Gaston Police arrest man after car chase on Monday
Gaston Police have arrested a man after a car chase on Monday. Authorities say the suspect forcibly stole a vehicle and hit the victim with it when they tried to stop him.
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Civil rights attorney wants deputies criminally charged in death of Jamal Sutherland
Charleston, SC (CNN) --- The family of Jamal Sutherland and their attorney are calling for criminal charges to be brought against the former detention officers they say are responsible for his death. Sutherland died…
Student at Carolina Springs middle charged with bringing loaded gun to school
LEXINGTON, S.C. – A Lexington County middle school student is accused of having a loaded gun in his backpack at school Tuesday. Deputies say the 13 year old boy, a student…
Lexington PD participates in national drug take back day
Lexington, SC (WOLO) -- The Lexington Police Department is teaming up with The Lexington/Richland Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council, and Drug Enforcement to keep your unused, unwanted or expired prescriptions from getting into…
OCSO: Orangeburg man charged with shooting and killing another man
Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell says a man was taken into custody Saturday, accused of murdering a 40-year-old man.
Alex Murdaugh denied bond on charges connected to wrongful death lawsuit
The Lowcountry attorney at the center of multiple investigations faced new charges Tuesday in Richland County. A judge denied bond for Alex Murdaugh, who is facing two felony counts of obtaining property by false pretenses related to a wrongful death lawsuit.
Drop off unneeded prescription drugs in the Midlands this weekend
If you have medications that are no longer needed, are unused or outdated, now is the time to throw them out safely.
Newberry County Sheriff's Office warns of scam involved real bank phone numbers
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office says scammers are at it again, this time using bank numbers to call people in an attempt to build confidence.
Local Living: Pet adoption special this month, Spooky Saturday's at the State Museum and more!
Local Living: Pet adoption special this month, Spooky Saturday's at the State Museum and more!
Carolina Country Showdown coming to Segra Park next month
Country music fans, you can check out a concert at Segra Park next month!
Ex-boyfriend charged in death of North Carolina woman
A North Carolina woman who was reported missing last week has been found dead in South Carolina, and authorities have charged her boyfriend in her death.
Columbia mayoral candidates answer questions in forum at UofSC campus
With Mayor Steve Benjamin not seeking reelection, Columbia voters will elect a new mayor in just two weeks. The Russell House at the University of South Carolina hosted the four candidates in a forum Monday afternoon, where they had the opportunity to answer a variety of questions on topics that matter most.
LCSD announces additional arrests and suspects wanted in operation targeting online child predators
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says three more men have been arrested and three are wanted in an operation that targets online child predators.
Bond denied for Alex Murdaugh on obtaining property by false pretense charges
Tuesday morning, Judge Clifton Newman denied bond for Alex Murdaugh, saying he will reconsider bond after Murdaugh undergoes a psychological evaluation.
Local Living: Boo at the Zoo this week, Famously Hot Pride returns to Main Street and more!
Local Living: Boo at the Zoo this week, Famously Hot Pride returns to Main Street and more!
Consumer News: Survey ranks the best colleges in the state, new unique dining experience coming to Columbia and more!
Consumer News: Survey ranks the best colleges in the state, new unique dining experience coming to Columbia and more!
Richland County offering $100 gift cards to first 250 people that get vaccinated at event next weekend
If you still haven't gotten the COVID-19 vaccine, will $100 change your mind?
CPD: Portion of Spears Creek Church Road temporarily closed due to fatal collision
The Columbia Police Department says the 300 block of Spears Creek Church road is closed near Earth Road, due to a collision that killed one person.
DHEC: One person exposed to rabid bat in Richland County
DHEC says a bat found in downtown Columbia tested positive for rabies. Officials say one person was exposed to the bat, and they have been referred to their healthcare provider.
A new spin on a classic favorite food at the SC State Fair
The South Carolina State Fair is back! You may already know all about the food trucks, but you might also want to give something new a try this year. ABC Columbia's Alex Tejada takes a new look at an old favorite.
Alex Murdaugh to appear in bond court Tuesday
Former prominent attorney Alex Murdaugh is being held in the Richland County Detention Center. He is scheduled to appear in bond court Tuesday morning on charges he stole millions from an insurance payment meant for the sons of his family's late housekeeper.
Sumter PD: Man dies after being shot on Hannah Street
The Sumter Police Department says they are investigating the death of a man who was shot while walking on Hannah Street.
CFD: No injuries after overnight fire at an apartment complex on Barnwell Street
Columbia Fire Department says no one is injured after an overnight fire at an apartment complex on Barnwell Street.
Police investigating Fatal Shooting near apartments in Sumter
SUMTER, SC (WOLO)-- Sumter Police are investigating a fatal shooting Sunday off Hannah Street. Police say the Sumter County Coroner identified the victim as 31 year old Bryan Myers. Police say Myers was shot after he was approached by at…
SC Dept. of Corrections Investigating Inmate hostage situation over weekend
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Charges are pending for an inmate accused of holding his cellmate hostage on Saturday. According to the South Carolina Department of Corrections, an inmate at Broad River held his cellmate hostage for about 20 minutes on Saturday.…
