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Alex Murdaugh re-trial date set, location to be determined

On Monday morning, Alex Murdaugh's re-trial date was set for April 5, 2027.

Sunday earthquake shakes up Elgin

According to the USGS, an earthquake shook up the Elgin area on Sunday afternoon.

Driver dead following collision involving multiple vehicles

A driver is dead following a collision involving multiple vehicles Sunday in Newberry County.

Alex Murdaugh's true crime saga continues as he's back in court for hearing on his murder retrial

Alex Murdaugh was back in court again Monday on charges he killed his wife and son, appearing silently at a pretrial hearing that was mostly short on substance but long on spectacle as the true crime sensation continues to captivate.

Columbia Police: Roads reopen after investigation of 'suspicious' package

Officials with the Columbia Police Department say the area of River Dr. and Beufort St. and Anthony Ave. is now open after an investigation into a suspicious package.

Pedestrian struck & killed on South Beltline Blvd. in Columbia

Columbia Police are investigating after a woman was hit and thrown into an embankment on South Beltline Boulevard Sunday.

Man shot to death on Easy Street in Rembert, 2 others wounded

Deputies with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office say one man is dead and two others are wounded following a shooting on Easy Street in Sumter County.

Mosquito repellent candle causes 3 homes to catch fire, says CFD

No one was injured, but five people have been left displaced.

Celebrating The Life Of Rev. Simon Bouie

Celebration of life held for civil rights trailblazer, Rev. Simon Bouie

Saturday morning, St. Paul AME Church in Irmo honored the life and legacy of the late Reverend and Dr. Simon Bouie.

CAE touts busiest May in the airport's history

Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) broke a 21-year-old record last month, when it experienced its busiest May in the airport's history. More than 65,400 passengers passed through the airport in May. The previous record…

Local Living: Memorial Day Dockside Blowout

Local Living: Scavenger hunt for a good cause

SC State University held law enforcement summit

SC State University held a law enforcement summit with 20 representatives from state and local law enforcement and emergency agencies ahead of the fall semester.

Dominion Energy held meeting on how company prepares for hurricane season

Dominion Energy held a meeting Friday, June 26, on how they prepare for severe weather during hurricane season.

Orangeburg County investigators searching for person of interest in relation to fatal shooting

Orangeburg County investigators need help identifying several persons of interest in connection with a Sunday fatal shooting, says Sheriff Leroy Ravenell.

Columbiana Centre Implementing Curfew For 17 And Under

Columbiana Centre now offers paid preferred parking

Columbia shoppers will now have the option to pay for preferred parking spots at Columbiana Centre.

Richland County deputies arrest man accused of pretending to be law enforcement

Richland County deputies arrested a man who pretended to be law enforcement, says RCSD.

Lexington Police searching for someone accused of taking items from Walmart

Lexington Police are searching for someone accused of taking items from Walmart, said officers.

LPD: All lanes reopen after two-vehicle collision on Columbia Avenue

Lexington Police say all lanes are reopen after a two-vehicle collision happened on Columbia Avenue at Meetze Avenue.

Man arrested after early Friday morning shooting

Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says someone has been arrested in connection with a homicide that happened in the early morning hours of Friday.

New SC State Museum exhibit on South Carolina and the American Revolution to open Saturday

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A new exhibit opening this weekend at the South Carolina State Museum (SCSM) will provide visitors an immersive way to experience South Carolina and its role…