DHEC to host "Don't Waste Food SC Ambassador Day" luncheon next week
The program aims to highlight how safe and healthy unused food can be shared with those who don't have access to healthy foods.
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LGBTQ advocates gather at State House to recognize Transgender Day of Visibility
This morning, LGBTQ advocates gathered at the State House to mark Transgender Day of Visibility, a day to honor and celebrate transgender people nationwide. It comes as South Carolina lawmakers push several bills many are calling anti-LGBTQ.
Racial Justice Network calls for independent investigation into RCSD officer involved shooting
The Racial Justice Network is calling for an independent investigation into an officer involved shooting death of a man in Richland County this month. The group spoke out this morning, saying deputies should have deescalated the situation.
'Feeding the Carolinas' gets $120K donation
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- – Wednesday Feed the Carolinas received a huge financial boost to help them continue putting food on the tables of those in need throughout the state. South Carolina…
Local Living: Columbia Food Tour, "Shuck n' Swing outdoor concert and oyster roast this weekend and more!
Local Living: Columbia Food Tour, "Shuck n' Swing" outdoor concert and oyster roast this weekend and more!
MILITARY DAY: Statehouse event recognizes SC men and women who serve their country
The major general says the future is not just bright because of military facilities but also the men and women of the military.
Richland County Coroner releases name of man who died after shooting incident on Longcreek Drive
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford released the name of a man who died after a shooting at Park Apartments Tuesday.
Concentrated Active Ingredients & Flavors bringing operations to Lexington County
Concentrated Active Ingredients & Flavors is establishing operations in Lexington County, creating 20 new jobs.
LPD asking for information about attempted ATM break-in on West Main Street
The Lexington Police Department is asking for help finding two suspects involved in at least one attempted ATM break-in.
SCHP announces arrest made in connection with fatal hit and run in Sumter County
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says an arrest has been made in connection with a hit and run collision in Sumter County that took the life of one person and injured several others.
Lexington County Fire crews respond to fire at home in Pelion
The Lexington County Fire Service responded to a fire at a home in the 2700 block of Pine Street in Pelion yesterday.
Richland County Coroner releases name of woman killed in collision with a school bus
Authorities say one woman is dead after her car collided with a school bus in Richland County yesterday afternoon.
Sumter Co. Sheriff's Office makes major bust
Sumter Co., SC (WOLO) --- The Sumter County has made a major drug seizure keeping several types of illegal drugs from making their way on to the street. Authorities say they…
One dead in Columbia apartment shooting
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The Richland County sheriff’s department is investigating a shooting at a Columbia apartment complex. Investigators say they responded to the Park apartments on Longcreek Dr. just after midnight Tuesday morning. Deputies say…
Fire Dept. responds to gas leak in Rosewood Community
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Some Midlands residents were asked to stay in their homes Tuesday evening after a gas leak. The Columbia Fire Department confirms it happened earlier this evening on South Ott St. in the Rosewood community. A spokesperson for Dominion…
State Forestry Commission set to lift red flag alert
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- If you have been doing a little Spring cleaning and you have some trash left in your yard after sprucing things up, the South Carolina Forestry Commission says you'll be…
HBCU college fair works to recruit SC students at Richland County event
“You’re not a number. Your professors are there for you. The opportunities to get involved in extracurricular activities is very important," said Phyllis Thompson, NACDRAO executive secretary.
Air Safe: Columbia airport hosts safety event to prepare for instance of disaster
More than 400 volunteers helped out in Air Safe which takes several months to prepare for. The exercise simulated a van colliding with an aircraft on the runway.
Local Living: See "The Lion King" at the Koger Center, Taste of Lake Murray this Thursday and more!
Local Living: See "The Lion King" at the Koger Center, Taste of Lake Murray this Thursday and more!
United Campus Workers of SC call for higher minimum wage at UofSC
Those in attendance called for a $15 per hour minimum wage for university employees.
Special Olympics SC hosts inclusion rally at the State House
At the State House, the Special Olympics of South Carolina hosted an inclusion rally.
RCSD: One dead after shooting at apartment on Longcreek Drive
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says it is investigating a shooting that took the life of one man early this morning.
SLED announces arrest in connection with 2020 police car arson case
According to SLED, a 33-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a 2020 arson investigation where a Town of Pine Ridge police car was set on fire.
Hearing held Tuesday on Bill to allow hunting on Sundays
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- A bill that would allow hunting on Sundays in areas run by the state is getting a hearing Tuesday by a House Subcommittee. South Carolina is one of only…
What does the governor's education proposal include and how does it affect school districts?
McMaster says all districts will see an increase in funds through the proposal.
