WATCH: USC using social distance models Saturday at Williams-Brice
With the University of South Carolina kicking off its football season this Saturday, the Athletics Department released a set of guidelines new for the 2020 season.
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DHEC offering free HIV/STD testing, free webinars as part of first-ever PrEP Awareness Week
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is organizing its inaugural PrEP awareness week which takes place September 28-October 3. The goal of this week is to inform the public about pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), a…
FAPD investigating after body found
The Forest Acres Police Department is investigating after they say a body was found in a creek near the 5500 block of Lakeshore Drive this morning.
Deputies looking for two teens accused of shooting at a car
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Richland County Deputies are looking for two teens who are suspected of shooting at a car in traffic near a bowling alley. Officials say the incident occurred near the Royal…
DHEC: 613 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 25 new deaths
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released its up to date coronavirus numbers as of Tuesday.
CPD, NHTSA offering free child car seat inspections this week
With this week being National Child Passenger Safety Week, the Columbia Police Department and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration are offering free inspections of your child safety seat.
City of Cayce election results too close to call
On Tuesday, the City of Cayce held a special election to fill its City Council District 1 seat.
LCSD investigating death at former SC rest area
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department says officials are in the early stages of investigating the death of a man whose body was found at a former rest area off of…
Former federal grand juror pleads guilty to obstruction of justice
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- According to U.S. attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr., 51-year-old Alicia Renee Coleman of Rock Hill pleaded guilty in federal court to obstruction of justice. Officials say Coleman communicated secret federal grand jury information concerning an indictment and…
Lexington deputies find body at a former rest area off I-20 West
Lexington County Sheriff's Department says they found a dead body at a former rest area off I-20 West this morning.
Runaway Sumter teen with medical condition found safe
Sumter County Sheriff's Office officials say a runaway teenage girl with a medical condition has been found safe.
Town of Springdale dedicates park bench, tree in honor of Faye Swetlik
SPRINGDALE, S.C. (WOLO) -- A park in Springdale now has a lasting tribute to a six-year-old girl who tragically lost her life earlier this year. The Springdale Police Department hosted a ceremony…
Local veteran celebrates 'Ampuversary' one year after losing leg to an alleged drunk driver
Hopkins, S.C. (WOLO) --- Tuesday, Sept. 22, marks one year since a local veteran lost his leg after being hit by an alleged drunk driver. Cynthia Sims, 63, is suspected of…
Lexington School District One delays start of in person instruction
Lexington, SC (WOLO) -- The Lexington School District One Board of Trustees have decided to delay the start of Phase Two, which would bring all students back in to the classroom. While Lexington…
South Carolina lieutenant governor returns after COVID-19
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette has returned to public life after being diagnosed with COVID-19 earlier this month. Evette…
Parents tackle man accused of spying on girl in restaurant bathroom
DUNCAN, S.C. (AP) - Authorities say a group of parents tackled and restrained a registered sex offender accused of spying on a 15-year-old girl in the bathroom of a South Carolina restaurant. Douglas Lane (Spartanburg County…
CDC discourages trick or treating this Halloween
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has made recommendations on how to enjoy Halloween while still being safe this year. With the coronavirus pandemic in mind, the CDC advises against…
Witness signature no longer required for mail-in voting
After South Carolina legislature passed a bill allowing all voters to vote by absentee last week, a federal judge has now struck down a notion which previously required mail-in ballots to be signed by a witness.
UofSC provides updated coronavirus data-September 21
As of September 21, the University of South Carolina COVID-19 dashboard reports 95 total active cases on campus.
RCSD searching for attempted murder suspect
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help in finding Antoni Lawrence, who is wanted on attempted murder charges. Deputies say they were dispatched to…
Barnwell County man charged with murder
On Monday, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division says they charged 35-year-old Dean Troy Stevens with the murder of Jeremy Craddock.
DHEC: 739 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 30 new deaths in South Carolina
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released its updated coronavirus data as of Monday.
Forest Acres Police searching for missing man
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Forest Acres Police are asking for the public's help in finding missing 30-year-old Thomas Scott Willoch, who was last seen by his family last Thursday morning. Officials say Willoch…
SC for Ed to host 'Stand Up and Step Out' event
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- SC for Ed is hosting an event tomorrow to protest after House lawmakers did not pass the Senate's bill which would have given teachers and state employees a pay…
17 defendants charged in Midlands-based federal drug conspiracy
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- According to authorities, 17 individuals have been arrested following a multi-year investigation into a methamphetamine distribution ring operating out of the Lexington area. The arrests come after an over two year…
