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Woman’s Burned Remains Found Inside Metal Barrel in Chester Co.

YORK COUNTY, S.C. (WSOC) — York County detectives are conducting their sixth homicide investigation of the year after they were called to a home on Azurine Circle in Fort Mill Wednesday. John Vincent Coddington, 22, who lived at that home, was taken into custody and charged with murder. Investigators said Coddington hit and kicked 32-year-old Tiffany Williams to death and…

RCSD Offers Holiday Protection Tips

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — During the holiday season, Sheriff Leon Lott is urging citizens to remain alert to your surroundings. Sheriff  Lott is offering these holiday safety tips for your protection: Personal Protection: Don’t think that that it can’t happen to you. Always be aware of your surroundings, who’s in front of you and who’s behind you. Don’t get distracted. Walk purposefully,…

SLED Investigating an Officer-Involved Shooting in Anderson County

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Agents of the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Anderson County. The incident happened Thursday, December 10 in which a man was shot during a confrontation with deputies of the Anderson County Sheriff’s Department, officials say. The incident was the 48th officer-involved shooting in South Carolina in 2015 and the first this…

‘It’s solely on the kids, the school shouldn’t be punished,’ says woman who posted Citadel Photos

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — The 19-year-old woman who posted photos to Facebook of Citadel cadets wearing white hoods says she doesn’t know why the images were shared with her, but she’s hopeful the people involved learned a lesson. The woman, who asked not to be identified, said she thought people should know about the images. “It worried me and I…

Holiday Shopping for Flood Survivors This Weekend

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — This weekend survivors of South Carolina’s historic flooding will have a unique opportunity to select their own holiday gifts at a free private shopping experience. Shoppers will be able to shop for new bedding, toys, furniture and clothing beginning Friday, December 11 – Sunday, December 13 at Dutch Square Center. Brands Include: Aeropostale, Free People, GAP, Gerber…

Donald Trump Leads in Latest Winthrop Poll

Donald Trump leads in South Carolina in latest Winthrop Poll after controversial remarks

Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) — In the latest Winthrop University poll, Donald Trumps leads with 24% of the vote in South Carolina. Ted Cruz takes 16% and Ben Carson follows with 14%. “What it shows is a fair amount of stability,” said University of South Carolina Political Science Professor Robert Oldendick. Stability Oldendick said may not waiver, even after Trump’s…

Two Men Arrested in Connection with Bank Robbery

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Richland County Sheriff Leon announced the arrest of two men wanted in connection to an armed robbery. Authorities say that just before 5 p.m. on Dec. 1. 21 year-old Terrance Bouknight entered the SC Federal Credit Union at 10311 Garners Ferry Road posing as a customer while 21-year-old Clarence Nesmith was there to serve as the lookout….

Gun Sales: White House to Seek Expanded Background Checks

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama’s advisers are finalizing a proposal that would expand background checks on gun sales without congressional approval. White House adviser Valerie Jarrett says the president has asked his team to complete a proposal and submit it for his review “in short order.” She says the recommendations will include measures to expand background checks. Jarrett spoke…

19-year-Old Behind Bars After Series of Break-Ins

        COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — A teen is behind bars in connection with a series of break-ins and thefts. Columbia Police say 19-year-old Collin Daves stole a Jeep Cherokee from Linwood Drive and allegedly stole a credit card from another vehicle on Palmer Road and than attempted to use the card to make fraudulent purchases at a nearby business….

Gaston Man Accused of Sexually Assaulting a Minor

  GASTON, S.C. (WOLO) — A man is facing multiple charges after investigators say they were shown a video of the man sexually assaulting a minor. 67-year-old Keith Berry is charged with sexual exploitation of a minor. Berry is being held at the Orangeburg-Calhoun Regional Detention Center. Categories: Calhoun, Local News Tags: Calhoun County, Keith Berry