Sheriff Leon Lott sworn in for seventh term as Richland County Sheriff
For the past 24 years, Leon Lott has been the Sheriff of Richland County and Tuesday, he was sworn in for four more. This will be Sheriff Lott's seventh term.
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Prisma Health administering monoclonal antibody treatment to high-risk COVID-19 patients
Prisma Health is administering the monoclonal antibody treatment to high-risk COVID-19 patients in the Midlands and the Upstate.
UPDATE: Sumter man found safe after being reported missing
The Sumter Police Department says they are searching for a missing man last seen at his friend's home on David Court on December 31.
KCSO arrests two individuals in connection with convenience store burglary
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office says two men have been charged for a convenience store burglary that took place on White Pond Road Monday morning.
Sumter PD: Additional murder charge filed against suspect from November shooting
According to the Sumter Police Department, an additional murder charge has been filed against the suspect from a November 10 shooting that left three dead.
Harvest Hope CEO Wendy Broderick passes away
On Tuesday, Harvest Hope Food Bank announced that their Chief Executive Officer, Wendy Broderick passed away.
Lexington Two extends virtual learning period through January 15
On Tuesday, Lexington School District Two announced that students will have a two week virtual learning period that runs from January 4-15.
Fairfield County Coroner releases the identity of a man who died in a motor vehicle accident on I-77 last week
Fairfield County Coroner Chris Hill released the identity of a man who died after a motor vehicle accident on I-77 on December 30.
Riverbanks Zoo offering "Free Fridays" for Richland and Lexington County residents through February
If you live in Richland County or Lexington County, the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is giving you free admission every Friday throughout this month and February.
Save lives at the ABC Columbia Blood Drive today!
You can help save lives today through the ABC Columbia Blood Drive with the American Red Cross.
Heisman Trophy Preview: Loads of offense in four finalists
Two Alabama teammates, quarterback Mac Jones and wide receiver DeVonta Smith, join Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence and Florida quarterback Kyle Trask as the finalists for the 86th annual Heisman Trophy. The winner will be announced Tuesday.
OCSO: Vehicle stolen outside BP station on St. Matthews Road
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office says a vehicle was stolen Monday night outside the BP gas starion on St. Matthews Road near I-26. Authorities say the incident occurred just before 9 p.m.
Richland School District Two hosting virtual teacher career fair Saturday
Richland School District Two announced that they are hosting their annual teacher career fair on Saturday. This year the event will be virtual.
Newberry County Sheriff Lee Foster & wife test positive for COVID-19
Newberry County Sheriff Lee Foster says he and his wife have recently tested positive for COVID-19 amid the pandemic.
CPD: Pedestrian killed in vehicle collision on North Beltline Boulevard
The Columbia Police Department is investigating a fatal vehicle collision that killed a pedestrian on North Beltline Boulevard.
Deadly new year on South Carolina roadways
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The new year's holiday turned was a deadly one on South Carolina roadways. The South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP) announced nine people died in accidents between six p-m new year's…
Henderson helps No. 5 South Carolina beat Alabama 77-60
Destanni Henderson had 20 points, eight rebounds and five assists to lead No. 5 South Carolina to a 77-60 victory over Alabama on Monday night.
Columbia Fire Chief gets first of two doses of COVID-19 vaccine
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Columbia- Richland Fire Chief Aubrey Jenkins has been given the coronavirus vaccine. The man who has spent years protecting South Carolinians, is one step closer to having another…
BREAKING: Orangeburg Co. Fire Services: Abandoned home where a body was discovered in a freezer days ago has been burned to the ground
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is investigating after, they say, a body was discovered in a freezer at an abandoned home in Norway.
School districts return to virtual learning after winter break
Monday was the first day back to school after a long holiday break for many local school districts. Eleven of those have opted to move to virtual learning at least until Friday, as they work to slow the spread of covid-19.
Lexington man arrested on charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of a Lexington man for charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor.
CPD: Man arrested after being accused of scamming victim out of over $300,000
The Columbia Police Department says they arrested a man who is accused of scamming a victim out of over $300,000.
Columbia City Council to host public meeting regarding new zoning map
The City of Columbia City Council will host a public meeting about adoption of a new city-wide zoning map that corresponds with the newly adopted Uniform Development Ordinance.
SLED investigating officer involved shooting with Chester County deputy
Officers with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division say they are investigating an officer involved shooting that took place in Chester County on Sunday afternoon.
RCSD asking for help identifying suspect from an assault and robbery at the Kroger on Two Notch Road
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a man who, they say, assaulted another man and stole gift cards he was attempting to purchase.
