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
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"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.
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.
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.
