SCHP: One passenger dead following a collision on I-26 East
South Carolina Highway Patrol says one individual is dead after a collision on I-26 this morning.
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Columbia leaders unveil new mural on Main Street
New art is now on Main Street! Today, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin and City Council members held a public art dedication ceremony at the site of the new mural at 1401 Main.
Red Cross hosting blood drive to honor a fallen police officer Monday
You can roll up your sleeves for a good cause next week. The Red Cross is hosting a special blood drive in honor of fallen Officer Greg Alia on Monday.
Carolina Panthers put on prom for North Central HS students
The students at North Central High School have missed out on a lot since a tornado destroyed their school last year, but one thing they're not going to miss out on is the prom, thanks to the Carolina Panthers.
Clarendon County man arrested following armed standoff with deputies, SLED SWAT Team
The Clarendon County Sheriff's Office says a man was arrested following a standoff with deputies and a SLED SWAT Team that lasted several hours.
Fort Jackson pausing weapons immersion training in wake of school bus hijacking last week
Thursday, Fort Jackson announced it is pausing its weapons immersion training while they continue to investigate the incident where a trainee left the fort with a rifle and hijacked a school bus last week.
CPD: No charges filed in shooting at Capri Apartments, investigators determine it was self-defense
The Columbia Police Department says that no charges will be filed in the Tuesday night shooting at Capri Apartments that left one dead. Police say their investigation led them to determine that the shooting fell under self-defense.
Families of two victims of school bus hijacking want answers from Richland Two and Ft. Jackson
The families of two victims of the school bus hijacking held a news conference Thursday morning to demand answers from Fort Jackson and Richland School District Two.
Harvest Hope partners with Senior Resources to feed local seniors Thursday
Today, Harvest Hope Food Bank and Senior Resources worked together to feed local seniors. The organizations gave out five pound bags of chicken as well as bags containing 12 sandwich buns, through a donation from KFC.
Richland Two bus driver to be honored for efforts to keep students safe during bus hijacking by armed soldier
The Richland Two bus driver who helped keep students safe during last week's bus hijacking will be honored in a ceremony tomorrow.
RCSD investigating shooting by Longtown Road
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they are investigating a shooting that took place this morning near Longtown Road.
Sumter County deputies looking for man wanted for grand larceny
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man accused of taking someone's truck and trailer containing various tools.
Richland Co. H.S. student arrested after deputies say he brought loaded gun to school
Richland Co., SC (WOLO ) --- The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a teenager faces several charges after deputies say he brought a loaded gun to school. Authorities say the 17 year old Lower Richland High school student was involved…
University of South Carolina statement on President Bob Caslen's resignation
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- University of South Carolina President Bob Caslen resigned Wednesday. Here is the full statement from UofSC on President Bob Caslen's resignation. "After focused discussions with President Bob Caslen, University of South Carolina Board of Trustees Chair C.…
UofSC President Bob Caslen resigns effective Thursday
The board of trustees announced that his resignation will be effective Thursday May 13
School officials react as SCDE cancels state mask policy following McMaster's order
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Chaos in the classroom. School districts across the state are reassessing their mask policies after Governor McMaster issued an executive order Tuesday allowing parents and students to choose if they want…
Lower Richland HS student charged after a loaded pistol is found in his book bag
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a student at Lower Richland High School is facing charges after a loaded gun was found in his book bag at school.
Former SC Secretary of Commerce Joe Taylor announces his run for Columbia City Council
A new candidate is entering his name in the race for Columbia City Council. This afternoon, former South Carolina Secretary of Commerce Joe Taylor announced he is running to represent District Four on the council.
Lexington County law enforcement community honors fallen officers in ceremony Wednesday
Wednesday morning, members of the Lexington law enforcement community paid their respects to their fallen comrades. A memorial service was held for officers in the county who lost their lives in the line of duty.
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott announces arrest of murder suspect for April drive by shooting
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says he is frustrated with the amount of gun violence in the community. The sheriff says there have already been eleven murders in the county this year, one more than at this time last year.
Mayor Benjamin and other city leaders presenting art dedication ceremony on Main Street Thursday
New art is coming to downtown Columbia. Thursday, Mayor Steve Benjamin and city council members will hold a public art dedication ceremony.
Midlands school employee calling it quits after winning $2 million playing the lottery
A Midlands school employee is quitting her job after winning $2 million playing the lottery. Officials say on April 21, the new millionaire had just gotten to work when she checked her Powerball ticket that had five matching numbers.
Lexington Three lifting mask requirement in compliance with Department of Education
Lexington School District Three says it is lifting its mask requirement for students in school.
Former Lexington County kindergarten teacher sentenced for sexually abusing a student
According to the Eleventh Circuit Solicitor's Office, a former Lexington County kindergarten teacher was sentenced to 15 years for sexually abusing a student.
Sumter PD announces arrests of man suspected of multiple catalytic converter thefts
The Sumter Police Department says a man has been arrested in connection with multiple catalytic converter thefts.
