OCSO: Third suspect arrested in connection with December home invasion
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office says a third suspect has been arrested in connection with a home invasion that took place on Neeses Highway.
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RCSD: St. Andrews Middle School student arrested after a gun was found in his backpack
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says 14-year-old was arrested Friday for carrying a firearm on school grounds.
Lexington man accused of setting and abandoning two building fires
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says a man is facing arson charges after he set and abandoned two building fires on Tuesday morning. Deputies say 28-year-old Corey Wayne Roscow has been charged with two counts of third degree arson.
The latest on Frank Martin's future at South Carolina
Multiple sources indicated to ABC Columbia on Friday morning that there's still been no decision made on the future of Frank Martin at South Carolina, though USC's administration could be quite divided on the issue.
Sumter Police release video of tractor trailer involved in fatal hit-and-run with missing woman
Sumter Police have released video of the tractor trailer that was involved in a fatal hit and run with a missing woman last week.
Mother of Ridgeway teen shot to death says 'no parent should have to go through this'
Fairfield County, SC (WOLO) --Candles lit, and tears flowing down the faces of family and friends trying to grasp the loss of a life gone too soon. "I was woke to a call…
Riverbanks Zoo acts quick to get anti-venom to Raleigh, saving man bit by venomous snake
The Riverbanks Zoo was able to help save the life of a North Carolina man after he was bitten by his pet. Officials in Raleigh say, on Sunday, the man was bitten by his pet Green Mamba, a highly venomous snake.
SC National Guard displays Apache Helicopter on UofSC's campus
A military helicopter touched down on the University of South Carolina's campus Thursday afternoon. UofSC's ROTC program, in partnership with the South Carolina National Guard, displayed an Apache Helicopter at Blatt Field.
Stop and smell the flowers at the Midlands Spring Plant and Flower Sale this weekend
Spring is in the air, and the Midlands Spring Plant and Flower Sale is back at the South Carolina State Farmers Market. The four day sale will run from April 8-10 from 8 a.m.-6-pm. and from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on April 11.
Columbia Police looking for two men accused of threatening a couple with guns
The Columbia Police Department says they are looking for two men accused of threatening a couple with guns on the 1500 block of Main Street. Police say the incident occurred on March 21 around 9:30 p.m.
Officials break ground on new office building in the BullStreet District
There are some new neighbors coming to the BullStreet District. Thursday afternoon, city leaders and others broke ground on what will become WestLawn, a five story, 79,000 square foot office building.
Blythewood HS senior receives college scholarship for e-sports
A Midlands high school student has earned a college scholarship for playing video games. On Thursday, Blythewood High School announced Jacob Gavel received a scholarship to play e-sports at Columbia College in Columbia, Missouri.
TopGolf coming to Williams-Brice Stadium in April!
From April 8-11, you can buy tickets to play TopGolf in Williams-Brice Stadium. Spectator tickets are $10, and players tickets start at $40. The TopGolf experience will be conveniently located next to the drive-thru fair food event at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds.
Sumter PD now considering death of missing woman as hit-and-run with a tractor trailer
The Sumter Police Department says their investigation has lead them to believe that the death of Rebecca Brown was a result of a hit-and-run involving a tractor trailer.
Columbia Police investigating assault on Harden Street, release surveillance video
The Columbia Police Department says they are investigating an assault that occurred on the 800 block of Harden Street on March 18.
UofSC School of Music to honor Pontiac Elementary teacher with "Concert Truck" series performance
A local Richland teacher is being honored by the University of South Carolina's School of Music as part of its "Celebrating Local Heroes with the Concert Truck" series. Pontiac Elementary School teacher Lisa Rayner will be one of 10 teachers across the state honored for their teaching efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Kershaw County Sheriff Lee Boan voices opposition to further action on gun control
One member of local law enforcement is weighing in on renewed calls for further action on gun control. Kershaw County Sheriff Lee Boan released a statement on his Facebook page.
Prisma Health offering COVID-19 vaccine at multiple Midlands locations this week
Prisma Health is offering the COVID-19 vaccine at Gamecock Park on National Guard Road today through Saturday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. You can also get your shot at the Sumter County Civic Center on West Liberty Street from 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Gamecocks announce Garnet and Black spring game plans
The Gamecock football team will conclude its 2021 spring practice with the annual Garnet and Black Spring Game on Saturday, April 24. Game time has been set for 2 pm and the game will be televised on SEC Network+.
West Columbia PD hosting annual Spring Break Food Drive this Saturday
The West Columbia Police Department is hosting its annual Spring Break Food Drive this Saturday. It will be at KJ's Market on Augusta Road from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Fairfield Co. Sheriff: Trailer theft suspect arrested, charged with 16 counts of grand larceny
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office says a man has been arrested and charged with 16 counts grand larceny.
CDC says they see COVID cases increase in parts of country
(CNN) --- Across the nation, there are trends showing declines in COVID-19 rates at the beginning of the year have stalled. Now the head of the CDC says cases are increasing in some…
DHEC says some people are not returning for their second vaccine dose
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Don't wait and just as important, don't forget to get your second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. That is the message coming from the Department of Health and…
Senate committee settles on official version of SC flag
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO, AP) - A senate subcommittee has passed a bill that would designate an official state flag. South Carolina doesn't have a standard design and there are many versions of the iconic palmetto tree and crescent flag.…
City of Columbia Ballet brings classic Cinderella to Koger Center of the Arts
Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---It's the classic tale of boy meets girl, girl runs from boy and is found again thanks to her glass slipper and a fairy godmother. This the story is being…
