Lexington County man found guilty of trafficking heroin, sentenced to 25 years
A Lexington County man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison after being found guilty of trafficking heroin.
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Local Living: Free admission for kids 12 and under at the State Museum this weekend, section of Riverwalk back open and more!
Local Living: Free admission for kids 12 and under at the State Museum this weekend, section of Riverwalk back open and more!
Former SLED employee testifies about cell phone tracing after the Samantha Josephson was picked up
In the trial of Nathaniel Rowland Friday, the court heard testimony that showed where both the suspect and victim's cellphones were being traced when Samantha Josephson was picked up. Based on the testimony of a former SLED employee, it appears that their cell phones were being traced in the same place at the same time.
Animal chewing through cable causes cell service outage in parts of the Midlands Thursday
Deputies in Newberry County say a rodent is to blame for a major cell phone service outage across parts of the Midlands Thursday.
Columbia Urban League kicks off pre-apprenticeship program
The Columbia Urban League is helping put young people to work. The group kicked off its pre-apprenticeship program.
Fairfield County Coroner releases name of victim from fatal collision
Fairfield County Coroner Chris Hill released the name of a man who died during a collision on Old River Road near I-77.
SCAG: Sumter man facing charges for attempted criminal solicitation of a minor
A Sumter man was arrested Wednesday and faces two charges related to the attempted criminal solicitation of a minor for sex.
Lexington PD: Searching for two individuals involved in an armed robbery at hotel on Sunset Boulevard
The Lexington Police Department is asking for your help identifying two individuals they say were involved in an armed robbery and multiple forced vehicle entries.
SLED forensic scientist testifies Wednesday in Nathaniel Rowland murder trial
On Thursday, the trial of Nathaniel Rowland continued with testimony from several investigators. The court heard from a SLED forensic scientist who testified about evidence, including shoes and clothing.
Sumter PD: Two arrested during investigation into vehicle break-ins, police looking for third man
The Sumter Police Department says two men have been arrested in connection with a string of vehicle break-ins at two subdivisions in the city. Police say they are still looking for a third man who was able to evade officers.
Trial continues today for man accused of killing USC Student Samantha Josephson
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Today the trial continues for the man accused of murdering USC Student Samantha Josephson. During the third day of testimony, on Thursday, the prosecution brought up more witnesses to…
Driver dies after hitting several trees on Old River Road in Fairfield
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says a driver died after hitting several trees on Old River Road in Fairfield.
DHEC says worst of wildfire smoke to linger into Friday
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The smoke filled air that we've been telling you could be headed this way from the wildfires that continue to burn through more than a million…
Jury hears from handwriting expert in the trial of Nathaniel Rowland
In day three of testimony in the trial of Nathaniel Rowland, the prosecution brought up more witnesses to the stand. The court heard from a handwriting expert.
Store owner testifies that Nathaniel Rowland tried to sell him an iPhone after Samantha Josephson's disappearance
This is the third day of testimony in the trial of Nathaniel Rowland, as the prosecution has brought more witnesses to the stand. They brought up the owner of the cell phone store who says Rowland tried to sell him a cell phone the day after Samantha Josephson's disappearance.
Local Living: Celebrate Christmas in July in the Midlands, Artisan Market in West Columbia this weekend and more!
Local Living: Celebrate Christmas in July in the Midlands, Artisan Market in West Columbia this weekend and more!
Midlands Rivers Coalition issues advisory for parts of Congaree and Lower Saluda Rivers
The Midlands Rivers Coalition issued swimming advisories for portions of the Congaree and Lower Saluda Rivers.
Camden PD: Three arrests made during investigation into a murder at the Mona Lisa Motel
Police in Camden say one person is charged with murder and two others are in custody following an incident inside a local motel.
Recap of day two in the trial of Nathaniel Rowland
Recap of day two in the trial of Nathaniel Rowland
Section of West Columbia Riverwalk temporarily closed due to maintenance
According to officials, the section of the West Columbia Riverwalk from Moffatt Street to the Gervais Street bridge is closed due to maintenance.
Trial continues today for man suspected of killing USC Student Samantha Josephson
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Happening today, it is Day 4 in the trial for the man suspected of murdering a USC student who got into the wrong car, thinking it was her Uber…
Victim identified in fiery vehicle collision on South Lake Drive in Lexington
The Lexington County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a fiery vehicle collision at South Lake Drive.
Live update: Jury hears from Nathaniel Rowland's former girlfriend
Day two in the trial of Nathaniel Rowland continued with testimony from Rowland's girlfriend during March 2019. Rowland is accused of murdering USC student Samantha Josephson on March 29, 2019.
Richland County ordered to give $15M back to road fund
Richland County agreed Wednesday to put more than $15 million back into a sales tax fund for roads after South Carolina tax collectors said they spent the money on project managers and public relations and not on asphalt.
Richland County asking for public input on how federal housing funds should be distributed
Richland County is offering residents a chance to weigh in on how more than $2 million in grants will be distributed.
