed certain guidelines. On Monday, the next phase of reopening…
DHEC: 15 additional deaths, 140 new cases of coronavirus in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, on Monday, announced 140 new cases of the coronavirus and 15 additional deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number of people confirmed to have COVID-19 in South…
Teaching assistant accused of giving pill to 6-year old
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Richland Co. Deputies say a teaching assistant at Windsor Elementary School is charged with unlawful neglect of a child. Investigators say, Anna Howard, 35, gave the…
Wall Street opens lower as questions remain
Major stock indexes are mixed on Wall Street Monday as continued strength for tech and health care stocks helped keep the market steady in afternoon trading.
