Lawmakers considering changing up USC Board of Trustees membership
In the wake of last week's presidential vote at the University of South Carolina, several lawmakers are bringing forward bills that can change the make-up of the board.
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Lexington man pleads guilty to felony DUI
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)--A Lexington County man will spend 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to felony DUI. Joseph Swearingen entered the pleaded guilty today to felony DUI with great bodily injury and…
Group meets to discuss ending HIV epidemic in South Carolina
On Tuesday, a round table discussion was held with national public health officials to talk about ending the HIV epidemic in South Carolina.
Ex-SC attorney jailed for fraud blogs about ‘redshirt’ year
A former South Carolina prosecutor jailed for wire fraud has launched a blog to document what he’s calling his “redshirt year” in prison.
Severe weather safety tips
To ensure that your family and pets are safe and dry during an intense storm, check out these storm safety and severe weather safety tips.
US Marshals: Armed robbery suspect has ties to Columbia
Jacksonville, Fl (WOLO)--A man wanted for armed robbery in Florida may be in the Midlands. A spokesperson for the US Marshals Service says Kenny Eleazar robbed a Jacksonville, FL hardware store at…
Body of missing boater recovered on Lake Wateree
Kershaw Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Officials say they found the body of a woman who jumped into Lake Wateree Sunday night and did not come back up. A spokesperson for the Department of Natural Resources says…
NTSB: CSX at fault in Cayce train wreck
Federal officials will discuss what caused an Amtrak train to slam into a parked train that killed two and injured over 100 passengers.
The White Dress Project brings awareness to health concern for women
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) --- Monday night women of the midlands gathered to bring awareness to the White Dress Project. The White Dress Project raises funds for research to…
Deputies give safety tips after woman claims man followed her at local business
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)-Deputies are urging shoppers to be vigilant after a Midlands woman claims she was followed while shopping at a local Walmart. Amanda Belin says her Friday night trip to the Walmart on…
Makers of Ragu announce its sauces may have plastic in it
(CNN) - The FDA announced that the makers of Ragu is voluntarily recalling its pasta sauces because they may contain pieces of plastic. There…
New UofSC president says he's eager to work with students, faculty
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --In his introductory press conference, Bob Caslen said he is eager to move past the controversy surrounding his appointment and help the students and faculty succeed in any way he can.…
Wife of Lexington Co. deputy seriously hurt in crash thanks community for support
Lexington County, S.C. (WOLO) --- More than $30,000 has been raised so far to help a Lexington Co. deputy that was seriously injured in a crash back in June. A drunk driver hit…
Missing boater's body found near Jutty Point
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources say they found a missing boater's body, who was last seen near Lake Wateree.
Victim trying to sell car via LetGo app shot, suspect arrested: RCSD
An arrest has been made in one of several shooting incidents over the weekend in Richland County.
UofSC's president-elect addresses comments about binge drinking, sexual assault
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - President-elect Lt. General Robert Caslen held his first press conference Monday since being voted in as the University of South Carolina's next president. The…
Lane closure to begin on SC Highway 277 as crews start work on new bridge
South Carolina highway crews are closing a lane on the main highway north out of downtown Columbia as they prepare to build a new bridge.
Man gets 5 years for blackmailing woman out of $18,000
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) - An investigator says a woman swindled out of $18,000 became so paranoid someone was going to attack her that she didn't even want to be interviewed in a room with windows. A judge ordered Mike Phillips…
Southwest planes collide on Nashville airport tarmac
Two Southwest Airlines planes have collided on the tarmac of Nashville International Airport. Airline officials say no injuries were reported in Saturday night's collision. An emailed statement from Southwest Airlines spokeswoman Michelle Agnew says the winglet of the St. Louis-bound…
District Court sets limits on student-led prayer in SC
GREENVILLE, S.C. (WLOS) — A South Carolina District Court has set limits on student-led prayer in the state. https://www.facebook.com/americanhumanist/photos/a.310155230194/10162323692975195/?type=3 According to a Greenville County Schools representative, on Thursday, the court issued a permanent injunction requiring the school district to continue…
