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CPD: Investigators charge woman for stealing Forest Drive car wash equipment
The Columbia Police Department’s Property Crimes investigators arrested Kristen Robinson, 23, on 2nd degree burglary and grand larceny charges
Clemson DT Bresee’s 15-year-old sister dies of brain cancer
The sister of Clemson defensive tackle Bryan Bresee has died of cancer.
DNR restricts certain deer imports from North Carolina
The South Carolina Department of National Resources (DNR) has placed new restrictions on importing deer from North Carolina to the Palmetto state.
JT's Auto Group donates delivery trucks to The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army of the Midlands held a ribbon cutting ceremony at their Millwood Avenue location to unveil new delivery trucks. "Without those who donate, these trucks are useless. So the credit goes to them," says the CEO of JT's Automotive Group, JT Gandolfo.
Rural Midlands school districts receive multimillion dollar checks for facility upgrades
Principal Allen Kirby says the Walker-Gamble Elementary building has roof leaks, plumbing problems and not the best Internet.
USC ranks no.1 for veterans and military service members
The University of South Carolina has been ranked number one in the country for veterans and military service members.
Electric vehicle charger manufacturer to open in West Columbia
One of the world's largest electric vehicle manufacturers will open a facility in the midlands.
RCSD: Two more teens arrested in football game fight
Deputies from Richland County Sheriff’s Department have arrested two more students in connection with last Friday’s Spring Valley- Ridge View football game.
Richland Library Main offering free virtual health care clinics in September
Richland Library Main is providing free Virtual Health Care Clinics every Thursday in September from 9 am to 4:30 pm
Travel costs expected to skyrocket this holiday season
Flight prices for Thanksgiving and Christmas are on track to be the most expensive in five years.
Europastry opening expected to create 155 jobs in Laurens County
Baked goods company Europastry is planning to open a facility in Hunter Industrial Park in Laurens County.
Richland School District Two updates security procedures after last week's fight at football game
Richland Two has updated their security procedures for athletic events after a fight broke out at a Spring Valley High School football game last week.
DHEC says bat found in Richland County tested positive for rabies
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirmed yesterday that a bat found in Columbia tested positive for rabies.
Deputies alerted to shots heard behind High Hills Elementary School
Deputies from the Sumter County Sheriff's Office responded to shots heard early this morning behind High Hills Elementary school
CDC reports 132 monkeypox cases in SC
As of Tuesday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says South Carolina has 132 monkeypox cases.
City of Columbia hosts open interviews for Public Works positions
The city announced Public Works will be Holding Open Interviews for Multiple Vacancies.
Columbia city council meets to discuss several proposals
The Columbia City Council held its weekly meeting Tuesday.
At least one parent faces charges for school bus brawl
At least one parent faces charges after a Chester school bus brawl caught on video
Sumter County deputies look to identify burglary suspect
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office is hoping you can help them locate a suspect accused of burglarizing a business along Broad Street in Sumter
Ft. Jackson holds "Drill Sergeant of the Year" competition
Fort Jackson is holding its annual "U.S. Army's Drill Sergeant of the Year" competition this week. The nine men and two women face mental and physical challenges, including net climbing, low crawling under barbed wire, shooting range tests, and suiting up in their chemical warfare gear.
ONE-ON-ONE: DHEC public health director warns about West Nile virus after death in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- Even with the weather being so nice, there’s things you should be aware of before going outdoors. DHEC has reported an outbreak of West Nile virus and the first…
Local Living: SC State Fair advanced tickets on sale
A look at advanced tickets to the SC State Fair on sale now
Lexington Co. man sentenced for sex crimes against minor
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced Tuesday a Lexington Co. man will spend 1o years in prison for sending sexually explicit messages and engaging in sexual activity with a 15 year old boy.
More teens charged in football game fight
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Deputies with the Richland Co. Sheriff's Dept. say two more teens have been arrested following a fight that abruptly ended the Spring Valley, Ridge View football game Friday night. Investigators say the students, both 14, are…
