Duo Scammed Elderly Woman of $1K
Deputies in Richland County are asking for help identifying two suspects wanted for scamming a 79-year-old woman out of $1,300.
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Man, 24, Sought for Attempted Murder Following Shooting, Deputies Say
A 24-year-old man is being sought by deputies for attempted murder after allegedly shooting a man following an altercation on Saturday.
Woman Dies From Hypothermia
Greenville, SC (WOLO)--This weekends frigid temperatures are now being blamed for the death of an elderly woman in Greenville. Officials say, 83 year old Joyce Norris died of hypothermia after falling in her driveway and left in the cold. Authorities…
One more day to apply for FEMA assistance from Matthew
[gtxvideo vid='JRMGHoYh' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/JRMGHoYh.jpg' vtitle='FEMA'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)-- As much of South Carolina and the southeast braced for the impact of Hurricane Matthew in early October, residents were ordered to leave the coast and head for higher and potentially drier ground.…
CPD: Man in Critical Condition after shooting
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – The Columbia Police Department is investigating a shooting that has left a man in critical condition. Officials said the shooting happened in the 3600…
Woman Stabbed in Hotel After Opening Door
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – A woman was stabbed in the upper body after opening her hotel door Saturday night, according to Richalnd County Sheriff's Department. Deputies responded to an aggravated assault call at the InTown Suites in the 8300…
Deputies investigating after man shot in Richland County
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – Richland County deputies are investigating a shooting that happened on Trotter Road Saturday afternoon. Authorities were called to Palmetto Health Richland Hospital at 4 p.m in reference to a gunshot wound victim. Deputies said the…
Boil Water Advisory for Parts of West Columbia
COLUMBIA , SC (WOLO )-- The City of West Columbia experienced a water line break affecting water customers in the following areas, say officials. The following streets are impacted: 400-500 Blocks of Beverly Drive Dawn Drive Rainbow Circle Kensington Court 2400-2800Blocks…
Vets Charity Ride for Dorn VA
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The motorcycles are revving up Sunday for the 2016 Vets’ Christmas Charity Ride. The ride brings in gifts and donations to the Dorn VA Medical Center. Organizers say thousands of riders will begin at 2 p.m. from…
Suspect killed in shootout with officers after chase in Sumter identified
SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO) - A spokesperson for Sumter Police Department confirms a fatal officer-involved shooting happened at the intersection of Guignard Drive and Miller Road. The Sumter County Coroner’s Office said Waltki…
Armed Robbery Suspect Sought in Orangeburg Co.
A suspect accused of robbing three men at an Orangeburg County grocery store is on the run and deputies need your help locating him
Home for the Holidays Adoption Special
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Looking to bring a furry friend home for the Holidays? The City of Columbia and Lexington Animal Services is hosting a Home for the Holidays Adoption Special for the month of December. The special adoption price will…
Man dies after hitting tree in Richland County
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – A man was killed on Friday night after crashing into a tree on Farrow Road in Columbia. Bryant E. Dreher,69, was traveling southbound on Farrow road when he crossed the median, left the roadway and…
Man Found Dead in Richland County Vacant House Fire
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) –The death of a man found dead in a vacant house fire on Carver street is under investigation. Richland County Coroner, Gary Watts, said an unidentified man was found dead in a vacant residence on Saturday morning…
Protect Your Holiday Packages: Safety Tips
[gtxvideo vid='dEpaNyo9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/dEpaNyo9.jpg' vtitle='Protect Your Holiday Packages: Safety Tips'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Holiday gift giving means a surge in sending for the U.S. Postal Service. The postal service is urging residents to take precautions to prevent package theft. - Upgrade package…
Suspect Sought in Attempted Orangeburg Co. ATM Theft
Investigators with the Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Officer are looking for the driver of a vehicle in an attempted theft of an ATM.
Deputies arrest man in connection to shooting on US 15
An argument between two men lead to one man allegedly shooting the another in the leg.
Suspect Arrested in Connection to Patricia Drive Fatal Shooting
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department arrested a suspect Thursday in connection to a shooting that occurred earlier in the day.
'Not Even One Word,' Roof to FBI Agents on Emanuel Shooting
Dylann Roof told FBI agents he wasn't sure how many people he shot inside Emanuel AME Church in the early minutes of a recorded two-hour interview.
Sumter Man Arrested on Child Porn Charges
A 52-year-old Sumter County man is charged with 11 counts of sexual exploitation of minors.
2016 Holiday Open House of ‘Past and Presents’
[gtxvideo vid='9S6dWMEe' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9S6dWMEe.jpg' vtitle='2016 Holiday Open House of 'Past and Presents''] ABC News-- The theme for the 2016 Holiday Open House is “Past and Presents.” Come enjoy light refreshments and holiday music as we get the Lorick Plantation into the…
8th Annual Crafty Feast
Your Christmas shopping list just became a whole lot easier. Click here to find out how you can get "crafty" when it comes to to your holiday gift getting and giving.
South Carolina Economists on 2017 Outlook
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Two South Carolina economic experts are predicting the state will prove to be a strong economic engine for new jobs and larger incomes in the coming year. On Thursday, University of South Carolina economists Doug Woodward…
Roof Jurors View Dashcam During Trial
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - Jurors in the Charleston church shooting trial have viewed dashcam video from two police cruisers showing the apprehension of Dylann Roof. Roof was arrested in Shelby, North Carolina, on June 18, 2015, the day after authorities…
Winter Preparedness Week
[gtxvideo vid='jPF6VFUs' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/jPF6VFUs.jpg' vtitle='Winter Preparedness Week'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Governor Nikki Haley has proclaimed the week of December 4 through December 10, 2016, as South Carolina Winter Weather Preparedness Week. The South Carolina Emergency Management Division and the National Weather Service along with the agencies that…
