Body discovered in Congaree River identified
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Video of brawl that Deputies say led to fatal shooting of teen, more than 20 arrested
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott gave more details into the death of a 17-Year-old who died at a church parking lot. On May 10, Amon Rice and 21 other individuals agreed to meet at to the 200 block of Greenlakes Drive with the intent to settle a feud, say deputies. Those arrested in connection to Rice’s murder…
Insulin without the Ouch! Medical Minute
ABC NEWS– There is a new alternative for those living with daily insulin injections due to diabetes. The new discovery could mean insulin without the ouch. ABC’S Janai Norman explains in this medical minute. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Medical Minute
UPDATE: Body recovered Identified
Cayce, S.C. (WOLO) – The Lexington County Coroner has identified the body recovered from the Congaree River near Cayce Riverwalk this afternoon (6/27). Coroner Margaret Fisher says 50 year old Thomas Sumter of Columbia was discovered about 200 yards downstream of the Blossom Street Bridge. An autopsy has been scheduled for June 28th to determine Sumter’s cause of death. A…
Campers at Camp Wonder Hands Play Ball With Columbia Police Department
BATESBURG-LEESVILLE, S.C. (WOLO)– Camp Wonder Hands’ campers really had a unique experience that will give them stories to tell for the rest of their lives. People usually remember summer camps for the life-long friends they make, the canoeing and silly games they play, but those attending CampWonder Hands won’t ever forget the day the Columbia Police department showed up with multiple…
Richland County Deputy exposed to hepatitis c after reviving overdose victim with narcan
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – A Richland County deputy has to be tested for hepatitis-c after he was attacked by a man whose life he was trying to save. According to the Sheriff’s Office, deputies were responding to an overdose at the Regency Inn on Garner Lane Saturday (6/23). When they gave the man narcan he became aggressive towards a deputy…
SC teacher rally for more student funding, pay raises
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Before lawmakers began their joint session finalizing the state budget Wednesday (6/27), educators from across the state made a last minute pitch for more funding. The South Carolina Education Association is requesting, among other things, a $60 per student spending increase, a one percent across-the-board raise for teachers, and a starting salary of $32,000 for first…
House and Senate Pass Bill that could help ratepayers after failed nuclear plants
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- This afternoon the House and the Senate passed two bills that could help lower your next utility bill. “This is step one, we have more to do,”Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey said. “But this is a big step one.” Both the House and the Senate rached an argeement on a deal that would cut your utility bill…
Authorities identity body on Congaree River
Cayce, S.C. (WOLO) – The Lexington County Coroner has identified the body recovered from the Congaree River near Cayce Riverwalk this afternoon (6/27). Coroner Margaret Fisher says 50 year old Thomas Sumter of Columbia was discovered about 200 yards downstream of the Blossom Street Bridge. An autopsy has been scheduled for June 28th to determine Sumter’s cause of death. A…
CPD and CFD investigate series of fires near Farrow Rd.
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) – The Columbia Police Department (CPD), Columbia Fire Department (CFD), and SLED are investigating a string of fires, along the Farrow Road corridor, that have occurred over the last 2 months. The departments are seeking the public’s assistance with identifying the person or persons who may be responsible or may have information regarding the fires. The agencies are working…
