RCSD: Blythewood HS student charged with bringing gun to school
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a Blythewood High School student was arrested after a teacher noticed a gun in their waistband.
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Newberry County authorities searching for missing boater
Authorities in Newberry County are on the scene of a missing boater on Buffalo Creek near the Grant-Willams Estate.
Running 4 Heroes honors the life of fallen Cayce Police Officer
Zechariah Cartledge, founder of the Running 4 Heroes non-profit, runs to raise funds for the families of fallen law enforcement officers and injured first responders. On Sunday, he carried a flag for a one mile run in honor of fallen Cayce Police Officer Drew Barr.
Fairfield County Coroner: Man riding dirt bike killed after colliding with another vehicle
Fairfield County Coroner Chris Hill says a Winnsboro man died after his dirt bike collided with another vehicle Friday.
"What a year!": Darius Rucker hosts concert for national champion Gamecock women
South Carolina's most famous alum made good on his promise to come home and put on a show.
City of Columbia looking to hire workers at career fair
The city is hiring workers for nearly every department and nearly every position.
Midlands Law enforcement send condolences after Cayce Police officer killed in line of duty
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) --Midlands Law Enforcement agencies are sending thoughts, prayers and condolences to the family of Officer Drew Barr and the Cayce Police Department. The Richland County Sheriff's Department tweeted: 'Officer Drew Barr of the Cayce Police Department was…
Cayce Police officer shot and killed in line of the duty
CAYCE, S.C. (WOLO) - According the Cayce Police Department, Officer Drew Barr was killed in the line of duty during an early Sunday morning shooting. Police say at approximately 2:48 AM, Cayce police responded to a 911 call at…
Spring Fair Food Drive-Through continues through the weekend
If you're looking for some tasty treats this weekend, head over to the State Fairgrounds!
Artista Vista this weekend in Columbia
Columbia's 30th annual Artista Vista is going on all weekend! While you're in the Vista, you can check out the new sculpture now at the corner of Lady and Gadsden.
Man armed with guns arrested for trespassing on school property
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --- The Richland County Sheriff's Department has arrested a man they was carrying a stolen weapon on school property Friday afternoon. According to deputies, 20 year old Tyshawn Isaiah Lightbourne from…
INTERNET AND WATER FACILITIES: Congressman Clyburn and Biden administration officials highlight infrastructure improvements
“Twenty percent of South Carolinians don’t have access to high-speed, affordable broadband. It’s time to change that," Raimondo said.
BASIC MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING: Fort Jackson officers demonstrate standard army weapon use
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- Fort Jackson, the largest basic combat training installation in the Army, teaches 45,000 soldiers each year in its basic training program alone. The base employs thousands of…
SC State University gears up for 'Parade of Champions'
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) --- South Carolina State University students, staff, and alumni will finally be able to celebrate the Bulldogs victory in both academics and athletics during the long awaited 'Parade of Champions'. The event was put on hold twice…
ACLU wins settlement to remove some from Sex Offender Registry
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- In a settlement agreement with South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson along with State Law Enforcement Division Chief Mark Keel those wrongly convicted of sodomy in the state of South Carolina will now be taken off…
Local Living: Artista Vista back this weekend, Keep the Midlands Beautiful "Spotless Service Saturday" program celebrates Earth Day
Local Living: Artista Vista back this weekend, Keep the Midlands Beautiful "Spotless Service Saturday" program celebrates Earth Day
Officials in Columbia to hold Youth Violence Prevention Week
Six events are scheduled throughout next week to raise awareness about the effects of youth violence.
UPDATE: Missing man from Sumter County found safe
Sumter County deputies are looking for a missing man who was last seen leaving Lakeside Drive.
Coroner: Newberry woman dies after her dog attacks her
Authorities in Newberry County say a woman is dead after her dog attacked her on Apple Orchard Lane.
FDA investigates General Mills after complaints over 'Lucky Charms'
The FDA is investigating 'Lucky Charms' after reports of thousands of people getting sick. The move comes after a popular online poison website reported that more than 13-hundred people said they had gastro-intestinal…
NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK: Harvest Hope's mission of feeding the area made possible by Midlands residents
“We really just can’t function without volunteers. Everything that we do here cannot be done by ourselves."
SCSO looking for man wanted on several outstanding warrants
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says deputies are looking for a man wanted on multiple outstanding warrants. Authorities say he is also wanted for questioning regarding a recent shooting incident in Sumter County.
New seafood restaurant opens its doors in Columbia
Located on Colonial Life Boulevard, Krab Kingz says it's ready to serve delicious food to the greater Columbia community.
Local Living: SC State Bulldog Band Fest, Keep the Midlands Beautiful "Spotless Service Saturday" program this weekend and more!
Local Living: SC State Bulldog Band Fest, Keep the Midlands Beautiful "Spotless Service Saturday" program this weekend and more!
Richland County deputy honored with national award for distinguished service
Deputy Merriman is the first South Carolina law enforcement officer to receive the Attorney General's Award for Distinguished Service in Community Policing.
