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Comedian brings laughs to Segra Park Friday

Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- 2020 has been a rough, unpredictable and in some cases devastating year for many not just here in the Palmetto state but across the country and the world as…

OCSO announce additional arrest in Academy Lane fatal shooting

On Wednesday, the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office announced that an additional arrest has been made in connection with a fatal shooting that took place on Academy Lane on November 9.

DHEC experts say it could take months before most South Carolinians can get a COVID-19 vaccine

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Several companies are on the doorstep of getting federal approval for their COVID-19 vaccines, but South Carolina experts say it could take some time before everyone can get their…

Police say the holidays are a prime time for car break-ins

Columbia police want to make sure thieves don't turn your happy holidays into a blue Christmas. Wednesday afternoon, police and other law enforcement as well as city officials held a news conference asking Midlands residents to be aware of items you leave in your car. Police say the holidays are a prime time for car break-ins.

Seven officers inducted into SC Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame

Seven law enforcement officers were inducted into the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame on Wednesday.

RCSD: Suspect arrested, charged for string of armed robberies in the Midlands

Richland County deputies say they have arrested a suspect wanted for a string of armed robberies.

Columbia man sentenced to four years for firearms theft

According to U.S. Attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr., a Columbia man has been sentenced to four years in federal prison for the theft of firearms.

EdVenture welcoming families of first responders for free on Wednesdays

EdVenture Children's Museum is hosting a free "First Responder Appreciation Day," every Wednesday until the end of the year. First responders and their immediate families are invited to visit the museum for free.

Columbia man sentenced to nearly 22 years for role in 2017 home invasion

According to U.S. Attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr., a Columbia man has been sentenced to nearly 22 years in federal prison for his role in a Lexington home invasion.

SC Works Midlands hosting in-person job fair Thursday in Columbia

According to the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, SC Works Midlands is sponsoring an in-person job fair at the Dutch Square Mall.

Bomb threat at Mid Carolina Middle School in Newberry under investigation

Newberry County Sheriff's Office says they responded to a bomb threat at Mid Carolina Middle School on Tuesday morning.

68-year-old SC man arrested in Arkansas after 105 pounds of marijuana found during traffic stop

CONWAY, AR (WOLO) - Police in Arkansas have arrested a South Carolina man after officers found 105 pounds of marijuana in a car during a traffic stop. According to Conway Police, an officer noticed a vehicle traveling in the center…

SC Democrats call for an investigation into Sen. Lindsey Graham's discussions with Georgia's Secretary of State

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The South Carolina Democratic Party (SCDP) is calling for an ethical investigation into Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC)’s conversations with elections officials in Georgia, Arizona, and Nevada. This comes after…

Body of missing man found in waterway in Sumter

According to the Sumter County Sheriff's Office, authorities recovered the body of a man reported missing, from a waterway on Foxworth Mill Road. 59-year-old Burley Hudson had been reported missing on Monday.

City of Columbia leaders meet to discuss city coronavirus response

City of Columbia leaders say they need to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to battling the coronavirus.

40,000 pounds of potatoes delivered to CIU to be donated to those in need.

40,000 pounds of potatoes were delivered to Columbia International University Tuesday morning and were bagged by students. These bagged potatoes are being distributed to the community through Midlands churches and charities to help those in need.

14 new positive COVID-19 tests reported at UofSC

The University of South Carolina updated its coronavirus dashboard for the latest testing period from November 13-16.

SLED: Rembert man charged with assault at Sumter County club

Agents with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division say they arrested a man on Tuesday for an assault that occurred at a club in Sumter County earlier this month.

AP: University to get Apple store run by students

The University of South Carolina has announced that a store selling Apple products is coming to its campus in Columbia in early 2021, and will be managed largely by students as part of their curriculum.

AllSouth hosting food drive for Harvest Hope

AllSouth Federal Credit Union is fighting the problem of food insecurity in the Midlands by hosting a food drive for Harvest Hope Food Bank.

Four Lee County schools to be renamed

In an announcement released Monday, Lee County School District said they will be renaming four schools in the district currently named for Robert E. Lee. The four schools scheduled for name changes are West Lee Elementary, Lower Lee Elementary, Lee Central Middle and Lee Central High School.