Domestic violence cost South Carolina $350M+ in 2020
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Results from a study on the economic impact of domestic violence in South Carolina were released at the State House. The study was conducted by a research economist at the…
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Granholm to tour nuclear program at South Carolina HBCU
U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm is visiting a historically Black university in South Carolina this week to tout what the Biden administration says is a commitment to funding nuclear engineering at such institutions.
Irmo PD: High speed chase leads to arrest Tuesday
Irmo Police have arrested a man accused of leading them on a high speed chase Tuesday.
Richland One Superintendent holds 'State of the District' address
Richland Co, SC (WOLO) --- Richland One Superintendent Doctor Craig Witherspoon held his 'State of the District' address Tuesday evening. Dr. Witherspoon focused on his goals for the district in the coming…
Woman accused of stabbing man with broken liquor bottle
Lexington, SC (WOLO)--- The Lexington County Sheriff's Department has charged a Leesville woman accused of stabbing a man with what witnesses tell authorities they believed to be a broken liquor bottle.…
BLAZING A TRAIL: African-American Army leaders celebrate Black History Month at Shaw Air Force Base
Those who are in positions of leadership thank those that came before them who pioneered the way for African-Americans in the military.
Richland County Coroner releases name of man killed in shooting at nightclub in Columbia
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford released the name of a man killed in a shooting at a nightclub in Columbia this weekend.
SCAG: Lexington County man accused of soliciting person he thought was a minor for sex, related charge
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson says a Lexington County man is accused of soliciting a person he believed to be a minor for sex and attempting to disseminate obscene material to a minor.
Columbia man convicted of burglary and arson at Lexington County business which resulted in the death of a dog
According to officials, a Columbia man was convicted of the burglary and arson of business in Lexington County which resulted in the death of a family dog.
Local Living: SC State Fair accepting scholarship applications, multiple career fair opportunities in the Midlands
Local Living: SC State Fair accepting scholarship applications, multiple career fair opportunities in the Midlands
American Farm Bureau delivers food and supply donations to Ronald McDonald House of Columbia
This year alone, the American Farm Bureau has donated more than $12,000 in food and monetary contributions to Ronald McDonald House Charities statewide.
RCSD: Two arrested for shooting tow truck driver in January
Sheriff Leon Lott says two men have been arrested in connection with the shooting of a tow truck driver on Shop Road last month.
Lexington Medical Center updates visitation policies in response to decrease in COVID-19 patients
In response to the decreasing number of hospitalized COVID-19 patients, Lexington Medical Center is updating its visitation policies.
American Farm Bureau makes food donation to Ronald McDonald House in Columbia
The Ronald McDonald House in Columbia received a big food donation from the American Farm Bureau to kick off Food Check Out Week. We'll have more on the donation tonight at 5 and 6.
RCSD to provide update on January shooting of tow truck driver
This afternoon, we're expecting to learn more about a shooting that happened earlier this year involving a tow truck driver.
SC Dept. of Ed to treat pandemic related mental health
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The State Department of Education is taking steps to recognize and treat the impacts of the pandemic on the mental health of children in South Carolina. Monday the…
Human remains found in Forest Acres are identified
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --- Monday night the Forest Acres Police released the identity of the human remains found in a wooded area over the weekend. According to the Richland County Coroner,…
SC man killed following chase with police in Mississippi
Oxford, MS (WBMA)--A suspect is dead after a chase involving the Oxford police department early Monday morning. 26-year-old Alexander Kade Lanier of Greenwood, South Carolina died at the scene. According to Police…
Student accused of bringing gun to Richland Northeast H.S.
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) -- The Richland County Sheriff's Department has arrested Richland Northeast High School student accused of bringing a gun to school. According to authorities, students told a teacher that a student…
LAST MINUTE SHOPPING: Columbia florist welcomes customers during busy Valentine's Day season
“You’re thrown into a whirlwind every Valentine’s Day. This one threw us into a different one," said Allison Ellis, Forget Me Not Florist manager.
Director of Black Lives Matter SC to meet with students at Benedict College
Tomorrow, the director of Black Lives Matter SC will meet with students at Benedict College to talk about the status of African Americans in the Palmetto State.
Local Living: Doko Ribfest in Blythewood next month, City of Columbia's Public Works holding open interviews and more!
Local Living: Doko Ribfest in Blythewood next month, City of Columbia's Public Works holding open interviews and more!
Lexington Medical Center hosts annual "Therapy Dog Stress Break" for staff members
Lexington Medical Center hosted its annual “Therapy Dog Stress Break,” where staff members get a chance to spend time with some four legged visitors.
Irmo Police officers deliver Valentine's flowers to assisted living residents
Some Irmo residents got a special visit for Valentine's Day.
Consumer News: Columbia gas prices up, Americans caught in the grip of inflation and more
Consumer News: Columbia gas prices up, Americans caught in the grip of inflation and more.
