Update: Grand larceny suspect arrested during traffic stop
Richland County Sheriff's deputies say they arrested a suspect in a grand larceny case.
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Rep. Rick Quinn Appears in Court
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- A personal recognizance bond was set at $50,000 Tuesday morning for former Republican Majority Leader Rep. Richard Quinn. Quinn is charged with two counts of misconduct in office. Prosecutors say he took more than $4.5 million from…
Ambassador Haley Pledging Additional Support for Syrian Refugees
ZAATARI REFUGEE CAMP, Jordan (AP) - The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations is pledging additional support for refugees fleeing Syria's long civil war. Nikki Haley visited a refugee camp in Jordan on Sunday, meeting refugees and those who help…
Trump: "I never mentioned Israel to Russian Officials in Oval Office Meeting
ABC NEWS- President Donald Trump said today that he "never mentioned" Israel during his controversial Oval Office meeting with Russian officials, in which he reportedly disclosed classified information that could have compromised an Israeli intelligence source. "I never mentioned…
Police Seeking Woman Accused of Fraudulent Credit Card Use
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The Columbia Police is asking for the public's help finding a woman accused of stealing money from a victim’s bank account. The suspect, seen in the surveillance photo with green hair is accused of receiving a $3,500…
Accused killer's arrest results in law on background checks
People who sell or manage property in South Carolina will have to pass a background check to renew their license under a new law prompted by last November's arrest of a then-real-estate agent accused of killing seven people.
Teen accused of stealing $7K worth of guns, electronics and jewelry during home burglary
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are looking for a 17-year-old accused of stealing guns, electronics and jewelry during a home burglary last month.
Plans for 2017 Charleston 9 ceremony released
The City of Charleston has announced plans for the upcoming 10-year anniversary of the Sofa Super Store fire. The nine Charleston firefighters who lost their lives will be honored during a service planned for 7 p.m. Sunday, June 18.
Victim in fatal I-20 accident identified
The man killed in an early morning accident on I-20 was traveling in the wrong direction, officials say.
SCHP: Driver in fatal accident overcorrected, struck tree
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - One person has died following an accident overnight. Officials with the South Carolina Highway Patrol say the driver of a 2006 Nissan was killed when the vehicle left the road and struck a tree. Lexington…
Richland County day-worker charged with assaulting toddler
A former day-care worker was charged with assault and battery after deputies say she slapped a toddler multiple times after the child allegedly did not put away toys.
Candidate Archie Parnell Holds Town Hall Monday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The Democratic Challenger in the race for the Congressional 5th District seat will host a town hall meeting Monday. It will take place at the USC Sumter Arts and Letters Building, Lecture Hall 116 at 6pm. Parnell says…
Person Saved by Fire Rescue After Being Trapped on Saluda River
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- One person was saved after being trapped on an island Saturday afternoon. The Columbia Fire Department conducted a water rescue after one person was trapped on an island in the Saluda River, downstream from botanical gardens. Officials…
Teen Shooting Victim Dies, 14-Year-Old Suspect in Custody
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- A teen who was shot Friday has died, police have arrested a 14-year-old in connection to this shooting. Richland County Coroner Gary Watts has identified the teen as Christopher Ladarren Simmons,19. Watts adds that Simmons died from…
One Person Displaced After Overnight House Fires
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The Columbia Fire Department is investigating after two homes went up in flames Friday night, leaving one person displaced. Fire officials responded to the fires in the 1600 block Mayer St around 11p.m. According to the Columbia…
Event to Help Columbia Animal Services Saturday and Sunday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Get ready to fill up the truck. The City of Columbia Animal Services is hosting a fill the red truck event to get supplies for the shelter. You can drop off pet supplies at the corner of Heyward…
Homeless Veterans Program
Columbia, SC. (WOLO) --- The Capital City is working to help homeless veterans as they return home from overseas. The goal is to help them make a smooth transition so they won't have to fight at home as well. [gtxvideo…
Midlands Family Pleas for Answers in Unsolved Murder
An area family is hoping someone can help bring their loved ones killer to justice.
With no budget in sight, House members told not to return
House Speaker Jay Lucas is encouraging House members not to waste their time and taxpayers' money by returning to Columbia on Tuesday, since there is no budget compromise to consider.
Deputies respond to shots fired call, find victim
Richland County deputies said they found a man shot on Southern Drive overnight.
Fill The Red Truck Event in City of Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Get ready to fill up the truck. The City of Columbia Animal Services is hosting a fill the red truck event to get supplies for the shelter. You can drop off pet supplies at the corner of Heyward…
City of West Columbia is Encouraging Residents to Share Restoration Ideas
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Things are changing in West Columbia and officials are reaching out to the public to see what they should bring to the area next, turning an old…
Three charged in connection with Lexington County homicide
SLED officials say charges were filed Wednesday in connection to the deadly shooting that happened earlier this week, involving a relative of a Lexington County Sheriff's Department employee.
Crews battle apartment complex fire
Columbia firefighters are working a fire at an apartment complex in the 1800 block of Longreek Drive.
Richland Library to Host Career Fair for Young Adults
[gtxvideo vid='Hk1Me3YH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Hk1Me3YH.jpg' vtitle='young adult career fair'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Richland Library is hosting almost two dozen Midlands businesses Saturday for a job fair geared at young adults. The target age range is 16 to 24, but anyone looking for…
