Man and woman arrested, man accused of hitting 2-year-old child multiple times
Two people are facing charges following a public incident that involved hitting a child.
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Earthquake reported near Elgin
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, an earthquake happened near Elgin on Saturday afternoon.
"Fireworks with the Phil" lighting up the skies at Segra Park
The fireworks display will feature a full orchestra from the South Carolina Philharmonic.
Fireworks display at Fort Jackson
After a five year hiatus, the military base is inviting friends and family to celebrate Independence Day.
Fourth of July Parade in Camden
Kids are invited to showcase their patriotic spirit by decorating their bicycles, scooters and wagons, and wearing their red, white and blue for the sixth annual Kids’ Fourth of July Parade.
ON THE ROAD: Drive-in theater experience kept alive in Monetta
It’s one of those places where people visit and then come back to show friends and family.
STAYING SAFE ON THE ROADWAY: Highway patrol trooper offers advice for holiday travel
Law enforcement will be conducting sobriety checkpoints across the Palmetto State this weekend.
Local officials urge you to celebrate responsibly with fireworks this weekend
Many of you may be ringing in the Fourth of July by shooting off fireworks. Local officials share some tips and warnings if you plan on having your own fireworks displays.
SCSO: Mayesville city councilman charged with threatening the life of a public official, assault and battery
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says Mayesville City Councilman Terrance Reginald Wilson was arrested Friday, charged with threatening the life of a public official and assault and battery third degree.
SC House Ad-Hoc Committee to hear public testimony in wake of U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding abortion
A new House committee is set to meet at the State House next week to consider South Carolina abortion laws in light of the Supreme Court's decision.
Local Living: Celebrate July 4th in the Midlands!
Local Living: Celebrate July 4th in the Midlands!
Star Spangled Salute at Saluda Shoals Park
If you want to start celebrating the Fourth of July early, tonight is the Star Spangled Salute at Saluda Shoals Park.
Officials recognize National Postal Worker Day
Today is National Postal Worker Day, and local officials are honoring the men and women of the U.S Postal Service.
USGS: Another earthquake reported near Elgin
The United States Geological Survey reported another earthquake near Elgin Friday.
Sumter PD: Robbery suspect arrested after running red light
The Sumter Police Department says a 19-year-old was arrested Thursday evening, charged in connection with a snatch-and-grab robbery at a jewelry business.
Columbia Police arrest man accused of shooting at multiple people at motel
The Columbia Police Department says officers arrested a 38-year-old man accused of shooting at multiple people at a motel on Sunset Drive in April.
USGS: More earthquakes recorded near Elgin this morning
The United States Geological Survey reported a 1.6 magnitude earthquake near Elgin before 6 o'clock this morning.
Cayce PD looking for man accused of assaulting his wife
Cayce Police say they are searching for a man accused of assaulting his wife and trying to force her vehicle off the road last month.
Richland County Coroner releases ID of body found on Gregg Street
The Richland County Coroner's Office released the ID of body found on Gregg Street last weekend.
RCSD asking for help identifying armed robbery suspect
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for help identifying a man accused of robbing a convenience store in the 7800 block of Garners Ferry Road.
Fireworks return to Lake Murray for the 34th time
LAKE MURRAY SC (WOLO) - For the 34th time, Lake Murray will be the center of the 4th of July celebration on July 2. According to Jayne Baker from the Capital City/Lake Murray…
LOCK IT UP COLUMBIA: North Columbia community event promotes gun safety
The block party also featured local organizations that provide various services to the community.
RCSD: Car chase ending in Blythewood leads to arrest of 24-year-old
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a 24-year-old faces drug and weapon charges after he led deputies on a car chase through Northeast Richland County.
Lugoff-Elgin area residents react to string of earthquakes recorded in the area.
SCEMD says the 3.6 magnitude earthquake that hit the Lugoff-Elgin area Wednesday was the strongest in the state in eight years. That includes the additional 2.0 and 2.4 quakes that happened early Thursday morning too. ABC Columbia’s Lee Williams went to Elgin, where most of the earthquakes are centered, and spoke with some restaurant owners who say they are still feeling a little shaken.
SCSO: Former CFO at Sumter Behavioral Health Services charged with breach of trust
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says Rodney Dean Ellis, who previously worked as Chief Financial Officer at Sumter Behavioral Health Services, is charged with eight counts of breach of trust with fraudulent intent, over $10,000.
