Governor McMaster signs bill to strengthen foster care
A South Carolina bill signed today will provide an extended voluntary foster care program when a child ages out of foster care on their 18th birthday.
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SCAG: Columbia men arrested on charges related to child sexual abuse material
In unrelated investigations, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson says two men from Columbia were arrested on charges related to the attempted sexual exploitation of minors.
Law enforcement officers from across SC recognized at awards ceremony in Lexington
Some special law enforcement officers from across the state were honored Wednesday.
Local Living: OCSD hosting career fair, Battle of the Badges Blood Drive later this month and more!
Local Living: OCSD hosting career fair, Battle of the Badges Blood Drive later this month and more!
GE Appliances opens up water heater manufacturing plant in Camden
Since 2016, GE Appliances has invested $2 billion in its U.S. manufacturing and distribution operations, adding more than 3,000 new employees and creating an additional 88,000 jobs in the nations's economy.
RCSD: Student arrested after loaded gun is discovered at St. Andrews Middle School
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a 14-year-old student was arrested after a gun was found at St. Andrews Middle School.
KCSO: Camden man facing 19 charges connected to the sexual exploitation of minors
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office says a Camden man was arrested Tuesday, and he faces 19 charges connected to the sexual exploitation of minors.
RCSD: Richland School District Two board member charged with threatening another board member
Investigators say the threat was made during an official meeting at the Richland School District Two office on April 28.
Columbia Police continue searching for suspects in deadly shooting
The Columbia Police Department continues searching for answers in the shooting death of a 24 year old woman last month
Senate lawmakers discuss several bills during final week of session
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- With just two more days of the legislative session to go, lawmakers are trying to get as much done as possible. However, there’s a lot on the calendar yet…
ON THE ROAD: Hopkins strawberry farm offers family fun right outside Columbia
For you, the only work is to choose a container size and pick the strawberries. For the farmers, the hours are long and the weather plays a big part.
Senator Tim Scott meets with Paris Hilton
Washington, D.C. (WOLO)--US Senator from South Carolina Tim Scott had a famous visitor Tuesday. Reality television star and hotel heiress Paris Hilton stopped by the senate to discuss ways to better serve America's youth and to continue her ongoing advocacy…
State lawmakers to return for special session on abortion
Columbia, S.C. (AP)--The South Carolina Senate has agreed to come back in special session later this year to take up abortion bills to respond to the possibility the U.S. Supreme Court allows states to ban the procedure. Republicans rejected a…
Local law enforcement respond to the129 officers killed in the line of duty in the U.S. last year
CAYCE, S.C. (WOLO) In the Midlands police officers are putting themselves on the front lives daily to serve and protect, no matter the risk and no matter the cost. Everyday police officers…
Local Living: Meet our pet of the week and more!
Local Living: Meet our pet of the week and more!
Consumer News: Where gas prices stand in Columbia, ways to save on groceries amid soaring prices
Consumer News: Where gas prices stand in Columbia, ways to save on groceries amid soaring prices
USGS reports more earthquakes near Elgin
The United States Geological Survey reported a 2.8 magnitude earthquake near Elgin this afternoon.
Kershaw County Coroner releases name of 19-year-old killed in shooting at a Lugoff gas station
Kershaw County Coroner David West released the name of a 19-year-old killed in a shooting at a gas station in Lugoff early this morning.
Lexington County coroner releases ID of motorcyclist who died in a collision on Jim Spence Rd.
Authorities say a motorcyclist died after a collision at the intersection of Jim Spence Road and Pat Road in Lexington County Monday evening.
KCSO: Deputy suspended after video of arrest leads to SLED investigation
Authorities say a Kershaw County deputy is suspended after a video appears to show him hitting a suspect during an arrest Monday.
USGS reports 5th earthquake near Lugoff-Elgin area on Monday
The United States Geological Survey has reported a fifth earthquake near the Lugoff-Elgin area on Monday.
Two in custody after fatal shooting on Highway 601 South in Lugoff
Kershaw County deputies say two suspects are in custody after a fatal shooting this morning on Highway 601 South.
Midlands residents react to prices at the pump
Midlands residents react to the rising price of gas that have jumped nearly .$15 cents in just the past week in Columbia
Fourth earthquake of the day reported near Elgin
JUST IN: USGS reports fourth earthquake of the day near Elgin.
Local Living: Lexington Two hosts Blossom & Beaus prom event, catch the lunar eclipse at the State Museum this weekend
Local Living: Lexington Two hosts Blossom & Beaus prom event, catch the lunar eclipse at the State Museum this weekend
