'Serve & Connect' creates community policing app
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Making the Midlands a safer place to work, live, and raise a family. That's the goal of a new community policing app. The application, paid for by Nephron Pharmaceuticals is…
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DISCRIMINATORY OR UNFAIR? House Bill 4608 sparks strong emotions on both sides
“It was defeated six times last year. We fully expect it to be defeated this year," Beaach-Ferrara said.
Richland One gifted new eco-friendly electric school bus
Richland School District One is rolling around with a new set of wheels! The district was gifted an eco-friendly electric school bus, all thanks to five students who won an essay contest, called "Kids Ride Clean."
Local Living: Carolina Classic Home and Garden show tomorrow, Columbia Animal Services' Doggy Day Out this weekend and more!
Local Living: Carolina Classic Home and Garden show tomorrow, Columbia Animal Services' Doggy Day Out this weekend and more!
SC Congressman wants to keep federal government from tracking guns
Columbia, SC (WPDE) -- One South Carolina Congressman does not want the federal government tracking firearms sales. Congressman Tom Rice sponsored the "No Retaining Every Gun In A System" that restricts your rights…
5K reward offered for Sumter murder suspect
Sumter, SC (WOLO) -- Sumter Police are offering a five thousand dollar reward for information leading to the arrest of a murder suspect. Investigators say Justice Peoples is wanted for shooting and killing…
SCHP: Driver of pick up truck running from police involved in deadly crash
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) --- The South Carolina Highway Patrol continues investigating a deadly crash they say took place Wednesday afternoon along the US-21 bypass near SC-33. According to troopers, two cars were heading south bound when officials say the driver…
Lexington County Sheriff's Dept. introduces new crime deterring equipment
Lexington, SC (WOLO) -- – The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department has a new piece of crime deterring equipment they say will assist them with investigations, but…
LIVING WITH ALZHEIMER'S: Association members visit statehouse to advocate for cause
“I used to work. I used to drive. I used to cook. I could cook in my own home by myself," said Missy Callahan, Midlands women who lives with Alzheimer's.
CRFD: House fire on Whitney Street set intentionally, case turned over to RCSD
According to the officials, the Richland County Marshal's Office determined that Tuesday morning's house fire on Whitney Street was intentionally set. Authorities say the case has been turned over to the Richland County Sheriff's Department.
Local Living: Shamrock Parade in downtown Lexington Saturday, Soiree on State returns to Cayce next month and more!
Local Living: Shamrock Parade in downtown Lexington Saturday, Soiree on State returns to Cayce next month and more!
SCEMD: 2.2 magnitude earthquake recorded near Elgin
Officials say this is the 20th tremor recorded in the area since December 27, 2021.
Prepare to lose an hour of sleep this weekend
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Don't wait until this weekend to prepare for daylight saving time. Prisma Health suggests starting now will help your body transition smoothly. Time will soon spring forward and…
Florida man sentenced after pleading guilty to 2019 armed robbery in Forest Acres
A Florida man arrested for robbing a bank in Forest Acres in 2019 will spend 29 years in prison.
Forestry Commission lifts remaining Red Flag Fire Alert for the rest of the state
The South Carolina Forestry Commission lifted the state's remaining Red Flag Fire Alert in 14 counties.
Panthers practice facility in Rock Hill questionable as construction comes to a halt
Rock Hill, SC (WOLO) --The city of Rock Hill continues to deny it missed a $225 million dollar payment toward infrastructure at the Panthers new headquarters and practice facility. Construction on…
Former S.C. State Basketball Coach sues former employer
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) -- A former basketball coach at South Carolina State University is suing his former employer. According to his attorneys Murray Garvin is suing the University and Athletics Director…
Columbia woman accused of stabbing family member to death
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --- A Columbia woman is behind bars tonight accused of stabbing a member of her family Tuesday afternoon. The Richland County Sheriff's Department was called to the …
SC Philharmonic brings 'Tasting Notes' back to Columbia
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- After two years of silence due to the pandemic, The South Carolina Philharmonic is bringing "Tasting Notes". The return rings in the 8th year of the event aimed at raising money to support of the orchestra's…
LCSD: Investigators looking for sexual assault suspect, release composite sketch
Authorities released a composite sketch of a man accused of sexually assaulting a woman last week.
CPD: Man charged with attempted murder and armed robbery for incident on Catawba Circle
Police say the suspect is accused of shooting a man during a prearranged meeting on Catawba Circle and stealing cash.
OCSD: Orangeburg County man accused of assaulting a child
Authorities say this is the second time that Chester Saylor Jr. has been charged with injuring a child.
Local Living: Keep the Midlands Beautiful hosts shoe drive this month, Military Community Hiring Fair Wednesday in Sumter and more!
Local Living: Keep the Midlands Beautiful hosts shoe drive this month, Military Community Hiring Fair Wednesday in Sumter and more!
More Midlands counties seeing gas prices pass $4
Pain at the pumps here in the Midlands is falling in line with nationwide prices, by rising to near-record levels.
RCSD: Woman accused of killing one of her relatives on Silver Crest Drive
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a stabbing turned deadly this afternoon, and a woman has been charged with the murder of one of her relatives.
