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Statehouse leaders argue against Columbia's school mask mandate
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The heads of both chambers of the South Carolina Statehouse have taken issue with the city of Columbia's school mask mandate and have asked the State Attorney General to take action. A…
VACCINE HESITANCY: Why are the numbers so low in Midlands counties?
In Richland County, the vaccination rate is slightly above the state average. However, in a few Midlands counties, the rates are well below that average.
UPDATE: Man shot outside Waffle House on Two Notch has died
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating a shooting they say took place outside the Waffle House in the 7500 block of Two Notch Road.
More than 750 tons of dirt delivered to CLA as it transforms ahead of the Professional Bull Riders tour
This weekend, the top bull riders in the country are bucking into the Midlands. Before the intense action gets underway, the Colonial Life Arena underwent an intense transformation.
Lexington PD: Daycare employee facing additional charges after investigation into assaults of children
The Lexington Police Department provided an update on their investigation into a daycare employee accused of assaulting children in her care.
Lexington Medical Center updates hospital visitation policies
With the recent rise of COVID-19 cases locally, Lexington Medical Center is updating its hospital visitation policies.
Columbia Police Department makes arrest after seizing firearm during traffic stop
The Columbia Police Department says they arrested a man after a gun was seized during a traffic stop.
National Night Out with Orangeburg DPS rescheduled for next week
The Orangeburg Department of Public Safety rescheduled their National Night Out event for next Thursday, August 22.
City of Columbia cancels "End of Summer Teen Pool Party"
The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department says it cancelled the "End of Summer Teen Pool Party" scheduled for this evening.
SCSO: Suspect turns themself in after shooting in the Town of Ridge Spring
The Saluda County Sheriff's Office says there was a shooting on Merritt Avenue in the Town of Ridge Spring.
Columbia man pleads guilty to firearm charge in federal court
According to Acting United States Attorney for the District of South Carolina M. Rhett DeHart, a gang member from Columbia plead guilty to a federal firearm charge.
Lexington County deputies asking for help finding missing woman
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is asking for the community's help to find a missing woman.
SC Tax Free weekend begins today
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- It's officially the start of the tax free weekend here in South Carolina. This means that lengthy list of items your children need as they get ready…
FBI Columbia to host Civil Rights & Hate Crimes Symposium
FBI Columbia is hosting a public Civil Rights & Hate Crime Symposium in SC this month and in September.
Triage tents go back up as COVID cases continue rising
By Zach Wilcox and WMBF News Staff Published: Aug. 4, 2021 at 5:35 PM UTC|Updated: 13 hours ago CONWAY, S.C. (WMBF) – The COVID-19 tents at Conway Medical Center are going back…
City of Columbia's passing of school mask mandate sparks debate
Governor Henry McMaster’s office has been very clear that any mask mandate in schools goes against state law. Mayor Steve Benjamin says his mandate of masks in elementary and middle schools does not violate state law since the city plans to provide the masks. Yet some parents are not happy with the decision.
Local Living: Take the family to downtown Newberry for an event Friday, PBR tour bucks into Colonial Life Arena and more!
Local Living: Take the family to downtown Newberry for an event Friday, PBR tour bucks into Colonial Life Arena and more!
Orangeburg lottery winner declares "FINANCIAL FREEDOM" after winning $300,000
A woman from Orangeburg won $300,000 playing the South Carolina Education Lottery.
AllSouth Federal Credit Union kicks off food drive Monday
Officials from AllSouth Federal Credit Union say will host a food drive to help fight hunger in the community with Harvest Hope.
State education department hires former Lexington-Richland 5 superintendent
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The South Carolina Department of Education announced Thursday it has hired former Lexington-Richland 5 Superintendent Dr. Christina Melton. Melton resigned suddenly in June after having been named the Superintendent of the Year. The former superintendent will…
Sumter PD looking for missing woman last seen leaving a business of South Pike West
UPDATE: The Sumter Police Department says Stacy Melissa Stevens was located and is safe.
Columbia man pleads guilty to being a felon in possession of ammunition
According to Acting United States Attorney for the District of South Carolina M. Rhett DeHart, a Columbia man plead guilty to being a felon in possession of ammunition.
Governor's Office releases statement after Columbia City Council approves state of emergency
Governor's Office responds after Columbia City Council approves state of emergency.
Columbia City Council approves state of emergency ordinance regarding spread of the Delta variant
Columbia City Council approves Mayor Steve Benjamin's declaration of a state of emergency.
