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Richland deputies conduct search near Killian Road after driver flees

Richland County Sheriff's Department says there was a search for a subject near Farrow Road and Killian Road.

Police: Man arrested in possible dogfighting operation

According to investigators, during a search of Williams' home, police found equipment used in dogfighting and two pitbulls, one which had been neglected and showed scars reminiscent of dogfighting.

Sumter Police: Dogs found neglected, resident charged

Sumter Police says several dogs were found neglected on a local woman's property.

Convenience store owner, two employees accused of underreporting $2 million in sales

S.C. Department of Revenue agents arrested the owner of five convenience stores in three counties and two of his employees on 27 tax-related charges.

Judge Who Set Bond For Meadowlake Park Shooting Suspect Out Of A Job

Judge who set bonds for Meadowlake Park shooting suspect out of job

The judge that set Ty'Quan Kelly's bonds last month is out of the job.

Clarendon deputies search for 16 year-old runaway

Clarendon deputies are looking for a 16 year-old male runaway.

Lexington Traffic: West Main St. lanes reopen after 2 vehicle collision

The 1100 block of West Main Street is reopen to traffic following a two vehicle collision this morning.

UPDATE: Man arrested for stealing batteries, drill, charger from porch

Cayce Police say a man who was wanted after stealing a drill, charger and four batteries from a victim's porch was arrested.

Bond revoked for suspect in Meadowlake Park mass shooting

18-year-old Ty'Quan Kelly's bond has been revoked after the Meadowlake Park mass shooting injured 11 people.

Abortion laws may determine college decisions from students

High school students recently took to the State House to make decisions of the next stage of their lives whether that's college or trade school. However, their motivations may not be entirely financial when weighing…

Lexington District II students invited to participate in Midlands Tech graduation

Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- In tonight's ABC's of Education thirty six high school students from Lexington School District Two were invited to participate in the graduation ceremony for Midlands Technical College. The students…

RCSD makes two new arrests in Meadowlake Park mass shooting

Richland Co. deputies say they have made additional arrests in the Meadowlake Park mass shooting and are still looking for more suspects.

New medical center on North Main Street caters to senior citizens, provides easier access to doctors

Congressman Jim Clyburn received a tour of the building before speaking to the crowd about some of the benefits the center offers -- including no appointments being necessary for established patients and access to doctors' cell phone numbers.

Midlands Gives raises over $4.4 million!

Another record in the books for Midlands Gives this year!

2023 Senior Day held at S.C. State Fairgrounds

The South Carolina Department of Aging held it's annual Senior Day event earlier today at the S.C. State Fairgrounds.

West Columbia Riverwalk open after being closed due to flooding

All portions of the West Columbia Riverwalk and Amphitheater are now open after being temporarily closed due to flooding.

Global firearms manufacturer expanding Richland Co. operations

Global firearms manufacturer FN America, LLC announced plans to expand its Richland Co. operations.

Columbia Police: Three students sent to hospital after ingesting suspected edibles

The Columbia Police Department is investigating the consumption of suspected edibles by three Hand Middle students.

Smith Wins City Council Election Town Of Lexington

Gavin Smith wins Town of Lexington City Council election

The Town of Lexington has chosen a new council member in a special election yesterday.

No Injuries In House Fire On Greenleaf Rd.

No injuries in house fire on Greenleaf Road

No one is hurt after a house fire in Columbia yesterday, says the Columbia-Richland Fire Department.

Bond Revocation Hearing For Meadowlake Park Shooting Suspect

Bond revocation hearing for teenager charged in Meadowlake Park shooting

A teenager charged with the shooting at Meadowlake Park that injured 11 people last week will have a bond revocation hearing this afternoon.

Lawmakers discuss bond court system after Meadowlake Park Shooting

Eleven people were hurt in a shooting at Meadowlake Park on Beckman Road over the weekend. According to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department, students from multiple high schools in the Midlands gathered for a flash party at the park.