GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN: Chapin Memorial Day event honors soldiers lost in combat
“As a county, we need to be grateful. We need to pause on a day like Memorial Day and thank them," said Maj. Gen. Van McCarty, South Carolina adjutant general. "
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Fort Jackson's Memorial Day Commemoration Ceremony
“Their memories are etched in my soul. It's something that I never forget and everyday I seek to be a better person to serve them and their families,” said Brigadier General Michaelis.
Local Living: Sumter native flies high in "Top Gun: Maverick"
Local Living: Sumter native flies high in "Top Gun: Maverick"
Work begins to remove coal tar from South Carolina river
Work will begin this summer to remove tens of thousands of tons of coal tar from a South Carolina river.
RCSD deputies on scene of Greenbrier Apartments
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are on the scene on Greenbrier Apartments.
OCSD announces third arrest made in drive-by shooting that killed a 6-year-old
Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell says a third suspect has been arrested in connection with a drive-by shooting that killed a six-year-old boy.
Newberry County honors veterans who gave their lives with Memorial Day weekend ceremony
In honor of Memorial Day, Newberry County honored those who have given their lives for our country in a ceremony Sunday.
SCHP: Pedestrian dies after being struck by car in Sumter County
A man was killed after walking into the road and being hit by a car in Sumter County last night.
CPD: Foul play not suspected after two bodies found on Millwood Avenue
The Columbia Police Department is investigating after two bodies were found on Sunday at Millwood Avenue in Richland.
Orangeburg police announce suspects arrested in shooting death of 6-year-old
ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - The Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell announced during a press conference the arrest of two teens are in the shooting death of 6-year-old Winston O’Conner Hunter. Sheriff Leroy Ravenell discussed the shooting death Hunter who…
Memorial Day service at Ft. Jackson National Cemetery
The Fort Jackson National Cemetery will honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.
Orangeburg County Sheriff to hold press conference on 6-year-old killed in drive-by shooting
(Source: OCSO) ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office will hold a press conference on Sunday, May 28 at noon to discuss important updates in the drive-by murder of a Woodford child. Sheriff Leroy Ravenell will discuss…
Need to cool off? Pools now open in the City of Columbia
If you're staying in town this weekend, the City of Columbia is opening the pools and splash pads to help cool off!
ONE-ON-ONE: USC professor explains why Columbia is so hot and what can be done about it
A new USC research project is searching to find the hottest places in the city by using the help of citizen scientists.
Local law enforcement put to the test at Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
Community members came out to help give the gift of life and then voted for their favorite heroes.
Local Living: Take a new furry friend home this weekend!
Local Living: Take a new furry friend home this weekend!
Richland County Sheriff's Department designated as Purple Heart Agency
Today, the Military Order of the Purple Heart Organization read a proclamation designating RCSD as a Purple Heart Agency.
Dr. Ben Carson speaks at Ben Lippen School commencement ceremony
Ben Lippen's class of 2022 graduates were joined by a special guest speaker today.
Sumter PD: Two in custody in connection with shooting that left a man dead outside a vacant house
The Sumter Police Department says one person is in custody, and they are looking for another wanted in connection with a shooting that left a man dead outside a vacant home on South Sumter Street Thursday morning.
Columbia man pleads guilty to firearm charge following incident in February 2020
According to the Department of Justice, a Columbia man pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.
Teen previously arrested on gun charge at Columbiana Mall found with loaded gun at DJJ facility
A statement from Director Hendrick today says staff were notified of a teen possibly armed with a loaded gun at the facility, after the 13-year-old had already been patted down, showered and changed into facility clothes. Staff immediately responded and took the weapon.
ADDRESSING YOUTH CRIME: Midland communities call for stop to recent gun violence
The cry to end gun violence is also being heard in Newberry County where four teens were recently killed.
Lexington man sentenced to S.C. maximum for sexual assault
Lexington County Sheriff's Deputies say a man charged with Criminal Sexual Conduct will spend the next few decades behind bars after being given the state maximum for criminal sexual assault
HS administrator charged following altercation with student
Cayce, S.C (WOLO)--Police with the Cayce Dept. of Public Safety say two students were involved in an fight Wednesday morning. One of the students involved say school administrator Leon Brunson…
Special Olympics torch makes stop at the State House on its way to Orlando
The Special Olympics torch was lit in Chicago and traveled to Connecticut, down the east coast and made a stop here in South Carolina on the way.
