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Chapin family rescued via helicopter after being stranded in NC by Hurricane Helene
"It was absolutely amazing, and just incredible. But then it was also hard too, because we knew somebody was coming to get us, and it was just sad to think of all we were leaving behind, and two it was just a vacation for us, but these people lost everything," says Wanda Hein.
2 arrests made in fatal shooting of Keenan High School student
Columbia Police Chief W. H. ‘Skip’ Holbrook has announced that two people have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a Keenan High School student during the Summer.
Newberry County install overnight curfew due to portions of county without power
Newberry County Sheriff Lee Foster, and Public Safety Director Tommy Long is establishing a curfew starting on Wednesday, say officials.
Richland County, FEMA to begin county-wide damage assessment
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) personnel, along with the Richland County Emergency Management Division (RCEMD) will begin “window” tours Thursday, Oct. 3, throughout the county’s 11 districts as part of damage assessment following Hurricane Helene.
Resources in the Midlands as SC continues to deal with Helene recovery
Many places around the Midlands are continuing to give back to others in their time of need.
Coroner identifies Richland County victim
The Richland County Coroner's Office has identified a Richland County victim, said the coroner's office.
Fairfield Co. deputies investigating animal cruelty case
Fairfield Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Deputies in Fairfield County are investigating a case of animal cruelty. Investigators say a good Samaritan found an emaciated dog stuffed inside a dog food bag…
City's Parks and Recreation department closes Riverfront Park for repairs, to clear debris after Hurricane Helene
The City of Columbia's Parks and Recreation Department will close Riverfront Park next week, according to a press release.
Richland One teaming up with Prisma Health to fight the flu
Richland One School District is teaming up with Prisma Health to fight the flu in the community, according to a press release.
RCSD deputies investigating after body was found in Congaree River
Richland County deputies are investigating after a body was found, said the sheriff's department.
Silent Witness Ceremony at the State House
At the State House on Tuesday, Oct. 1, the 27th annual Silent Witness Ceremony was held.
Injured QB Sellers and RB Sanders are practicing, South Carolina coach Beamer says
Injured South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers and running back Raheim Sanders are both practicing and improving from ankle injuries as the Gamecocks prepare for No. 12 Mississippi this week.
Your Voice, Your Vote: District 64 Representative faces Democratic challenger in Clarendon County
Republican Fawn Pedalino won the House District 64 seat in 2022 by beating incumbent Kimberly Johnson.
Lexington County to extend operation hours for storm debris drop-off site
The County of Lexington is extending its debris site operation through the weekend, say officials.
State leaders give updates on Hurricane Helene recovery efforts
Governor Henry McMaster says 36 South Carolinians are now confirmed dead due to Hurricane Helene, with over 629,000 people still without power across the state.
USPS temporarily suspends retail operations in portions of South Carolina
Retail operations at several locations are are temporarily suspended until further notice due to Hurricane Helene, according to USPS officials.
Coroner identifies person who died after multi-vehicle collision in Lexington County
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the person who died after a multi-vehicle collision, says the coroner's office.
Sumter man sentenced to prison after multi-state drug trafficking investigation
According to the DOJ, a Sumter man was sentenced to prison after a multi-state drug trafficking investigation.
Local Living: College night SC State Museum
Local Living: College night SC State Museum
Court dismisses Alex Murdaugh's appeal of 40-year sentence for financial crimes
The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals granted the government's motion Tuesday to dismiss convicted killer Alex Murdaugh's appealof his federal sentence for financial crimes.
DSS requesting waiver to issue SNAP replacement benefits in SC
The South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS) says the department is requesting a waiver from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) that if approved will allow DSS to automatically issue federally funded food replacement benefits to current SNAP recipients.
RCSD: Former deputy arrested on domestic violence charges
A deputy has been terminated after his arrest for domestic violence charges, according to RCSD.
Santee Cooper tower collapses
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Officials with Santee Cooper confirm that one of the company's towers collapsed into the Congaree River. Officials say it is not affecting power distribution. A spokesperson for the Congaree Riverkeeper says the tower is just downstream of…
President Biden to survey damage caused by Helene in the Carolinas
President Joe Biden is making stops in the Carolinas to survey the impact of Helene on both states, according to the White House.
