Trial starts for man accused in Uber rider’s death
Opening arguments are expected Tuesday in the trial of a man accused of killing the South Carolina woman who mistook his car for her Uber ride.
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SCSO: Wedgefield woman charged with arson after setting clothes on fire just outside a residence
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a woman was charged with arson after she caused over $5,000 worth of damage to a residential property she lives at.
Richland Library to host Gamecocks for annual Pigskin Poets event
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The Richland Library is teaming up with the Gamecocks for the 25th annual Pigskin Poets. This year the event is online. This Wednesday, July 21 from 10:30 to 10:45am you can grab your…
City of Columbia, SC DHEC & Prisma Health to offer free COVID-19 vaccinations
The City of Columbia, SC DHEC & Prisma Health will offer free COVID-19 vaccinations at city operated facilities this month and next month.
Benedict College to offer bachelor's degree in E-sports
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- It would be pretty amazing if you could go college and get a degree by playing video games. If that's sounds too good to be true, you're right,…
2 unrelated drug busts lead to seizure of meth, heroin, marijuana
Sumter, SC (WOLO) -- The Sumter County Sheriff's Department have seized drugs and thousands of dollars after executing search warrants during two separate drug busts. Sumter County investigators say during the…
South Carolina Department of Public Safety stepping up patrols during 'Operation Southern Shield'
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- This week The South Carolina Department of Public Safety is launching "Operation Southern Shield". According to Highway officials, today through July 24, you can expect to see increased enforcement on SC…
Lexington daycare employee accused of assaulting children in her care
Lexington, SC (WOLO) -- Investigators with the Lexington police Department say an employee at a daycare center is accused of physically assaulting children in her care. Police say Breanna Audette is charged with 14…
Beamer, Gamecocks confident and optimistic at SEC Media Days
South Carolina’s Shane Beamer took the media days podium for the first time.
Gas Prices continue to rise in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you are filling up at the pump this week, gas prices have jumped nearly 10 cents a gallon. In Columbia, drivers are paying an average of $2.89 a gallon, according…
Live Update: Jury Selection in trial of murdered USC Student Samantha Josephson
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Jury selection began Monday in the trial of the man suspected of murdering a USC student who got into the wrong car, thinking it was her Uber ride. Our Josh Berry has…
Local Living: Pet Adoption Special, plus 'Pigskin Poets' at the Richland Library
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In our look at Local Living -- The City of Columbia's Youth Soccer league has kicked off registration. Children ages 3 to 12 can register online or at the City's Parks…
Irmo Boy Scout helps donate MP3 players to residents of Assisted Living Facility
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- An Irmo Boy Scout, along with some of his fellow scouts in Troop 95, donated a special gift to residents at Colonial Gardens Assisted Living Center in West Columbia today. As…
Columbia Police investigating shooting at apartment complex
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Police are investigating a shooting at an Apartment Complex Monday. According to police, a male has life-threatening injuries after the shooting at North Pointe Estates on Ripplemeyer…
City of Columbia's sanitation trucks wrapped with COVID-19 awareness message
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The City of Columbia is using its sanitation trucks to bring COVID-19 awareness to the streets. Mayor Steve Benjamin and the City's Public Works Department unveiled the new design wraps with vaccination…
Lexington Police: Daycare employee accused of assaulting children
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)-- Investigators with the Lexington Police Dept. say an employee at a daycare center is accused of physically assaulting the children in her care. Police say Breanna Marie Audette, 23, of Irmo is charged with multiple counts of…
Jury Selection set to begin in trial of murdered USC Student Samantha Josephson
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The trial is set to begin Monday for the man suspected of murdering a USC student who got into the wrong car, thinking it was her Uber ride. Jury selection was set…
DHEC accepting grant applications for vaccination awareness efforts
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- DHEC is accepting grant applications from organizations wanting to coordinate grassroots COVID-19 vaccination awareness efforts. The agency says it will distribute a total of $5 million in grants from money it received from the US Department of…
City of Columbia to host Job Fair
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The City of Columbia is hosting a job fair. It will take place at the Drew Wellness Center on July 22 from 10am to 2pm. Organizers say a Career Coach will be on-site, and multiple workshops will…
Man dead in four-wheeler accident in Kershaw County
KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO): A man is dead after his four-wheeler was found in a pond Saturday night. Kershaw County Coroner, David West, says a 911 call at 8 p.m. led EMS to the Broken Nut four-wheeler park, to a…
Riverbanks Zoo to upgrade Aquarium Reptile complex
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Riverbanks Zoo and Garden has announced a new development. The zoo's Aquarium-Reptile Complex will get a major upgrade. The zoo will transform the current complex into the The Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Foundation Aquarium &…
U.S. Geological Survey confirms Earthquake near Charleston
CHARLESTON, SC (WOLO)-- The United States Geological Survey confirmed a 2.0 magnitude earthquake near Charleston. According to the USGS, the earthquake happened near Ladson, South Carolina at 11:17 Friday, July 16, 2021. The US Geological survey is asking if anyone felt…
Midlands K-9's and handlers get new training
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- This week some Midlands K-9 deputies and their handlers got some expert training. 21 K-9 handlers from 14 law enforcement agencies across South Carolina got together for hands-on training to…
Prisma Health to host vaccine clinic for students, parents in Richland District Two
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Prisma Health is offering a COVID-19 vaccine clinic to all Richland Two students and their parents Saturday, July 24. The first dose will be given July 24 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. The second dose will be given…
Rain brings flooding to some Midlands Streets
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Friday, storms bringing heavy rains caused certain areas to flood in the Midlands. The Columbia Fire Department reported flooding in areas including Rosewood at Assembly and Main and…
