Pedestrian killed in fatal collision on Two Notch Road in Richland
South Carolina Highway Patrol says a pedestrian was killed after being hit by a vehicle on Two Notch Road Wednesday.
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CPD: 28 years since Dail Dinwiddie’s disappearance in Five Points
Columbia Police Department says today marks 28 years since the disappearance of Dail Dinwiddie in Five Points.
Carolina Crossroads construction project, including work on "Malfunction Junction", set to begin in summer 2021
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- A part of I-26 popularly known as “Malfunction Junction” is set to receive a major face-lift in the summer of 2021. The South Carolina Department of Transportation recently got the…
Lexington Police search for duo accused of stealing from Lowe's
Lexington,SC (WOLO) --- Lexington Police are looking for two women caught on surveillance video stealing from the Lowe's Home Improvement store. From the images released by Lexington police you can see the…
Home sales reach 14 year high
Home sales are skyrocketing despite the coronavirus pandemic, with sales reaching a 14-year high last month.
Lt.-Gov. Evette returns to State House Tuesday
Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette returned to public life Tuesday after being diagnosed with coronavirus earlier this month.
Volunteers inform the public about railroad safety in the Midlands
This week, volunteers will be handing out information about train safety at crossings in the Midlands.
SC Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities hosting virtual information sessions for interested families
The South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities is hosting virtual information sessions for families interested in enrolling.
SC for Ed holds 'Stand Up and Step Out' event
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- On Wednesday, educators across the state took a personal day to contact local legislators and ask for support in raising teacher pay. The public education advocacy group, SC for Ed, staged the 'Stand Up and Step…
WATCH: USC using social distance models Saturday at Williams-Brice
With the University of South Carolina kicking off its football season this Saturday, the Athletics Department released a set of guidelines new for the 2020 season.
DHEC offering free HIV/STD testing, free webinars as part of first-ever PrEP Awareness Week
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is organizing its inaugural PrEP awareness week which takes place September 28-October 3. The goal of this week is to inform the public about pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), a…
FAPD investigating after body found
The Forest Acres Police Department is investigating after they say a body was found in a creek near the 5500 block of Lakeshore Drive this morning.
Deputies looking for two teens accused of shooting at a car
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Richland County Deputies are looking for two teens who are suspected of shooting at a car in traffic near a bowling alley. Officials say the incident occurred near the Royal…
DHEC: 613 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 25 new deaths
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released its up to date coronavirus numbers as of Tuesday.
CPD, NHTSA offering free child car seat inspections this week
With this week being National Child Passenger Safety Week, the Columbia Police Department and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration are offering free inspections of your child safety seat.
City of Cayce election results too close to call
On Tuesday, the City of Cayce held a special election to fill its City Council District 1 seat.
LCSD investigating death at former SC rest area
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department says officials are in the early stages of investigating the death of a man whose body was found at a former rest area off of…
Former federal grand juror pleads guilty to obstruction of justice
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- According to U.S. attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr., 51-year-old Alicia Renee Coleman of Rock Hill pleaded guilty in federal court to obstruction of justice. Officials say Coleman communicated secret federal grand jury information concerning an indictment and…
Lexington deputies find body at a former rest area off I-20 West
Lexington County Sheriff's Department says they found a dead body at a former rest area off I-20 West this morning.
Runaway Sumter teen with medical condition found safe
Sumter County Sheriff's Office officials say a runaway teenage girl with a medical condition has been found safe.
Town of Springdale dedicates park bench, tree in honor of Faye Swetlik
SPRINGDALE, S.C. (WOLO) -- A park in Springdale now has a lasting tribute to a six-year-old girl who tragically lost her life earlier this year. The Springdale Police Department hosted a ceremony…
Local veteran celebrates 'Ampuversary' one year after losing leg to an alleged drunk driver
Hopkins, S.C. (WOLO) --- Tuesday, Sept. 22, marks one year since a local veteran lost his leg after being hit by an alleged drunk driver. Cynthia Sims, 63, is suspected of…
Lexington School District One delays start of in person instruction
Lexington, SC (WOLO) -- The Lexington School District One Board of Trustees have decided to delay the start of Phase Two, which would bring all students back in to the classroom. While Lexington…
South Carolina lieutenant governor returns after COVID-19
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette has returned to public life after being diagnosed with COVID-19 earlier this month. Evette…
Parents tackle man accused of spying on girl in restaurant bathroom
DUNCAN, S.C. (AP) - Authorities say a group of parents tackled and restrained a registered sex offender accused of spying on a 15-year-old girl in the bathroom of a South Carolina restaurant. Douglas Lane (Spartanburg County…
