Smoke from Wildfires in Canada could cause air quality issues in SC, say Prisma Health officials
If you are noticing a smoky haze in the air today, there is a reason.
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Deputies: Man arrested, accused of stealing $50K in equipment
Fairfield Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Fairfield Co. deputies say Christopher Andrews is accused of stealing more than $50,000 in equipment from a property on US Highway 21 N. near Ridgeway. Investigators say the theft took place on April 15th when several…
Deputies: Four arrested in Columbia Mall robbery
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Richland Co. deputies say four suspects are in custody in connection with a robbery at Columbia Mall on May 12th. Investigators say they responded to the mall in reference to a an armed robbery. Deputies say…
Back to School Clothing Drive underway in City for students in Richland District One and Two
City of Columbia is partnering with EMS CLOSET for the “On the Right Foot: Back-to-School Clothing Drive”.
Palmetto Pride and Lt. Governor kick off 'Zero Tolerance' Litter Awareness Campaign
Palmetto Pride and Lt. Governor kick off 'Zero Tolerance' Litter Awareness Campaign
SC National Guard welcomes 30th Adjutant General
There is a new Adjutant General in South Carolina after a change of command ceremony
Sumter woman accused of sexual exploitation of a minor
Sumter Co., S.C. (WOLO)--A Sumter woman is facing a charge of sexual exploitation of a minor. Deputies with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office say on April 17th a concerned parent reported their child had received inappropriate communications from Nicole Crumb.…
Deputies: Two arrested, one sought following chase in stolen car
Newberry Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Deputies in Newberry County say two men are in custody and they are searching for a third following a chase last month. Investigators say on May 16th they were notified of a stolen Range Rover from Greenville…
UPDATE: Chapin Police suspend search searching for missing man
Chapin police say they have safely located a man who was reported missing this weekend
Midlands lawmaker considering run for governor
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--A local Democratic legislator is throwing his hat in the ring for the governor's race. Representative Jermaine Johnson of Kershaw and Richland Counties announced Sunday on social media that an exploratory committee has been put together as he…
1 dead in shooting at Redpoint Columbia Apartments Saturday
Richland County deputies say one person was killed in a shooting at the Redpoint Columbia student apartment complex on Saturday.
1 dead, 11 injured after dozens of shots fired in North Carolina, officials say
At least 80 shots were fired in a western North Carolina neighborhood early Sunday, killing one person and injuring 11 others in a residential area where a house party was being held, authorities said.
Forest Acres police report widespread mail theft overnight
In a press release, the department reports dozens of mailboxes being compromised. The cases are currently being investigated by FAPD with the possibility of being elevated to federal charges through the USPS.
Congressman Jim Clyburn hosts 33rd annual "World Famous Fish Fry"
Hundreds come out to Congressman Jim Clyburn's 33rd annual 'World Famous Annual Fish Fry'
SC AG: Prehired LLC victims to receive reimbursement
Attorney General Alan Wilson says victims of a deceptive on-line training program will finally get repaid.
Local Living: Lake Murray Palooza
Local Living: Lake Murray Palooza
Driver in Sullivan's Island playground hit-and-run faces new charges
SULLIVAN'S ISLAND, S.C. (WCIV) — The man who is charged with attempting to murder multiple people in a Sullivan's Island hit-and-run is now facing additional charges nearly a month after the initial May 1 incident. Justin Collin Adams, 36 of Greenville,…
South Carolina inmate chooses to die by lethal injection amid concerns about firing squad
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina death row inmate Stephen Stanko on Friday chose to die by lethal injection after his lawyers said he was troubled by what appeared to be a lingering death of the last person in the state who…
SCDOT to conduct nighttime closures of I-26 ramp to I-126
SCDOT says there will be temporary night-time closures and detours as crews work on paving activities on the new bridge over the Saluda River (Exit 108 B-A).
Forest Acres Police searching for two people accused of burglary
Forest Acres Police are searching for two people accused of being involved in a residential burglary that happened on Saturday.
Governor of Minnesota Tim Walz to headline SC Democratic Convention
Governor of Minnesota Tim Walz to headline SC Democratic Convention. ABC Columbia's Crysty Vaughan has details.
Columbia PD searching missing vulnerable 72-year-old woman
Columbia PD is searching for a missing vulnerable 72-year-old woman, say officers.
Portions of Riverfront Park to close for construction of new water plant intakes
Officials say contractors for City of Columbia Water Department has plans to close a section of the Riverfront Park trail beginning on Monday.
Suspect & K9 injured in officer-involved shooting in Calhoun Thursday
Calhoun County deputies say a suspect and their K9 officer were injured in an officer-involved shooting Thursday night.
CPD searches for man accused of indecent exposure
Columbia Police are asking for help locating a suspect accused of exposing himself while inside of two different stores.
