US car sales taking biggest hit since '09 recession
(CNN) - U.S. car sales are taking their biggest hit since the 2009 recession. Wednesday, several top automakers reported a more than 30 percent plunge in sales…
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COVID-19 national numbers surging to record highs with 40 states seeing increase
(CNN) - 60 percent of all the world's coronavirus cases have been reported in the past month. Wednesday, the United States saw its highest single day of new COVID-19 cases, with nearly 47,000…
Blowfish close gates after Governor doesn't give green light to fans at ballpark
LEXINGTON COUNTY , S.C. (WOLO) -- After South Carolina had more than 1,000 new cases of COVID-19 for the eleventh time in twelve days, Gov. Henry McMaster (R-SC) announced that he hasn't given…
Midlands colleges get ready to safely welcome students back to campus
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --With students set to return to college campuses in the fall, some Midlands schools are making plans to curtail any sort of spread of COVID-19. Some are requiring testing for students…
New photo show captures moments during pandemic, BLM protests in Columbia
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- If you want something different to do this month, there's a new photo gallery put on by Photo SC that's showcasing the work of local photographers. The pictures of 'Perspective'…
DHEC: wear a mask and social distance to "Help stop the Spread" of Coronavirus
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- State health officials are sharing ways you can 'help stop the spread' of the coronavirus. Dr. Joan Duwve, DHEC Public Health Director, urging masks. https://twitter.com/i/status/1275444268249858048 DHEC is recommending that everyone do the following: Practicing social…
Fox News' Ed Henry fired after sexual misconduct
Fox News on Wednesday fired daytime news anchor Ed Henry after an investigation of sexual misconduct in the workplace.
Shaw AFB: F-16 fighter jet pilot dies after crash on base Tuesday
Shaw Air Force Base officials say a F-16 fighter jet pilot that crashed on the base late Tuesday night has died.
Correctional officer at Broad River arrested for possession of marijuana
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A correctional officer at the Broad River Correctional Institution has been arrested for the simple possession of marijuana. The S.C. Department of Corrections Police Services released the arrest warrant Tuesday for Patrick Nathaniel Carroll. According to…
Teen boy killed in stabbing in Columbia; two people detained
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A 13-year-old boy has died after a stabbing incident in Columbia Tuesday afternoon. According to Columbia Police, the stabbing happened between the teen and at least one other young male around 3:30 p.m. near the intersection…
Immediate need for convalescent plasma donors to help COVID-19 patients
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- As we continue navigating through this pandemic, there's still a desperate need for blood donations. There's also a need for convalescent plasma, which is one treatment being used to help…
Local communities, groups work to bridge the digital divide in South Carolina
NEWBERRY, S.C. (WOLO) --Over the last few months, the idea of providing broadband to all South Carolinians is something that has been picking up steam. Some estimates show that thousands of South Carolinians still…
SC hits new record high with Coronavirus cases
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, on Tuesday, announced 1,741 new confirmed cases of the coronavirus and 17 additional deaths. This is a new record high for single day cases. DHEC says there are currently…
RCSD: 83 people arrested due to riots, more arrests could come this week
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- Throughout the last month, authorities have been working around the clock trying to find people who sought to cause damage throughout Columbia following peaceful protests last May. “We’re continuing to…
Explosives, guns, $30k in drugs seized in Lexington County bust
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - $30,000 worth of drugs along with explosive devices were seized during an investigation into drug and gun activity during a Lexington County Sheriff's Department investigation last week. William…
Mandatory mask ordinance passed by Newberry city council
NEWBERRY, SC (WOLO) - Masks will be mandatory in Newberry grocery stores and pharmacies starting Wednesday. In an unanimous vote Monday, the Newberry city approved an ordinance requiring face masks because of the threat of COVID-19. The ordinance requires face…
Columbia holds first mask distribution following citywide ordinance
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- As of last Friday, people are required to wear facemasks in public while within the city limits of Columbia. On Monday, city officials held their first mask distribution for those who may need one. “This means…
Coronavirus cases in SC continue to surge, DHEC: 1,366 new cases
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Sunday, announced 1,366 new confirmed cases of the coronavirus and five additional deaths. DHEC says there are currently 954 hospital beds occupied by patients who have either tested…
DHEC reports single day record 1,599 cases of COVID-19 in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Saturday, announced 1,599 new confirmed cases of coronavirus and 15 additional deaths. DHEC says there are currently 908 hospital beds occupied by…
American Airlines will start booking the middle seat again filling flights
(CNN) - As more American's begin to travel as the country continues to reopen amid the pandemic, a number of airlines are starting to open…
