CPD: Man charged with attempted murder after Friday shooting at Finlay Park
The Columbia Police Department says they arrested a man in connection with a shooting that took place Friday at Finlay Park.
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UPDATE: Lee County missing teen found safe
The Lee County Sheriff's Office says they are looking for a missing 16-year-old girl.
MLK Food Drive-Thru takes donations today
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- While this year's celebration will be virtual due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, you can still help honor Dr. Martin Luther King's legacy by helping local families in need. The 'Honor the Dream Food Drive' is…
Driver identified after fatal crash on Sharon Church Road in Swansea
The Lexington County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a fatal crash on Sharon Church Road in Swansea.
KCSO shuts down rumors of KKK violence
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Rumors circulating around Kershaw County Sunday about KKK activity on Highway 61 in Lugoff ahead of Wednesday's inauguration, caught the attention of the Kershaw County Sheriff's Office. On their Facebook page, Kershaw County Sheriff Lee Boan says there…
"Freedom of Speech" rally takes place at state house amid heightened security
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Several dozen demonstrators gathered at the state house Sunday afternoon for a "Freedom of Speech" rally. The demonstration took place after SC law enforcement agencies such as the Columbia Police Department…
4,584 new cases of Covid-19, 76 confirmed deaths in SC Sunday
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Sunday, DHEC reported 4,584 new coronavirus cases in South Carolina. Another 76 South Carolinians died from the virus. Our state now has a total of 351,887 cases of Covid-19 since the pandemic began, and 5,654 confirmed deaths. According…
Prisma Health set to open two large scale Coronavirus Vaccination Sites
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Monday, Prisma Health says it is set to open two large-scale COVID-19 vaccination sites. The sites, located in Columbia and Greenville, are by appointment only. This comes days after Governor Henry McMaster announced that anyone 70-years-old and…
DHEC reports 4,671 new covid-19 cases, 64 deaths Saturday
Saturday, DHEC reported 4,671 new cases of covid-19 in South Carolina, and 64 new deaths.
DHEC urging people in the community to get tested for COVID-19 regularly
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- State Health officials are urging residents to continue to wear a mask and practice social distancing. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control says you should routinely getting tested if you're regularly out in the…
DHEC says vaccine supplies too low to include certain groups
Myrtle Beach,SC (WPDE) --- Leaders with the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) say supplies are too low to include people ages 65 or older in vaccination efforts…
SC Statehouse closed through inauguration as threats of violence spread nationwide
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The South Carolina Statehouse is closing for five days after the FBI warned capitols in every U.S. state could be targets for violence. Police on Friday didn't share any specific threats to the Statehouse, if there…
Governor asks SC hospitals to cut down on elective procedures
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster asked hospitals to cut down on elective procedures Friday because of staffing shortages stemming from the coronavirus pandemic. The governor said virus testing operations and increased public demand for vaccinations, plus…
Columbia Police investigating shooting incident at Finlay Park
The Columbia Police Department says they are investigating a shooting incident that took place Friday afternoon at Finlay Park.
Big Red Barn in Blythewood opens Warrior PATHH program to assist combat veterans
The Big Red Barn in Blythewood opened up their first Warrior PATHH program, which stands for Progressive Alternative Training for Healing Heroes.
City officials provide update on their preparations leading to Inauguration Day
For the next several days there will be a stepped up law enforcement presence both inside and outside the State House, out of caution ahead of the inauguration.
Health officials call on everyone to do their part to prevent the spread of COVID-19
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is calling on everyone in the state to help prevent the record increase and spread of coronavirus.
LCSD searching for two men accused of stealing catalytic converters
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says they are looking for two men suspected of stealing catalytic converters from vehicles.
RCSD asking for help identifying a suspect who robbed a Dollar General
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect accused of an armed robbery at a Dollar General
Lexington woman sentenced to nine year in prison for meth, firearm charges
According to U.S. Attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr., a woman was sentenced to nine years in federal prison after pleading guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.
Sumter PD: Woman wanted in connection with an armed robbery at a Broad Street motel
Sumter Police say a 19-year-old woman is wanted in connection with an attempted armed robbery on Thursday.
State and local law enforcement increasing security at the State House leading to Inauguration Day
With the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden happening next week, you can expect increased security at the State House. The South Carolina Department of Public Safety, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, Columbia Police Department and Richland County Sheriff’s Department say they are working together.
Prisma Health to open two large-scale COVID-19 vaccination sites in Columbia and Greenville on Monday
Beginning Monday, Prisma Health says it is opening two large-scale COVID-19 vaccination sites. The sites, located in Columbia and Greenville, are by appointment only.
South Carolina hires four new football coaches Friday
The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees approved four new athletics contracts Friday morning, paving the way for an almost complete coaching staff.
OCSO seeking person of interest in pocketbook theft case
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office says they are looking for a person of interest in the theft of a pocketbook from a shopping cart. Deputies say the theft occurred on Tuesday night at a Walmart.
