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Richland Northeast H.S. student charged with bringing loaded gun to school

Authorities say the student is a 17 year old boy accused of having the loaded pistol in his backpack

(Courtesy: RCSD/Twitter) Richland Co., SC (WOLO) — A 17 year old Richland Northeast High School student faces several charges after he’s accused of bringing a loaded firearm onto school property. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department says a School Resource Officer (SRO) was alerted by school administrators that a gun was discovered inside of a student’s book bag Tuesday afternoon. The…

Suspect in Longcreek Dr. deadly shooting arrested

RCSD says the 25 year old man was taken into custody by the Midlands Gang Task Force, SLED

RCSD: Man found shot dead inside car on Longcreek DriveImage: Rich Wandover/ABC Columbia Richland Co, SC (WOLO) — A man has been arrested for a murder that took place along Longcreek Drive.  According to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department, 25 year old Juwaan Johnson has been charged in connection to the deadly shooting. According to authorities, on October 21, 2021…

Safely decking the halls for the holidays

Tyler Ryan speaks with Irmo Fire Department Chief about how to stay safe during the holidays

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Christmas trees are the epitome of the Christmas holiday tradition, but they can quickly become a fire hazard if you are not careful. Our Tyler Ryan spoke with the Chief of the Irmo Fire Department to find out how to stay safe while decking the halls. Categories: Local News, News

Goodwill hosts job fair for veterans transitioning to civilian life

The job fair is set to take place Tuesday December 7, 2021

Columbia, SC (WOLO)— If you’re a veteran and in the market for a job. You’re in luck. ‘Operation GoodJobs’ is a new initiative of GIUMSC hoping to help those who have served find the perfect fit as they move on to their next career. According to Goodwill, there are more than 365,000 veterans in the Palmetto state.  Data from the…

Columbia Police search for driver accused of shooting at motorist

CPD says the incident took place along Spears Creek Church Road

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The Columbia Police department continues searching for the pick-up truck captured in surveillance image following a shooting Wednesday. Authorities say the driver of the truck is accused of firing a shot at another vehicle along Spears Creek Church Road. According to police, the driver of the other vehicle says both cars were traveling north when the…