CPD coordinating with other agencies to prepare for potential events leading to Inauguration Day
Columbia Police say they are working with state and federal law enforcement to monitor events leading up to and including Inauguration Day.
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Vaccine set to roll out to all South Carolinians aged 70 or older Wednesday
A vaccination deadline set last week by Governor McMaster is quickly approaching. Now distribution in our state is in high gear, as the vaccine is set to become more widely available to elderly South Carolinian's this week.
Dominion Energy SC to test sirens at Lake Murray Dam today
Dominion Energy SC will conduct the annual test of its Lake Murray Dam inundation sirens in Richland and Lexington Counties today at Noon.
No plan in 2021 for lawmakers to allow for local removal of confederate monuments
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Republican South Carolina legislative leaders are unlikely this year to give permission to local governments or colleges who want to take down Confederate statues or rename buildings honoring segregationists. House Speaker Jay Lucas and Senate President…
Prices at the Pump jump in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Prices at the pump are on the rise this week. According to Gas Buddy, prices in Columbia are now averaging $2.05 a gallon. This weeks average is 14 cents per gallon…
Columbia police notified about potential armed demonstrations
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--A spokesperson for the Columbia Police Department confirms it has been notified by the FBI via SLED about potential armed demonstrations between now and the inauguration. In addition, according to reports the FBI has received information in recent…
Richland One announces meal distribution plan for students during virtual learning period
Richland School District One is providing free meals to students during the districts two week virtual learning period.
Protesters gather outside the office of Rep. Joe Wilson, call for impeachment of the president
Protestors gathered outside of Congressman Joe Wilson's office in West Columbia Monday afternoon.
Richland Co. Sheriff Leon Lott holds press conference to address 2020 murders
Sheriff Leon Lott held a press conference Monday to discuss murders from the past year in Richland County. During 2020, there were 22 murder victims in Richland County, with two cases remaining unsolved.
CPD: Woman wanted for attempted murder turns herself in
The Columbia Police Department says a woman wanted for a December 26 stabbing turned herself in to police. Authorities say Mary Goodwin was wanted for attempted murder after she was accused of stabbing a female victim following an argument about a male.
Wilson opposes impeachment as Biden inauguration nears
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- As demonstrators gathered outside of his office on Sunset Blvd. in West Columbia calling for the impeachment of the president, Congressman Joe Wilson says now is not the time.…
RCSD looking for truck seen leaving the area of a shooting on Friday
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they are looking for a truck that was seen leaving the area of a shooting that occurred Friday afternoon.
Mayor Steve Benjamin partnering with multiple organizations to offer free small business webinar Tuesday
Mayor Steve Benjamin is partnering with the U.S. Conference of Mayors and American Management Services to host a free small business webinar on Tuesday at 12 p.m.
Richland School District One's free meal plan for students during virtual learning
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - Richland County School District One is providing free meals to students during the two week virtual learning period. You can pick up 7 days worth of meals this Wednesday…
Three men dead after shooting Sunday, Richland deputies investigating
COLUMBIA (WOLO)-- UPDATE: The Richland County Sheriff's Department says an investigation has determined that the three men were involved in a drug deal and robbery when they exchanged gunfire with each other. Deputies say no charges will be filed in…
BREAKING: Man arrested for murder, arson after two killed in Camden house fire Sunday
Camden Police are investigating a house fire that killed two people early Sunday morning.
Man found fatally shot in car early Sunday, Sumter police investigating
Police are investigating after finding a man fatally shot in a car around 4am Sunday morning.
3,667 new coronavirus cases, 48 deaths in SC Sunday
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Sunday, DHEC reported 3,667 new cases of Covid-19 in South Carolina, and 48 new confirmed deaths. The total number of cases in our state is now at 323,855 and 5,315 total deaths. Of the 12,821 most recent Covid-19…
Prisma Health restricting visitation due to increase in Coronavirus cases across SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Prisma Health has placed restrictions on patient visitation. On Friday, Prisma announced the move, which is in effect now. Prisma officials say it is due to growing Coronavirus cases across South Carolina. According to a release, broad…
Motorcyclist killed early Saturday morning on I-26 eastbound
A motorcyclist traveling eastbound on I-26 just before 1:00am Saturday when he was hit and killed by other vehicles. Lexington County Coroner, Margaret Fisher identified the man as 34-year-old Christopher James Prewitt.
DHEC reports 4,576 new cases of Covid-19, 52 new deaths Saturday
COLOMBIA (WOLO): Saturday, January 9th, DHEC reported 4,576 new cases of covid-19. 52 more South Carolinians have died. Of the 15,046 most recent tests given, 30.4% were reported positive. Since the pandemic began, South Carolina has reported 320,105 positive coronavirus…
Grab a bite! It's Restaurant Week
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you are looking to grab a bite this weekend, you can check out 'Restaurant Week'. The event gives you a chance to sample all the different menus right here…
DHEC hosting numerous free Coronavirus testing sites across SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is urging people to get tested for Coronavirus. DHEC has set up numerous testing sites across the State. These sites are located at various locations, and many are…
Deputies investigating shooting after two victims flagged down help
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -Two people were injured in a shooting Friday afternoon in Richland County. According to the Sheriff's Office, it happened around 2:30 p.m. on Green Springs Drive. Deputies arrived on scene and found two men suffering from gunshot…
Orangeburg County School District to resume sports without fans
The Orangeburg County School District says they will resume sporting events, without fans.
