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Local News, National News, News, State

A&E’s LIVE PD cancelled; show featured RCSD since beginning

ABC Columbia Staff,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – The hit show “LIVE PD” has been cancelled by A&E, a hit reality television show that follows law enforcement officers live. A spokesperson confirmed the decision to ABC Columbia in a statement Wednesday night: “This is a critical time in our nation’s history and we have made the decision to cease production on Live PD. Going forward, we…

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Local News, Richland

Suspects accused of pulling gun on pizza worker over forgotten soda

RCSD says they need help identifying man and woman they say held Pizza Hut employee at gunpoint
ABC Columbia Staff,

Image: RCSD Richland Co., SC (WOLO) — The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is hoping you can help them locate a man and a woman they say came into the Pizza Hit in the 6 thousand block of Two notch road and held an employee at gunpoint. According to authorities, the incident happened Friday May 29, around 9:30pm when officials say…

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Local News, mugshots, Orangeburg

Man accused of shooting into ex-girlfriend’s home, stalking, shooting at new friend

Jeremy Thomas faces a slew of charges after two separate incidents
ABC Columbia Staff,

Image:OCSO Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) — The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office says a 26 year old man is accused of shooting into his ex girlfriend’s home. According to authorities, Jeremy Thomas has been charged with shooting into a dwelling and possession of a firearm during a violent crime. According to a report released by officials concerning the March incident, a witness…
Local News, News, Politics

State Election Commission to step in and help Richland County in June 23 run-offs

This comes after voters complained of long lines, incomplete ballots, and wait times
Tim Scott,

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) –After complaints over how Tuesday’s primary was handled in Richland County, the State Election Commission announced they will be stepping in to help with the June 23 run-offs, but some lawmakers want some additional changes to prevent similar issues from popping up in the November general election. With some voters waiting until midnight to cast their votes,…

20 States Including Sc Are Seeing An Increase In Covid 19 Cases
Local News, News, State

Impact of coronavirus pandemic on cancer patients

It can be tough to navigate the coronavirus pandemic, and it can be even tougher if you're a cancer patient and undergoing treatments.
Maria Szatkowski,

West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — It can be tough to navigate the coronavirus pandemic, and it can be even tougher if you’re a cancer patient and undergoing treatments. David West lives in West Columbia. On Nov. 20, 2014, he was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic neuroendocrine cancer. “I’m still in treatment, and my tumors have not gone away. They continue…

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ABC Columbia News Update (Second Row), Local News, News

DHEC: 7 additional deaths, 528 new cases of COVID-19 in South Carolina

Crysty Vaughan, Tim Scott,

COLUMBIA,  SC (WOLO)– The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control on Wednesday announced 528 new cases of the coronavirus and 7 additional deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number of people confirmed to have COVID-19 in South Carolina to 15,759 and those who have died to 575. According to officials, five of the deaths occurred in elderly…

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Local News, State

McMaster to hold briefing on Coronavirus cases in SC

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster will brief the public on the state’s response to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus Wednesday. Mcmaster will be joined by state public health officials June 10, at 4:00 PM. Count on ABC Columbia News to bring you coverage on air and online. Categories: Local News, State Tags: Gov. Henry McMaster
Local News, News, Orangeburg, State

SC State announces start date for fall semester

Rob Dew,

Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO)– Students at South Carolina State university now know when classes will resume. University President James Clark announced Wednesday that the fall semester at SC State will begin on August 10th. Clark says the administration is implementing a phased plan to bring students, faculty and staff back to campus. Those details have not yet been announced. The SCSU…