Protect your packages from porch pirates
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Porch pirates are on the move in the Midlands. According to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department front porch theft is picking up as we get closer to Christmas. …
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SC teacher shortage at highest level in at least 20 years
Over 1,000 South Carolina classrooms started this school year without its most essential element, a qualified teacher. This number represents a more than 50% increase from last year, and an 88% increase from two years ago.
Daughter of Doc Antle arrested on firearm charge in Myrtle Beach
The daughter of a South Carolina man featured on the Netflix hit docuseries 'Tiger King' has been arrested.
S. Carolina House overwhelmingly approves new district maps
The South Carolina House has overwhelmingly approved its new districts that appear to maintain Republican dominance in the chamber and protect many, but not all, incumbents.
Chester County mom charged with shooting and killing her 6-year-old son
A Chester County mom is behind bars and charged with fatally shooting her 6-year-old shortly after returning home from deer hunting on Thanksgiving.
DHEC: 1,099 new cases of COVID-19, 36 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 1,099 new cases of COVID-19 and 36 additional virus related deaths in the state.
Driver identified after fatal collision in Lexington County
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the driver who died after colliding with a Lexington County Fire Service engine on St. Matthew’s road and Pine Tower Circle Wednesday evening. Around 6:10 p.m., 71-year-old Christopher Lykes…
Worlds AIDS Day
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Today people gathered on the steps of the South Carolina State House to raise HIV awareness in honor of World Aids Day. South Carolina DHEC along with other…
SC House special session avoids anything but redistricting
House members approved a resolution Wednesday requiring them to take up redistricting as their first priority and stay on the bill until it gets all the way through the legislative process.
DHEC: 806 new cases of COVID-19, 23 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 806 new cases of COVID-19 and 23 additional virus related deaths in the state.
Department of Consumer Affairs says tax fraud is the state's most reported type of identity theft
December is Identity Theft Awareness month, and a new report from the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs shows tax fraud is the most reported type of identity theft in the Palmetto State.
Lexington organizations team up to address mental health
Uplift Lexington County is a new initiative aiming to provide preventative treatment for mental health patients.
RCSD: One killed in afternoon shooting
Richland Co., S.C.(WOLO)-- Richland Co. deputies say one person is dead following a Tuesday afternoon shooting. Investigators say they responded to the Waters at Longcreek Apartments around 3:20 in the afternoon. Deputies say they found a man inside a car…
Three killed in school shooting in Michigan
Oxford, MI (AP)--Authorities say a 15-year-old sophomore opened fire at his Michigan high school, killing three students and wounding six other people, including a teacher. Oakland County Undersheriff Mike McCabe said at a news conference that he didn't know what…
SLED releases 911 call following Murdaugh housekeeper's death
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Tuesday SLED investigators released the 911 call placed by a woman who refers to herself as Maggie, after Gloria Satterfield fell on the steps…
Prisma Health: Omicron variant 'likely' in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - It is highly likely that the new COVID variant is in South Carolina, this is according to an infectious disease physician at Prisma Health. As of now there is…
Deputies: Lockdown Lifted at White Knoll HS after search for student
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)-- A lockdown Monday afternoon at White Knoll High School has been lifted. According to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department, the lockdown was in place while a student was being sought. The student has been detained and the…
Cyber Monday sales expected to bring in billions, say experts
CNN--It is a big day for online shoppers, Cyber Monday. Sales are expected to hit nearly 11.3 billion dollars. Some retail experts though believe supply chain issues may actually encourage more people to shop…
Fuel costs likely to drive up South Carolina electric bills
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - Electric bills are likely to increase next year for South Carolina customers served by Dominion Energy or two units of Duke Energy. The increases are likely to come after state regulators review how much the power…
Redistricting plans face busy week in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's work to draw new districts after last year's U.S. Census should get closer to completion this week. On Monday, the state Senate committee handling redistricting will hold a public meeting about its proposed U.S.…
