Rembert man accused of strangling woman while children watched
Sumter County deputies say they arrested a Rembert man accused of forcing his way into a women's motel and strangling her in front of her children.
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Police: Accidental shooting leaves teens critically injured
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)--Police in Sumter say a shooting at a Washington St. hotel left two teens critically injured. According to investigators, officers responded to the hotel around 10:45 Friday morning when they found an 18 year old and a 16…
RCSD: Guards arrested at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Richland Co. deputies say Bridgett Williams, 37, and Ashanti Rembert were arrested after deputies searched the cars of Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center employees. Investigators say with the recent increase in overdoses at the jail, deputies…
Midlands BBQ restaurant named among best in the Southeast
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Congratulations to City Limits Barbecue in West Columbia. The restaurant was named the fourth best barbecue restaurant in the Southeast by Southern Living Magazine. According to the magazine, City-Limits has the best pork ribs in the Carolinas and…
AG: Midlands man, television sports reporter, charged with possessing, distributing child sexual abuse material
A spokesperson for the SC Attorney General's Office says Matthew Vereen of Columbia is facing three charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor.
Hundreds of dead chickens discovered dumped in Edisto River
Hundreds of dead chickens discovered dumped in the North Fork section of the Edisto River by Edisto Riverkeeper while looking into reports of trash being dump into the waterway
SLED needs help identifying suspected shooter
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is asking members of the public to help them identify a man suspected in a shooting from Tuesday August 6, 2024.
SCSO: Sumter man arrested for manufacturing, distributing cocaine
A Sumter man was arrested after a traffic stop led to drugs being found in his vehicle, said deputies.
SCSO: 20-year-old found safe after being reported as missing
Sumter County deputies say Thompson has been found safe.
Jim Hudson Automotive Group donates meals to Harvest Hope
The Jim Hudson Automotive Group is celebrating its 13 millionth meal donation.
Local Living: Cleaning up the community
Local Living: Cleaning up the community
"God has his hand on this place" -- First Baptist Church of Gaston celebrates its 200th anniversary
GASTON, SC (WOLO) -- First Baptist Church of Gaston is celebrating its 200th anniversary -- and members are…
SCDPH: 1 person, pets exposed to rabid fox in Lexington County
A fox was found near Gaston Street between Jeffcoat Court and Carolyn Lane in Gaston has tested positive for rabies, said SCDPH.
Columbia Police holding citywide enforcement hours for 'drive sober or get pulled over' campaign
To prevent impaired driving in the City of Columbia, Columbia Police is partnering with organizations for a driving safety campaign.
Man arrested after found with drugs during Sumter County traffic stop
A man was arrested after driving twice the speed limit, according to Sumter County deputies.
Richland County coroner identifies body found in woods behind Wendy's
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford needs the public's help in identifying a body found in the woods behind a Wendy's restaurant.
Anderson Co. Sheriff's arrest man accused of drug trafficking
A Pendleton man is behind bars tonight after deputies say they discovered various types of drugs in backpacks inside of his Maple Street home
Overnight detours scheduled at Colonial Life Boulevard and I-126 Interchange in Richland County
The Department of Transportation is conducting a temporary overnight closure of the I-126 ramps at Colonial Life Boulevard, said SCDOT.
Dreher High student in national pageant
Congratulations are in order for a Midlands teen.
McMaster extends Abandoned Building Tax Credit for 10 years
Governor Henry McMaster held a ceremonial signing today at Savage Craft Ale Works in West Columbia -- extending the Abandoned Building Tax Credit Bill for another 10 years.
PRESERVING THE PAST: Historic Columbia names new executive director
Brooks will officially start her position on September 30th.
Local Living: Soda City Comic Con, Koger Center 35th birthday, Sistercare toiletry drive
Local Living: Check out some events to enjoy in the Midlands!
Pet of the Week: Deacon!
Meet Deacon who is at the City of Columbia Animal Services, and would really love to finally experience the love and care he deserves in a home.
You may have unclaimed money, here's how to check in South Carolina
You may have unclaimed cash out there.
Man convicted of Samantha Josephson murder loses appeal
Wednesday the South Carolina Court of Appeals upheld the conviction of the man who killed a USC student when she got into his car believing it was her Uber.
