Victim identified in multi-vehicle collision at Bethel Church Road in Newberry
The Newberry County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a multiple vehicle collision on April 23.
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One killed after a multi-vehicle collision on I-26 East in Newberry
The Newberry County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a multi-vehicle collision on I-26 East Monday.
SC Native 'Charlamagne Tha God' to host S.C. State commencement
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) -- Local native, radio talk show host, and philanthropist 'Charlamagne Tha God' had been tapped to deliver South Carolina State University’s Spring Commencement Ceremony on May 7, 2021. 'Charlamange…
South Carolina grows by double digits again, tops 5M people
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's population has grown by double-digit percentage points for the fifth decade in a row, but that wasn't enough for the state to add another U.S. House seat. The…
RCSD employee passes away from COVID-19 at age 55
On Monday, the Richland County Sheriff's Department announced the death of an employee due to COVID-19.
Shoe Drive Fundraiser supports local clean-up efforts, developing nations in need
Keep the Midlands Beautiful is on a mission to raise money and encourage South Carolinians to untie their sneakers and donate them to a good cause. Since beginning their Shoe Drive Fundraiser April 1st, shoes are already piling up across the Midlands.
Columbia attorney announces plans to run for Columbia City Council
A Columbia attorney is throwing her hat in the ring for a seat on Columbia City Council. Monday morning, Tina Herbert announced her plans to run to represent District One. That seat will be vacated by Sam Davis after his term ends in January.
Sumter County deputies announce arrest from Pilgrim's Pride shooting Monday morning
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a man has been arrested in connection with Monday morning's shooting at Pilgrims's Pride that sent a man to the hospital.
Calhoun County Sheriff's Office looking for missing man with mental health issues
UPDATE: The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office says Donell Brown was found safe in Orangeburg.
Columbia Municipal Court introducing "Spring Forward Amnesty Program" this May
On Monday, the Columbia Municipal Court announced that they will implement their new "Spring Forward Amnesty Program" on every Friday this May. The City of Columbia says this program will allow citizens with outstanding bench warrants or fines to settle their cases without being arrested.
More than 4,000 vaccines administered at the Columbia Place Mall so far
The Columbia Place Mall has reached a huge milestone in COVID-19 vaccinations. The South Carolina Emergency Management Division says more than 4,000 people received their shot at that site.
Lexington County Coroner releases name of victim from fatal collision Saturday
The Lexington County Coroner's Office released the identity of a woman killed in an accident over the weekend.
Sumter County Coroner identifies victim of fatal accident on Sunday
The Sumter County Coroner's Office has identified a woman killed in a fatal accident Sunday.
Lexington PD need help identifying suspect involved in Hobby Lobby shoplifting
The Lexington Police Department is asking for your help identifying a man they say was involved in a shoplifting incident at Hobby Lobby on April 10.
Saluda Co. deputies looking for man wanted in connection with utility trailer larceny
The Saluda County Sheriff's Office is asking for help identifying a man wanted in connection with the theft of a utility trailer.
Calhoun County deputies looking for two individuals who broke into St. Matthews BP Station
The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office is asking for help identifying two individuals who broke into a BP Station in St. Matthews early Saturday morning.
RCSD announces arrest of fourth juvenile for armed robbery of elderly woman in March
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they arrested a fourth juvenile in connection with the armed robbery of an elderly woman in March. Deputies say they placed a 16-year-old in custody on Friday, and he is being charged with armed robbery, grand larceny and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.
Revealing Word Ministries and family of missing Columbia teen hold prayer vigil for safe return
On Sunday evening, the family of a missing teenager, along with Revealing Word Ministries, held a prayer vigil in front of the Statehouse for her safe return. According to her family, 15-year-old Sanaa Amenhotep was last seen leaving her home in Northeast Columbia on April 5.
SCSO: One man seriously injured, one individual in custody after shooting incident at Pilgrim's Pride
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says deputies are currently on the scene of a shooting incident that is no longer active at Pilgrims Pride off of U.S. 15. Authorities say one man was seriously injured, and he is being taken to a hospital for treatment. Deputies say they have one individual in custody.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving invites you to "Walk Like MADD" this Saturday
You're invited to lace up your sneakers and "Walk Like MADD" for Mothers Against Drunk Driving. The event starts this Saturday at 5:30 p.m. at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy on Broad River Road in Columbia.
Early giving now open for Midlands Gives Day
You can give back to local non-profits in the eighth annual Midlands Gives Day fundraiser! The event starts May 4, but early giving is now open.
One dead after a tree collision on I-20 East in Richland County
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person is dead after a vehicle hit a tree on I-20 East on Sunday.
424 new cases of COVID-19, 16 deaths in SC Sunday
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Sunday, the Department of Health and Environmental Control announced another 424 cases of COVID-19. An additional 16 deaths were also reported. South Carolina now has a total of 479,207 cases of coronavirus since the pandemic began, and 8,304…
SLED investigating officer involved shooting in Charleston County
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. A deputy was shot, and a suspect was also wounded after a shooting Saturday in Charleston County. Officials say the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division are investigating an incident between a man and deputies from the Charleston…
Driver dead in single-vehicle accident Saturday morning in Sumter
COLUMBIA (WOLO): A single-vehicle accident early Saturday morning resulted in the death of the driver. The Sumter County Coroner's Office responded to the scene on Packs Landing Road, in the Rimini portion of Sumter County at about 2:53 am. Officials…
