Lexington-Richland 5 students won't make up missed day due to teacher rally
One Midlands school district has decided that students will not have to make up the day missed because of the teacher rally last week.
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CPD still investigating a 2012 hit and run incident on Medical Park Drive
The Columbia Police Department is encouraging citizens to call Crimestoppers with information regarding a 2012 hit and run incident that seriously injured a cardiac nurse.
Midlands Give 2019 kicks off at midnight with over 400 local organizations participating
One of the largest fundraising efforts in the state gets underway tomorrow,
Passion, resilience drive small business owners to succeed in Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --ย Itโs no secret that small businesses are a major part of several communities across the Midlands. As one of hundreds of small business owners who set up shop…
SC woman charged with using her Jeep as ram with children inside
A Newberry woman is accused of using her Jeep as a weapon against her husband.
SC State Museum hosts Teacher Appreciation Night May 7
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It's Teacher Appreciation week and the South Carolina State Museum wants to show appreciation for our teachers. ย Museum officials say, in celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week, the museum will host a special free event for South…
Coroner releases identity of 68-year-old man found dead in Eastover home
Richland County Coroner Gary Watts has released the name of the individual found dead in his home after being involved in a shooting incident.
Sheriff: Body recovered from crashed car in SC pond
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office say one person is dead from drowning involving a car accident.
Lexington Richland District Five waives make-up day for May 1 due to teacher rally
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Lexington Richland School District Five officials announced that the Board of Trustees voted to forgive a day students missed on May 1, 2019 due to the teacher rally at the statehouse. According to district officials, the day has…
Governor names first South Carolina State Child Advocate
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has named South Carolinaโs first State Child Advocate. On Monday, the Governor announced that Amanda F. Whittle will be the first person to fill the position. It was created by a bill…
Police: One critically injured in motorcycle crash on Elmwood Avenue
Columbia Police Department say one person is critically injured after a single motorcycle crash on Elmwood Avenue this morning.
Man identified in deadly shooting after fight in Richland County
RICHLAND COUNTY,SC (WOLO)- One man is dead after a fight turned into a shooting in Richland County Sunday morning. The shooting happened in the 7900 block of Bluff Road at 1:30 a.m. When deputies arrived they found Richard Lamar Patterson,…
Sumter man wanted for attempted murder, armed robbery, and kidnapping arrested
SUMTER COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- A man wanted for multiple violent crimes in Sumter was captured Sunday morning. Charlesย Spencerย Anderson,43, was wanted for armed robbery, kidnapping and attempted murderย of two employees at a business near the intersection of Pocalla Road and Guignard…
1 dead after fight turns into shooting in Richland County
RICHLAND COUNTY,SC (WOLO)- One man is dead after a fight turned into a shooting in Richland County Sunday morning. The shooting happened in the 7900 block of Bluff Road at 1:30 a.m. When deputies arrived, they found a man who…
Donation Drive: Help moms in need this Mother's Day
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - You can help some moms in need ahead of Mother's Day City. The City of Columbia and "Two Men and a Truck" are teaming up for a donation drive for mothers displaced from Allen-Benedict Court Apartments.…
Columbia police respond to a crash involving a train, no one injured
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Columbia police responded to a crash Saturday night after a train hit a car. The incident happened in the 5900 block of Farrow Road. Police say the vehicle was unoccupied due to mechanical problem. https://twitter.com/ColumbiaPDSC/status/1124869080408842240 No one was…
Sumter man killed in Saturday morning crash
SUMTER, SC (WOLO)-An investigation in uderway after deadly crash in Sumter County Saturday morning. The single car crash happened on US Highway 378 at 3:45am. Officials say Hunter Christmas, 21, of Biddle…
Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg continues 2020 campaign in the Midlands Monday
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO/WCIV)- South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg announced he will be returning to South Carolina for a two-day swing through Orangeburg and North Charleston. On Sunday, the hopeful for the Democratic presidential nomination will hold a town hall at…
Sneak peek: Disney on Ice brings 100 years of Magic to Colonial Life Arena
๏ปฟ๏ปฟ COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Disney characters are hitting the ice this weekend at Colonial Life Arena. They are inviting you to celebrate 100 years of magic with 'Disney on Ice'! 'Disney on Ice 100 years of Magic' runs Saturday…
Walk to help end the stigma of mental illness: NamiWalks at Finlay Park
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Lace up your shoes and take part in a walk to help end the stigma around mental illness. ย NamiWalks event , May 4, at Finlay Park at 10am. Registration opens at 9am. According to organizers, the event is…
Columbia resident, firefighters recognized for life-saving achievement
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --ย Columbia Fire Chief Aubrey Jenkins recognized four firefighters and a Richland County man for their quick action in saving a manโs life. Lawrence Terry, 34, says of all…
Rosewood Crawfish festival brings food and fun to new location
[gtxvideo vid='7iZdcHFi' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/7iZdcHFi.jpg' vtitle='ROSEWOODE CRAWFISH'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---The Rosewood Crawfish Festival brings 10 thousand pounds of fresh Louisiana crawfish, music giving neighbors from all over Columbia a chance to come together and enjoy in the Rosewood area as dozens…
Former VP and Democratic Candidate for President Joe Biden to visit SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Former Vice President and 2020 Democratic Presidential candidate Joe Biden will be in South Carolina this weekend. It is Biden's first visit to the Palmetto State since announcing his run. According to his campaign, Biden will be…
Jury selection goes slowly in SC dad's death penalty case
Jury selection is going more slowly than a judge had hoped in the death penalty trial of a father charged with killing his five children in their South Carolina home.
Lexington PD still searching for suspects involved in CVS Pharmacy armed robbery
The Lexington Police Department detectives are still seeking the identities of two subjects who robbed the CVS Pharmacy on Sunset Boulevard at gunpoint.
