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Sumter PD: Columbia man wanted for shooting outside home on Carolina Avenue

The Sumter Police Department says a Columbia man is wanted for a shooting that injured a man Saturday evening.

SC Law Enforcement Career Fair in Columbia Friday

Local law enforcement wants you to join the team. Dozens of agencies across the state are having a career fair this Friday at the Dutch Square Center Mall.

SCHP: Overturned tractor trailer blocks exit ramp off I-77 South

According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, the exit ramp from I-77 South to I-26 East is blocked due to an overturned tractor trailer.

Richland Library offering COVID-19 vaccinations at Main location Thursday

If you're still in need of a vaccine, the Richland Library Main location on Assembly Street is having a vaccine clinic tomorrow.

City Council discusses Columbia's COVID-19 response at meeting Tuesday

Number one on the agenda was the city's response to COVID-19.

USGS confirms another earthquake near Elgin overnight

Officials with the United States Geological Survey confirmed another earthquake neat Elgin overnight.

Connor Shaw steps down from position with Gamecock football team

South Carolina's all-time wins leader is stepping down from his position with Gamecock football.

COMET to offer COVID testing, vaccine, and boosters

Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- If you're looking to get a free COVID test -- Health Force will have testing and vaccinations available every day this week. The organization will hold their week…

Whoopi Goldberg suspended from The View for holocaust remarks

NEW YORK (AP) _Whoopi Goldberg has been suspended for two weeks as co-host of ``The View'' because of what the head of ABC News called her ``wrong and hurtful comments'' about Jews and the…

Mental health and suicide prevention in the Midlands

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Conversations about suicide prevention and mental health are being had since the passing of former Miss USA and EXTRA correspondent who had ties to Columbia. The former USC…

Central Carolina Community Foundation awards more than $8.3 million in grants and scholarships

COLUMBA, S.C. (WOLO) - Scholarships are available for college students in the Midlands and across the state. The Central Carolina Community Foundation says more than 8.3 million dollars was awarded in grants and scholarships for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The…

SC House Democrats call on Senate to pass hate crimes bill

House bill 3620 would create penalty enhancements for specific crimes committed against a victim based on their race, sex, gender, sexual orientation or disability.

Celebrating Black History Month: 'Wellness for the Culture' festival in Cayce this weekend

The family friendly festival will have African dancing, food trucks and vendors, as well as shopping, face painting and a bunch of activities for the kids.

Local Living: The State Museum has your spring break plans covered, "Snowville" at EdVenture and more!

Black Market event at SC State highlights Black owned businesses in the community

The Black Market is an annual observance originating at South Carolina State University, where Black owned business will be highlighted to the community.

Columbia community remembers the late Judge Mildred McDuffie

Community officials are remembering the late Judge Mildred McDuffie, who passed away Monday.

LCSD: Deputies investigating shooting that injured a teenager at River Oaks Apartments

Investigators say they are looking into recent fights at Irmo High School which could be connected to the shooting.

New Healthcare program set to open at College of Charleston

Charleston, SC (WOLO) ---Students who want to be nurses will soon have another option in South Carolina. The College of Charleston is creating a new school to train health care workers. The School…

One study ranks SC one of the worst states to find love

Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- With Valentine's Day fast approaching one survey says South Carolina is not the place to find a date. According to https://wallethub.com/ this is the tenth worst state for singles…

Kia recalls more than 400k cars over faulty airbags

(ABC News) --- DETROIT -- Kia is recalling more than 410,000 vehicles in the U.S. to fix a problem that can stop the air bags from inflating in a crash. The recall covers certain Forte small cars from the 2017 and…

TAX SEASON: Experts explain how to protect yourself from common scams

In 2021, tax fraud was the number one way that South Carolina residents had their identity stolen according to the Department of Consumer Safety.

Local Living: Columbia Animal Services hosting adoption special next month, Mason from the Fireflies delivering valentine surprises and more!

UofSC Track and Field coach remembers former student athlete, Miss USA Cheslie Kryst

Kryst attended the Honors College at UofSC and got her undergraduate degree from the Darla Moore School of Business in 2013. She joined the Track and Field team at the university as well. Her former coach tells ABC Columbia she strived to make everyone around her better every day.