House Judiciary Subcommittee hears testimony on voter access bill in the Statehouse
Inside the Statehouse Thursday morning, members of the House Judiciary Subcommittee met to hear testimony on a voter access bill.
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Demonstrators at the Statehouse call for Solicitor to "appropriately charge" Jonathan Pentland
In response to Jonathan Pentland's arrest, some demonstrators walked from the Statehouse to the Richland County Courthouse Thursday afternoon. Demonstrators say they are calling on Solicitor Byron Gipson to, "appropriately charge" Pentland.
Calhoun Co. Sheriff's Office: Deputy find over 100 grams of meth after man flees from attempted traffic stop
The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office says they arrested a man who was found to have over 100 grams of methamphetamine, among other drugs, after he fled from an attempted traffic stop.
Harmony Collection at Columbia hosting "Spring Fling Vendor Fair" this Sunday
You can get a little spring shopping done this Sunday at the 'Spring Fling Vendor Fair.' It will take place at the Harmony Collection at Columbia, a retirement & assisted living facility.
Jonathan Pentland suspended from instructor duties at Fort Jackson, pending completion of investigation
In a statement released Thursday afternoon, officials with Fort Jackson said that Jonathan Pentland has been suspended from instructor duties, pending the outcome of the investigation and criminal charges.
Frank Martin: ‘I did a poor job’ this year
South Carolina’s Frank Martin admits he did a bad job as men’s basketball coach this past season. He also believes his track record shows that he knows how to turn things around.
Palmetto Yacht Management coming to Clarendon County
More than 200 new jobs are sailing into the Midlands. Thursday, the Office of the Governor announced Palmetto Yacht Management is establishing operations in Clarendon County. Officials say the $3.7 million investment will create 211 new jobs.
Sumter man accused of driving victim's vehicle without consent
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a man has been charged for driving someone else's vehicle without their permission.
Elected officials holding series of vaccine clinics in northeast Richland County at end of April
Several elected officials are teaming up with MUSC Health to hold three vaccination clinics in northeast Richland County at the end of April.
Columbia VA hosting another vaccination clinic at Colonial Life Arena Saturday
The Columbia VA is hosting a mass COVID-19 vaccination clinic this Saturday. From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., veterans of all ages, their spouses and care givers can visit the Colonial Life Arena to get the vaccine.
5th Circuit Solicitors Office releases statement on the charges filed against Jonathan Pentland
On Thursday, 5th Circuit Solicitor Bryon E. Gipson released a statement regarding the charges brought against Jonathan Pentland and the response his office received. Solicitor Gipson responded to those calling for additional charges against Pentland, saying many have called for Pentland to be charged with "unlawful restraint," a charge the solicitor says does not exist.
Columbia City Ballet celebrates 60th anniversary with "Beatles The Ballet"
The Columbia City Ballet is celebrating its 60th anniversary with a show about a legendary band! "Beatles The Ballet" will play Friday at 7:30 p.m. and on Saturday at 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at the Koger Center for the Arts.
RCSD: Couple arrested for assault and robbery in parking lot of Dollar Tree on Two Notch Road
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a married couple has been arrested and charged with assaulting and robbing a man and woman after a traffic incident on Two Notch Road.
Protest held in reaction to viral video in the Summit community
Multiple protests held in reaction to viral video in the Summit community
Victim of a fatal shooting at Brook Pines Apartment Complex is identified
The Richland County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a shooting at Brook Pines Apartment Complex.
Protests in response to viral video leads to home of suspect being vandalized
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --- The Richland County Sheriff's Department says protests that have been ongoing for more than 24 hours turned violent Wednesday night in response to a video posted on Facebook…
Columbia Police: Man dead after shooting at apartment complex
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Columbia police are investigating after a deadly shooting on Broad River Road. Investigators say officers found a man dead at the Brook Pines Apartment complex around 10 Wednesday night. According…
Lexington County man sentenced to 28 years for criminal sexual conduct with a minor
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson says a Lexington County man has been sentenced to 28 years in prison after pleading guilty to sex crimes with a minor.
Richland County Sheriff's Department releases statement regarding Summit community incident
The Richland County Sheriff's Department released a statement regarding the incident that occurred Monday in the Summit neighborhood.
Sumter PD: Four individuals facing charges related to fatal shooting on Friday
The Sumter Police Department says two men have been charged with murder and two others are facing accessory charges in connection with a fatal shooting on Broad Street Friday.
University of South Carolina announces education partnership with Major League Soccer
The University of South Carolina is kicking it with Major League Soccer. Wednesday morning, the university announced a multi-year education partnership with the professional soccer league.
SC State Association of Fire Chiefs honors firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty
The South Carolina State Association of Fire Chiefs and other members of the state's fire service gathered Wednesday to remember firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty. The ceremony was held Wednesday morning at the SC Fallen Firefighters Memorial.
Sheriff Lott: Fort Jackson soldier charged with assault and battery for incident in the Summit community
A viral video has drawn the attention of the Richland County Sheriff's Department and Fort Jackson. The video shows an altercation between a white man and a black man in front of a home in the Summit, a neighborhood in northeast Richland County. Sheriff Leon Lott is holding a press conference Wednesday to update the community on their investigation into the incident.
OCSO: Woman charged for plot to kill 17-year-old boy
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office says they arrested a woman and charged her with conspiracy after an investigation revealed that she had a plot to kill a 17-year-old boy in March.
Prisma offers vaccine through Saturday at Gamecock Park, Sumter Civic center
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- You can get your coronavirus vaccine at Gamecock Park on National Guard Road every day through Saturday from 8 to 5pm. If that doesn't work around your schedule, you…
