Flooding blocks I-26 at mile marker 87
Newberry County Sheriff's Office deputies are warning drivers to avoid a flooded area on I-26 this morning.
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SCGOP congratulates Ellen Weaver on winning Republican nomination for State Superintendent of Education
After a hard fought campaign that ended up with primary results too close to call. Ellen Weaver ends up walking away winning the Republican nomination for State Superintendent of Education during the June 28 runoff. Weaver beat her Republican competitor, fellow Republican Kathy Maness 63% to 32%.
REPUBLICAN RUNOFF: Weaver defeats Maness for state superintendent of education nomination
After receiving 23 percent of votes two weeks ago compared to Kathy Maness’ 31 percent, Ellen Weaver took more than 60 percent of the vote in the runoff, winning the Republican nomination for state superintendent of education.
SLED begins investigation into officer involved shooting
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) has been charged with taking over the investigation of an officer involved shooting.
New indictment and bond hearing for Curtis Smith
Smith was arrested last week and today he was in court for a bond hearing.
Celebrating 10 years of State Partnership Program between SC and the Republic of Colombia
The South Carolina Military Museum unveiled a museum exhibit commemorating the partnership. A similar ceremony is being planned in Colombia in the coming weeks.
Local Living: Independence Day celebrations in the Midlands, take your kids to Prime Time in the Parks in Columbia and more!
Local Living: Independence Day celebrations in the Midlands, take your kids to Prime Time in the Parks in Columbia and more!
Consumer News: Mark your calendars for the annual Sales Tax Holiday, apartment going up in Columbia and more
Consumer News: Mark your calendars for the annual Sales Tax Holiday, apartment going up in Columbia and more
CPD: Man arrested after fleeing from officer on stolen motorcycle
The Columbia Police Department says a 36-year-old man has been charged in connection with the theft of two motorcycles.
CPD: Woman charged with shooting, killing man at North Pointe Estates
The Columbia Police Department says a 25-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of a man at an apartment complex last week.
Lexington PD to conduct public safety checkpoints this Thursday
Lexington community residents can prepare for several public safety checkpoints that will be conducted this week.
Elgin area shaken up by weekend earthquakes
The strongest of these earthquakes shook the Midlands Sunday morning. The 3.4 magnitude earthquake was felt by many Elgin residents.
Local Living: Independence Day celebrations around the Midlands this weekend
Local Living: Independence Day celebrations around the Midlands this weekend
Columbia Police investigating after a pedestrian was hit by a car at intersection of Devine and Heidt
The Columbia Police Department says officers are investigating after a pedestrian was struck by a car at the intersection of Devine Street and Heidt Street last night.
The COMET suspending service to Batesburg-Leesville in July
Beginning this Friday, The COMET will suspend bus service to one Midlands community.
Gas prices in the Midlands down from last week
If you're planning on traveling this week, GasBuddy says prices at the pumps are falling in the Midlands.
Local protests over Roe v. Wade decision continue over the weekend at the State House
Protests over the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade continued at the State House Sunday.
RCSD: Deputies arrest man accused of deadly shooting on Sea Gull Lane
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says one person is dead and another is behind bars after a shooting that took place in the 2400 block of Sea Gull Lane.
Columbia Police: Body found on Gregg Street
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Columbia Police Department says a body was found on Gregg Street. According to police, a citizen called 9-1-1 after making the discovery at 9:30 a.m.…
Earthquake felt in the Midlands on Sunday morning
ELGIN, S.C. (WOLO) - An earthquake was felt in the Midlands early on Sunday morning. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, at around 1:30 a.m. a 3.4 magnitude earthquake was detected east of Elgin. …
Street ambassadors holds community event to stop violence
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Former gang members turned street ambassadors held their first community day event on Saturday, June 25th. The group is called G.A.N.G.S. which stands for Getting A New Generation Started and…
Fire station dedicated to fallen Cayce police officer
(Source: Monetta Volunteer Fire department) MONETTA, S.C. (WOLO) - A ribbon cutting held on Saturday for the Monetta Volunteer Fire department's new station. The station is dedicated in memory of fallen Cayce Police Officer…
On the Road: A historic trip to Lake City
If you like your day trips complete with a little history and local knowledge, look no further than Lake City.
Sumter jury finds Daunte Johnson guilty of two murders, including 5-year-old Nevaeh Adams
“He had only been in town a month. Just consider the storm he brought to all of these people's lives in one month," said Ernest Finney, Third Circuit Solicitor.
Midlands residents react to the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade
Midlands residents are speaking out, with some in support of and some against the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
