WIS-TV (Columbia, SC)

WIS-TV is an NBC affiliate and a top source for news in South Carolina, providing coverage on local happenings, weather updates, sports, and community events in Columbia, Lexington, Sumter, Orangeburg, Newberry, Winnsboro, and the surrounding Midlands area. Known for its high-quality journalism and dedication to the community, WIS-TV consistently maintains its reputation as the leading local news station in Columbia. Its strong presence in the market has enabled the station to broaden its audience and explore various revenue opportunities. WIS-TV operates under Raycom Media, Inc., an employee-owned organization and one of the largest broadcasting companies in the United States.

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Defense to call witnesses trial against ex-Charleston deputy charged in crash

6 days ago | wistv.com | Patrick Phillips |Melissa Rademaker

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Attorneys representing the former Charleston County deputy charged in a deadly 2022 Mother’s Day crash are expected to call additional witnesses Friday. Emily Pelletier is on trial for the May 8, 2022, crash on U.S. Highway 17 at New Road that killed three Colleton County women. The defense called its first witness, one of Pelletier’s former colleagues, Clinton Sacks, on Thursday afternoon.
North Springs Home and Garden Club in Columbia awards Quilts of Valor to two neighborhood veterans in their neighborhood

6 days ago | wistv.com | Greg Adaline

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - It’s Friday morning inside St. David’s Episcopal Church in northeast Columbia, as the ladies of the North Springs Home and Garden Club gather with needles. thread and fabric to assemble quilts in the fellowship hall. It’s something they’ve done now for over a decade, and it’s painstaking work. But it’s all for a purpose.
1 dead after car overturns, crashes into house in Sumter County

1 week ago | wistv.com | Kevin Connaughton

SUMTER COUNTY, S.C. (WIS) - One person is dead following a crash in Sumter County, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP). The crash happened Sunday night at around 8:10 p.m. on Queen Chapel Road near Westbury Mill Road, which is about four miles south of Sumter. Troopers said a 2011 Hyundai sedan traveling east on Queen Chapel Road drove off the roadway, overturned several times and then crashed into a house. SCHP said the Hyundai’s driver died from their injuries.
Deputies search for missing Clarendon County man

1 week ago | wistv.com | Kevin Connaughton

SANTEE, S.C. (WIS) - The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) said they are searching for a man from Clarendon County who has been reported missing for several days. Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell said 25-year-old Tyrese Lawson, from Summerton, was reported missing on Thursday, April 10 after last being seen in Santee. Lawson is described as 6′3″ and around 235 pounds.
Warm and breezy start to the work week!

1 week ago | wistv.com | Chandlor Jordan

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - After a nice weekend, above-average warmth returns to the Midlands as high temperatures reach the low and mid-80s this afternoon. First Alert Headlines:Warm and breezy with sunshine to start the work week. Weak cold front drops temperatures Tuesday and Wednesday. Heat and humidity returns for Easter weekend. First Alert Weather Summary:Good morning! The area of high pressure that controlled our forecast over the weekend slides offshore this afternoon.
Warming trend gets underway!

1 week ago | wistv.com | Sandra Brogan

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Clearing skies allowed temperatures to drop all the way into the 30s to lower 40s overnight, making for a chilly start to your Sunday. Sunny skies will help get us to around 70 degrees this afternoon. Monday, a warm southerly flow will boost us all the way to the 80s for highs. First Alert Headlines:Plenty of sunshine today and Monday. Above-average warmth in the 80s expected to kick off the new week. After a brief cooldown midweek, temperatures soar into the 80s again.
Cooler and dry for the weekend ahead of next warmup

1 week ago | wistv.com | Sandra Brogan

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Other than a stray shower possible towards the coast, the Midlands can expect to stay dry this weekend. Temperatures will be on the cool side before we return to above-average highs next week. First Alert Headlines:Quiet weather next few days. Cooler than usual for this time of year this weekend. Above-normal temperatures in store by early next week.
Masters patrons honor gnome tradition at Augusta National

1 week ago | wistv.com | Carmine Gemei

WATCH: Palmetto Sports Reporter Carmine Gemei introduces us to patrons explaining what type of gnome they bought at The Masters and why.
A few showers, some thunder this afternoon

1 week ago | wistv.com | Sandra Brogan

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - While most of us can expect to stay dry for the remainder of this Friday, a few showers, along with some thunder, can be expected during the afternoon into the early evening. First Alert Headlines:Widely scattered showers possible this afternoon. Cooler but dry for the upcoming weekend. Warmer air returns next week.
Crash on I-77 North leaves 2 lanes closed

2 weeks ago | wistv.com | Kevin Connaughton

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - An early morning crash on Interstate 77 has left several northbound lanes closed, according to the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT). The crash happened on I-77 North at Exit 5, which is the exit for Bluff Road/SC-48. As of around 5:30 a.m., two left lanes are closed, according to SCDOT. It is unknown how the crash happened or what conditions any people involved might be in. Drivers in the area should expect delays.