Man arrested in connection with burglary and attempted criminal sexual conduct
Twenty-three-year-old Kaleel McCown has been arrested for allegedly forcing his way into a home and making sexual demands.
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Deputies search for duo accused of fraud and larceny
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is hoping you can help them locate two men accused of swiping a woman's wallet and using several of her credit cards while she ate at a local restaurant.
Trooper Bob retires, looks back on his 25 year-long career
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- He’s loved by thousands and can get his message out with just a click. But soon, Trooper Bob Beres will hang up his patrol hat and get off the…
Complimentary tickets for USofC Akron game misinterpreted
[gtxvideo vid='Tzn1gkoN' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Tzn1gkoN.jpg' vtitle='USCticketsSnafu'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Contrary to what you may have heard, there are no free tickets available for the general public for the University of South Carolina game with Akron tomorrow. Earlier in the week the…
CPD looking for man accused of exposing himself to two women
Columbia Police are looking for a man they say exposed himself to two women.
Inmates used prison dairy farm, bread bakery, and the State House to smuggle in contraband
[gtxvideo vid='56qUvDgP' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/56qUvDgP.jpg' vtitle='ContrabandBond'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Allegations of sophisticated, highly lucrative black market in the prisons-- smuggling in drugs, tobacco and cell phones. Seventeen defendants faced a judge this morning for more than 106 charges. The prosecutor said…
Toddler dies in Orangeburg house fire
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Lawsuit: Church worker in toddler sex assault hurt 13 others
A South Carolina church volunteer charged with sexually assaulting a 3-year-old boy and accused of assaulting 13 other kids.
Junior League Holiday Market this weekend
[gtxvideo vid='EuGLN8V1' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/EuGLN8V1.jpg' vtitle='Junior League Holiday Market this weekend'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It's time for the holidays and an annual event has returned, full of shopping delights. Now through December 2, 2018, you can get your holiday shopping done at…
Officials: Girl, 4, dies after house fire in Orangburg
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP/WOLO) — Officials say a 4-year-old girl has succumbed to injuries she sustained in a South Carolina house fire. Orangeburg Department of Public Safety Capt. Alfred Alexander says the girl’s mother…
Saluda Shoals park breaks ground on accesible playground
Saluda Shoals park officials broke ground on what will be a universally inclusive playground on Thursday, Nov. 29.
Company adding 100 new jobs to Dorchester County
An alumninum die casting supplier is expanding operations to Dorchester County.
SC Interim Director of Commission of Higher Ed. resigns after questions over significant raise
The Interim Director of the State's Commission on higher education announces his resignation after question start swirling over a more than 90 thousand dollar raise.
USC School of Music students rehearsing for a concert unlike any other
Thursday morning, music students at the University of South Carolina were paired with inmates at Lee Correctional Facility to work on original compositions.
Man charged with attempting to murder person who tried to stop assault
Authorities say a man attempting to stop a violent domestic assault is recovering after officials say the suspect stabbed him when he tried to intervene.
Pet adoptions from Columbia Animal Services will only cost $25 in December
[gtxvideo vid='wz8kw6Z2' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/wz8kw6Z2.jpg' vtitle='HolidayPetSpecial'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - There's no place like home for the holidays, and that counts for pets as well. Beginning Saturday (12/1) and running through December, Columbia Animal Services will offer pet adoptions for $25. The…
Taking care of your four-legged friends in the cold weather
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Recently, both the Richland County Sheriff’s department and Columbia Police have released horrifying details of animal maltreatment cases. Where the dogs reportedly had no food or water and had…
CPD searching for man accused of assaulting pregnant woman
Columbia Police say on Saturday, 22-year-old Datalion Tucker assaulted a pregnant woman on Bailey Street, and threatened her with a sharp object telling her to stay in the apartment.
RCSD: Assistant Principal at Dutch Fork High School arrested on multiple drug charges
An Assistant Principal at Dutch Fork High School has been arrested for multiple drug charges, including intent to distribute, say Deputies.
Newberry County asks residents to beware of potential scam
Newberry County says a potential scam is making the rounds asking for monetary donations via phone for the SC Sheriff's Association. Click here for all of the details.
Manufacturing Company in SC expanding, set to create 100 New Jobs
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Governor's office has announced that a manufacturing company will invest nearly 40 million dollars in expansion, creating 100 new jobs in the state. According to the Governor's office, Sundaram-Clayton Limited (SCL), a leading Indian manufacturer…
Swansea HS evacuated after threat found on wall
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Deputies in Lexington County say they are investigating after a message that could be deemed threatening was found written on a bathroom wall at Swansea High School. Authorities say the school has been evacuated as a…
Columbia police need your help identifying suspect after ATM stolen
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Armed and dangerous man accused of assaulting a pregnant victim
Columbia Police Department is still searching for a man considered armed and dangerous, who's accused of assaulting a pregnant victim.
Program bridges gap between police and North Cola youth
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- A new initiative hopes to lock Midlands youth into a closer relationship with law enforcement so they won't end up locked behind bars or worse. The 29203 program brought community leaders together…
