54th Orangeburg Massacre Commemoration
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WOLO) - Three men were killed and more than 20 were wounded when state troopers opened fire on a group of South Carolina State College students on February 8th, 1968…
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$750 million in unclaimed property in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - There is more than $750 million in unclaimed property located across South Carolina. The South Carolina State Treasurer says 615,000 new properties have been reported to the state’s…
Local Living: Litter pick up in Richland County, Cupid's Chase 5K this weekend and more!
Local Living: Litter pick up in Richland County, Cupid's Chase 5K this weekend and more!
RCSD: Fatal shooting at apartment in Columbia deemed justified
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a fatal shooting at an apartment complex in Columbia was determined to be justified.
Richland County deputies looking for man accused of assaulting his co-worker
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says deputies are looking for a man accused of assaulting his co-worker.
Black History Movie Night later this month
You're invited to enjoy family, food, and a great movie at the 'Black History Movie Night' later this month.
Lexington-Richland Five accepting applications for kindergarten programs
The Lexington-Richland School District Five is now accepting applications for its 2022-2023 4 and 5-year-old kindergarten programs.
City of Columbia, DHEC offering COVID-19 vaccines at Woodland Park next week
If you're still in need of a coronavirus vaccine, the City of Columbia is partnering with DHEC for more free clinics.
Forest Acres City Council officially swearing in new police chief Tuesday
Forest Acres City Council officially swears in their new police chief tonight.
Richland County Coroner releases name of woman killed in collision on Winnsboro Road Monday
The Richland County Coroner's Office is releasing the identify of a woman killed in a collision on Winnsboro Road Monday.
RCSD: Woman charged with murder after stabbing man at a Columbia motel
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says a woman is accused of a fatal stabbing at a Columbia motel this morning.
Lexington-Richland Five board reveals new program to help students report safety concerns
In a board meeting Monday night, members unveiled a new program that will allow students to report abuse and to better streamline the discipline process.
National Black HIV, AIDS awareness day
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- According to the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) Black people in South Carolina are disproportionately affected by HIV and AIDS. Monday is National Black HIV, AIDS Awareness day.…
Saluda Co. Sheriff's office wants to keep you warm
Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---The Saluda County sheriff's office wants to make sure everyone stays warm this winter. The law enforcement agency is holding a coat drive throughout the month of February.…
SC State students march on campus to remember Orangeburg Massacre
Things came to a flash point on February 8th when 3 African American males were shot and killed by South Carolina Highway Patrol officers. Twenty-eight others were injured.
Lexington police search for suspected IPhone thieves
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- The Lexington Police are hoping you can help them locate three individuals accused of swiping two iPhones from a Lexington Walmart. According to authorities the men seen in…
Lexington Richland 5 hosts Virtual Town Hall to address new Irmo HS measures
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Lexington-Richland School District Five will host a virtual parent/community town hall Tuesday at 6 p.m. to discuss new safety measures for Irmo High School. Monday and Tuesday, students at Irmo High School went virtual, after some students held…
Local Living: Valentine's themed pet adoption special going on now, 911 Communications Job Fair this weekend and more!
Local Living: Valentine's themed pet adoption special going on now, 911 Communications Job Fair this weekend and more!
Attorney General's Office announces the arrests of three Midlands men on charges related to the sexual exploitation of minors
According to South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, three Midlands men have been arrested on charges related to the exploitation of minors. Authorities say the arrests are from unrelated investigations.
Consumer News: Midlands gas prices up, tips to better understand your credit score and more!
Consumer News: Midlands gas prices up, tips to better understand your credit score and more!
17th Annual Black History Parade and Festival coming to Columbia
The 17th Annual Black History Parade and Festival in Columbia is coming up soon!
Prescribed burn at Congaree National Park this month
Officials with the National Park Service say there will be a prescribed burn at Congaree National Park during the last two weeks of February and the first week of March.
SCHP: One dead after colliding head-on with tow truck on Winnsboro Road
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person died after a head-on collision with a tow truck on Winnsboro Road this morning.
Gamecocks remain No.1 in latest AP top 25 poll
The Gamecocks remained the top team in the poll this week and were a unanimous choice from the 30-member national media panel.
RCSD: Teen reported missing last month was "out on a crime spree"
A local teenager has been found safe after she was reported missing more than a week ago, but Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott say she was out on a crime spree.
