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Second suspect charged in triple-homicide

Rob Dew,

Lexington Co, S.C. (WOLO)–Deputies in Lexington say a second suspect is in custody in connection with a shooting that ended in three deaths in West Columbia. Investigators say Jeremy Cornish is charged with three counts of murder in connection with the December 17th murders. Deputies say Cornish was driving the truck seen leaving the Woodland Village Apartments on Butternut Ln….
Local News, News, Sumter

Tennessee murder suspect arrested in Sumter

Rob Dew,

Sumter, Co. (WOLO)–  Sumter Co. deputies say a man who tried to avoid a license checkpoint was wanted for murder in Tennessee. Investigators say on Monday Rasheen Greenwood drove through a home’s lawn to avoid the checkpoint on Avenue-A in Mayesville. Deputies say he was arrested after a short chase and they determined he was wanted for murder. He is…
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Deputies investigating death of 23-year-old Sumter Co. man found Wednesday morning

Montrel Epps, 23, was found off McCray's Mill Road Wednesday morning
Rob Dew,

  SUMTER COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) –The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide after deputies discovered a 23-year-old’s body Wednesday morning. A deputy found the body of Montrel Epps, 23, off McCray’s Mill Road at 4:30 Wednesday morning while performing a property check. Epps’s car had been found in the area, leading them to begin their search. An autopsy…
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USC releases details on new alcohol policy at Basketball games at CLA

University of South Carolina Athletics released details on new alcohol policy at Colonial Life Arena
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA,  SC (WOLO)– You can have a beer or glass of wine in the New year at basketball games at Colonial Life Arena. The University of South Carolina released details on the new alcohol policy. According to South Carolina Athletics officials, the sale of beer and wine will begin with the women’s basketball game on Thursday, January 2. Officials say…
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Happy New Year from ABC Columbia

All of us at ABC Columbia wish you a Happy New 2020!
Crysty Vaughan,

Columbia,  SC (WOLO)– Here’s to a healthy and happy 2020. ABC Columbia News wishes you a Happy New year. Join us at 5pm, 6pm and 11pm for a look at the day’s top stories and a year in review. Plus, wake up with Good Morning Columbia weekdays at 5am. Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features, Local News Tags: Happy New Year
Local News, State

New food truck safety regulations go into effect

ABC Columbia Staff,

Image: Columbia Fire Department Columbia, SC (WOLO) —Starting today 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 city…
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SCHP calls for drivers to stay sober behind the wheel on New Year’s Eve

Troopers will have a greater presence on roads across the state
Tim Scott,

LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) –New Year’s Eve is all about celebrating, but it is also one of the deadliest nights to get behind the wheel. A recent study found that South Carolina is the third most dangerous state for drivers on New Year’s Eve. For Kimberly Cockrell of Mothers Against Drunk Driving, the morning following New Year’s Eve could be one…