RCSD: 9 year-old's shooting death ruled an accident
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says the shooting death of 9 year-old Christopher Scott III was an accident due to two children playing with a gun.
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HAPPY HANUKKAH: Columbia residents celebrate holiday at statehouse ceremony
Standing together against anti-Semitism was part of the message of Monday’s ceremony.
Lexington Police reports increase in parking lot collisions
Lexington Police is asking motorists to stay alert and cautious when driving in public parking lots.
Richland County taking additional steps to evaluate ARPA funding applicants
Richland County is taking additional steps to equitably distribute $16 million following an uptick in demand for a program that gives relief to businesses and nonprofits affected by the pandemic.
Richland One Superintendent issues statement on death of 9 year-old student
Richland County School District One Superintendent Dr. Craig Witherspoon issued a statement today following the death of one of their students, 9 year-old Christopher Scott, III.
Fort Jackson's 282nd Army Band invites public to holiday performance
The 282nd Army Band invites you to their performance of "Holiday Reflections: Through the Eyes of a Soldier."
Lexington's Home for the Holidays adoption special underway
You can give a pet a forever home for the holidays!
Columbia Police looking for man with fatal shooting information
Columbia Police need your help identifying a man who may have information regarding a fatal shooting.
Richland coroner releases identity of 9 year-old killed during shooting
The Richland County Coroner has released the identity of the 9 year-old victim found shot as Christopher Scott III of Hopkins.
Lexington man arrested on child sexual abuse material charges
SC Attorney General Alan Wilson announced 33 year-old William Franz Mcbride, Jr., was arrested on child sexual abuse material charges.
SC's newest K9 officer helps keep communities safe from offenders
After spending months training in Indianapolis, the canine, a 1-year-old golden retriever-Labrador mix named Chip, has learned to smell out a specific chemical.
RCSD investigates shooting death of 9 year old boy
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating a deadly shooting that has claimed the life of a 9 year old boy.
Mega Millions jackpot jumps just in time for the holidays
Tuesday's Mega Millions drawing could bring someone extra holiday cash.
Richland School District One's Hall of Fame inductees announced
Richland District One announced who will be inducted into the District’s Hall of Fame in March
Fort Jackson Army Trainees fly home for the holidays
According to Leslie Ann Sully with Fort Jackson, together more than 6,000 basic training trainees and advanced individual training soldiers are leaving their post to be with family and friends for the holidays.
Things to consider if a Pet is on your Christmas wish list
Here are five things to consider if a furry new companion is on your wish list, say experts
RCSD "Shop with A Cop' treats some Midlands kids to shopping spree
Monday, 25 middle and high school aged children got the chance to 'Shop-with-A-Cop' at Walmart on Forest Drive
Portion of West Columbia Riverwalk reopens after being closed due to flooding
Portion of West Columbia Riverwalk open after being closed due to flooding
Local Living: A look at some holiday light displays
In our look at Local Living, Tis the season for Christmas lights and the Midlands has some annual displays you can check out
Filling up during the holiday? A look at SC Gas Prices
Heading into the Christmas travel week, gas prices are lower than last year
Honor the Dream food Drive underway in City of Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--You can help the City of Columbia feed hungry families for the holidays. The City of Columbia, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation are hosting…
ABC Columbia and Red Cross host blood drive in the New Year
January is National Blood Donor month and ABC Columbia is proud to partner with the Red Cross for a New Year's Blood Drive
One person injured after shooting in Hopkins
HOPKINS, S.C. (WOLO) - The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a shooting that sent one person to the hospital. On Sunday, December 18, deputies responded to reports of shots fired at 3860 Leesburg Road in Hopkins just after 7:00…
Multiple arrests lead to seizure of weapons and illegal narcotics
ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office and Special Operations units have made multiple arrests resulting in the seizure of weapons and illegal narcotics. On Friday December 9, 19-year-old Ahmari Milhouse was taken into custody on charges of possession…
Deadly shooting in Richland County
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - One person is dead after an early morning shooting, according to the Richland County Sheriff's Office. On Sunday, Dec. 18, deputies responded to the 2400 block of Kneece Road for a report of a shooting.…
