SCSO: Man with machete, drugs found unconscious behind the wheel
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office arrest a man they say was armed and unconscious while behind the wheel of his car and also accused of having with narcotics with him.
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CPD: 1 person taken to hospital, driver cited after Wednesday morning collision
Columbia Police Department Traffic Safety officers say a 29-year-old driver has been cited for reckless driving, disregarding a traffic control device, and driving without insurance.
McMaster discusses details of state budget for FY 2025-2026
At a press conference Wednesday morning, Governor Henry McMaster announced the release of the final state budget, including 11 vetoed lines, for the upcoming fiscal year.
Richland County Council Members pass hate crime ordinance
On Tuesday, June 3, Richland County Council Members passed a hate crime ordinance.
Local Living: Big Red Barn Retreat
Local Living: Big Red Barn Retreat
Keishan Scott projected winner for State House District 50 race
Another special election ended with an upset on Tuesday, June 3.
Columbia PD investigating series of auto break-ins
Columbia Police Department is investigating a series of auto break-ins that happened at several hotels and neighborhoods, say officers.
KCSO: 1 injured after Camden shooting
Kershaw County deputies are investigating a Camden shooting that left one person injured, according to deputies.
Mike Ward projected winner in Irmo Town Council Special Election
Irmo Town officials report Mike Ward is the projected winner of Tuesday's Special Election
RCSD: Missing woman last seen on Colonial Drive found
Richland County deputies say Mary Tresca Cook has been safely located.
CPD: Police directing traffic following two vehicle collision at N. Main St. & Columbia College Dr.
CPD is directing traffic at the site of the two vehicle collision at N. Main St. & Columbia College Drive this morning.
Preliminary results are in for S.C. special elections
South Carolina holds special elections to fill several vacant seats. We have the preliminary results here
"He's with me every day" -- busts at Allen University honor the Emanuel 9
"It's more than I can express. It really tells of the love and compassion and humanity of the people here in SC and abroad of how much they love, admire and honor these that have fallen," says Rose.
Local law enforcement warns of toll text message scam
Local law enforcement agencies warn people not to fall for toll text message scam
Coroner: Victim identified in Richland County Apartment shooting
The Richland County Coroner's Office has released the identity of a man killed at a Midlands apartment over the weekend
Major Consumer recall: FDA says recalled tomatoes could cause risk of death
A major recall, the FDA is upgrading an ongoing recall of "H&C Farms Label" tomatoes in three states, including South Carolina due to a salmonella threat.
SCDMV to close Blythewood location
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Officials with the SC Department of Motor Vehicles say they are closing the customer service location in Blythewood. The closure will take effect on July 3rd. Officials say the reason for the closure is reduced parking availability…
Voters head to polls for Town of Irmo Special Election
Voters in Irmo are headed to the polls Tuesday for a special election.
Richland Co. Deputies arrest teen accused of firing at victim multiple times at gas station
17 year old Timothy Harley is being charged as an adult with multiple crimes including attempted murder, say deputies.
AG Wilson announces $7.4 billion settlement against Purdue Pharma
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Attorney General Alan Wilson announced a $7.4 billion settlement against Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family. Wilson says a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general reached the settlement with the company for their role in creating and driving…
Deputies arrest suspect in fraudulent purchases
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Richland Co. deputies say Javon Reeves is accused of obtaining goods under false pretenses. Deputies say Reeves created multiple Facebook accounts using fake names to offer to buy UTVs and other vehicles in order to get…
State health officials have tips to limit spread of mosquitos
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Summer means mosquitos in South Carolina. Officials with the State Department of Public Health say there are 61 different species of mosquitos in the Palmetto State. Often, mosquitoes are simply a nuisance, but some species can pose…
Victim identified in fatal shooting at Redpoint Columbia Apartments
The Richland County Coroner has identified a homicide victim at the Redpoint Columbia student apartment complex Saturday.
SCHP investigates deadly Anderson Co. crash
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office continues searching for a robbery suspect
Update: K-9 Angus doing well after being shot in line of duty in Calhoun County
We have some good news from the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Thomas Summers says K9 Officer Angus is home and doing well after being shot in the line of duty last week.
