Lexington Sheriff's Department wants you to help them honor deputies
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- May is right around the corner and so are the start of two weeks that recognize the hard work of the men and women who serve…
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Court decisions could force major SC lottery winners to reveal their identity
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina has long been one of a handful of states where lottery winners can remain anonymous unless they choose to come forward, but that practice is receiving increased scrutiny thanks to a decision from the…
Trial date set for suspect accused of murdering Samantha Josephson
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The man suspected of murdering a USC student who got into the wrong car, thinking it was her Uber ride, has a trial date. According to the Fifth Judicial Circuit Court's online records, Nathaniel Rowland's case…
Memorial ceremony for fallen SCDOT employees
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Wednesday was a somber day outside the South Carolina Department of Transportation headquarters, as community and family members gathered to remember the dozens of employees fallen in the line of the duty.…
Columbia police need help identifying man accused of sexual assault
The Columbia Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a man accused of sexually assaulting a female in her Greene Street home.
Columbia City Councilman Daniel Rickenmann officially kicks off campaign for mayor
Another Midlands candidate is officially throwing his hat in the ring in the race for mayor of Columbia. City Councilman Daniel Rickenmann made the official announcement Wednesday at City Hall.
Former Vice President Mike Pence attending several events in Columbia Thursday
Former Vice President Mike Pence will be attending multiple events in Columbia Thursday.
Kershaw County deputies announce attempted murder arrest
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office says a man has been arrested in connection with a Sunday shooting incident on Pine Tree Drive.
Several employers looking to hire in the Midlands at SC Works Virtual Job Fair Thursday
SC Works is having a virtual job fair Thursday and several employers are looking to hire in the Midlands. The hiring event will be from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
CPD: Another suspect from Colony Apartments assault turns himself in
The Columbia Police Department says another arrest has been made in connection with an assault that took place at the Colony Apartments last week.
Celebrate National Poetry Month at Richland Library's Virtual Open Mic
Tonight, you can showcase your artistic skills at the Richland County Library's Virtual Open Mic for National Poetry Month.
Teen killed in vehicle collision on Smyrna Church Road in Kershaw
The Kershaw County Coroner's Office has identified a teenager who died in a vehicle collision on Smyrna Church Road.
SC lawmakers again reject transgender athletes ban
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A committee in the South Carolina House has again rejected a proposal that would have prevented transgender students from playing on girls' sports teams in middle and high school. The House Judiciary Committee voted 13-11 against…
SC Senators debate 2021-2022 budget proposal
COLUMBIA (WOLO): South Carolina lawmakers began debating a roughly $10 billion spending plan for the 2021-22 fiscal year on the senate floor Tuesday. Last week, the Senate Finance Committee passed a budget plan, which…
Columbia Fire: Two people suffer minor injuries escaping house fire on Corbett Street
The Columbia Fire Department says two people suffered minor injuries this afternoon as they escaped a house fire. Fire crews say they responded to the fire on Corbett Street around 4 p.m. Tuesday.
City officials cut ribbon on new bike track in Columbia
There's a new place to get your pedals pumping in Columbia! Tuesday morning, city officials cut the ribbon on the brand new Owens Field Bicycle Pump Track.
Man arrested for vandalizing a Richland County patrol vehicle
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they arrested a man accused of vandalizing a patrol vehicle.
Midlands law enforcement collects hundreds of pounds of medication on Drug Take Back Day
This past Saturday, law enforcement agencies across the state held Drug Take Back Day, and several Midlands agencies say it was a successful day.
Brighten up your garden at the Heyward Career and Technology Center's plant and flower sale this week
If you've got a passion for growing flowers and vegetables this spring, or just need some greenery for your home, stop by the plant and flower sale at Heyward Career and Technology Center this week. The event is open until Friday April 30 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. every day.
Prisma Health opening new heart valve clinic in Sumter
On Tuesday, Prisma Health announced that they will be adding a new heart valve clinic at Prisma Health Tuomey in Sumter.
SCSO: Mayesville man facing charges related to kidnapping, criminal sexual conduct for incident last week
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a Mayesville man is facing several charges after he forced his way a victim's home, prevented her from leaving and pointed a gun at her while demanded money. Additionally, authorities say he attempted to undress the victim.
Sumter County deputies looking for man wanted for domestic violence
Deputies with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office say they are looking for a man who reportedly assaulted a pregnant woman after pointing a gun at her.
Victim identified in multi-vehicle collision at Bethel Church Road in Newberry
The Newberry County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a multiple vehicle collision on April 23.
One killed after a multi-vehicle collision on I-26 East in Newberry
The Newberry County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a multi-vehicle collision on I-26 East Monday.
SC Native 'Charlamagne Tha God' to host S.C. State commencement
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) -- Local native, radio talk show host, and philanthropist 'Charlamagne Tha God' had been tapped to deliver South Carolina State University’s Spring Commencement Ceremony on May 7, 2021. 'Charlamange…
