RCSD looking to identify two individuals suspected of burglary
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help in identifying two men who are wanted on burglary charges.
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Darlington Virtual Academy students asked if "Is there a God?" is a scientific question
Darlington County schools are left with some explaining after fourth grade students were asked whether "Is there a God?" is a scientific question.
RCSD investigating after man is found dead in his backyard
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they are investigating after they discovered an 85-year-old man dead in his backyard on Wednesday.
LCSD: Driver dies from self-inflicted gunshot wound after I-20 crash
Lexington County deputies say a driver has died after a self-inflicted gunshot wound after a crash on I-20 East.
Coroner: Santee teen fatally shot on his front porch on Tee Vee Road
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office has identified a teenager fatally shot on his front porch on Tee Vee Road Monday.
CPD: Wanted suspect for fatal shooting on Senate Street turns himself in
Columbia Police Department says a wanted suspect in a fatal shooting on Senate Street Sunday has turned himself in this morning.
Coroner: Victim impaled after fatal hit & run with logging truck on US-301 in Orangeburg
The Orangeburg County Coroner says one victim was impaled after a fatal hit and run involving a logging truck on US Highway 301 Tuesday.
UofSC tries to boost COVID-19 testing numbers by giving out free t-shirts, chances to win prizes
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The University of South Carolina is coming up with new ways to encourage students to get tested for COVID-19. Some of these rewards can already be seen throughout campus.…
Richland One school releases return to face to face instruction schedule
Richland Co, SC (WOLO) -- The Richland One school district is working to get your children back in the classroom as quickly and safely as possible. Tuesday night, Dr. Craig Witherspoon released a few…
Fairfield Co. Sheriff searching for man accused of attempted murder of parents
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man they say tried to murder his parents.
CPD arrest suspect in connection with Sunday shooting death in downtown Columbia
Columbia police say they have made an arrest in a weekend shooting death on senate street.
SC Supreme Court rules governor's plan to spend federal coronavirus aid on private school grants unconstitutional
The South Carolina Supreme Court has ruled that the governor's plan to spend $32 million in federal coronavirus aid on grants to help parents afford K-12 private school unconstitutional.
Dorn VA encourages veterans to get flu shots with series of clinics throughout October
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and with flu season just around the corner, one group at a greater risk of getting sick are older veterans. To help…
Vice President Mike Pence, Senator Kamala Harris square off in VP debate tonight
Final preparations are underway for the first and only debate between Senator Kamala Harris and Vice President Mike Pence.
Numerous collection locations throughout the Midlands for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
October 24 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, which aims to take on the problem of prescription drug abuse by providing collection centers around the country where people can safely dispose of their unused prescriptions.
CDC recommendations for how to celebrate Halloween safely this year
As Halloween nears, the Centers for Disease Control continues to urge Americans to celebrate safely and avoid activities like trick-or-treating due to COVID-19.
Satellite polling offices now open in Richland County
Richland County satellite voting offices are currently open. More than 100 people arrived early Wednesday morning to vote.
Tractor trailer involved in fatal hit & run on US-301 in Orangeburg
South Carolina Highway Patrol is looking for a tractor trailer driver involved in a fatal hit and run Tuesday morning on US Highway 301.
Newberry Coroner identifies truck driver killed in fatal crash on US 76
Newberry County Coroner's Office has identified the driver who collided with multiple trees, a ditch, and a fence on Monday, October 5th.
Columbia Mayor's Virtual Walk Against Domestic Violence this Saturday
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin's annual "Walk Against Domestic Violence" event will be held virtually this Saturday.
Local law enforcement find unique ways to host 'National Night Out'
(Richland Co., WOLO) ---Coronavirus has altered a lot of things we've grown accustomed to including, the Richland County Sheriff's Department's 'National Night Out' celebration. 'National Night Out' is usually held each August by…
S. Carolina sees tens of thousands of absentee votes roll in
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The state Election Commission says more than 23,000 absentee ballots were turned in Monday in South Carolina, the first day the state offered in-person absentee voting for the 2020 general election. The commission says the number…
How a unique ally is fighting the spread of infection inside one SC hospital
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - A recent report suggests that the overall risk of hospital-acquired COVID-19 infections is low, but that may be thanks to…
Irmo man gets 40 years for 2019 murder of Lexington woman
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says an Irmo man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison, with no chance of parole for a 2019 murder. During a jury trial held…
Single tickets available for remaining Gamecock football games
Single tickets are now available for the Gamecocks remaining home games.
