Columbia SC

Unionized workers at the Starbucks on Millwood Avenue in Columbia joined Starbucks baristas across the country in an ongoing nationwide strike to protest unfair labor practices and stalled contract talks on Thursday, Dec. 18. Known as the Starbucks “Red Cup Rebellion,” the national strike began on Nov. 13, when...

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. — A man is in custody after leading Richland County deputies on a chase twice on Friday night. The Richland County Sheriff's Department said the incident began around 10:10 p.m. in the area of Garners Ferry Road and Greenlawn Drive, when a deputy noticed a motorist driving recklessly, speeding,...

One person was killed and another was injured Saturday in a crash in Lexington County, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol . The two-vehicle collision happened at about 12:55 p.m., said Master Trooper William Bennett. A 2026 Cadillac sedan was driving east on Muddy Springs Road in Lexington , according to...

COLUMBIA, S.C. — A prefiled bill at the South Carolina State House would require social media companies to show public service announcements warning children and teens about the mental health risks of excessive social media use. Supporters of the bill say research shows social media can have long-term impacts...

ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)– A fourth person has been arrested for carrying a weapon on SC State campus, says SLED. Investigators with SLED say 19-year-old Lucas Bradley of Columbia was charged on Thursday, Dec. 18, with carrying a weapon on school property. According to an incident report, on October...

A South Carolina woman has filed a civil lawsuit against an Ohio-based Circle K and one of its employees following an assault, alleging it resulted in a miscarriage.

It may seem like everything is closed on Christmas Day, but there are actually a surprising number of restaurants in the Palmetto State that are open on Christmas. While the list below includes national chain restaurants that are open on Christmas Day, you will also find a few of the local restaurants in your own...

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – With Christmas literally days away, we all have people on our lists that are tough to buy for, so Tyler Ryan tried out a few unique items from small businesses that might fit the bill. Sticks N’ Bones co has a great multi-functional dog leash...

Gus Manos, one of the owners of Zesto of West Columbia and a longtime pillar in the Midlands, has died, his family and business announced. He was remembered as a devoted family man, veteran, public servant and a central figure in the West Columbia and Springdale communities. Manos helped guide...

Johns Island, South Carolina – A 28-year-old South Carolina woman has been arrested and charged with murder after investigators say she intentionally struck and killed a man with her SUV, then drove past the crime scene the following day in a vehicle later found to be spattered with the victim’s blood.