CPD looking for man wanted for multiple vehicle break-ins
The Columbia Police Department says they are looking for a man who is wanted for breaking into two vehicles and taking items on Saturday.
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State leaders discuss ways to improve distribution of COVID-19 vaccine in the state
On Tuesday, state lawmakers and health leaders in the state discussed ways to improve the overall distribution of the vaccine. Representatives from Prisma Health and the Medical University of South Carolina met with the Legislative Oversight Committee.
Sumter County Coroner identifies victim from fatal collision last Thursday
Sumter County Coroner Robbie Baker has released the identity of a man who died after a motor vehicle accident on February 11.
WATCH LIVE: Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin delivers his final State of the City address
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin delivered his final State of the City address on Tuesday evening. Mayor Benjamin announced that he would not seek re-election on February 4.
Columbia City Council withdraws amendment that would increase fines for non-mask wearers
The City of Columbia Council met Tuesday afternoon, and the coronavirus was at the top of the agenda. The council decided to withdraw an amendment which would increase the fine to $500 for repeat non-mask offenders.
West Columbia Riverwalk temporarily closed due to flooding
The rain over the past few days did cause some flooding in the Midlands. Tuesday morning, the City of West Columbia announced the West Columbia Riverwalk and Amphitheatre were temporarily closed due to flooding.
Pedestrian dies after being struck by vehicle on Leesburg Road
According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, a pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle travelling along Leesburg Road.
SLED: Orangeburg County woman charged with attempted murder after striking two people with vehicle
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division says an Orangeburg County is being charged with attempted murder for a May 28, 2020 incident in which she hit two people with her vehicle.
Former Newberry County deputy charged with submitting false statements to receive unemployment benefits
According to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, a former deputy with the Newberry County Sheriff's Office faces charges for submitting false statements in order to obtain unemployment benefits while he was working full time with the Sheriff's Office.
Lexington County Chili Cookoff to take place Sunday
Get ready for this year's Lexington County Chili Cookoff and music fest! The event kicks off this Sunday from 12-5 p.m. at the Icehouse Amphitheater on West Main Street.
Support SC Special Olympics by taking the Polar Plunge this Saturday
You're invited to take a plunge for a good cause! The Gamecock Polar Plunge starts at noon this Saturday, at the Maxcy Gregg Pool on Blossom Street in Columbia.
Adams Northeast A.M.E. Church offering free COVID-19 tests on Saturday
This Saturday, Adams Northeast A.M.E. is offering free COVID-19 testing to the public. Tests will be administered at the church located at 409 Longtown Road in Columbia, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Donate blood to save lives at Columbia VA's "Go Red" Blood Drive
You can donate blood to save lives at Columbia VA's "Go Red" Blood Drive on Garners Ferry Road on Wednesday.
Police standoff at Columbia hotel ends with arrest
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Late Monday night Columbia Police ended a standoff with a man barricaded inside a hotel room for around nine hours. CPD negotiators were on scene at the InTown Suites in the Harbison area. Managers of the…
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin to deliver final State of the City address Tuesday
Columbia mayor Steve Benjamin will deliver his final State of the City address Tuesday. The virtual address will take place Tuesday night at 6 p.m.
More than one-thousand veterans vaccinated at Colonial Life Arena Monday
Colonial Life Arena transformed Monday to host and vaccinate more than one-thousand local veterans, thanks to a partnership between the Columbia VA Health Care System and the University of South Carolina.
Columbia City Council to discuss increasing fines for repeat mask offenders
Repeat mask offenders in Columbia could face fines of up to $500. At Tuesday's City Council meeting, Columbia City Council members will consider an amendment to the city's mask mandate that would include increasing fines for those not wearing masks in public.
You can help a former Midlands law enforcement officer in his battle against ALS
Tacauma Lettsome, a former law enforcement officer in the Midlands, was diagnosed with ALS in March last year, and his family is asking for your help. They're hoping for donations on their GoFundMe page to help cover the cost of his medical bills while he was in the hospital since the end of December.
Newberry Coroner identifies victim from fatal collision on Seibert Road Friday
The Newberry County Coroner's Office identified the victim of a fatal collision on Friday.
Gamecock Park vaccination site to re-open Tuesday after being temporarily closed for rain
Officials with Prisma Health say they will re-open the COVID-19 vaccination site located at Gamecock Park near Williams-Brice Stadium on Tuesday. This comes after the site was temporarily closed, with appointments moved to Prisma Health Baptist Hospital on Monday due to rain.
CPD on scene at InTowne Suites where a man refuses to leave his room
The Columbia Police Department says they are on the scene with negotiators at InTowne Suites on Columbiana Drive, where a man refuses to leave his hotel room.
Camden HS student dies after vehicle crash on White Pond Road
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person was killed in an early morning accident in Kershaw County Monday.
Richland One elementary students to begin four days of in-person learning per week
Richland School District One says starting Tuesday, elementary school students will have four days of in-person learning. Parents of hybrid students that want their children to continue with e-learning will have that option.
Mission Lexington closed for the week due to COVID-19 exposure
Leaders with Mission Lexington say the care center will be closed for the rest of the week due to COVID-19 exposure.
Fairfield Co. Coroner identifies victim from fatal vehicle accident on SC 200
Fairfield County Coroner Chris Hill released the name of the victim who died in a motor vehicle accident on SC 200 on February 5.
