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Deputies investigating after man shot multiple times in Richland County
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Deputies are investigating a shooting that sent a man to the hospital Saturday afternoon. The shooting happened at 2:30p.m. in the 1400 block of Haviland Circle. Deputies say they were flagged down a short distance from the…
SCE&G to perform Tree Trimming in several neighborhoods
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Certain Midlands neighborhoods need to prepare for tree trimming in the next two weeks. According to SCE&G they will perform tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods for the next two weeks: Burton…
Headed to the tournament? There is a Clear Bag Policy at Colonial Life Arena
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - If you are ready for some 'March Madness' you may be headed to Colonial Life Arena for the games. There are some policies you must be aware of before entering the facility. According to the arena…
Zion's NCAA debut proves successful
Zion Williamson's NCAA tournament debut against North Dakota State University proved to be successful after pulling his team to a win during the second half.
Deputies: Sumter man arrested for bruising 6-year-old boy with a belt
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a Sumter man is charged with cruelty to children.
Sumter County man charged with criminal sexual conduct with a 15-year old, deputies say
The Sumter County Sheriff Office says a Sumter man is charged with criminal sexual conduct with a minor.
Booker nets 1st 2020 endorsement from SC lawmaker
Democratic presidential candidate Cory Booker has netted the first endorsement from a sitting lawmaker in the crucial early-voting state of South Carolina.
SC woman wrote $500 counterfeit check to receive money and goods at Sumter grocery store, deputies say
Sumter County deputies say that a Hartsville woman is charged with forgery, value less than $10,000.
Man reported his car stolen, Sumter County deputies say he lied
The Sumter County deputies say a man is charged with falsely reporting a stolen vehicle.
Richland County Legislative Delegation named 5 new nominees to serve on elections board
The Richland County Legislative Delegation has named its nominees for the Richland County Elections Board.
Gamecocks preach what they practiced, defeat Belmont to start NCAA Tourney
The Gamecocks held Belmont off from behind the three point line and advanced to their eighth-straight Round of 32, winning their NCAA Tournament opener 74-52 Friday.
Presidental hopeful Beto O'Rourke in the Midlands meeting with mayor, students
Presidential candidates are not an uncommon site in South Carolina as the First-in-the-South primary draws near.
Deputies: Lexington County man charged with attempted murder after shooting at a residence
The Orangeburg County Sheriff says a Lexington County man has been charged after a shooting incident that occurred when he confronted his wife's male friend.
School bus crashes into Sumter home
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office responded to the 2600 block of McCrays Mill Road after a Sumter School District bus struck a house and shed on Friday after 2 p.m.
Man facing charges for shooting at his former girlfriend's new friend, deputies say
Orangeburg County Sheriff says a man is being sought after shooting at a rival last week and has been taken into custody in Dorchester County.
Midlands elementary school adds garden beds thanks to grant
West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Spring is here and that means its time to get out in the garden. Friday morning students from Congaree Elementary School got the chance to get their…
Bond denied for Forest Acres bank robbery suspect
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The man suspected of robbing a Forest Acres bank last month was in bond court Friday afternoon. In a hearing at Alvin S. Glenn detention center, Samuel Neathery, 29, was denied bond. On February 5th, Forest Acres police…
March Madness details: Parking for the tournament and Game Time Schedules
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- March Madness is underway in the Capital City as Colonial Life Arena hosts the First and Second Rounds of the NCAA Men's Basketball tournament. Looking for the game schedule or parking spaces? Here's a list of important things…
The City of Sumter wants to hear from you on downtown development
Sumter, SC (WOLO) ---- The City of Sumter is asking for public input on what plans you would like to see as part of the Sumter Master Plan. Beginning April…
Lexington police search for suspect wanted for multiple burglaries
Lexington Police Department needs your help to find a suspect wanted for two burglaries early Friday morning.
Two firefighters injured after house fire on Crabtree Road
Columbia Fire Department officials say two firefighters were injured after containing a house fire on Thursday.
March "Parking" Madness
COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO)- With all of the traffic headed to the Midlands for March Madness this weekend, it's going to be a lot harder to find a parking space. There are ways to help make commuting a lot…
Tyson recalls chicken strips for possible contamination
COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO)- Tyson Foods, Inc is issuing a recall for 69,093 pounds of its frozen ready-to-eat chicken strips due to possible contamination, that's according to the United States Department of Agriculture. The USDA…
Dollar General children's cough syrup recalled
COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO)- A Dollar General brand medicine is issuing a recall for it's children's "Cough Syrup plus Mucus" due to bacteria contamination,that's according to the Food and Drug Administration. The cough syrup is…
