Bomb threat at Mid Carolina Middle School in Newberry under investigation
Newberry County Sheriff's Office says they responded to a bomb threat at Mid Carolina Middle School on Tuesday morning.
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68-year-old SC man arrested in Arkansas after 105 pounds of marijuana found during traffic stop
CONWAY, AR (WOLO) - Police in Arkansas have arrested a South Carolina man after officers found 105 pounds of marijuana in a car during a traffic stop. According to Conway Police, an officer noticed a vehicle traveling in the center…
SC Democrats call for an investigation into Sen. Lindsey Graham's discussions with Georgia's Secretary of State
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The South Carolina Democratic Party (SCDP) is calling for an ethical investigation into Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC)’s conversations with elections officials in Georgia, Arizona, and Nevada. This comes after…
Body of missing man found in waterway in Sumter
According to the Sumter County Sheriff's Office, authorities recovered the body of a man reported missing, from a waterway on Foxworth Mill Road. 59-year-old Burley Hudson had been reported missing on Monday.
City of Columbia leaders meet to discuss city coronavirus response
City of Columbia leaders say they need to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to battling the coronavirus.
40,000 pounds of potatoes delivered to CIU to be donated to those in need.
40,000 pounds of potatoes were delivered to Columbia International University Tuesday morning and were bagged by students. These bagged potatoes are being distributed to the community through Midlands churches and charities to help those in need.
14 new positive COVID-19 tests reported at UofSC
The University of South Carolina updated its coronavirus dashboard for the latest testing period from November 13-16.
SLED: Rembert man charged with assault at Sumter County club
Agents with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division say they arrested a man on Tuesday for an assault that occurred at a club in Sumter County earlier this month.
AP: University to get Apple store run by students
The University of South Carolina has announced that a store selling Apple products is coming to its campus in Columbia in early 2021, and will be managed largely by students as part of their curriculum.
AllSouth hosting food drive for Harvest Hope
AllSouth Federal Credit Union is fighting the problem of food insecurity in the Midlands by hosting a food drive for Harvest Hope Food Bank.
Four Lee County schools to be renamed
In an announcement released Monday, Lee County School District said they will be renaming four schools in the district currently named for Robert E. Lee. The four schools scheduled for name changes are West Lee Elementary, Lower Lee Elementary, Lee Central Middle and Lee Central High School.
Irmo Police searching for armed robbery suspect
Irmo Police are looking for a man accused of an armed robbery that took place Sunday. Authorities say it happened at the Pitt Stop convenience store on Broad River Road.
Lexington Co. Coroner identifies victim from Monday evening fire
Authorities say one person was killed in a house fire in Gilbert Monday night. Lexington County emergency crews responded to the home on Chicksaw Trail around 7 p.m.
Man arrested for fatal shooting on Cole Trestle Road in Fairfield County
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office have arrested a man for a fatal shooting in August on Cole Trestle Road.
No one injured after house fire on Blythe Creek Drive in Blythewood
The Columbia Fire Department says no one is injured after a house fire in Blythewood on Blythe Creek Drive on Monday.
Pickleball making its mark in Lexington County, bringing dozens out to play each week
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) -- One of the fastest growing sports in the country is making its mark in Lexington County. Pickleball, a game that was invented more than half a century ago, has gained a…
Emergency crews on scene of deadly house fire in Lexington County
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - Multiple agencies are on the scene of a deadly house fire in Lexington County. According to county officials, first responders found heavy smoke coming from the home in the 300 block of Chickasaw Trail. The county…
"It was time for a change": Gamecock fans react to Will Muschamp's firing
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Less than a day after the University of South Carolina parted ways with the Head Coach of their football team, Will Muschamp, several fans are thinking that the time was…
Orangeburg County woman charged with attempted murder
According to the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office, a woman has been charged after an argument at a bar led to a shooting at a residence.
Majority of SC residents concerned about holiday travel during Pandemic: AAA Survey
COLUMBIA , SC (WOLO)--According to AAA, the majority of South Carolina travelers are concerned about traveling this holiday season, due to the Coronavirus. In the survey, 73% of South Carolina travelers said they were concerned…
Tanner, players react to Will Muschamp's firing
South Carolina fired football coach Will Muschamp on Sunday, the second time he’s been let go from a Southeastern Conference program in midseason.
Squirrel causes power outages in downtown Columbia Monday morning
A power outage that impacted parts of downtown Columbia from Main and Gervais Street to Assembly Street for nearly and hour and a half Monday morning has been restored. Our ABC Columbia studios were among those affected.
DHEC: Rabid bobcat found in Kershaw Co.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control says a bobcat found near Sumter Highway and Cantey Lane in Rembert has tested positive for rabies.
Lexington man arrested for home break-in near Pelion
Deputies with the Lexington County Sheriff's Department say they have arrested a Lexington man for a break-in at a home near Pelion on Saturday.
Lexington County School District 3 changes in-person learning schedule
Lexington County School District 3 is changing its hybrid schedule. Starting Monday, hybrid students at Batesburg-Leesville Middle School will begin five days per week face to face instruction.
