Sumter PD looking for man who peered through a window of an occupied home
The Sumter Police Department says they are looking for a man who was seen looking through the window of an occupied home last month.
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Expect noise as Fort Jackson conducts live fire training this week
If you hear some big booms coming from Fort Jackson this week, there is no need to be alarmed. Officials with Fort Jackson say the base will be conducting live fire training on the base including tanks and mortars for the rest of the week.
Police testify in the murder trial of USC student Samantha Josephson
Wednesday marks day two in the trial of Nathaniel Rowland, the man accused of kidnapping and killing a University of South Carolina student in 2019. First to testify Wednesday was a turkey hunter who initially found Josephson's body in Clarendon County. The court also heard from law enforcement who responded to the scene where the body was found.
Highway Patrol still looking for driver of truck that may have info about collision that killed a 10-year-old
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is still investigating a collision that killed a 10-year-old girl earlier this month. Authorities say the driver of a dark colored pickup truck might have information on the collision.
SCHP: One person dies after three vehicle collision on I-77 in Richland County
Troopers say one person is dead after a three vehicle collision in Richland County on Tuesday.
No one injured as Columbia Fire crews put out fire at vacant house on Two Notch Road
On Tuesday night, the Columbia Fire Department says crews were dispatched to the 7300 block of Two Notch Road for a house fire. Officials say the home was vacant, and there were no injuries.
Orangeburg man pleads guilty to shooting Cayce police officers in 2017
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson says an Orangeburg man pleaded guilty Tuesday to shooting two Cayce police officers in 2017.
Driver dies after hitting a utility pole on Cope Road in Orangeburg
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal collision on Tuesday in Orangeburg at Cope Road.
Trial continues today for man suspected of murdering USC Student Samantha Josephson
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The trial continues today for the man suspected of murdering a USC student who got into the wrong car, thinking it was her Uber ride. Nathaniel Rowland is…
Comet gets $2.9 million dollar grant to help go green
(ABC News) --- The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority is in the fast lane to going green. The COMET bus system has been chosen to get nearly $3 million dollars thanks to a grant from the Federal Transit Administration's Low…
Columbia City Council discusses the local vaccination effort
Columbia City Council met this afternoon and discussed the COVID-19 vaccination effort. Officials say they believe the city and Richland County have been doing their part to spread the word about the availability and accessibility of the vaccine.
SC Works Santee-Lynches hosting job fair for several employers Wednesday
SC Works Santee-Lynches is hosting a job fair for several employers on Wednesday.
Local Living: Fun for the whole family coming to Colonial Life Arena this summer!
Local Living: Fun for the whole family coming to Colonial Life Arena this summer!
CPD: Two teens arrested during investigation into shooting outside vape shop on Two Notch Road
During their investigation into last month's fatal shooting at a vape shop, the Columbia Police Department says they arrested two teens.
Live Update: Opening arguments begin in trial of man accused of murdering USC student Samantha Josephson
Opening arguments begin in the trial for the death of USC student Samantha Josephson
SC Works hosting hiring event to Brighter Future Employment Services
SC Works Midlands is hosting a hiring event for Brighter Future Employment Services tomorrow.
UofSC selects recruiter to help with search for next university president
The University of South Carolina has selected a recruiter to assist with its presidential search.
Sumter PD still looking for man wanted for a shooting after a gun deal
The Sumter Police Department still needs your help to find a teenager, after a firearm deal led to a shooting.
LCSD looking for person who went in an elementary school without permission multiple times
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is looking for an individual they say went inside Saxe Gotha Elementary School without permission. Investigators say they would like to talk to this person about some missing archery and music equipment.
Trial starts for man accused in Uber rider’s death
Opening arguments are expected Tuesday in the trial of a man accused of killing the South Carolina woman who mistook his car for her Uber ride.
SCSO: Wedgefield woman charged with arson after setting clothes on fire just outside a residence
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a woman was charged with arson after she caused over $5,000 worth of damage to a residential property she lives at.
Richland Library to host Gamecocks for annual Pigskin Poets event
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The Richland Library is teaming up with the Gamecocks for the 25th annual Pigskin Poets. This year the event is online. This Wednesday, July 21 from 10:30 to 10:45am you can grab your…
City of Columbia, SC DHEC & Prisma Health to offer free COVID-19 vaccinations
The City of Columbia, SC DHEC & Prisma Health will offer free COVID-19 vaccinations at city operated facilities this month and next month.
Benedict College to offer bachelor's degree in E-sports
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- It would be pretty amazing if you could go college and get a degree by playing video games. If that's sounds too good to be true, you're right,…
2 unrelated drug busts lead to seizure of meth, heroin, marijuana
Sumter, SC (WOLO) -- The Sumter County Sheriff's Department have seized drugs and thousands of dollars after executing search warrants during two separate drug busts. Sumter County investigators say during the…
