Columbia Police have arrested a man they say badly injured a three month old boy.The incident happened on December 2nd.
(AP) –South Carolina’s chapter of a National Civil Right’s group has found a new leader. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) says Frank Knaack will become its Executive Director in South Carolina starting January 21st. Knaack says his emphasis is with criminal and racial justice, government surveillance, and the rights of immigrants. Knaack takes over for Shaundra Young – Scott….
There’s no limit on how many kangaroos you can own in the Palmetto State. According to an article in the Post and Courier South Carolina is one of three states where laws do not regulate ownership of the animal other states have taken a harder stance on kangaroos. questions were raised after kangaroo sightings were reported in the upstate. Categories:…
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Monday Adjutant General Van McCarty honored the men and women who have put their lives on the line for our freedom during the holidays. McCarty placed a wreath at the Veterans Memorial on State House grounds. General McCarty says it’s important that those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice are remembered during the holidays. December 8th…
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) –If you live in Richland County, your voice could make a difference in whether the county chooses to ban single-use plastic bags. County officials are seeking public feedback before the County Council can vote on a final version of the ban this summer. The county’s newly-created Plastic Bag Task Force plans on presenting feedback from a…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you have big plans to ring in the New Year at the Famously Hot New Year in Columbia, there are some things you need to know. Organizers say, for the first time, they are implementing a clear bag policy. The policy means only clear vinyl bags, zip lock bags, or small clutch purses will be allowed…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — Every inmate in South Carolina is going to get at least one gift this Christmas. On Monday, those gifts were assembled at Saint Andrews Baptist, thanks to volunteers and inmates. “Knowing that there is hope. Knowing that people still love us,” said James, an inmate with the South Carolina Department of Corrections. For more than 40…
Image: Columbia Fire Department Columbia, SC (WOLO) —Starting next year food trucks conducting business within the capital city will be required to meet new guidelines set by the latest edition of the International Fire Code. According to Columbia Fire Chief Aubrey Jenkins, “This initiative by our department will help ensure that all food vendors operating a food truck within the…
A man is behind bars charged with the attempted murder of his girlfriend’s three-month-old son.
The Clarendon County Coroner has released the name of the victim who was killed on December 7.
