UPDATE: 87 year-old missing woman located safely
The Irmo Police Department says a 87 year-old woman was located safely after she was declared missing last week.
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Lexington Coroner releases identity of single-vehicle collision victim
The Lexington Coroner has released the identity of the individual who died in a single-vehicle collision on Gardner's Terrace Road in the West Columbia area of Lexington Co on May 13 at around 12:58 a.m.
Lexington Coroner releases identity of teen in fatal moped accident
Lexington Coroner Margaret Fisher has released the identity of an individual who died in a moped accident in the 100 block of Windsor Park Drive.
Lexington man arrested on child sexual abuse material charges
SC Attorney General Wilson says Caleb Dawkins has been charged with six counts of sexual exploitation of a minor.
Power of the Purse Fundraising Event
United Way of the Midlands' Women in Philanthropy is rolling out the pink carpet this week for their 21st annual Power of the Purse event, and they're encouraging everyone to come out to support the cause!
Governor: SC General Assembly to reconvene for special session Tuesday
Governor Henry McMaster has issued an Executive to reconvene the General Assembly for an extra legislative session to take up several issues.
Big bucks will be spent on mom this Mother's Day
Consumers will shell out $35.7 billion for mom, based on annual survey.
Riverbanks Zoo expansion to include new home for Komodo Dragons
More expansion is in the works for Riverbanks Zoo and Garden as part of the Bridge to the Wild project.
Prices at the pump in SC on the rise
Average gas price in the Midlands $3.13 per gallon
Free COVID-19 test kits available at some DHEC clinics
COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Tests has been refreshed and kits are available for free at most DHEC health clinics throughout the state.
City of Columbia hosting Touch A Truck event in May
The City of Columbia is inviting the public to a Touch-A-Truck event on May 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
City of Columbia hosting Prime Time in the Parks Teen program
Columbia Parks & Recreation is hosting 3 free teen nights for Columbia’s youth, which begin Friday, June 23.
Orangeburg - Wilkinson H.S. Students join Black Expo vendors
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- A group of students will be representing Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School as vendors at the 26th annual Black Expo. The Orangeburg County School say the experience will "provide…
Torch Run kicks off start to Special Olympics State 'Summer Games'
Law Enforcement agencies around the Midlands and the Upstate participated in a 140 mile relay for the Special Olympics.
Congressman Jim Clyburn to receive an honorary degree
In tonight's abc's of education South Carolina Congressman Jim Clyburn will be awarded with an honorary degree from Howard University this weekend.
Local Living: Mother's Day at SC Museum, Black Expo & more
Here's a look at some of the events taking place in and around Columbia in your Local Living brought to you by MUSC Health
Students use 3-D printing to create sea lion feeding buckets for Riverbanks Zoo
Zookeepers at Riverbanks Zoo's Sea Lion Landing say their feeding buckets kept breaking, until students at Richland Two Institute of Innovation stepped in to help create a new one.
Sumter PD urges drivers to stay alert during Saturday's Sumter Clarendon Heart Walk
Beginning Saturday at 8 a.m. traffic will be controlled on Calhoun Street and other downtown area streets.
High-beam headlights lead to pursuit and couple's arrest
A couple is in custody in Sumter County after a chase with law enforcement.
Sumter deputies: Three men arrested following break-up altercation
Three men are in custody following a shooting and altercation over a break-up last month in Sumter.
Governor McMaster appoints Brian Gaines as Comptroller General
S.C. Dept. of Administration Executive Budget Director Brian Gaines, 41, will fill the role until the General Assembly elects a successor, say officials.
Governor McMaster calls General Assembly back for extra session
Governor McMaster has called the General Assembly to reconvene on May 16 at 12 p.m. for a special session to take up bond reform, budget, illegal gun possession, and protect life.
Eastbound lanes open; one westbound lane blocked from wreck on I-26 at mile marker 93
South Carolina Highway Patrol says all eastbound lanes are back open but one westbound lane is closed from a wreck on I-26.
EPA proposes new emission standards
The environmental protection agency (EPA) is proposing a new set of climate rules.
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham reintroduces bill to give law enforcement raises
Washington, DC (WOLO) --- In just a few days we will celebrate the law enforcement community that protects and serves members of the community. United States Senator Lindsey Graham, a senior member of the Senate Judiciary Committee wants to recognize…
