Sumter man charged with harassment, domestic violence
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they arrested a man accused of threatening to shoot multiple people and pointing a gun at another individual on a later date.
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City of Columbia teaming up with Lexington Medical Center for COVID-19 vaccine effort
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The City of Columbia is teaming up with Lexington Medical Center for a COVID-19 vaccine clinic Wednesday. The clinic is at the Drew Wellness Center at 2101 Walker Solomon Way from 1…
New video and photo evidence from investigation into the death of Faye Swetlik expected to be released Friday
New information is expected to be released in the Faye Swetlik case this week. Cayce Police announced they will release new video and photo evidence in the investigation into the death of the six-year-old on Friday.
Gas prices in SC on the rise ahead of the July 4th weekend
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you are filling up for that July 4th trip, prices are going up ahead of the holiday. Gas prices here in the Midlands, and across the country are expected…
Man wanted for shooting a Coventry Lakes Drive home over social media argument
The Lexington Police Department is searching for a man accused of shooting at a Coverntry Lakes Drive home over social media dispute.
Tropical Storm Danny makes South Carolina coastal landfall
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO, AP) - Tropical Storm Danny has made landfall along the South Carolina coast and is threatening to dump rain around parts of the Southeast as it moves inland. Click here for ABC Columbia's Interactive Radar The National…
SC lawyer suspended for 6-months for Facebook posts
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's highest court has suspended the law license of an attorney for six months for Facebook posts the justices said used foul language and could incite racial conflict. The state Supreme Court also ordered lawyer…
More and More SC Drivers hitting the road for the July 4th weekend
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- More and more South Carolinians will be hitting the road for the July 4th weekend. AAA says more than 635,800 South Carolinians are expected to travel for the Independence Day holiday…
Initial deal struck to end South Carolina prison riot suits
South Carolina prison officials say they've reached the initial approval phase of a $6 million settlement to resolve dozens of lawsuits the Department of Corrections is facing following a deadly prison riot that killed seven inmates in 2018.
Local Living: Check out fireworks this Fourth of July weekend, State Museum open Sunday and more!
Local Living: Check out fireworks this Fourth of July weekend, State Museum open Sunday and more!
CPD: Two suspects charged in connection with multiple property crimes
The Columbia Police Department says two individuals have been charged in connection with multiple property crimes.
Richland County Coroner releases name of person killed in shooting on Cardamon Court Friday
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford released the name of a man who was killed in a shooting on Cardamon Court Friday.
Tropical Storm Danny forms off SC Coast
MIAMI (AP) -- Tropical Storm Danny has formed off South Carolina's coast, and forecasters say the storm is expected to dump several inches of rain on some parts of the Southeast once it heads inland. The fourth named storm of…
'Celebration of Liberty' honors Independence Day early at Midlands Church
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It was a Sunday of Red, White and Blue, an early independence celebration at one Columbia church. First Baptist Church of Columbia held its annual "Celebration of Liberty" event over…
Pedestrian struck and killed on U.S. 301 near Squirrel Run Lane Friday
On Friday, South Carolina Highway Patrol says a pedestrian was struck and killed by a car while walking on U.S. 301 near Squirrel Run Lane.
Tim Scott launches re-election campaign for U.S. Senate
U.S. Senator Tim Scott launched his re-election campaign today. The Republican met with supporters off Senate Street here in Columbia.
RCSD investigating after finding man dead in the parking lot of a hotel on Briargate Circle
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating after they say a man was found dead in the parking lot of the Economy Inn Saturday night.
RCSD: Woman accused of shooting a man during domestic incident Friday
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a woman has been accused of shooting a man during a domestic dispute on Friday.
American Airlines teams up with City of Columbia for vaccine incentive offer
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--This week you have a shot at entering to win the City’s new vaccination site offer. The summer travel season is here, and the City of Columbia has partnered with American Airlines to get more shots in arms.…
LPD: One man found fatally shot on Freedom Drive has been identified
The Lexington County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a shooting on the 100 block of Freedom Drive on Sunday.
Former Gamecock and NBA player Shaunzinski Gortman hosts Community Fair
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A former Gamecock and NBA Basketball player is kickin' it in the shoe business and helping local youth. Over the weekend, Shaunzinski Gortman hosted the 'Community Alliance Fair'. It featured local…
CPD: One killed; one injured after shooting on Cardamon Court
The Columbia Police Department says a shooting on Cardamon Court last week has killed one man and injured another.
AAA: More than 635,000 South Carolinians will hit the road for the 4th
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- New figures out on the number of South Carolinians planning to hit the road for the July 4th weekend. AAA says more than 635,800 South Carolinians are expected to travel…
Lexington County Deputies make second arrest in connection to death of 11 year old
LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC (WOLO)-- Lexington County Deputies say they have made a second arrest in connection to the gang related shooting death of an 11 year old girl. Investigators say 36 year…
Tree Trimming to take place in Columbia area Neighborhoods
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Some City of Columbia neighborhoods will have Tree Trimming activities over the next two weeks. Dominion Energy says crews will perform tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods: Distribution Line Tree Trimming: Olympia Hollywood…
