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SLED charges former Kershaw Sheriff's deputy with assault and battery

The SC Law Enforcement Division (SLED) announced 38 year-old Johnathan Lewis Goldsmith was charged with Assault and Battery 3rd degree on Feb. 6.

Sumter Coroner identifies motor vehicle collision victim

The Sumter County Coroner has identified the name of the individual who died following a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Boulevard Rd. and E Fulton St. on Feb. 6.

UPDATE: Traffic lights at Elmwood Ave. & Assembly St. working

Columbia Police says the traffic lights at Elmwood Ave. & Assembly Street are now working and traffic has resumed to normal.

Pallidus relocating corporate headquarters to York County

Pallidus, a silicon carbide wafer semiconductor manufacturer, is relocating its corporate headquarters and manufacturing operations to York County.

Man killed after KFC parking lot shooting in Bishopville

Lee County Sheriff's Office says a man is dead after he was shot multiple times at a KFC parking lot in Bishopville.

Pet of the Week: Mason!

Looking for a new 'furever' love? Come meet Mason at Lexington County Animal Services and take advantage of their Valentine's Day adoption special! This sweet boy's adoption fee is waived!

S.C. State University Alumnus wins second Grammy award

Sunday night hundreds walked off the stage of the Grammy Awards with a miniature gramophone for their contribution to music over the past year. One of them is a South Carolina native.

CPD investigates deadly shooting along Two Notch Rd.

Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Columbia Police Department is actively searching the 2300 block of Two Notch Road, where they are gathering ballistics evidence left behind after getting reports of shots fired in the…

Production at USC's Law School will honor, show parallels of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Anne Frank

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- As we continue honoring Black History Month, a play happening Tuesday night at the University of South Carolina's Law School will pay tribute to two social justice…

Lexington Sheriff's charge teen accused of H.S. threats

The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says a teenager has been arrested in connection to a series of school threats made here in the Midlands.

15 yr old charged for stabbing adoptive parents, killing one of them in Elgin

Deputies say one suspect is dead and a second is in critical condition.

Gas prices in Columbia average $3.07/gallon

Gas prices in Columbia have fallen over the past week!

Local Living: SC Jazz Masterworks ensemble at Harbison Theatre

SC Jazz Masterworks Ensemble at Harbison Theatre February 14

UPDATE: Garners Ferry & Leesburg Rd blocked after power line collision

Columbia Police have blocked the area along Garners Ferry & Leesburg Roads after an 18-wheeler accidentally struck power lines leading to a widespread power outage.

Registration open for spring break, summer camps at State Museum

The SC State Museum is welcoming campers ages 6 to 11 years old back to it's building this spring break and summer.

Women in Leadership workshop series offers candidates tips on running for office

SC Women in Leadership (WIL) is hosting a spring training workshop series beginning Feb. 11 to provide tips and information on what is needed to successfully run for office.

RCSD: Three Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center officers arrested

Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott announced the arrest of three Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center (ASGDC) officers.

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Lexington Police search for suspect accused of fraudulent purchase

The Lexington Police Department is asking the public's assistance in identifying a suspect who allegedly made a fraudulent purchase of over $500 at Food Lion on West Main Street.

$747M Powerball jackpot up to 9th-largest as drawing nears

A $747 million Powerball jackpot will be up for grabs for players willing to risk $2 against the long odds of winning the big prize

Newberry deputies arrest woman after brief vehicle pursuit

The Newberry County Sheriff's Office arrested a woman after deputies were led on a brief vehicle pursuit.

White Knoll High School cleared of threats

Lexington County Sheriff's Department says White Knoll High School has been cleared of any threats after students and staff were evacuated earlier today.

DHEC recognizes National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day with free testing

The SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is offering HIV and STDs testing in recognition of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day on Feb. 7.