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Richland One releases statement following death of elementary school principal

Richland County School District One has released a statement following the death of an elementary school principal's death.

Columbia man sentenced to federal prison for gun charge

A 35-year-old man was sentenced to more than 8 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition, says the DOJ.

Family Health Centers to host free HIV testing event for National HIV Testing Day

Family Health Centers, Inc will host a free National HIV Testing Day event on Thursday.

Coroner identifies victim of vehicle collision

The Richland County Coroner has identified the victim of a Thursday vehicle collision, says the coroner’s office.

ABC Columbia welcoming new network

On Tuesday, June 25, 2024, WOLO/ABC Columbia will welcome a new network, MeTV Toons, to our WOLO 25.9 sub-channel.

Man charged in connection with homicide on Northfield Court

A man has been charged in connection with a homicide on Northfield Court, says RCSD.

Coroner identifies man killed in motorcycle collision

The Richland County Coroner's Office is releasing the name of the man killed in a motorcycle collision on Monday, June 17, says the coroner's office.

Richland County deputies asking for public's help finding person involved in chase that killed K9 officer

Richland County deputies are asking for the public's help finding a person involved in the chase that killed K9 Officer Wick, says the department.

Governor McMaster to visit Germany, a major driver of the state's economy

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster is off to Germany next week to strengthen business ties that have fueled this century's economic boom in the formerly struggling Southern state.

SCHP: Lanes back open after wreck on I-26 East at Exit 125

Officials with the South Carolina Highway Patrol say all lanes are back open after an early morning wreck on I-26 East at Exit 125.

Former Marion Co. Deputy charged with assault & battery, misconduct in office

A former Marion County Sheriff's Deputy is accused of assault and battery, misconduct against a man arrested for public intoxication

Baby raccoons block traffic in Lexington

Police in Lexington say they responded to call of two baby raccoons blocking street traffic at the intersection of South church and Roberts Street.

Lexington County deputies rescue baby deer

Summertime means more folks are spending time outdoors and the same can be said for our local wildlife.

Red Cross's annual Battle of the Badges blood drive

First responders in the Midlands are out for blood.

Local Living: Benedict College's Harambee Festival

Local Living: Juneteenth Festival in Hopkins, Make Music Day, Friday Night Laser Lights, Glow Golf event

Local Living: Here are some events in the Midlands to enjoy!

"He lost his partner" -- RCSD mourns death of K-9 Wick

Investigators say around 1 a.m. Thursday morning, K-9 Specialist Zaid Abdullah and K-9 Wick were in pursuit of a suspect on foot when K-9 Wick's leash broke.

Department of Public Safety held statewide DUI Enforcement Recognition and Law Enforcement Target Zero Challenge Ceremony

This Thursday afternoon, June 20, the Department of Public Safety took time to recognize officers going above and beyond to keep South Carolina roads safe.