Gamecocks open Columbia regional Friday afternoon
The Gamecock baseball team will open NCAA Columbia Regional play on Friday afternoon (May 4) against Virginia at 12 p.m. on ESPN2.
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Fairfield deputies: Two arrested in connection with March murder investigation
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office says a juvenile has been charged with murder, and an adult has been charged with accessory after the fact in the murder of an 18-year-old in March.
SCDNR: Three injured after two boats collided on Lake Murray in Prosperity
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources says three people were injured after two boats collided on Lake Murray Saturday.
Body found inside Columbia hotel Sunday
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Police are investigating after a body of a man was found inside a Columbia hotel room Sunday. Columbia Police responded to the Super 8 hotel on Fairfield Road after reports…
SC Hurricane Preparedness week begins today
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed May 30 through June 5 to be South Carolina Hurricane Preparedness Week for 2021. Emergency officials want to remind South Carolinians to start preparing now. Each day this week is dedicated to help…
159 cases of COVID-19, 5 new deaths on SCENE Sunday
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Sunday, the Department of Health and Environmental Control announced 159 new cases of COVID-19 and 109 probable cases. Five additional deaths were also reported. South Carolina has reported a total of 491,648 cases and 8,572 since the pandemic…
Five injured in boat crash on Lake Murray
LAKE MURRAY, S.C. (WOLO): A boat crash on Lake Murray Friday night sent five people to the hospital. Officials with the Department of Natural Resources say it happened around 10:30 p.m. on the Richland County side of the lake near…
173 cases of COVID-19, 4 new deaths in SC Saturday
COLUMBIA (WOLO): 173 new cases of COVD-19 were announced by the state Department of Health and Environmental Control Saturday, along with 140 probable cases. Another 4 deaths were also added to the 8,567 total deaths statewide. South Carolina has reported…
Dominion reopens area of Lake Murray Park for visitors
Lake Murray Park and Beach is now open to visitors and will remain open through Labor Day.
WWE Summer Slam Tour coming to Colonial Life Arena this August
WWE's Summer Slam Tour is coming to Colonial Life Arena.
SCHP: One person dead after single vehicle collision on US 301 in Orangeburg County
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says one individual died as a result of a single vehicle collision on US 301 in Orangeburg County.
Pam Tebow, mother of Tim Tebow, delivers commencement address for the Ben Lippen School
While her son is suiting up for the Jacksonville Jaguars this summer, Pam Tebow was here in the Midlands. Mrs. Tebow delivered the commencement address for the Ben Lippen School Friday morning at Shandon Baptist Church.
Local first responders roll up their sleeves for a good cause in the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
Today, Columbia police, Richland County deputies and Columbia firefighters rolled up their sleeves to save lives and have a little friendly competition. Each year, departments partner with the Red Cross to see which agency can donate the most blood.
Airport HS makes largest donation in school history towards Camp Kemo
District officials say Airport High School's annual fundraiser for Camp Kemo raised more than $78,000. It is the largest amount raised in the school's 27 years of supporting the camp for children battling cancer.
City of Columbia opens misting stations throughout the city to keep you cool
The City of Columbia wants to help keep you cool this summer. The city has opened misting stations at parks throughout Columbia.
RCSD investigating a homicide after a man is found unresponsive in a car with bullet holes in it
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating a fatal shooting after they found a man unresponsive in a car that had bullet holes in it.
Columbia Fire: No injuries, seven displaced after Friday morning fire on Durham Creek Court
Just after 11 a.m. on Friday, Columbia Fire crews say they responded to fire that tore through a home on Durham Creek Court. Authorities do not report any injuries, but they say seven people have been displaced due to the fire.
Lexington County man gets two life sentences after being found guilty in child sexual abuse case
According to the Eleventh Circuit Solicitor's Office, a Lexington County man was given the maximum sentence after being found guilty of sexually abusing a child.
Execution date set for inmate suing SC over firing squad law
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The South Carolina Supreme Court has set an execution date for one of two death row prisoners suing the state over a new law allowing inmates to choose between a firing squad or the electric chair.…
County reports low water pressure at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center, says issue will be resolved today
A spokesperson for Richland County says there has been low water pressure at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center since Monday due to ongoing plumbing work. They anticipate the work being completed today.
SCSO: Deputies investigating after husband and wife are both injured during domestic dispute
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting they say stemmed from a domestic dispute on Cotton Acres Road this afternoon. Deputies say both the husband and wife suffered gunshot wounds and were taken for medical treatment.
Air Force mom stationed out of state since February makes surprise visit to her kids at school
There was a special surprise Thursday afternoon at a Midlands elementary school. Staff Sergeant Kyrie McGlynn has been stationed out of state since February. Thursday, she surprised her children at Pine Tree Elementary School in Camden.
Columbia city leaders unveil new mural at Valencia Park
A new piece of artwork commemorates the desegregation of Columbia's schools. Mayor Steve Benjamin and other city leaders were on site to dedicate a mural titled "The Pursuit of Education, Rosewood Elementary, and School Desegregation" at Valencia Park Thursday afternoon
Columbia authorities investigating three fires in the Booker-Washington Heights neighborhood
The Columbia Police Department says they are working with the Columbia Fire Department to investigate the causes of three fires that occurred in the Booker-Washington Heights neighborhood.
Columbia resident wins $300,000 playing Carolina Bonus Cash lottery
One lucky Columbia resident won $300,000 playing the Carolina Bonus Cash lottery. The winning ticket was bought for $10 at the Shiv Food Mart on Harden Street.
