New Irmo Mayor outlines vision for town
IRMO, S.C. (WOLO) --Even though he has been on the Irmo Town Council for 15 years, Barry Walker is looking to bring some fresh news ideas to the table in his first term…
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'South Carolina is going to be a good place to be in 2020,' Taking a look at next year's economy
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Economists are predicting another solid year for South Carolina. The 2020 Economic Outlook for the state was presented at a conference on Tuesday. For the state, economists predict a slower growth in 2020, but no recession.…
Deputies search for man accused of burglary, who escaped custody in Lexington
Authorities in Lexington are searching for a man accused of burglary who they say escaped custody.
Two dead in early morning fatal crash on Savannah Highway
South Carolina Highway Patrol says two people were killed in a fatal crash today on Savannah Highway early this morning.
Suspects wanted for a string of burglaries in Cayce
Cayce Department of Public Safety officials need your help to find multiple suspects involved in a string of burglaries.
White House decorated for Christmas with patriotic theme
(CNN) - The White House has unveiled it's 2019 Christmas decorations. First Lady Melania Trump announced "The Spirit of America" as this year's theme. In a description released…
Yarnbombers of Columbia weaving warmth to the less fortunate
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-A local group is weaving warmth, helping the less fortunate keep away the cold this winter by providing a unique free service. A homeless man wearing one a piece from a public art…
SCEMD: Never too early to start preparing for winter weather
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --With severe storms pounding the North, South Carolina emergency officials are calling on people to get prepared and be on the lookout for winter weather. A meteorologist with the National…
'People still die from it,' World AIDS Day event held at State House
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- South Carolina is playing a role as part of a national strategy to end the HIV epidemic. In honor of World AIDS Day on Dec. 1, the South Carolina…
Two males allegedly stole tequila from delivery truck, surveillance photos released by RCSD
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department has released surveillance photos of two suspects wanted for larceny.
This Giving Tuesday, help Girl Scouts
Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday, when many of us take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and shopping on Cyber Monday to support organizations that work passionately all year round to make the world a better place to live.
Orangeburg driver pleads guilty to hitting trooper
Orangeburg court officials say a driver has admitted to hitting a state trooper with his vehicle in June and speeding away.
Jake Bentley to transfer for final season
Quarterback Jake Bentley announced on Twitter Monday morning that he will enter the transfer portal following graduation on Dec. 16th.
23-year-old man killed in accident on Barrineau Road
A single vehicle accident on Barrineau Road early Sunday morning claimed the life of a 23- year-old Lake City man, according to Clarendon County Coroner Bucky Mock.
Woman's body found inside burning home in Clarendon County
The Clarendon County Coroner has released the name of a 69-year-old Alcolu woman who was found dead inside a burning home off the Plowden Mill Road early Saturday morning.
House fire on Monticello Road causes around $100k in damages
Columbia Fire Department says no one is hurt after a house fire on the 6800 block of Monticello Road on Saturday.
Bernie Sanders speaks at Columbia
DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE BERNIE SANDERS IS SPENDING TIME IN SOUTH CAROLINA AND TAKING PART IN A MEET AND GREET EVENT AT USC.
Suspect arrested after attempted armed robbery in Columbia
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Columbia Police have arrested and charged a man in connection with a shooting that happened near Gervais Street Saturday night. Je’nell Burton,23, is charged with Armed Robbery, Possession of a Weapon during the Commission of a Violent Crime…
Former SC teacher charged with 4 counts of child cruelty
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) - A former teacher at a South Carolina intermediate school has been charged with four counts of child cruelty. Inman Police said 24-year old Brooke Ashleigh Shull was arrested Tuesday. Authorities say all the charges happened with…
Columbia shooting under investigation
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Police are investigating a shooting that happened in Columbia Sunday. The incident happened at 721 Vernon Street, according to medical staff. Officials say a male victim suffered a non-life threatening injury to the upper body. At this time,…
