Two more people arrested in April shooting at Aster Circle
Richland County Sheriff’s Department says they have arrested two more people for a shooting in April on Aster Circle.
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RCSD hope to identify possible witnesses to deadly shooting
Authorities think the men in surveillance images may have information that can help investigtion
Image: RCSD Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is hoping someone can help them identify two people authorities say may have been witnesses to a deadly shooting. Around 9:20 Tuesday night authorities responded to a shooting in the 1600 block of Longcreek Drive The victim in the shooting identified by Richland County Coroner Gary Watts as 23…
3 North Charleston officers face disciplinary action
The officers were caught on camera throwing handcufed man into a wall
(CNN) — A police department in the low country has determined three of its officers were not following proper policies and procedures when a handcuffed man was thrown into a wall. The incident happened earlier this month and was caught on video. the North Charleston police officers are now facing disciplinary action. Nick Reagan reports. Categories: Local News, State
Gov. McMaster extends state of emergency, praises “accelerateSC” for work
The committee held what could be its last in-person meeting Thursday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– “accelerateSC”, a task force created by Gov. Henry McMaster (R-SC) to find ways to safely reopen the state economy held what might be its last in-person meeting Thursday. The group came up with a list of recommendations that will help spur any recovery efforts as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Ever since “accelerateSC” began holding meetings April…
McMaster updates SC’s response to Coronavirus, issues new State of Emergency
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster updated the state’s response to the Coronavirus Thursday afternoon. McMaster announced that there are still closures in the state, including schools and entertainment venues. McMaster announced he has issued a new State of Emergency that will focus on a new phase of the Coronavirus, including social distancing guidelines and outlining those at…
DHEC: 4 additional deaths, 156 new cases of Coronavirus in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control on Thursday, announced 156 new cases of the coronavirus and 4 additional deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number of people confirmed to have COVID-19 in South Carolina to 10,788 and those who have died to 470. ABC Columbia image Health officials say the deaths occurred in 4…
Richland Co. Sheriff comments on arrest, death of George Floyd
Richland, Co., S.C. (WOLO)–Sheriff Leon Lott released a statement on the death of George Floyd, the African-American man who died after video shows a Minneapolis police officer with his knee on Floyd’s neck for nine minutes. Lott says, “This is sad beyond all measure to see law enforcement officers act as the four officers did in Minnesota. There is absolutely…
Richland County taking appointments for curbside collection of ‘bulk’ items
If you have been piling up some old trash, like appliances or even a grill, Richland County is resuming curbside collection of such items
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you have been piling up some old trash, like appliances or even a grill, Richland County is resuming curbside collection of such items. According to the county, residents can make appointments to schedule curbside pickup of old furniture, appliances and other large objects as Richland County resumes collection of bulk items Wednesday, June 3. Bulk item…
Unemployment claims continue to drop, still high
Columbia, SC (WOLO)–The number of people filing for unemployment in south carolina continues its downward trend as more businesses open their doors. Thursday the Department of Employment and Workforce announced last week 24,950 people filed initial claims for unemployment benefits. that’s a drop of more than 4,000 from the previous week. In the last ten weeks according to the department,…
American Red Cross issues urgent need for Blood
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The Red Cross is asking you to roll up your sleeve to help save a life. Today the American Red Cross announced it has an urgent need for blood donations. Red Cross officials say the donations are needed to prevent a blood shortage as hospitals resume surgical procedures and patient treatments temporarily paused due to COVID-19….
