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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.

DHEC to start offering Johnson & Johnson vaccine at Columbia Place Mall on Thursday

DHEC is changing the vaccine it will offer at the Columbia Place Mall. Starting this Thursday, only the single dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine will be available instead of Pfizer's shot.

Community breathes sighs of relief after 'armed and dangerous' fugitive captured

Reporter Marvin Beach CHARLOTTE, N.C. – (WCCB) Those living near the search area where Tyler Terry was captured can now sleep peacefully. Neighbors were told to stay inside their homes…

Four girls nearly drown at Riverwalk Saturday, saved by a stranger

COLUMBIA (WOLO): The weather is heating up and for many of us that means heading out on the water. But what was supposed to be a fun day out on the river this…

Free boat inspections offered by DNR at several Midlands locations

Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Memorial Day is right around the corner. It's a time for enjoying the unofficial start of summer and for many of you that means hitting the water. Before you do, the…

Columbia Housing offering stipend to Saint Andrews Terrace residents who chose to stay through gas leak

A spokesperson for Columbia Housing says residents at Saint Andrews Terrace apartments were given the option whether to evacuate or not due to a gas leak. Officials say the families that chose to remain in their units will be given a $500 stipend to cover inconveniences like not being able to use the stove or hot water.

Lights installed at All-Stars Baseball Field on Lester Drive

Local little leaguers will now be able to play night games at one Midlands ballpark. Lights were installed at the All-Stars baseball Field on Lester Drive.

Lexington PD looking for suspects who tried to steal an ATM on Sunset Boulevard

The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying individuals who tried to steal an ATM from the State Credit Union on Sunset Boulevard.

Lexington PD offering free box fans to help keep families cool this summer

The Lexington Police Department is offering free box-style fans to help keep the community cool in the hot months to come.

SCDNR offering free boat inspections on Memorial Day weekend

If you're hitting the lake for the holiday, the Department of Natural Resources will have courtesy boat inspections at public boat landings this weekend. Tickets will not be written for violations, but boaters will be given an opportunity to correct the problem.