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Water seeping into faults may cause S.C. quakes

(AP) Some scientists say water seeping deep underground may be causing earthquakes in South Carolina. More than 60 earthquakes have been recorded since December around Lugoff and Elgin, northeast of Columbia.

Richland County Coroner identifies victim in weekend shooting

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Richland County Coroner has identified the victim in a weekend fatal shooting. According to coroner Naida Rutherford, 28 year old Deddrick D. Pogue was the victim of a shooting. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department says they…

Columbia police search for missing woman

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Columbia police are searching for a missing woman. Investigators say Shauna Brown, 39,  has not been in touch with her family since July 10th which her mother says is out of character.…

Man dies in ATV accident at Midlands adventure park

Fairfield Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- The Fairfield Co. Coroner's Office says a man was killed over the weekend after the ATV he was driving flipped over and landed on him. Investigators say on Saturday Jorge Bienavides,35, of Charlotte, NC died following…

169th Fighter Wing to conduct night exercises at CAE

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--  Folks who live near Columbia Metropolitan Airport can expect some noisy evenings over the next week. A spokesperson for the SC Air National Guard says the 169th Fighter Wing will conduct nighttime training exercises at the airport…

Sumter police searching for missing teen

Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)--Sumter police are searching for a missing teen. Investigators say Jasmine Leonard, 16, was last seen leaving a fast food restaurant on Hampton Ave. before getting into an SUV or pickup truck.…

Highway Patrol "Operation Southern Slow Down" set to kick off

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you are hitting the highway this week, you will not be alone. The South Carolina Department of Public Safety says they are launching “Operation Southern Slow Down.” Formerly known as “Operation Southern Shield,” the weeklong speed…

Deadly shooting on Two Notch Road

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a shooting that left one man dead. On July 16th, deputies were called to the scene of a shooting at InTown Suites on Two Notch Road at around…

Tax Free Weekend in SC kicks off in August

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- If you are looking to save a little cash on back to school spending, you can check out the tax free weekend. According to the South Carolina Department of Revenue,…

A look at falling Gas Prices in SC

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Looking to fill up at the pump this weekend? Gas prices continue to drop. According to Gas Buddy, drivers in the Midlands are paying an average of $3.85 a gallon. The…

988 Suicide and Mental Health Lifeline Launches Saturday

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Launching Saturday, a new three digit suicide and crisis lifeline will be available for callers nationwide. By dialing 9-8-8, instead of the previously used ten digit number, free and confidential support will be provided for anyone in…

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