SC DJJ employees walk off the job Friday morning
Employees at the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice have walked off the job this morning.
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Columbia Police search for person of interest in motel death
Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---The Columbia Police Department continue to investigate what happened that led to the discovery of a body at a Fairfield Road Super 8 Motel Sunday night. Now they are hoping you…
City officials unveil newest art piece in Columbia
Today, the city unveiled its' newest mural at a Columbia park. The ribbon was cut on the mural located at Hyatt Park. It's called "The Pursuit of Citizenship, Benjamin Mack, Septima Clark, and Listervelt Middleton."
Local Living: La-Z-Boy donates to the Ronald McDonald House of Columbia, Columbia International Festival coming this weekend and more!
Local Living: La-Z-Boy donates to the Ronald McDonald House of Columbia, Columbia International Festival coming this weekend and more!
DHEC and SC Brewers Guild introduce "Shot and a Chaser" vaccination campaign
River Rat Brewery in Columbia is participating in DHEC's new "Shot and a Chaser" campaign with the SC Brewers Guild. The program allows those 21-years-old and up to go to the brewery, get vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive a free beer. You can get your shot at River Rat brewery on Friday, June 11.
Former Springdale police officer accused of tasing a child in the head
A former officer with the Springdale Police Department is accused of shooting a child in the head with a taser.
Former state trooper accused of making inappropriate advances towards a woman he stopped for a DUI
A former state trooper is charged with misconduct in office for allegedly making inappropriate advances toward a woman he stopped for a DUI last year.
Mia McLeod launching campaign for Governor
BENNETTSVILLE, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina state Sen. Mia McLeod says she's the person who can become the United States' first Black female governor. The Columbia Democrat is officially launching her campaign on Thursday. In an exclusive interview, McLeod told…
Sheriff Leon Lott wants community help to stop rise in gun violence
Richland County, SC (WOLO) -- Three teens lives are forever altered after a deadly shooting in Richland County. Wednesday Sheriff Leon Lott is calling the growing number of young people involved gun violence…
A Kershaw County mother is accused of shooting her daughter
Kershaw County, SC (WOLO) --- The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office is investigation a shooting they say took place Wednesday night in Camden after deputies say they believe a 33 year old woman forced her way into her mother's Saint Mathews…
Execution set for 2nd SC inmate suing over death penalty law
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The South Carolina Supreme Court has issued an execution date for a death row inmate suing the state over a new law forcing inmates to choose between a firing squad or the electric chair. Court documents…
Richland Two partnering with Providence Health-Northeast to offer new opportunities for students
Richland School District Two is teaming up with Providence Health-Northeast to give its students a leg up in health care studies.
UPDATE: Sumter police find missing man safe in neighboring city
UPDATE: The Sumter Police Department says Brian Isaac Wilson was found in a neighboring city and is safe.
RCSD: Two 17-year-olds charged with the murder of an A.C. Flora student last week
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they arrested two 17-year-olds and charged them with the murder of an A.C. Flora student last week.
Fort Jackson getting new commanding general this month
Later this month, officials with Fort Jackson say Brig. Gen. Patrick R. Michaelis will take over as the fort's new commanding general.
Irmo police announce arrest made in connection with weekend shooting in Friarsgate neighborhood
The Irmo Police Department says they arrested an individual in connection with a shooting that took place Sunday.
Columbia Animal Services looking for volunteers to foster pets
Columbia Animal Services is asking you to consider becoming a foster parent to a furry friend this summer!
Steve Martin and Martin Short are bringing some laughs to the Township Auditorium this October
Steve Martin and Martin Short are bringing their comedy show to Columbia this fall. The show is scheduled for Saturday, October 23 at the Township Auditorium.
All residents return to St. Andrew's Terrace apartments after gas leak is fixed
Last month, several families voluntarily moved out of their apartments at St. Andrew's Terrace due to a gas leak. Columbia Housing says the gas appliances have been replaced with electric ones, and all the families have now returned to their homes.
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman visiting two schools in Newberry County
Today, South Carolina Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman is visiting two schools in Newberry County.
Columbia International Festival creator speaks with ABC Columbia about this weekend's Event
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready to explore India and other cultures this weekend at the Columbia International Festival. The event will be held at the State Fairgrounds Saturday June 5 from 10…
Richland County deputies arrest suspect they say shot two people Tuesday morning
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they arrested a man who shot two people in a home on Shorecrest Drive yesterday morning.
One man killed after a shooting on Harmon Hill Court in Hopkins
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating a homicide after one man died from a shooting on Harmon Hill Court.
KCSO K9 Nero home safe after missing for more than 12 hours
KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO): After more than 12 hours on the run, K9 Nero with the Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office is back home safe. Nero went missing around 10:30 p.m. Monday night in the…
RCSD investigating shooting at the Magnuson Hotel that injured a man
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they are investigating a shooting at the Magnuson Hotel that injured a man on Sunday.
