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Former Columbia police chief in custody
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)-- Jail records show that former Columbia Police Chief Randall Scott is in custody at the Lexington Co. Detention Center being held for the US Marshals Service. According to…
DNC warns presidential campaigns not to use 'Face App'
(CNN) --- The Democratic National Committee (DNC) is warning 20-20 presidential campaigns not to use face-app The Russian developed app allows users to edit pictures in order to make people look older. Its makers…
Faculty,students, and USC alumni voice concerns about presidential search
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Faculty at the University of South Carolina are fighting to stop a potential vote on Friday for the next university President. A Gamecocks for Integrity rally was held on Wednesday in hopes…
Police in Tennessee warn flushing drugs down the toilet could lead to "meth gators"
(CNN) - A police department in Tennessee is sounding the alarm about "meth gators." The Loretto Police Department posted a warning to…
Police: Man burns self after pouring gasoline on girlfriend
Authorities say a 21-year-old South Carolina man set himself on fire after pouring gasoline on his girlfriend, who was able to run away with just minor injuries.
An overview of the search for USC's next president
Ever since Harris Pastides announced his retirement as the President of USC back in October, the search to find his successor has been eventful.
Santee Cooper to pay $15M for study of its possible sale
South Carolina's public utility has agreed to pay $15 million to help pay for a study to determine if it should be sold.
Update: Woman arrested for animal abuse after deputies take 10 dogs from property
A woman who had ten dogs and a horse taken by Richland County Animal Care has been arrested for two counts of animal abuse and cruelty.
South Carolina participates in 'Operation Southern Shield' to reduce road fatalities
From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the amount of cars on the roadways greatly increases and makes it more dangerous for people on the roads.
Police: Teen girl had knife when shot by officer
A police report says a 16-year-old girl shot by an officer in South Carolina was armed with a knife and had threatened suicide.
Alleged thief tried to use stolen credit card to purchase gift cards at Kroger
A suspect was captured on store surveillance video after trying to purchase several hundred dollars worth of gift cards with a stolen credit card.
Hummus recalled over Listeria concern
Before you spread that hummus, check to see if you could be spreading something else.
The latest surrounding the selection of UofSC's next president
The latest surrounding the selection of UofSC's next president
Earthquake reported north of Irmo
Irmo, SC (WOLO)-- Things were shaking in Irmo this morning. The South Carolina Emergency Management Division says the US Geological Survey reported a 2.2 earthquake centered just north of the Harbison State Forest. The survey says it happened at 8:06…
Federal Judge rules against 20/20 citizenship question
(CNN) -- President Trump's push for a citizenship questionaire on the 20-20 census has been shot down. Tuesday, a federal judge in New York issued an order that prevents adding the question…
SCDC: Prison postal director arrested for giving contraband to inmates
(WOLO) - A postal director at a state prison has been arrested, accused of providing contraband to inmates. According to SCDC, Brenda Wideman provided inmates with…
City Council gives first approval in gun seizure ordinance
The Columbia City Council has give first approval to an ordinance that would allow law enforcement to confiscate guns — if they're used in a violent crime.
Richland County Council gives homeowners clarity after assessment notice
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The Richland County Council addressed concerns after 97,000 of homeowners got a notice that their property values went up, which could raise their taxes as well. "South Carolina requires us…
Clemson student killed in crash is fifth to die in 3 months
A Clemson University student hit and killed by a car in Jacksonville, Florida, is the fifth student from the school to die in the past three months.
