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Local News
Richland County Legislators Recommend Six New Recreation Commissioners
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Nearly a year after legislators called for the suspension of the Richland County Recreation Commission, county delegates recommended six new commissioners for the agency. "I'm very excited about…
House Passes Bill Allowing Licenses That Comply with REAL ID
The House has passed a bill allowing South Carolinians to obtain a driver's license that meets federal identification requirements and can be used to get onto military bases and board a plane.
Parents Charged with Neglect After Son Shot Himself
A Branchville couple was arrested after their 3-year-old son suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Deputies: Mother and Son Arrested After Chase, Drugs Found in Car
A Newberry woman and her son numerous charges after a car chase Sunday night.
Arrest Made in 2016 Shooting Death of Sumter County Teen
A suspect has been arrested in the September 2016 shooting death of a Sumter County teen.
Deputies Say Shootings Possibly Related
A rash of shooting last month in Richland County are likely related and deputies need your help identifying who was involved.
UPDATE: RCSD: Burglary Suspect Captured In Georgia
A suspect was arrested in Georgia in connection to an January burglary at Old Woodlands Road home.
Roads Bill Passes in House With Vote of 97-18
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Despite Governor McMaster saying increasing the gas tax should be a last resort for our state, the 2017 infrastructure bill passed overwhemingly in the House.
Mental Health Advocates Push this Session's Issues
[gtxvideo vid='DXShsyCh' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/DXShsyCh.jpg' vtitle='mental health day'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Citizens will gather in the State House rotunda Thursday for Mental Health Advocacy Day. The press conference takes place at 10:30 a.m. Members of the public are invited to attend.…
Suspect Drowns After Trying to Escape Sumter Co. Deputies
Sumter County Officials find suspect drowning after they say he ran from a license check point.
6 White Knoll Students on School Bus Burned by Steam From Cooling System
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)- Authorities say six soccer players riding inside a school bus were scalded when steam and hot water from the cooling system in the bus sprayed inside the vehicle. Lexington…
House Passes Bill Raising $600M Additional Yearly for Roads
The House has passed a bill that eventually pumps $600 million yearly into fixing South Carolina's roads after defeating efforts to offset a gas tax increase with income tax cuts.
RCSD: Man, 66, Severely Beaten
A 66-year-old man was severely beaten and deputies need your help locating who was involved.
RCSD Investigating Overnight Stabbing on Bluff Road
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - A man was stabbed multiple times last night and authorities need your help identifying the suspect. Richland County Sheriff's deputies say the stabbing occurred around about 7 p.m. outside Rick's Bait &…
Community Engagement Day at the State House
Today is Community Engagement Day at the South Carolina State House.
EdVenture Merges with Children's Museum of South Carolina
[gtxvideo vid='gdGkGrhC' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/gdGkGrhC.jpg' vtitle='edventure merge'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – EdVenture has officially merged with the Children's Museum of South Carolina. The combined museum will maintain the current two locations while pursuing plans to develop a new museum in Myrtle Beach,…
All Access Columbia Conference
An event coming to the City of Columbia is aimed at helping citizens find different ways to make a positive impact on their community one family at a time.
Wednesday Morning Menu
Here's a list of different events that will be taking place through out the Midlands for you and your family to enjoy.
Coach Swinney Addresses General Assembly at the State House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Coach Swinney addressed legislators from both sides of the aisle Tuesday, using football as a metaphor for coming together for the greater good. Coach Dabo Swinney stood before members…
Man, Accomplice Sought in Burglary
A 26-year-old man and his accomplice are wanted by the Richland County Sheriff Sheriff's Department for burglary.
Lexington Richland Five to Host Community Fair Tuesday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Lexington-Richland School District Five is inviting parents and families to attend its annual Community Services Fair. The fair is Tuesday at Irmo High School from 5:30pm-7:30pm Officials say it's an opportunity for families and students with disabilities to connect…
Federal Prosecutors Want Tough Sentence for Friend of Dylann Roof
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - Federal prosecutors want a stiff sentence for a friend of Dylann Roof who didn't report Roof's plans to kill black church worshippers in South Carolina. In court papers filed Monday, prosecutors said Joey Meek knew the…
Police Say Someone Stole Over Three Hundred Dollars from SC Girl Scouts
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ Police say someone stole $345 from Girl Scouts selling cookies in front of a Charleston pet store. Charleston Police spokesman Charles Francis said in a news release the scouts turned their backs from their table as…
Organizations Join Forces to Educate Authorities on Human Trafficking
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Richland County Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force (RCAHTS) and Lighthouse for Life are setting aside three days to help state law enforcement better identify victims of sex trafficking. The…
