Statewide dog fighting operation lands 21 people behind bars
21 people are behind bars following statewide dog fighting operation accused of participating in dog fighting rings
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CPD arrest duo accused of trying to sell fentanyl
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Columbia Police Department's Organized Crime and Narcotics Unit have taken thousands of pills authorities believe are imitation fentanyl off the street. Police say during a…
Hurricane Ian - Florida and Midlands Impacts
Hurricane Ian is expected to make landfall near Fort Myers, Florida, Wednesday afternoon with devastating impacts - wind, flooding rain, flooding from the ocean. Then the storm will move across Florida and weaken substantially. We'll see its impacts on Friday,…
DHEC offers free HIV testing during "PrEP Awareness Week"
This week is the Department of Health and Environmental Control's third annual "PrEP Awareness Week. "DHEC finds the pre-exposure prophylaxis pill known as PrEP to be highly effective for the prevention of contracting HIV. "If taken as prescribed either as a pill once a day or as an injectable that you receive every 2 months, PrEP can reduce your chances of acquiring HIV by up to 99 percent," says Robinson.
Governor McMaster on Hurricane Ian "Always be prepared"
Governor Henry McMaster held a briefing Tuesday with State Emergency Management officials about the track of Hurricane Ian and impact on SC
Police: Texas couple arrested in phony fentanyl seizure
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Columbia police say a traffic stop yielded thousands of counterfiet fentanyl pills. Investigators say on September 17th police conducted a traffic stop of Loria Leal and Eufracio Rodriguez of Texas on Hardin St. During the stop, police…
SC House fails to agree on amended Abortion Ban Bill
Now, the legislature can meet as a conference committee to come to a compromise or simply let the bill die until next session.
Military members encouraged to apply for free deer hunts in memory of soldier
The S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) will be hosting two free deer hunts for members of the military community.
School closings/early dismissals due to possible severe weather
One school district has announced early school dismissals/school closings due to possible severe weather.
Orangeburg forensic lab expands law enforcement capability thanks to local partnership
It also allows Orangeburg to help out surrounding law enforcement operations.
Newberry College opening food pantry for students experiencing food insecurity
Newberry College is opening a new Campus Food Pantry for college students, faculty, and staff who are experiencing food insecurity and inaccessibility.
Governor McMaster to hold Hurricane briefing
Governor Henry McMaster, State Officials to hold briefing on Hurricane Ian
Washington Street Deck construction postponed due to possible inclement weather
The City of Columbia says they are postponing the Washington Street Deck construction project until Oct. 7-9 due to possible inclement weather
Marine electrical system company announces expansion in Dorchester County, creating 38 new jobs
Dorchester County announced New Wire Marine will expand their operations in the county, creating 38 new jobs over the next five years
UPDATED TIMES: PRISMA Health offering free flu shot clinics in October
Prisma Health will be offering free flu shots in Richland, Lexington, Sumter and Greenville counties in October.
Gamecocks home game being moved due to Hurricane Ian
Carolina will move up their home game against SC State, originally scheduled for Saturday October 1.
DHEC asks reservoir owners to ready dams for Hurricane Ian related rain
DHEC asks dam owners to ready property for heavy rainfall expected as Hurricane Ian churns closer
Lexington County Sheriff's Dept. tests new public safety technology
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)—Deputies from the Lexington County Sheriff's Department experienced some of the latest technology in public safety. Hosted by the tech company Axon, the roadshow allowed…
Average cost of gas prices decline in Columbia
The average cost of a gallon of gas in Columbia has fallen once again.
Man who fell from Columbia Convention Center identified by coroner
A suspect who died after falling from the Columbia Convention Center Saturday was identified as Harry D. Simms, 62, by the Richland County Coroner.
Local Living: Oktoberfest celebrations
In our look at Local Living, Oktoberfest celebrations begin this weekend in the midlands
South Carolina businesses hiring at fifth fastest rate in the country
If you’re in search of a job right now South Carolina has plenty of them available.
Lexington Sheriff's Dept.: Highway shooting leaves man dead, brother wounded
A highway shooting late Saturday night on Edmund Highway left a Columbia man dead and his brother wounded, Lexington Sheriff’s Department says.
20 arrested, 300 dogs rescued in dog fighting raids in SC
More than 20 people were arrested and more than 300 dogs were rescued as authorities raided dog fighting kennels in South Carolina, federal prosecutors said Monday.
SLED investigating officer involved shooting in Rembert
Sumter County Sheriff’s Office announced another officer involved shooting occurred today after noon.
