The Columbia Police Department is investigating two deadly overnight shootings involving teenagers. The first incident occurred Saturday shortly after midnight in the at 6200 block of Benedict Street. Police say, a teen suspect, who turned himself in to officers, is being questioned by investigators. Charges are pending. Initial information indicates that the teen and three friends were at the home…
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Six of the eight declared candidates for Governor of South Carolina answered a round of questions at a forum put on by AARP Wednesday evening. Many of the candidates said its time to shake up politics in the Palmetto State. “I want to rip out that plantation politics system and dramatically improve education,” Phil Noble (D) said. “We…
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)- Deputies are warning residents to lock their car doors and put away their valuables after a spree of car break-ins throughout Lexington County. Over the past couple of months Lexington County has had an increase in motor vehicle thefts and car break-ins. “We have three regions, its happened in all three regions,” Lexington County Sheriff’s Department Spokesperson,…
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- One person is dead after a shooting in Eastover Saturday night. The victim,Kwame A. Jones,34, died at the scene from a gunshot wound to the upper body, according to Richland County Coroner Gary Watts. The shooting happened just before midnight in the 400 block of Henry Street. Two other men were shot during the incident. The…
LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Eight people have been displaced after a mobile home caught fire Sunday morning. Lexington County Fire Service responded to the 100 Block of Greenfields Road to a single wide Mobile home fire. Authorities say the fire was limited to one room, however five adults and three children were displaced. According to officials prelim investigation suggests the…
LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- A driver traveling on the wrong side of the highway died after colliding with a tractor-trailer Sunday morning. The crash happened around 3:00am on I-26 eastbound at the 199 Mile Marker. Lance Corporal Matt Southern, with the South Carolina Highway Patrol, said a 1999 Mack tractor-trailer was driving in the eastbound lane on I-26 when a…
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- A man was injured during a shooting Sunday in Richland County, according to deputies. The man was found at a BP Gas station in the 7300 block of Parklane Road just after 2:00am. Deputies say the victim suffered multiple gunshots to the upper body and was taken to Palmetto Richland. His conditions are unknown at this…
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Three men were shot after an altercation Saturday night, according to deputies. Just before midnight deputies responded to a shots fired called at the intersection of Henry and Main street. That where deputies say they found the three victims who were transported to Palmetto Richland Hospital. The conditions of the victims are unknown at this time….
LEXINGTON,SC (WOLO)- Hundreds took the plunge in Lake Murray Saturday afternoon for a good cause. The group, Law Enforcement Torch Run For The Special Olympics put on the event. Organizers say each donation is creating more opportunities for their athletes to experience the life-changing benefits of participating in Special Olympics. Click here to make a donation. Categories: Lexington, Local News,…
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Dorn VA Hospital sought out some specialized help on Saturday. Dorn hosted an RN Critical Care And Mental Health Career Fair to those in the community who have emergency medical experience. Organizers say this is an ongoing effort by the VA to find medical professionals who will help our nations hero’s. If you missed the event, click here…
