CPD: Four individuals arrested in connection with Thursday morning shooting on Linden Street
The Columbia Police Department says they have made four arrests in connection with Thursday morning's shooting on Linden Street.
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Proposed bill would give parents 'no resuscitate' rights for terminally ill children
Columbia, SC (AP) -- A bill that aims to give parents more power over care for their terminally ill child. Right now in the state of South Carolina emergency responders are not able to approve 'do not resuscitate' orders for…
Police identify man accused of breaking into home, sexually assaulting inside
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Columbia Police now have the identity of a man they say is accused of breaking into a Greene Street and sexually assaulting a woman inside. Authorities say 39…
Former Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence drafted No. 1 by Jaguars
Former Clemson Quarterback Trevor Lawrence made history Thursday night, becoming the first former Tiger to be taken first overall in the NFL Draft.
SC Sheriff's Association honors fallen Sumter County deputy with Medal of Valor
In a ceremony held Tuesday evening, the South Carolina Sheriff's Association honored fallen Sumter County Deputy Andrew Gillette with the Medal of Valor. Cpl. Gillette was killed in the line of duty on February 25, 2020.
SCSO: Previously convicted sex offender accused of engaging in sexual activity with 14-year-old
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a man has been arrested after he was accused of engaging in sexual activity with a 14-year-old victim.
SCSO: Sumter man arrested after attempting to meet a person believed to be a minor for sexual activity
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a man has been arrested after he attempted to meet someone he believed to be a 15-year-old-girl for sexual activity.
OCSO: One suspect arrested for the theft of catalytic converters, deputies looking for another
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office says one man is in custody and they are searching for another in connection with the theft of catalytic converters.
SCSO: Four juveniles facing consequences after bringing a firearm and drugs on school property.
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says four juveniles were detained at Lakewood High School Thursday afternoon, after drugs and a firearm were found in their car.
RCSD on the search for kidnapping suspect after missing teen is found dead in Lexington County
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Thursday morning, the Richland County Sheriff’s Department held a press conference to provide an update on a Northeast Columbia teen reported missing since April 5. Sheriff Leon Lott says the body of 15-year-old Sanaa Amenhotep was…
Wedgefield man accussed of inappropriately touching a girl under the age of eight
The Sumter Police Department says a repairman from Wedgefield has been arrested after he was accused of inappropriately a girl under the age of eight.
Fairfield County Sheriff's Office looking for man with an outstanding warrant
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office says they are looking for a man with an outstanding warrant.
Pet adoptions with Columbia Animal Services are just $5 next week to celebrate Cinco de Mayo!
Columbia Animal Services is hosting an adoption special next week for Cinco de Mayo! May 3-7, all pet adoptions will be just $5.
Columbia police still looking for answers one year after a 7-year-old was shot and killed in his home
Thursday marks one year since a 7-year-old was fatally shot at his home on Tarragon Drive in Columbia.
LCSD: Gaston man facing charges after deputies seize over 400 grams of cocaine and a gun during a traffic stop
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says a Gaston has been arrested after deputies found over 400 grams of cocaine and a gun during a traffic stop Thursday.
RCSD: Missing Columbia teen found dead, juvenile arrested for kidnapping and another suspect identified
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott held a press conference this morning to inform the public that the body of a Northeast Columbia teen reported missing earlier this month was found in Lexington County this morning. The sheriff says they have one juvenile in custody for kidnapping and they are looking for another suspect.
The COMET is offering free COVID-19 vaccines starting May 3
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority, partnering with Health Force, LLC, will offer free COVID-19 vaccinations starting May 3.
Joe Cunningham officially kicks off campaign for Governor
Charleston, SC (WCIV) -- Democratic candidate for Governor Joe Cunningham, officially kicked off his campaign this evening in the low country. Rachel Ellis with our ABC sister station in Charleston was at…
Lexington Sheriff's Department wants you to help them honor deputies
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- May is right around the corner and so are the start of two weeks that recognize the hard work of the men and women who serve…
Court decisions could force major SC lottery winners to reveal their identity
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina has long been one of a handful of states where lottery winners can remain anonymous unless they choose to come forward, but that practice is receiving increased scrutiny thanks to a decision from the…
Trial date set for suspect accused of murdering Samantha Josephson
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The man suspected of murdering a USC student who got into the wrong car, thinking it was her Uber ride, has a trial date. According to the Fifth Judicial Circuit Court's online records, Nathaniel Rowland's case…
Memorial ceremony for fallen SCDOT employees
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Wednesday was a somber day outside the South Carolina Department of Transportation headquarters, as community and family members gathered to remember the dozens of employees fallen in the line of the duty.…
Columbia police need help identifying man accused of sexual assault
The Columbia Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a man accused of sexually assaulting a female in her Greene Street home.
Columbia City Councilman Daniel Rickenmann officially kicks off campaign for mayor
Another Midlands candidate is officially throwing his hat in the ring in the race for mayor of Columbia. City Councilman Daniel Rickenmann made the official announcement Wednesday at City Hall.
Former Vice President Mike Pence attending several events in Columbia Thursday
Former Vice President Mike Pence will be attending multiple events in Columbia Thursday.
