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Update: Man reported missing with medical condition found safe

The Richland County Sheriff's Department needs your help to find a recently reported missing man with a medical condition.

Sumter man accused of exposing 'child, adult victims' to HIV

Sumter, SC (WOLO) -- The Sumter Police Department have arrested a man accused of exposing victims to HIV. According to authorities, 26 year old Dominque Robert Weston was first on authorities radar when he…

Richland County Council discusses use of emergency relief funds for renters

Renters in the Midlands, impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic could soon see some relief. Thursday, the Richland County Council discussed ways to distribute federal funds provided by the United States Treasury Department's Emergency Rental Assistance Funds.

Kershaw Health providing resources to help those without a computer schedule vaccine appointments

Kershaw Health is providing a resource for those attempting to schedule their COVID-19 vaccine, that may not have access to a computer. The medical group has set up two numbers that people can call for an appointment.

Law enforcement looking for Lowcountry attempted murder suspect who may be in the Midlands

Crime Stoppers of the Lowcountry, the Hampton Police Department and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division are asking for the public's help in locating a man suspected of attempted murder.

NCAA hands South Carolina 2-year probation for ex-assistant

South Carolina’s men’s basketball program was placed on probation for two years by the NCAA on Thursday for former assistant coach Lamont Evans accepting between $3,300 and $5,800 in bribes from a sports agent.

Irmo man sentenced after pleading guilty to drug, firearm charges

According to U.S. Attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr., an Irmo man was sentenced to 19 years in prison after he plead guilty to drug and firearm charges.

KCSD redicates plaque recognizing historic school for Black students

Thursday, the Kershaw County School District held a rededication ceremony for a plaque that was found on campus. Students and staff gathered at the Continuous Learning Center on Campbell Street in Camden. The campus previously housed Jackson School, which was a school for Black students founded in 1867.

RCSD investigating fatal shooting on Walnut Grove Circle Thursday morning

The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Thursday morning at the 100 block of Walnut Grove Circle.

U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs flying vaccine doses to rural areas of the country

The United States Department of Veterans Affairs is trying to get more COVID-19 vaccines to rural areas. V.A. officials spoke at a Senate hearing Wednesday. They say the department is flying doses to areas in Montana, Alaska and Oregon.

Columbia man gets 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to sex trafficking minors

According to United States Attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr., a Columbia man was sentenced to 25 years in prison for sex trafficking minors.

Motorcyclist killed in vehicle collision on Boiling Springs Road in Lexington

The South Carolina Highway Patrol says a motorcyclist died after a collision with a vehicle on Wednesday on Boiling Springs Road.

SLED charges man accused in officer involved shooting with Attempted Murder

Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Agents with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) say they arrested a man they believe is connected to a February incident where Florence County Sheriff's shot back at a man accused of shooting at them,…

Kershaw Co. School district hosts Black History Month ceremony

Kersahw Co, SC (WOLO) -- The Kershaw County School District will host a black history month event at its continuous learning center on Campbell Street in Camden. The event is set to begin at…

Chick-Fil-A hosts hiring event at its Five Points location

Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- If you're looking for a new job, grab your resume because the Chick-Fil-A in Columbia's Five Points is hiring. The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce is hosting that hiring…

Orangeburg Sheriff's arrest two men in connection to deadly drive by shooting

Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) --- Two men are behind bars after Orangeburg County Sheriff's say they are accused in a deadly January shooting. Officials say, the men were in court Wednesday where they were formally…

Rising waters increase sightings of snakes, some venomous

Horry Co., SC (WOLO) --The Horry County Police Department River Patrol is reminding residents in areas where floodwater continues to stand that there could be dangers slithering around. One Police say has been spotted are…

Nephron Pharmaceuticals, Dominion Energy COVID-19 vaccination site restoring confidence in South Carolinians

A COVID-19 vaccination site in West Columbia is setting the stage for private companies to get more involved in the state’s fight against the virus. Governor Henry McMaster visited Nephron Pharmaceuticals and Dominion Energy’s vaccination site Wednesday.

Lexington School District Two opens registration for 4K and 5K students

Lexington School District Two has opened registration for rising 4K and 5K students for the next school year. To be eligible to enroll, your child must turn 4-years-old on or before September 1.

Prisma Health launches mobile vaccination effort to help serve rural areas

Prisma Health announced the launch of a new program designed to help those in rural and underserved communities get their coronavirus vaccine. Officials say Prisma Health’s Mobile Health Clinics are RV-style vehicles staffed by medical professionals ready to get shots in the arms of those who need it.