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Members of the Midlands faith community create Christmas packages for inmates

Members of the Midlands faith community are working to make sure everyone has a present this Christmas, even those who are behind bars.

Officers pack groceries for Greg's Groceries

The holiday season is here and law enforcement agencies from across the Carolinas are doing their part to make sure everyone has food on the table.

Man arrested in Low-country following shooting in Richland County

Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department say a suspect in a Midlands murder was arrested in the Low-country.

Student loan caps could affect grad nursing students seeking 'non-professional' degrees

New student loan guidelines set to be put in place by the Trump administration could mean a hit to some healthcare workers, especially those seeking to further their nursing education.

Man in custody following a Thanksgiving Day shooting, Richland County deputies say

Richland County deputies say a man is in custody following a Thanksgiving Day shooting.

Sumter Police working to identify person seen after shots fired near public park

Sumter Police are working to identify a person they say was seen after someone fired shots near a public park.

North Carolina man in custody after officer involved shooting in Calhoun County

A North Carolina man is in custody in connection with an officer involved shooting in Calhoun County.

Midlands gas prices take significant dip

Gas prices took a significant dip in the Midlands over the past week.

State officials join together for Winter Weather Preparedness Week

The annual effort serves as a reminder for citizens to plan ahead for any hazardous conditions that may come our way.

Local Living: Benedict College's Harambee Festival

Local Living: Holiday Lights On The River, Wild Lights, Fireflies Holiday Lights, Breakfast with Santa

Local Living: Events to help you enjoy the cold season!

Another hurdle for SNAP benefit recipients

Millions of SNAP food-benefit recipients may soon have to meet new work rules to keep their benefits.

3 Midlands families receive early Christmas gift

Three Midlands families received an early Christmas gift Monday afternoon.

Deputies make arrest after string of dental offices burglaries

Richland County deputies have arrested someone after a string of burglaries at dental offices in the northeast Columbia area, say law enforcement.

RCSD investigating fatal Percival Road shooting

RCSD is investigating a fatal Percival Road shooting, according to the sheriff's dept.

RCSD investigating Thanksgiving Day shooting

Richland County deputies are looking for answers after a Thanksgiving Day shooting.

Tristan Mack (left), Anthony Fersner (right)

Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office searching for two men in connection with fatal drive-by shooting

Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell says the sheriff's office is searching for two men in connection with a fatal drive-by shooting.

TSA announces $45 fee for travelers with no REAL ID

Travelers going through airport security checkpoints without a REAL ID or passport will face a $45 fee starting Feb. 1, the Transportation Security Administration announced Monday.

Man, woman arrested after child treated for burns

Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says a man, and a woman were arrested after a child received treatment for burns in November.

SC marks World AIDS Day with rally, vigil for HIV awareness

Monday marks World HIV/AIDS Day, a global initiative uniting in the fight against the illness by honoring the efforts to end it.

Columbia Classical Ballet: The Nutcracker

Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The Columbia Classical Ballet is putting on a production of The Nutcracker to kick off the Holiday Season! Show will be held at the Kroger Center Friday through Sunday this week! For Ticket Information Click Here!