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New film to air at Nickelodeon Theater tackles mental illness

(Photo Courtesy: Tameika Isaac Devine) Columbia, SC (WOLO) — A screening of a new movie hopes to bring attention to mental health. According to organizers it will also give those in attendance the resources they need to better handle the reality of life with the illness by holding a question and answer period with a panel of mental health professionals….

Former Solicitor Dan Johnson pleads guilty to spending taxpayers money for trips and hotels

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO) – Former fifth circuit solicitor Dan Johnson could be facing jail time after pleading guilty to wire fraud. Johnson admitted to spending more than $44,000 of taxpayers money for personal expenses. “We believe today’s plea is an important step forward,” U.S. Attorney Sherri Lydon said. “The message today is that the law comes in one size. One size fits…

1 person killed in shooting at apartment complex near Two Notch

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Columbia Police are investigating a deadly shooting on Carnegie Street Tuesday (2/26) night. It happened at the Arrington Place apartments Tuesday evening. Witnesses told police a verbal altercation led to the shots fired. .@ColumbiaPDSC investigating shooting at apartment complex on Carnegie Street. K-9 Unit’s and large crime scene area cordoned off. More details @abc_columbia and news…

Project Lifesaver helps bring loved ones back home

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) —  More than 16 agencies in South Carolina are helping bring loved ones home. They are a part of Project LifeSaver which is an international program that has helped more than 3,500 people get home safely. It all started back in 2006 when Sheriff Leon Lott brought the technology to the department in hopes of bringing more loved ones…

Richland County to hold meeting on proposed Lower Richland Blvd widening

Columbia,  S.C (WOLO)– Richland County residents interested in the proposed widening of Lower Richland Boulevard will have a chance to get information at a meeting. Richland County officials are holding an open-house format, to include informational displays. According to officials,  residents will get information on the proposed design for the roadway project and have an opportunity to provide comments. The public…