Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Summer means mosquitos in South Carolina. Officials with the State Department of Public Health say there are 61 different species of mosquitos in the Palmetto State. Often, mosquitoes are simply a nuisance, but some species can pose serious health risks to people and animals by spreading disease. The most common mosquito borne illnesses are west nile, eastern…
The Richland County Coroner has identified a homicide victim at the Redpoint Columbia student apartment complex Saturday.
The Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office continues searching for a robbery suspect
We have some good news from the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Thomas Summers says K9 Officer Angus is home and doing well after being shot in the line of duty last week.
If you are noticing a smoky haze in the air today, there is a reason.
Fairfield Co., S.C. (WOLO)– Fairfield Co. deputies say Christopher Andrews is accused of stealing more than $50,000 in equipment from a property on US Highway 21 N. near Ridgeway. Investigators say the theft took place on April 15th when several high value items were stolen. Deputies say anyone who has purchased equipment from Andrews should contact the Fairfield Co. Sheriff’s…
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)– Richland Co. deputies say four suspects are in custody in connection with a robbery at Columbia Mall on May 12th. Investigators say they responded to the mall in reference to a an armed robbery. Deputies say the victim was with his 3-week old baby when he was robbed at gunpoint by Joey Davis, Thomas Lawrence, J’Lon…
City of Columbia is partnering with EMS CLOSET for the “On the Right Foot: Back-to-School Clothing Drive”.
Palmetto Pride and Lt. Governor kick off ‘Zero Tolerance’ Litter Awareness Campaign
There is a new Adjutant General in South Carolina after a change of command ceremony
