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Coroner ID’s Victim in Monday Shooting

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–  We now know the name of a man shot and killed Monday afternoon. Richland Co. Coroner Gary Watts says 54 year old Edwin Santana was shot and killed during an incident at Hunter’s Way Apartments at 3pm. The Richland Co. Sheriff’s Dept. is investigating. If you have any information on this shooting call RCSD or Crimestoppers at…

University of South Carolina Recognizes History of ‘Enslaved Workers’

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– On Tuesday, USC recognized the contributions slaves made on the historic campus dating back to the 1800’s. The University of South Carolina unveiled two markers, among those one that highlights the kitchen and slave quarters that still stands behind the president’s house today. The event included song and dance. The marker recognizes 12 slaves who worked on…

Slager Sentencing Day Two- Live Reports

CHARLESTON, SC (WOLO)– The defense took the stand Tuesday in the sentencing phase of former North Charleston police officer Michael Slager. Slager pleaded guilty to shooting Walter Scott, an unarmed man in the back. Slager’s attorney says he’s going to prove that his client was an ethical officer. Tuesday, in court, audio from the incident was played. Alexis Frazier is in…

Longest Serving U.S. Congressman Retires Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Conyers Endorses Son as Replacement

Rep. John Conyers WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman John Conyers Jr. announced his retirement Tuesday. In an radio interview with Detroit radio host Mildred Gaddis, Conyers said his retirement is effectively immediately. The announcement comes after multiple woman accused Conyers of sexual misconduct on several occasions over his decades in office. The 88-year-old was head of the House Judiciary Committee…

Armed Robbery Suspects Arrested after Victims Fight Back

LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC (WOLO) – Two men face charges after shots were fired during an attempted robbery at an apartment Sunday (12/3) evening. According to the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department, Garrie Brown, 27, and Channing Dixon, 26, are charged with burglary, criminal conspiracy and possessing a weapon during a violent crime. It happened shortly after 5:30 p.m. inside an apartment…

Pet of the Week: Holly

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – The Columbia Animal Shelter is hoping you will make “Holly” part of your holiday celebration. Holly is the Shelter’s pet of the week. The shelter says the three-year-old coonhound mix is very gentle and sweet. If you would like to bring Holly home just call 803-776-PETS or go by the shelter on Humane Lane. Categories: ABC…