Columbia man sentenced to 15 years in prison for distribution of meth, fentanyl
A Columbia man has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for six counts of drug distributions of methamphetamine or fentanyl.
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RCSD: Verbal altercation between family members leads to shooting
A man has been arrested after a fatal shooting over the weekend, says RCSD.
Richland County Fire Marshal, Forest Acres police investigate fatal fire
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Forest Acres Police and the Richland County Fire Marshal are investigating a fatal house fire. Firefighters say they responded to the home on the 3500 block of Verner Street early Sunday morning.…
Update -- Crews reopen I-20 to traffic less than 2 days after bridge collapse
According to the SC Department of Transportation, Interstate 20 is now open to traffic at mile marker 13 in Aiken County following the collapse of a bridge on Saturday morning.
Two dead after wrong-way collision in Kershaw County
A late night motor vehicle collision on Interstate-20 in Kershaw County has resulted in the death of two drivers.
"Empowerment and joy" -- Outfest returns to the Vista
Outfest, a day of celebration for the LGBTQ+ community returned to the Vista on Saturday.
Hundreds gather at Statehouse for "No Kings" rally as over 2,000 held in cities across U.S.
Hundreds gather at the Statehouse to take part in the "No Kings" rally -- one of many happening across the U.S. on Saturday.
Stanko is executed after clemency is denied
Man sentenced to death after committing two murders is executed Friday after Governor denies clemency
Sumter PD searches for missing man
Sumter Police are hoping someone in the community has seen a man reported missing and not seen since leaving an area hospital.
Local Living: Boating Safety
Local Living: Boating Safety
Palmetto Boys State, Palmetto Girls State students celebrate 2025 class
On Friday, June 13, at the State House hundreds of students from the Palmetto Boys State and Palmetto Girls State programs celebrated this year’s class.
SCDJJ hosts annual Jump Shots for Justice Basketball Tournament
Friday, June 13, the Department of Juvenile Justice held its second annual Jump Shots for Justice Basketball Tournament.
Man accused of fraudulently purchasing goods being sold on social media
A man is accused of fraudulently purchasing goods being sold on social media was charged this week, say officers.
Deputies: Man arrested following response to barricaded suspect
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Richland Co. deputies say the man accused of barricading himself inside a home Wednesday is in custody. Investigators say Wednesday morning a woman came to the sheriff's department headquarters saying her boyfriend assaulted her and threatened her…
SC House Majority Leader files ethics complaint against accused lawmaker
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The South Carolina House Majority Leader is calling for a Lexington County representative to be removed from office. Representative David Hoitt…
2 teens charged, accused of attempting to rob food delivery driver
Columbia Police say two teens are charged, and accused of an attempted armed robbery of a food delivery driver.
2 people arrested in connection with stolen property, deputies say
Calhoun County Sheriff's Office says two people have been arrested in connection with stolen property.
Chapin Police requesting public help identifying someone accused of theft
The Chapin Police Department is requesting public help identifying someone accused of theft, said officers.
S.C. Civil Rights Museum to host 'Juneteenth Golf Tourney'
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The South Carolina Civil Rights Museum will host its inaugural Juneteenth Golf Tournament in Orangeburg later this month. South Carolina State University is closely tied to both the…
Pawmetto Lifeline offering Purr-fect Pair promotion
Pawmetto Lifeline is offering its Purr-fect Pair promotion for anyone looking to give a furry friend a forever home.
Richland County deputy helps deer off the road
Richland County deputies never know where their duties will take them and that was certainly the case Thursday morning.
Local Living: Accessibility mornings return, clothing drive, Golf with Us initiative, Outfest Columbia
Local Living: Events to enjoy and give back to those in need.
Anti-death penalty advocates make plea to governor as 6th inmate in 9 months faces execution
South Carolina inmate Stephen Stanko is set to die by lethal injection Friday evening, June 13th, at 6 p.m.
USC football player teams up with United Healthcare to help feed local seniors in need
A University of South Carolina football player is teaming up with United Healthcare to help feed local seniors in need.
Five injured following afternoon collision in Forest Acres
Five people were injured in an accident that snarled traffic in Forest Acres this afternoon.
