Lexington Fire Crews Battle House Fire on Florentine Road
According to a tweet by the County of Lexington, fire crews are on the scene of a house fire in the 4000 block of Florentine Road.
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RCSD: Man Found with Severe Injuries, Suffered Medical Emergency
The Richland County Sheriff's Department are now saying that a man found with severe injuries was not beaten, but suffered a medical condition that caused his injuries.
One Injured, Traffic Stalled in I-126 Tractor Trailer Accident
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Columbia Firefighters and police responded Tuesday morning to an overturned tractor trailer at I-126 and Elmwood Rd. Police say the driver of the truck was extracted from the truck…
Carson Comment Controversy
Carson makes controversial comments during his first speech that has other celebrities speaking out.
Women's Rights Group Honors SC Trailblazers
[gtxvideo vid='Qo89cdGQ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Qo89cdGQ.jpg' vtitle='WREN lunch'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - A new organization that advocates for South Carolina's women and girls will recognize nine influential female leaders in our state Wednesday, coinciding with International Women's Day. The luncheon, held at the Seibels…
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham to hold Hearing on Russian Policies
WASHINGTON, (WOLO)-- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham is set to hold a hearing Tuesday on Russian policies. According to Graham, the hearing is set to broaden the understanding of Russia’s policies and intentions toward specific countries in Europe. Graham is the Chair…
SC Emergency Officials Kick off Severe Weather Week
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--State Emergency officials on Monday kicked off Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week for 2017. According to the South Carolina Emergency Management Division, during the week, they want to remind people that severe storms, tornadoes and flash floods are…
Governor McMaster's Beloved English Bulldog Dies
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's first dog has died. Gov. Henry McMaster announced on social media that his English bulldog Boots died late Sunday morning at the Governor's Mansion. The governor said Boots had been treated for lymphatic cancer…
Lexington Co. Receives Over $16 Million in Flood Funding
LEXINGTON COUNTY (WOLO)-- One year and four months after flood waters devastated parts of the Midlands, much needed help is on the way. An action plan for community development in Lexington County…
Columbia Police Make Arrest in Connection with Fatal Hit and Run
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Police say they have made an arrest in connection with a fatal hit and run Friday. Police say a Crimestoppers tip led to the arrest of 19-year-old Alex Carolyn Graves as a suspect in the hit…
NCSO: 'Pigs on the Loose' Following Tractor-Trailer Crash
According to a Facebook post by the Newberry County Sheriff's Office several pigs are on the loose following a morning crash.
Deputies: Man Robs Victim Who Asked for a Ride
A man is accused of robbing a victim of several personal items after they victim asked for a ride.
Suspect Sought in Armed Robbery of Hardscrabble Road Store
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are looking for a suspect accused a robbing a Hardscrabble Road at gunpoint last night.
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Officials: 4 Missiles Launched By North Korea
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West Columbia Police Find Missing Elderly Woman With Dementia
WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-Authorities have found a missing elderly woman who suffers from dementia. Police say Virginia Walker, 72, was found in Columbia safely Sunday evening around 6:00p.m. Authorities say Walker went missing on the 100-200 block of State Street at an…
Unattended Cooking Fire Causes $50k in Damages, 5 Displaced
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- A fire caused by unattended cooking has displaced five people Sunday afternoon. The Columbia Fire Department said the grease fire started on the first floor of a two-story…
Police Search For Hit-And-Run Driver Who Killed Elderly Woman
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The Columbia Police Department is asking for the publics help finding the driver involved in a hit-and-run that claimed the life of a 67-year-old woman Saturday night. The…
RCSD Investigating After Argument Over Money Ends in Shooting
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)-Richland County Sheriff's Deputies are asking for information regarding a shooting that stemmed from an argument over money Saturday night. Deputies responded to the 100 block Cool Shade Drive at 6:00p.m to met with a male victim.…
The City of Columbia Gives Residents "All Access" at Annual Conference
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The City of Columbia's Development Department hosted its 2nd annual All Access Columbia Conference on Saturday. The event, held at Dreher High School, gave residents an all access pass to…
Islamic Center of Columbia Host 'A Day of Gratitude'
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- More than a dozen Midlands residents paid a visit to the Islamic Center of Columbia Saturday for a day of gratitude. The Muslim community of South Carolina invited the public…
Driver Attempts to Hit Deputy With Car During Chase
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- A man is facing multiple charges after he attempted to hit a deputy during a chase Saturday morning. According to Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department, Lawrence Bobby Armstrong,27, failed to pull over during a…
Lexington Co. Coroner Identifies Woman Killed in House Fire
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)- The Lexington County Coroner has identified the victim that was found dead in a house fire that happened Saturday morning. Coroner Margaret Fisher said Maria Addy-Starino, 64, of Lexington was pulled from…
Boil Water Advisory Lifted in West Columbia
WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The City of West Columbia has lifted its boil water advisory that affected some residents. The City of West Columbia has lifted a boil water advisory affecting water customers in the following areas: Brookwood Circle Wisteria…
40 Displaced After 2-Alarm Apartment Fire
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The Columbia Fire Department battled an 2 alarm fire that displaced 40 residents Saturday morning. The fire happened at 4:10a.m. at Paces Run Apartments. Fire officials say when…
