RCSD UPDATE: Man with medical needs reported missing, now found safe
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is looking for a missing man who walked out of the NHC Nursing Facility on Parklane Road Monday morning.
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USC PD, Crimestoppers asking for information about vehicle tampering, thefts in Greek Village area
The University of South Carolina Law Enforcement Division and Midlands Crimestoppers are asking for information about a string of more than 20 incidents of vehicle tampering and thefts that occurred in the Greek Village area of campus.
Columbia man sentenced to over eight years in prison after pleading guilty to firearm charge
According to Acting United States Attorney M. Rhett DeHart, a Columbia man was sentenced to over eight years in federal prison after pleading guilty to a firearm charge.
Police searching for car after Five Points hit and run
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Columbia police are searching for a black Dodge Charger with blue LED headlights and a rear spoiler following a hit and run Saturday night on the 700 block of Harden St. Investigators say the car struck a…
Wrong way driver killed in collision on U.S. Hwy. 301 in Orangeburg
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says one driver died after driving in the wrong lane overnight and hitting a vehicle on U.S. Hwy. 301.
SC State Trooper charged with aggravated assault, fired from SCHP
COLUMBIA (WOLO): A South Carolina State Trooper was fired from his job Saturday after an assault against a man in Lexington. An incident report from Lexington County Sheriff's Deputies says it happened around 11:30 p.m. Friday at a home on…
654 cases of COVID-19, 35 deaths in SC Sunday
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Sunday, DHEC announced 654 new cases of COVID-19, and 35 new deaths in South Carolina. The state has now reported a total of 459,417 cases of the virus, and 7,953 South Carolinians have died. Of the 20,445 most…
Have you checked your receipt? Reasons why your Grocery bill may be going up
COLUMBIA , SC (WOLO)-- If you think your grocery bill is higher , you may be right. According to USDA data, food prices are the highest they've been in nearly ten years and they could…
City of Columbia Parks and Rec announce phased re-openings of parks, pools and more
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready to play ball! The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department has announced it's re-opening phase for City parks and amenities beginning May 3, 2021. The reopening…
DHEC reports 720 new Coronavirus cases and 9 deaths in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Saturday, reported 720 new confirmed cases of COVID-19. DHEC also reported an additional 9 confirmed deaths in South Carolina. State Health officials say the percentage positive was 4.9%.…
Grab that Mask- City of Columbia has extended mask ordinance for another 60 days
Columbia, SC (WOLO)--If you're headed into the City of Columbia this weekend, grab that mask. Earlier this week, City Council voted to extend the emergency mask ordinance. While the extension lasts sixty days,…
Columbia Fireflies host job fair at Segra Park today
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Grab those resumes, the Columbia fireflies are hosting a job fair this Saturday to fill some fun game day positions. Interviews will take place at…
Gas price spike, plus pizza and Pac-Man in this Consumer Update
(CNN) (WOLO)-- From the latest on the jump in Gas prices in the Midlands, to a new limited edition Pizza Hut Pac-Man box, Crysty Vaughan has the latest in this Consumer News update.…
St. Peter's Catholic Church requests donations for 35th Annual Easter Banquet
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A local church wants to make sure everyone has access to Easter fun and a good meal. St. Peter's Catholic Church and the St. Vincent dePaul Society is holding its 35th Annual Easter Banquet for the…
Lexington Police looking for at-risk teen last seen late Thursday night
The Lexington Police Department is asking for your help locating an at-risk teen who was last seen around midnight last night.
New health care facility serving Columbia College and surrounding community, now open
A new health center is now open in the Midlands. Columbia Community Family Practice will provide primary and preventative services to students of Columbia College and the surrounding community. They will also provide mental health counseling.
You can rent gardening equipment with your Richland Library card!
Spring officially begins Saturday, and if you're looking to enhance your garden, the Richland Library may be able to help! They've added new equipment to the library of gardening equipment that will help both experts and newcomers get the most out of the growing season.
SCHP: Man arrested for leaving the scene of a fatal collision in Blythewood
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says one man is arrested for leaving the scene of a fatal collision in Blythewood on Thursday.
RCSD: Additional arrest made in Capital City Cycles shooting
According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, an additional arrest has been made in connection with the shooting at Capital City Cycles on March 11.
Sumter PD: Man arrested for jewelry theft, driver facing drug charge
According to the Sumter Police Department, two men are facing charges after one of them was accused of taking jewelry from several stores and attempting to sell the merchandise to other stores.
SLED: Sumter County woman charged with voluntary manslaughter in child's death
According to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, a Sumter County woman has been arrested in connection with the death of a minor. Authorities say Sharma Ladile Harris, 37, is accused of disconnecting a medical ventilator deemed necessary to assist with the child's breathing.
Family's pet dies after a house fire on North Edisto Road in Lexington
Lexington County firefighters say a family's pet has died after an early morning house fire today on North Edisto Road.
Boil water advisory at Zimalcrest Drive due to water main break
Columbia Police Department says an overnight water main break has blocked Zimalcrest Drive near The Grove at St. Andrews this morning.
SC lawmaker criticized by fellow Dems on transgender bill
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Twenty-three South Carolina Republicans have signed onto a measure aimed at blocking hormonal treatments for transgender youth. But the bill's chief sponsor is a Democrat, prompting intense scrutiny from within his own party. Last week, lawmakers…
Richland County Sheriff's Deputy injured during training accident
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a sheriff's deputy was injured after she accidentally fired her gun during a training exercise Thursday.
