Richland School District One extends e-learning through Jan. 29
Richland School District One is extending its e-learning period through January 29 during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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Driver dies after vehicle hit a tree and caught fire on U.S. Highway 1 in Kershaw
The Kershaw County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a collision where the vehicle caught fire on Tuesday.
COVID vaccine available for those 70 and older
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Tuesday the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) provided more details about how those over 70 can receive the COVID vaccine. The agency says those who qualify…
SC legislators say keeping South Carolinians safe is top priority for 2021 legislative session
Class is back in session at the State House, as today legislators kicked off the first day of the 2021 legislative session.
SC Legislative Session begins: Live Update from the State House
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tuesday, South Carolina Legislators kicked off the first day of the 2021 Legislative Session. ABC Columbia’s Lindsey Goodwin has an update on some issues at the top of the agenda…
AP: Complaint filed against SC AG over election challenge
Columbia, S.C. (AP)--South Carolina's top prosecutor is facing a disciplinary complaint, accused of supporting a ``false and frivolous'' lawsuit seeking to overturn the 2020 presidential election results. The filing by a Columbia attorney accuses Attorney General Alan Wilson and 16…
Victims found following Camden house fire identified
Camden, S.C. (WOLO)-- Kershaw Co. Coroner David West says two people whose bodies were found following a house fire in Camden were murdered. West says Steven and Nancy Hales both died due to homicide. The…
King Day at the Dome goes virtual in 2021
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Just like other annual events in Columbia in recent times, King Day at the Dome is going virtual. According to the South Carolina branch of the NAACP this year's event will take place on-line starting at 10am on…
UofSC investigating student's alleged participation in US Capitol assault
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The University of South Carolina is investigating reports that at least one student took part in last week's insurrection at the U.S. Capitol Building. The university released this statement Tuesday, "The…
RCSD asking for help identifying suspect who robbed a tire shop
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for help identifying a man accused of an armed robbery.
Spearman announces 2021 legislative priorities for Dept. of Education
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--State Superintendent of Education outlined her department's priorities for the upcoming legislative session. Spearman says her top priorities will be to ensure the health and wellness of all students…
Demonstrators take to the State House to protest mask mandates, while another group calls for statue removal
There were protesters at the State House Tuesday afternoon as demonstrators were seen holding up a sign that reads, "COVID IS NOT GOING AWAY, BUT OUR FREEDOMS HAVE."
Masters plans on limited attendance for April's golf major
The Masters Tournament announced on Tuesday that intends to limit attendance at April's tournament.
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.
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.
