AP: Michelin plans $175M investment at S. Carolina facilities
Tire manufacturer Michelin North America is planning to invest up to $175 million in equipment at its facilities in two South Carolina counties over the next five to seven years.
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DHEC: 1,410 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 17 new deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the latest coronavirus data for the state as of Wednesday.
RCSD asking for help finding missing teen
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help in finding a teen who was reported missing.
Riverbanks Zoo hosting annual "Lights Before Christmas" event
The Riverbanks Zoo is hosting its annual "Lights Before Christmas" event throughout November and December.
Kershaw County deputy fired after being accused of knocking a person unconscious during arrest
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office says one deputy is fired and under investigation after being accused of knocking a person unconscious during an arrest last month.
Deputies investigating after woman found with gunshot wound in Swansea
Lexington County deputies say one woman was shot on Wednesday.
SCDC: Inmate in Lee Correctional dies after being assaulted
SCDC officials say an inmate at the Lee Correctional Institution died after being assaulted Wednesday afternoon.
SC announces the first flu death during spike in COVID-19 cases
(Associated Press) --The state's first flu death of the season was announced Wednesday. The agency announced that an individual from the Pee Dee region has died from complications due to the flu. the…
South Carolina schedules execution but doesn't have drugs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The state of South Carolina has scheduled what would be its first execution in nearly a decade, but corrections officials say they still don't have any lethal injection drugs to carry out the execution. [caption id="attachment_467600"…
Comedian brings laughs to Segra Park Friday
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- 2020 has been a rough, unpredictable and in some cases devastating year for many not just here in the Palmetto state but across the country and the world as…
OCSO announce additional arrest in Academy Lane fatal shooting
On Wednesday, the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office announced that an additional arrest has been made in connection with a fatal shooting that took place on Academy Lane on November 9.
DHEC experts say it could take months before most South Carolinians can get a COVID-19 vaccine
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Several companies are on the doorstep of getting federal approval for their COVID-19 vaccines, but South Carolina experts say it could take some time before everyone can get their…
Police say the holidays are a prime time for car break-ins
Columbia police want to make sure thieves don't turn your happy holidays into a blue Christmas. Wednesday afternoon, police and other law enforcement as well as city officials held a news conference asking Midlands residents to be aware of items you leave in your car. Police say the holidays are a prime time for car break-ins.
Seven officers inducted into SC Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame
Seven law enforcement officers were inducted into the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame on Wednesday.
RCSD: Suspect arrested, charged for string of armed robberies in the Midlands
Richland County deputies say they have arrested a suspect wanted for a string of armed robberies.
Columbia man sentenced to four years for firearms theft
According to U.S. Attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr., a Columbia man has been sentenced to four years in federal prison for the theft of firearms.
EdVenture welcoming families of first responders for free on Wednesdays
EdVenture Children's Museum is hosting a free "First Responder Appreciation Day," every Wednesday until the end of the year. First responders and their immediate families are invited to visit the museum for free.
Columbia man sentenced to nearly 22 years for role in 2017 home invasion
According to U.S. Attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr., a Columbia man has been sentenced to nearly 22 years in federal prison for his role in a Lexington home invasion.
SC Works Midlands hosting in-person job fair Thursday in Columbia
According to the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, SC Works Midlands is sponsoring an in-person job fair at the Dutch Square Mall.
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.
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.
