City of Orangeburg: Autopsy indicates 2-year-old who died this week was shot in the head
According to authorities, preliminary autopsy results indicate the child had a gunshot wound to the head.
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SCSO: Authorities seize 4.5 pounds of marijuana, other drugs and stolen firearm during search warrant
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says investigators seized about 4.5 pounds or marijuana, along with other drugs and a firearm while executing a search warrant at a home on Blanche Road.
Columbia man sentenced to 28 years in prison for a shooting at a West Columbia apartment complex
According to the Eleventh Circuit Solicitor's Office, a Columbia man will serve 28 years in prison after being convicted of a shooting at a West Columbia apartment complex that injured a mother and her daughter.
Columbia gang member to serve 30 months after pleading guilty to firearm charge
According to Acting United States Attorney M. Rhett DeHart, a gang member from Columbia was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to a firearm charge.
SC DHEC: 1,333 new case of COVID-19 and 119 new deaths
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Friday, SC DHEC reported 1,333 new cases of COVID-19 and 119 new deaths. The percent positive reported was 6.4%. State Health officials continue to urge anyone who is eligible to get the Coronavirus vaccine. There are free vaccine…
Midlands Elementary Teacher accused of having Marijuana edibles in class prize box
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A Lexington County elementary school teacher is behind bars accused of having marijuana edibles in her classroom. According to the Lexington County Sheriff, 27 year old Victoria Farish Weiss, is charged…
Another Friday night thriller? Syracuse hosts Clemson
Having tripled last season’s win total halfway through 2021, the Syracuse Orange have helped their fans largely forget the noncompetitive squad that lost 10 games in the pandemic-plagued 2020 campaign.
UofSC inducts largest Athletic Hall of Fame class in school history
Thursday night 10 of the 2021 University of South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame inductees were announced.
Harvest Hope gets needed donation from local food chains
“There’s probably 50 cars or so lined up," Ballas said. "It was good to see that we’re bringing in food to help people that are in line.”
College professor arrested for criminal sexual conduct with a minor under 11
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - A local college professor who worked at both Allen University and the University of South Carolina has been arrested for criminal sexual conduct with a minor who was under the age of 11. [caption id="attachment_589852" align="alignleft"…
Local Living: A look at the State Fair and other community events this month!
Local Living: A look at the State Fair and other community events this month!
OCSO: Deputies seize stolen firearms, drugs during traffic stop
Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell says one individual faces charges after drugs and stolen weapons were seized during a traffic stop last night.
Columbia's first African American Episcopal Church honored with historical marker
The South Carolina Department of Archives and History, along with city leaders, held a historical marker dedication at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Columbia.
RCSD: Shooting at senior living community determined to be a murder-suicide
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says an investigation into a shooting incident at a senior living community this week determined that it was a murder-suicide.
SLED: Lexington County man accused of kidnapping and attempting to sexually assault a woman, among other charges
says a Lexington County man is accused of kidnapping, robbing and attempting to sexually assault a woman in her home.
City of Columbia, DHEC offering COVID-19 vaccines this month
The City of Columbia is teaming up with DHEC to encourage residents to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Today, you can go to MLK Park on Greene Street for your free shot until 5 p.m.
Some Lexington County employees to receive 'premium pay' from funds under the American Rescue Plan Act
Some Lexington County employees who worked through the pandemic will receive 'premium pay' from a fund under the American Rescue Plan Act. Officials say the amount of payments for essential employees from the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund will range from approximately $1,600-$5,700.
SC State Fair returns to Columbia with exciting first day
The fair is a much needed escape from the pandemic after a tough year and a half.
RCSD: Man charged with shooting at restaurant on Longreen Parkway
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a man faces attempted murder for a shooting that took place at a restaurant late last night.
OCSO: Assault charge upgraded to murder after elderly victim succumbs to injuries
Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell says a man's assault charge has been upgraded to murder, after the elderly victim passed away due to his injuries.
Local Living: 5K run at Segra Park to raise awareness for childhood cancer, Boo at the Zoo this month and more!
Local Living: 5K run at Segra Park to raise awareness for childhood cancer, Boo at the Zoo this month and more!
New initiative to help victims and survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence
Wednesday, local leaders announced a new tool to help victims and survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence.
Orangeburg DPS looking for 3 children who were not returned to their mother in custody dispute
The Orangeburg Department of Public Safety is asking residents to be on the lookout for three children who are considered missing, after their father failed to return them to their mother on time.
Newberry County deputies: Four in custody after shoplifting incident Wednesday morning
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office says four individuals have been brought into custody after a shoplifting incident this morning that resulted in a search for one suspect that ended this afternoon.
Richland County Coroner releases names of individuals found shot to death at a senior living apartment Tuesday
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford released the names of two people found shot to death at a senior living apartment yesterday.
