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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…

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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.