A security guard is recovering after authorities say she was shot during a Monday morning shoot-out along Broad River Road. Suspects remain on the loose.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – A Columbia group that supports artists is offering free dance classes to the community. Fuse Artist Alliance was founded to connect artists in the Midlands. On Tuesday’s through the month of August, their professional dancers are teaching classes focused on different dance styles – free of charge. The classes take place at the Columbia Music Festival…
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- A teenager is in the hospital after deputies say he got shot during a drive-by shooting Saturday afternoon. Richland County Deputies say a 15-year-old male was shot in the upper body outside of a residence in the 100 block of Stanford Street at 4:40p.m. The victim was taken to a local hospital where he is in…
LEXINGTON, SC(WOLO)- The Lexington Police Department is investigating an Sunday morning shooting death. Authorities say the shooting happened on Cherokee Pond Court at 2:30a.m. Upon arrival officers found a white male had been shot several times laying in the front yard of a residence and they gave medical aid until Lexington County Fire Service and EMS arrived. According to Coroner…
LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The Lexington County Coroner has identified the man who drowned Saturday afternoon while swimming in Lake Murray. Coroner Margaret Fisher said Ramon Priestino, 76, of Columbia was swimming with his family in the Palm Point Drive area, near his residence, when the incident occurred at 2pm. An autopsy has been scheduled for Sunday. The incident remains…
ORANGEBURG COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Deputies in Orangeburg County are warning residents about a scam that is targeting seniors. The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Department says an individual is targeting seniors with threats that a warrant has been issued for their arrest. Officials say the scammer states a $500 payment to him will negate that warrant. “No charge can be dropped by…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Columbia Police are investigating an armed robbery at a local bank. Officers say the incident happened before 2p.m. at the TD Bank in the 1900 block of Blossom street. Police are searching for two male suspects. To receive up to $1000 for information about the crime or if you know the identity of the suspect, citizens are…
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- One person was rescued from the Congaree River Saturday morning. The Columbia Fire Department conducted the swift water rescue near the Gervais Street Bridge. Officials say the person suffered injuries, and the scene is under control. Categories: Local News, News
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– It’s the dog days of summer and you might want a furry friend to help you beat the heat. The Columbia Animal Services is hosting an Adoption Special July 21–22, 2017. All cats and dogs will be available for adoption with a fee of $20. This adoption fee includes spay/neuter, micro-chip, Feline Leukemia/Heartworm Test, initial vaccines and deworming….
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – In just one month the Midlands will be the place to be for one of the most anticipated celestial events in decades. There will be a total solar eclipse on August 21 and astronomers say Columbia will experience the event for more than two minutes. That’s among the longest in the country. The Columbia Visitor’s Bureau…
