SCSO: Sumter man arrested for stealing jewelry and selling it to a pawn shop
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they arrested a man accused of stealing jewelry from a home and selling it to a pawn shop.
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Saluda County deputies announce arrest made in connection with an April utility trailer theft
The Saluda County Sheriff's Office says a man has been arrested in connection with the theft of a utility trailer from a property on Price's Bridge Road in April.
Columbia VA hosting Virtual Town Hall Friday afternoon
The Columbia VA will host a Virtual Town Hall meeting for veterans served by the health care system. This event will be hosted Friday at 1 p.m. on Microsoft Teams.
Ceasefire Columbia program aims to crack down on gun violence in the city
Ceasefire Columbia program aims to crack down on gun violence in the city
Lexington County Coroner identifies victim of fatal accident late Wednesday night
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher released the identity of a man who died as a result of a single vehicle accident on Dixired Road late Wednesday night.
Travel tips at CAE ahead of Memorial Day weekend
Travel tips at CAE ahead of Memorial Day weekend
DHEC reports three animals tested positive for rabies in the Midlands this week
According to DHEC, three animals in the Midlands tested positive for rabies this week.
S.C. Attorney General: Gas prices are not the result of pipeline
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- South Carolina's Attorney General says the prices you see at the pump are not related to the cyber attack on the Colonial pipeline a few weeks ago. Wednesday…
Sumter County investigates deadly shooting
Sumter, SC (WOLO) -- The Sumter County Sherri's Office is investigating a deadly shooting they say left a 20 year old dead. According to deputies, the shooting took place Wednesday afternoon in the 4200 block…
Lexington County deputies and SCDNR discuss proper boat safety ahead of Memorial Day weekend
Lexington County deputies want to make sure you're safe on the water this Memorial Day weekend. Thursday morning, deputies joined the Department of Natural Resources took time to discuss proper boating safety measures before you hit the water.
Columbia PD announces arrest made in connection with fatal shooting at the Colony Apartments this month
The Columbia Police Department says a man wanted in connection with a fatal shooting at the Colony Apartments earlier this month turned himself in to police on Wednesday.
Lexington County Coroner: Victim of fatal dirt bike crash Tuesday was a 13-year-old boy
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher says the victim of a fatal dirt bike crash on Williams Circle Tuesday evening was a 13-year-old boy.
EdVenture offering free admission for military families this Memorial Day Weekend
The EdVenture Children's Museum is giving free admission to military families this Memorial Day Weekend. Free admission is valid for military service members and up to four family members.
Sumter PD: Woman facing reckless homicide charge in death of boyfriend
The Sumter Police Department says a woman has been charged with reckless homicide after an autopsy showed her boyfriend died due to injuries sustained when he was hit by a car.
No injuries after vacant house fire on High Circle in Columbia
The Columbia Fire Department says no one is injured after a vacant home caught fire on High Circle at Randolph Street.
One killed in dirt bike crash on Williams Circle in Lexington
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person was killed in a crash on Williams Circle in Lexington County.
Midlands woman arrested on drug charges
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Investigators say they found meth, crack, and heroin in a woman's car during a traffic stop earlier this month. Deputies with the Lexington County Sheriff's Department say Tina Dent of Gaston was stopped for a moving…
SC high court hears 1st suit in monument protection law
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The South Carolina Supreme Court has heard its first challenge to the state law protecting Confederate and other historical monuments since it passed 21 years ago. Justices on Tuesday questioned not only if the entire Heritage…
Charleston shooter lawyer: Racist delusion showed incapacity
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Dylann Roof's attorneys argue the "delusional belief" of the man on federal death row for the racist slayings of nine members of a Black South Carolina congregation should have meant he couldn't represent himself at trial.…
Deputies find missing man's body at a pond in Kershaw
Kershaw County Sheriff's Office says an elderly man reported missing on Sunday, was found dead on Tuesday.
Sheriff Leon Lott joins Rep. Todd Rutherford to explain new law designed to combat catalytic converter thefts
Here in the Midlands, hundreds of converters are stolen every year. On Tuesday, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott joined Representative Todd Rutherford to explain a new law, sponsored by Rutherford, that will combat the growing thefts.
Local leaders, activists reflect on one year death anniversary of George Floyd
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Tuesday, May 25th, marks one year since the death of George Floyd. The 46-year-old black man killed at the hands of Minneapolis police sparked a racial justice movement and demands for…
Local authorities call on the community to donate blood in the Battle of the Badges this Friday
Tuesday, the Columbia Police Department, Columbia Fire Department and Richland County Sheriff's Department issued a challenge for blood donations. They're kicking off the annual "Battle of the Badges Blood Drive" which takes place Friday.
LCSD: Temporary employee arrested for criminal sexual conduct with middle school student
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says a temporary employee who worked for a janitorial service was arrested for an alleged incident with a student in a bathroom at Pelion Middle School.
48 cadets graduating from SCYCA Wednesday morning
The South Carolina Youth ChalleNGe Academy will have a graduation ceremony for its 46th class Thursday morning. 48 cadets will graduate from the program which leads, trains and mentors at-risk youth ages 16-18 to help them become productive and successful citizens.
