Man found dead, Richland Co. deputies shot at in Carriage Oaks subdivision
Richland County deputies say they were shot at while responding to a call for help and later found a man dead in Northeast Columbia.
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Midlands residents hang out with law enforcement at National Night Out events
“We have to work together to make sure we keep our communities safe. We’re just one part of it," Sheriff Lott said.
Law Enforcement agencies celebrate 'National Night Out'
Annual National Night Out celebrations return to the Midlands
Teacher organizations discuss school staffing concerns
As the school year approaches, many teachers face numerous concerns along with the excitement of a new year. Staffing shortages are the biggest concern for many school districts. According to the Center for Educator Recruitment Retention and Advancement, there were over 1,100 teacher vacancies across South Carolina as of this February. Currently some districts still have over 100 vacancies to fill.
Coroner confirms Lexington deaths as murder-suicide
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)--The Lexington Co. Coroner's Office Tuesday released additional details surrounding the deaths of a man and woman at a West Columbia home. Officials say on July 26th Philip Jackson, 45, and Sabrina Jackson, 34, were found in…
SCDNR searching for missing boater on Lake Murray
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Investigators say they are searching for a missing person who may be a possible drowning victim on Lake Murray. Officials say on July 31st the boater jumped off the…
Police name suspect in Millwood Ave. shooting
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Investigators with the Columbia Police Department say a 19 year old man is wanted in connection with a recent shooting. Investigators say Rayonne Ashford is wanted for a shooting on July 1st…
Teen arrested in weekend shooting
Richland Co. Deputies have arrested a 17 year old in connection with a Sunday afternoon shooting.
SC Attorney General joins fight against Robocalls
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- SC Attorney General Alan Wilson is joining a nationwide effort to hang up on robocalls. Today the AG's office announced that South Carolina is joining the Anti-Robocall Litigation Task…
SC State Fair seeking temporary employees
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--For the first time in its 150 year history, the South Carolina State Fair is having to put out the help wanted sign. Fair officials say the state's largest annual event is being hit by the labor shortage…
Former Irmo Police Chief passes away
The town of Irmo is honoring one of their former police chiefs. Police say retired Chief David Graham recently died.
Prisma Health Toumey employee's death ruled a homicide
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Sumter Co. Coroner's Office says the death of a Prisma Health Toumey employee has been ruled a homicide. A spokesperson for the…
Columbia Police search for 'Armed and Dangerous' murder suspect
Columbia Police is looking for a man they say is wanted in connection to a murder from June.
The Flying Biscuit Cafe' opens in Five Points
A Georgia-based breakfast and brunch-all-day restaurant has officially opened their doors for business in Five Points today.
Back-to-School supplies getting more expensive
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) Many students in the midlands will be returning to the classroom in the next few weeks and inflation is driving up cost for school supplies. The national retail…
Lexington PD searches for woman accused of felony shoplifting
The Lexington Police Department is looking for a Pelion woman accused in multiple shoplifting cases spanning two states.
Family Dollar issues major recall effecting hundreds of products
The Food and Drug Administration is issuing a major recall for Family Dollar stores after the agency says hundreds of products they say were not stored within the "labeled required temperature".
Midlands resident helps victims of Kentucky flooding
As rescue teams continue to help victims of Kentucky's flooding, some local Midlands residents are doing their part to help as well. Bob Mann, a Gaston resident, arrived in Kentucky this past Saturday. He and other American Red Cross volunteers are currently camped out at the University of Pikeville. Each day part of his job is to help find places for flood victims to stay.
Local Living: SC State Museum deals and Miracle League Baseball!
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ON ON ONE: SC State President speaks about large in-coming class for fall semester
In a little over a week, South Carolina State you will welcome almost a thousand new students to campus.
Man leaves S Carolina death row as firing squad trial starts
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina inmate who killed four people in two states is off death row after a federal appeals court ruled the judge…
Law Enforcement agencies to celebrate National Night Out
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Law enforcement agencies across the Midlands will participate in National Night Out Tuesday evening. The annual event is a chance for officers to get to know the communities they serve through games, food, and music. Below is a…
Deputies: 16 year old dies following shooting
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Deputies with the Richland Co. Sheriff's Department say a teen shot Sunday afternoon has died. According to investigators, deputies were called to the 4100 block of Shorecrest Drive for a report…
Cunningham picks former fighter pilot as SC gov running mate
Columbia, S.C. (AP)--Joe Cunningham has chosen Tally Parham Casey, a civil litigator who flew fighter jets during three combat tours over Iraq, to be his running mate in his quest to become South Carolina’s…
