Man arrested for home invasion at Beltline Boulevard
Richland County deputies say they have arrested a man wanted for a home invasion at Beltline Boulevard earlier this month.
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7th COVID-19 related death announced in South Carolina
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has announced two additional deaths in South Carolina bringing the total number of deaths statewide to 7.…
Local teen's 'Adios Corona' song gives people something to smile about
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- A Midlands teen has written and performed a song that captures a feeling we all probably have: coronavirus, you're not wanted here. It's a performance that's gone…
DHEC: SC has 44 additional cases of Coronavirus
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tuesday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced it is investigating 44 additional cases of coronavirus. DHEC says this brings the total number statewide to 342 cases in 36…
SC schools closed through April
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Students will not return to South Carolina classrooms until at least the end of April. Tuesday Governor Henry McMaster and State Superintendent Molly Spearman released a joint statement. It reads in part, …
All SC State Parks to close Wednesday and Thursday to implement policies amid coronavirus
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- All state parks in South Carolina are closing Wednesday and Thursday as officials figure out and implement new policies to help control the spread of the coronavirus. Officials say the 47 parks should reopen Friday, but…
Columbia seeking input from small businesses
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- City officials say they are extremely concerned about the impact of the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic on small businesses. The Office of Business Opportunities is offering this survey, https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/COVID-19COCbizsurvey , to determine the best way the…
City of Columbia launches online resource for those working and learning from home
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The City of Columbia has a new online resource for those working and learning from home. The City has launched http://www.columbiasharenet.org/ The website provides resources to residents of Columbia area tailored to children/youth, adults,…
First COVID-19 case reported at Shaw Air Force Base
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)--A dependent of an active duty Air Force airman has tested positive for the coronavirus. Officals say the patient was tested off base and the couple are now in isolation at their…
Parking Services announces no payments for parking meters and garages to support social distancing
The City of Columbia Parking Services Division continues to support efforts of social distancing and the entire business community.
Sumter County is investigating a vehicle fire with bodies found inside
Sumter County authorities are investigating a vehicle fire after two bodies were found inside.Officials say they found the bodies inside
Two men wanted for credit card fraud in Richland County
Richland County deputies are looking for two men wanted for credit card fraud after they say two men are accused of using the card.
SC Governor: new Executive Order allows Law Enforcement to disperse groups of 3 or more
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In an Executive Order on Monday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster is now urging South Carolinians to avoid gatherings of three or more people in an attempt to slow the spread…
Senior Resources providing free meals to Richland Co. senior citizens
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Senior Resources is making sure that no senior citizen in Richland County goes hungry, as the threat of COVID-19 continues. On Monday, the Emergency Senior Nutrition Program…
DHEC: Two more reported deaths related to Coronavirus in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Monday, The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control reported the state’s fourth and fifth deaths related to the coronavirus. DHEC says this brings the state’s total number of deaths to five. According to a release,…
Columbia City Council approves $6 million economic stimulus plan
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The Columbia City Council passed an emergency economic relief package it says will help businesses and residents survive the pandemic. According to Mayor Steve Benjamin the "Resilient Columbia" stimulus…
US Dept. of Ed grants SC request to waive some standardized testing
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Students in South Carolina will not take any more standardized tests this school year. Monday state superintendent Molly Spearman announced the US Department of Education has approved the state's assessment suspension waiver. That means the state will not…
City of Columbia: Free Parking Meters and Garages in wake of Coronavirus
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Monday, the City of Columbia Parking Services announced the parking meters and parking garages in the city would be free. According to a release from City officials, "as…
Lexington School District Three updates Student Feeding Program
Lexington School District Three has updated its Student Feeding Program to limit contact during the COVID-19 pandemic.
SCDHEC announces 22 new cases of COVID-19, 195 statewide
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is investigating 22 additional cases of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus. This brings the total number statewide to 195 cases in 33 counties. New positive cases Beaufort County: 2 cases…
Man dies after vehicle strikes trees, overturns on I-20
A man was killed after his vehicle went off Interstate 20 and slammed into several trees before overturning, the Lexington County coroner said. Marco Antonio Miranda-Giron, 26, of Gilbert, died from his injuries from…
MUSC tightens visitation rules amid COVID-19 outbreak
CHARLESTON, SC (WCIV) — MUSC Health has strengthened their visitation rules for pregnant women, children and adult patients to limit the spread of the coronavirus. Their rules and regulations will line up with Governor Henry McMaster's executive order on Friday…
Spokeswoman: Vice President Mike Pence and wife test negative for the coronavirus
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Mike Pence and his wife Karen have tested negative for the coronavirus according to a spokeswoman from the VP's office. We…
Two people are dead after Dillon County shooting
DILLON COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Two people are dead following a deadly shooting that occurred Saturday night in the Little Rock community of Dillon County, according to Capt. Cliff Arnette with the Dillon County Sheriff's Office. At this time, the…
FDA approves new test that can detect the coronavirus in about 45 minutes
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The US Food and Drug Administration has authorized the first rapid diagnostic test that could detect the novel coronavirus in approximately 45 minutes, according to CNN. The authorization was made Friday by California-based Cepheid, which makes the…
