file Ft. Jackson, S.C. (WOLO)–Fort Jackson officials say an 18-year-old soldier died after being injured during training. Officials say the soldier from California suffered a fatal injury yesterday while training at a rifle range. A base spokesperson says an investigation into the soldier’s death is underway. Categories: Local News, News, Richland
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–Friday afternoon DHEC announced 953 new confirmed cases of COVID 19. According to the agency, of the more than 7,000 test results reported Thursday 13.2% were positive. DHEC also announced 15 confirmed deaths related to the virus. So far COVID-19 has claimed 3,748 lives in South Carolina. For more information click here. Categories: Local News, News, State
Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO)– Friday South Carolina State University announced its plans for the spring semester. According to a university spokesperson, Students will begin classes remotely on January 4th of 2021. A limited number of students will return to campus on January 16th and 17th. University officials say the decision to limit in person classes and dorm room space was made…
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) — Richland County Council continues their series of mask giveaways in an effort to reduce the spread of coronavirus. Friday November 6, Councilwoman Chakisse Newton is holding two mask giveaways in Lower Richland. This has been an ongoing effort by the county after getting 67,000 masks that are being given away to residents who my need…
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Lace up your shoes. The University of South Carolina is hosting a virtual 5-K event to help raise money for veterans. The 5-k runs this Friday November 6, 2020 through Sunday November 8, 2020. You can take part in a number of challenges like walking, running or you can ruck. Officials say those participating in the…
The Columbia Fire Department spoke with ABC Columbia News in Five Points Thursday afternoon about the expanded city ordinance.
The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office is searching for two suspects accused of breaking into an Automaxx in Orangeburg County. Deputies say they received a call from the owner of Automaxx in Orangeburg called to report a break-in at his dealership on Magnolia Street.
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is asking the public for help in identifying a pair of armed robbers they believe are connected with multiple robberies.
On Thursday, Mayor Steve Benjamin and the Columbia City Council voted unanimously to extend the city’s ordinance requiring face coverings as well as extending the temporary suspension of city council, board and commission meetings. The city’s previous order was set to expire on November 15, but the new order extends it through January 5, 2021.
Midlands Crimestoppers, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division and the Bishopville Police Department are asking for the public’s help in solving the murder of 18-year-old Zaki Lovely.
