SCHP: One dead after early morning collision on I-77 North
According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, one individual died as a result of a vehicle collision on I-77 in the early morning hours of Thursday.
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RCSD, other officials provide updates on the arrest of a soldier accused of hijacking a school bus Tuesday
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott provided an update on the investigation into an armed Fort Jackson soldier who left the fort and hijacked a Richland Two school bus this morning. ABC Columbia's Josh Berry was at the press conference.
National Day of Prayer celebrated at the Statehouse Thursday
People gathered at the State House today to lift their hands up for the National Day of Prayer. It’s observed each year on the first Thursday of May, inviting people of all faiths to pray or meditate for the nation.
Richland Co. Sheriff Leon Lott provides identity of Ft. Jackson soldier accused of hijacking a school bus
This afternoon, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott released the identity of a Fort Jackson soldier who was arrested for hijacking a school bus at around 7 a.m. The sheriff says 23-year-old Jovan Collazo will face 19 counts of kidnapping in addition to other charges.
Fort Jackson officials hold a news conference after soldier arrested, accused of hijacking a school bus
Officials with Fort Jackson are holding a press conference regarding a soldier who was arrested for hijacking a school bus Thursday morning.
RCSD: Ft. Jackson soldier in custody after running off the fort and hijacking a school bus
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says an armed soldier left Fort Jackson and hijacked a school bus bound for Forest Lake Elementary this morning. Deputies say 18 students and a driver were ultimately let off the bus unharmed. According to investigators, the suspect ultimately abandoned the bus and was arrested a short time later.
Missing Saluda County teen has been found safe
The Saluda County Sheriff's Office is looking for a missing teen last seen on Tuesday.
RCSD: Armed Ft. Jackson soldier arrested after hijacking a Richland 2 school bus
Richland County deputies say they have arrested a Fort Jackson soldier who's accused of hijacking a Richland 2 school bus this morning.
South Carolina names 2022 ' Teacher of the Year'
Columbia, SC (WOLO)--- One South Carolina educator gets a lesson in appreciation . Wednesday night State Superintendent of Education, Molly Spearman announced that the 20-22 Teacher of the Year is Amy…
Chapin residents get "arrested" for a good cause at the Jail and Bail fundraiser Wednesday
There's a warrant out for some Chapin residents arrests, but all for a great cause! The group Chapin Women in Service, with the help of community members, held a Jail and Bail fundraiser Wednesday.
"Chemo with Style" offers wigs for women who lost their hair during cancer treatment
Some Midlands women have the chance to get a new look, with a full head of hair. "Chemo with Style" is a program that offers free, tailored wigs for ladies who have lost their hair to chemotherapy or radiation.
Lexington Police Department focusing on collision prone intersections this month
In a statement released Wednesday, Lexington Police Chief Terrence Green announced that officers will be focusing on traffic enforcement at collision prone intersections this month.
Dominion: More than 15,000 Midlands customers lost power Tuesday night
Many in the Midlands spent Tuesday night in the dark. According to Dominion Energy, at one point more than 15,000 customers were without power.
Deputies in Sumter County still searching for answers in the murder of teen in January 2020
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office is continuing its search for information in the death of 17-year-old Antwan Dukes. Dukes was found shot and killed in front of an abandoned home on Wilder Street in January 2020.
Town of Winnsboro sponsoring free drive-in movie Saturday night
Are you still looking for family plans this Saturday night? The Town of Winnsboro is sponsoring a free movie night!
Midlands Gives collects over $3 million, sets new fundraising record
Officials with Midlands Gives say they raised a record amount of money during this year's fundraiser.
Investigators looking for answers in the shooting death of a woman in Santee
Investigators with Midlands Crimestoppers and the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office are asking for information about the shooting death of a 43-year-old woman at a residence on Resort Street in Santee.
RCSD need help identifying suspects accused of shoplifting at Dick's Sporting Goods
Richland County deputies are asking for the public's help in identifying three suspects accused of shoplifting. Officials say they're wanted for stealing hundreds of dollars worth of clothing from the Dick's Sporting Goods on Two Notch Road.
Federal indictment returned for man charged with setting fire to Bishopville's City Hall and Post Office
According to Acting U.S. Attorney M. Rhett DeHart, a jury in Columbia returned a multi-count federal indictment in connection with fires that damaged Bishopville City Hall and Post Office. Authorities say 61-year-old Jeffrey Albert Scott is accused of setting fire to Bishopville's Post Office and City Hall in October 2020.
Lexington County Coroner identifies woman who died after a single vehicle collision on Broad Street
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has released the identity of a woman who died as a result of a single vehicle collision on Tuesday around 6 p.m.
Columbia Animal Services celebrates Cinco de Mayo with adoption special
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Columbia Animal Services is celebrating Cinco de Mayo with a special pet adoption this week. According to organizers with Columbia Animal Services, they are hosting adoption specials during the…
Lexington -Richland School District 5 votes to 'delete' mask mandate
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- Lexington - Richland School District Five has decided to end their mask mandate. The Board of Trustees called a special meeting Tuesday night where the only item on…
Kershaw County Sheriff's find dozens of dogs in 'unacceptable' conditions
Kershaw Co., SC (WOLO) --- The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office says they are investigating a business owner they say was operating a dog training facility out of a location on Bradley…
CPD: Greene Street sexual assault suspect arrested Tuesday
The Columbia Police Department says a man accused of sexual assault was arrested on Tuesday at about 6 p.m.
Richland County deputies rescue dog trapped underneath a shed
According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, deputies rescued a dog last month who was trapped underneath its owner's shed.
