More than 194,000 ballots cast in Richland County this election
All of the votes are in for Richland County, and today those results were certified. More than 194,000 ballots were cast in Richland County.
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UPDATE: Man previously reported missing, found safe
The Columbia Police Department tweeted that Douglas Vaughn was found walking along Laurel Street. Police say Vaughn was found to be uninjured, in good condition, but was still taken to a local hospital.
CPD looking for missing man
The Columbia Police Department says they are looking for an adult man who left a local hospital at approximately 4 a.m. Friday morning. Officials say 42-year-old Douglas Vaughn was reported missing by his family. Police say due to his medical condition, his family is concerned for his safety and well-being.
McMaster, former SC governors weigh in on presidential election
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Current and former South Carolina governors are weighing in on the presidential election and the vote counting process. Gov. Henry McMaster released a statement which reads , "The law is clear:…
Fort Jackson soldier injured in training dies
Ft. Jackson, S.C. (WOLO)--Fort Jackson officials say an 18-year-old soldier died after being injured during training. Officials say the soldier from California suffered a fatal injury yesterday while training at a rifle range. A base…
DHEC releases updated COVID 19 case numbers for SC
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Friday afternoon DHEC announced 953 new confirmed cases of COVID 19. According to the agency, of the more than 7,000 test results reported Thursday 13.2% were positive. DHEC also announced 15 confirmed deaths related to the virus. So…
SCSU announces plans for spring semester
Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO)-- Friday South Carolina State University announced its plans for the spring semester. According to a university spokesperson, Students will begin classes remotely on January 4th of 2021. A limited number of students will return to campus on…
Richland County Council continues series of mask giveaways
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --- Richland County Council continues their series of mask giveaways in an effort to reduce the spread of coronavirus. Friday November 6, Councilwoman Chakisse Newton is holding two mask giveaways in Lower Richland. This has been…
UofSC hosts virtual 5K for 'Friends of Fisher House'
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Lace up your shoes. The University of South Carolina is hosting a virtual 5-K event to help raise money for veterans. The 5-k runs this Friday November 6,…
Columbia Fire Department speaks in Five Points about expanded mask ordinance
The Columbia Fire Department spoke with ABC Columbia News in Five Points Thursday afternoon about the expanded city ordinance.
Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office searching for two suspects caught on camera breaking into business
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is searching for two suspects accused of breaking into an Automaxx in Orangeburg County. Deputies say they received a call from the owner of Automaxx in Orangeburg called to report a break-in at his dealership on Magnolia Street.
RCSD seeking the public's help in identifying two armed robbers
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking the public for help in identifying a pair of armed robbers they believe are connected with multiple robberies.
City of Columbia extends mask ordinance, expands order to include some outdoor spaces
On Thursday, Mayor Steve Benjamin and the Columbia City Council voted unanimously to extend the city's ordinance requiring face coverings as well as extending the temporary suspension of city council, board and commission meetings. The city's previous order was set to expire on November 15, but the new order extends it through January 5, 2021.
Law enforcement asking for the public's help in solving Bishopville murder
Midlands Crimestoppers, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division and the Bishopville Police Department are asking for the public's help in solving the murder of 18-year-old Zaki Lovely.
SCHP: Driver dies after crash on I-20 West Wednesday
South Carolina Highway Patrol says a driver was killed after a crash caused an overhead sign to fall on I-20 West Wednesday. Troopers say it happened at mile marker 65 around 4:45 p.m.
Gamecocks release women's hoops non-conference schedule
Dawn Staley announced her team's eight-game 2020-21 non-conference schedule Thursday morning.
Victim identified after fatal house fire on Misty Glen Circle in Richland
The Richland County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a fatal house fire at Misty Glen Circle on Tuesday.
Mace becomes SC's first Republican woman elected to Congress
U.S. House candidate Nancy Mace addresses supporters outside a Waffle House where the Republican once worked on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020, in Ladson, S.C. Mace defeated Democratic U.S. House Rep. Joe Cunningham in South Carolina's 1st…
As people anxiously await Election Night results, election officials call on people to stay patient
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- After a very eventful Election Night, social media has still been buzzing about some of South Carolina's races, and the eagerness to find out who will win the 2020…
RCSD seeking the public's help in identifying Walmart shoplifting suspect
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a man accused of shoplifting electronics from the Walmart on Two Notch Road.
Cayce DPS looking to identify car, driver involved in hit and run Monday evening
The Cayce Department of Public Safety is asking for the public's help in identifying the car and driver involved in a hit and run collision Monday.
Sumter Co. Coroner identifies woman who died after a Tuesday night house fire
Sumter County Coroner Robbie Baker has identified a woman who died after a house fire late Tuesday night.
Law enforcement memorial event to take place Friday at the State House
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police is honoring fallen officers in a law enforcement memorial event this Friday.
UofSC Veterans Day 5k goes virtual this year
The University of South Carolina's Veterans Day virtual 5k event runs from Friday through Sunday. You can take part in a number of challenges like walking, running or rucking, meaning you'll wear a backpack weighing at least 30 pounds.
SCDOR: Lexington business owner arrested for operating without a retail license
According to the South Carolina Department of Revenue, 28-year-old Michael Tucker was arrested for operating a business without a retail license.
