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Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. aware of social media threats against Richland County Schools

Richland County Sheriff’s Department says they are aware of the alleged social media threats made mentioning Columbia and Richland County Schools.

UPDATE: Overnight shooting at Prescott Road under investigation

Richland County deputies are investigating an overnight shooting at the 1000 block of Prescott Road Tuesday.

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Officers searching for 81 year-old missing male who suffers from Alzheimers

The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Joe Nathan Glover, 81, who was reported missing from his Spann Circle home on Oct. 6

Columbia Police at CA Johnson High School after social media threats

Columbia Police officers say they are on scene safeguarding CA Johnson High School following a social media post threatening gun violence today.

Fort Jackson releases identity of deceased soldier

Ft. Jackson, S.C. (WOLO)-- Officials at Fort Jackson have identified a soldier who died on the base on October 7th. A spokesperson says Pvt. Danielle Shields from Decatur, GA was found unresponsive in her barracks. “This is a very hard…

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KCSD: Assault charge upgraded to murder

Kershaw County Sheriff’s Department says Michael Todd Gray, 51, was charged with murder after an Oct. 3 incident where he assaulted a victim who later succumbed to head injuries.

DHEC accepting grant applications for reducing diesel emissions

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is accepting grant applications from private businesses, colleges and universities, non-profit organizations, and government entities to fund projects aimed at reducing diesel emissions.

Pet of the Week: Clementine!

Meet Clementine! This 7-month-old tuxedo and tripod kitty is up for adoption at Columbia Animal Services.

Screaming Eagles strive for even playing field for those with special needs

The Richland County Sheriff's Department is participated in a softball game for the community Monday evening.

Cayce connects community through art

You may have noticed that buildings are looking brighter and more colorful in Cayce lately. The bright murals and other art pieces are all apart of the City of Cayce's plan to celebrate and connect the community through art.

Teacher Recruitment Retention Task Force work to improve education in S.C.

The state is looking for ways to recruit and retain teachers in public schools.

Local Living: A look at some weekend festivals in the Midlands

From Craft Brews to Art, a look at some weekend festivals in the Midlands

Average gas price $3.26 in Columbia

The average cost of a gallon of gas in Columbia has risen.

RCSD: Man arrested for shooting family members in Columbia, Conway

Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Richland Co. deputies say a man is accused of shooting and killing three family members, two in…

Ridge View High School student charged with bringing knife to school, deputies say

Richland County Sheriff's Department says a 16 year old student from Ridge View High School is charged with carrying a weapon on school campus.

World’s oldest dog passes away

The world's oldest dog has died in South Carolina.

RCSD: Columbia High School student charged with possession of firearm on school grounds

The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a Columbia High School student has been charged after the 14 year old male was found in possession of a firearm on school property.

911 call released from Blythewood school shooting hoax

Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Monday Richland County deputies…

Lexington Police: 11-year-old boy found safe

The Lexington Police Department says a missing 11 year-old Tristan Lanford was found after he was last seen early this afternoon on the 200 block of Old Chapin Road.

Authorities: 5 dead in shooting at South Carolina home

Five people died Sunday night in a shooting at a home in northern South Carolina, authorities said.

RCSD: Deputies say no active shooter at Lower Richland High School

Richland County Sheriff's Department were on campus at Lower Richland High after receiving one call of a shooting.

RCCC: Aging bridges replaced in Harbison State Forest with help from volunteers

Volunteers from a local organization have recently finished replacing four aging bridges in Harbison State Forest’s trail system.

SC American Red Cross urges residents to have fire escape plan

Now through October 15th is Fire Prevention week, and the South Carolina American Red Cross is urging residents to prepare, and have your two minute fire escape plan ready.