Rembert man charged with criminal sexual conduct with a minor
According to the Sumter County Sheriff's Office, a Rembert man has been charged with criminal sexual misconduct with a minor and contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
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UPDATE: Man charged with murder of 72-year-old woman after argument over feeding feral cats
The Lexington Police Department has provided an update on the shooting death of 72-year-old Judy Burnett behind a shopping center on Thursday.
Several roads will be closed Sunday for the annual Town of Lexington Christmas Parade
The Town of Lexington annual's Christmas parade is this Sunday, and there are several road closures and detours drivers should be aware of.
72-year-old woman shot and killed after argument behind shopping center
One man is in custody after Lexington investigators say a 72-year-old Gilbert woman was shot in the face during what a witness says started as an argument behind the Town Square Shopping Center.
Former Sumter Police officer charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor
According to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, a former police officer with the Sumter Police Department was arrested on Tuesday and has been charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
Dutch Fork seeks unprecedented fifth-straight state title tonight
The Dutch Fork Silver Foxes will already go down in South Carolina history as one of the best dynasties in high school football.
"Operation Spread the Joy" collecting items to distribute to Columbia's homeless
The tenth annual "Operation Spread the Joy" campaign is now underway, hoping to bring holiday cheer to the homeless population in Columbia.
Lexington District Two experiencing high number of teacher absences at two schools on Friday
According to a statement released by Lexington School District Two, Brookland Cayce High School and Airport High School are experiencing a high number of teachers who requested personal illness leave today.
Internal report says Columbia Police Dept. "not prepared" for May protests in downtown Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Looking back on the protests that took place last May, the Columbia Police Department says it could have done a better job in preparing and training officers for what…
"The Color of Law" interview with Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine
The City of Columbia and other local partners are presenting a four part community conversation on race relations and gentrification.
No. 8 North Carolina State women beat No. 1 South Carolina
Raina Perez made a 3-pointer with 3:07 left that put No. 8 North Carolina State ahead to stay and the Wolfpack ended No. 1 South Carolina’s 29-game winning streak with a 54-46 victory Thursday night.
Elderly woman shot in the face during Lexington argument turned deadly
Lexington, SC (WOLO) -- Around 5:40 Thursday evening the Lexington Police Department says they were called to the 7- hundred block of West Main Street. Once they arrived, police say they found…
DHEC: First doses of COVID-19 vaccine could come to South Carolina around December 14
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- South Carolina could be receiving its first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine in just a matter of weeks. The state's Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) anticipates that…
Actor Michael B. Jordan spends four days at Ft. Jackson to train for upcoming film
There was a little bit of Hollywood at Fort Jackson this week.
Irmo community members to clean up Rawls Creek area damaged by 2015 flood
Neighbors in one Irmo community will be volunteering later this month to clean up areas still damaged from the flood of 2015.
Man arrested as SCSO seizes approximately $40,000 worth of drugs while executing search warrant
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they confiscated more than 400 grams of various drugs while they were executing a search warrant at a residence on Wright Street.
SCANA, SCE&G settle lawsuit in nuclear fraud case
SCANA Energy and its subsidiary SCE&G have agreed to settle the lawsuit from the Securities and Exchange Commission, charging them with defrauding investors by making false and misleading statements about the nuclear plant expansion, that was eventually abandoned.
South Carolina, Kentucky meet looking to end losing streaks
South Carolina and Kentucky each aim to end disappointing regular seasons with a rare victory.
Ex-South Carolina coach Lou Holtz to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom
President Donald Trump will award the nation’s highest civilian honor on Thursday to former college football coach and political ally Lou Holtz.
Sumter man charged with sexual assault of a minor, attempted murder
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)--The Sumter County Sheriff's Office arrested a man after they say he encouraged a young girl to leave her home without her parent's permission-- then shot at her father. Investigators say Steven…
Lexington Richland 5 board votes to move high schoolers back to hybrid learning until Christmas
IRMO, S.C. (WOLO) -- High school students in Lexington Richland School District 5 will be going back to a hybrid model of learning until at least Christmas break. This comes after an emergency board…
Lexington Two school students to get free breakfast, lunch during winter break
West Columbia SC (WOLO) --- Lexington Two students will be able to get free breakfast and lunch meals while they are out of school over the winter break with curbside…
Stay home for the holidays or get tested twice, CDC urges
(AP) - U.S. health officials say staying home for the upcoming winter holidays is the best way to stay safe and protect others. But for those who ignore that advice, COVID-19 testing before and after trips is an option. Many…
Biden, top Democrats push for bipartisan virus aid bill
WASHINGTON (AP) - President-elect Joe Biden has swung behind a bipartisan COVID-19 relief effort. That comes as his top Capitol Hill allies cut their demands for a $2 trillion-plus measure by more than half. The goal is to break a…
'PickMe! SC' wants to help you find a 'fur'ever friend
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- If you're looking for a holiday gift that will give you a gift of companionship back, you're in luck. From December 4th until the 13th, more than 50 organizations…
