Today’s Forecast
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Author: Rob Dew
Fire Marshal’s office offers heating safety tips as temps drop
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The South Carolina Fire Marshals Office is warning people who use space heaters or kerosene lamps to stay warm. Fire Marshal Jonathan Jones offers the following tips to ensure safety during the cold winter months: • Only use kerosene heaters and space heaters according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Inspect the heater for cracked or broken plugs. If frayed,…
USGS reports earthquake in Cayce
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)- There was a little rumble in the Midlands this morning. According to a tweet sent out by the South Carolina Emergency Management Division, the US Geological Survey reported a 2.o magnitude earthquake near the city of Cayce early this morning. This is the third earthquake reported in the Midlands in 2019. USGS reports a 2.0 magnitude…
15 yr. old girl charged with murder
Derrick Slater Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)–The Sumter Co. Sheriff’s Office says a 15 year old girl is charged with murder in the death of a man whose body was found last weekend. Deputies say Derrick Slater’s body was found last Saturday morning along Scales Rd. An autopsy determined Slater died from multiple gunshot wounds. The 15 year old’s identity was not…
Marines help police nab fleeing suspect
Courtesy:DVIDS Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)–Two Lexington County Marines received special recognition after police say they helped catch a fleeing suspect. On October 30thPfc. Noah Jordan and Pfc. Caleb Montgomery were at the Marine Recruiting Station on Sunset Blvd. when they heard a commotion coming from a nearby Best Buy. That’s when the pair saw a credit card fraud suspect running from…
Overall crime down, murder up in 2018 SLED report
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The rates for overall violent crimes and property crime in South Carolina fell in 2018 according to a report released Friday by State Law Enforcement Division. However, its not all good news. A SLED spokesperson says the number of murders in 2018 reached a 5-year high with 393 victims, while the number of law enforcement officers assaulted increased…
SLED: Emanuel AME part of “open investigation”
Charleston, S.C. (WPDE, WOLO)– The church at the center of one of the darkest days in state history is part of an ongoing investigation. SLED Public Information Officer Tommy Crosby confirmed on Thursday evening that Emanuel AME church in Charleston is part of an open investigation. Crosby added that he was unable to provide specific details on the quote, active…
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Police investigating armed robbery
Courtesy:CPD Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–Columbia police are investigating an armed robbery. Investigators say it happened at the 7-Up Mini Mart on Leesburg Rd. According to police no one was hurt. If you have any information on this incident call the Columbia Police Department or Crimestoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC. Categories: Local News, News, Richland
Tips for a safe and Happy Halloween!
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Prisma Health Richland has some simple steps you can take to make sure your little ghouls and goblins have a happy trick or treating experience. Trick-or-Treating Make sure your child eats dinner before setting out. Children will be less likely to eat too much candy and will have more energy for the fun ahead. An adult should…
