Friend of Killed Lee County Inmate Speaks out
The childhood friend of a inmate killed at the Lee Correctional Institute speaks out over the riot that took the life of his friend.
Author: ABC Columbia Staff
Background: What We Know about Lee Corrections, Site of Riot where 7 inmates died
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Lee County Correctional, the site of a riot Monday that left 7 inmates dead, is no stranger to violence. In recent years there have been several incidents inside the maximum-security facility in Bishopville. In July of last year an inmate was killed during a fight. In 2015, two officers were stabbed during a fight. And in another incident…
Bull Street Development Project progress
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – City leaders say they are making progress on the ever-evolving Bull Street Development Project. Monday (4/16) afternoon members of the Bull Street Commission met to discuss the status of the development which is in the fourth year of a projected 20 year project. Commission Chair Howard Duvall says there are some exciting developments coming. Among the…
Chicken farm owner describes “terrifying” Sunday storm
GILBERT, SC (WOLO) – Over in Gilbert a family that owns two chicken farms believes they were hit by the confirmed EF-2 tornado Sunday (4/16). One of the homeowners tells us she felt her home lift off the ground. Debris scattered across the yard, windows shattered, and power lines came down. The chicken farm is missing a roof. The homeowner…
Kathleen Kennedy Endorses Noble
A member of one of America’s most famous political families endorses her choice for the next Governor of South Carolina.
Skimmer Gas Pump Warning
Sumter Police say the next time you go to fill your tank someone could be lining their pocket with your private information.
Dogfighting Ring Dismantaled
Police say they have arrested three men after dismantling a dogfighting ring involving more than 3 dozen dogs.
Suspect Arrested, Another Sought in Alleged Exorcism
One woman has been arrested and now The Columbia Police Department is searching for her sister after officials say they’re accused of attempting to perform an exorcism on a woman.
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