Columbia Police are investigating a suspicious death on Broad River Road
Columbia Police say they are investigating a suspicious death.Investigators say it happened at the In-Town Suites Extended Stay
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Man wanted for armed robbery on Pinewood Road in Sumter
Sumter County Sheriff's Office are looking for a man wanted for an armed robbery at a convenience store on Pinewood Road.
Tigers in Columbia for Clemson Day at the State House
(WOLO) - Tigers invaded Gamecock country for Clemson Day at the State House. Administrators and deans from Clemson University along with lawmakers gathered to share how the university is serving…
"It will be a different world without you" teacher of 6 year old Faye Swetlik says in emotional post
Columbia, SC (WOLO)--- Morgen Sightler, a teacher at Springdale Elementary school had only been teaching Faye for 7 short months, but in that time, the two created a bond that is evident in…
Cayce DPS: Evidence suggests neighbor abducted, killed Faye Swetlik
CAYCE, S.C. (WOLO) --New details have been revealed on the cause of death for both six-year-old Faye Swetlik and a man found yards away from her body. Cayce Director of Public Safety Byron Snellgrove…
Cayce hosts Community Candlelight Vigil Honoring Life of Faye Swetlik
CAYCE, SC (WOLO)-- The City of Cayce hosted a Community Candlelight Vigil Honoring the Life of Faye Marie Swetlik. The vigil, Tuesday afternoon at 5:30pm, included a Moment of Silence and the Lighting of…
Roll up your sleeves at the Columbia Lifesavers Blood Drive
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Roll up your sleeves this Thursday! The City of Columbia is looking for local lifesavers. The 10th annual Columbia Lifesavers Blood Drive takes place Thursday from 7am to 3pm at the Columbia…
Teaching your kids how to be aware, but not afraid of their surroundings
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- It's important to make sure your kids are aware of their surroundings and know when a stranger might be dangerous. If they see something, they should say something. Todd Minemier…
NEW: Coroner releases autopsy results in Faye Swetlik case
CAYCE, SC (WOLO)--Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher, on Tuesday afternoon, released autopsy results for six year old Faye Swetlik. Fisher says the cause of death was asphyxiation. Fisher went on to say…
Gas Prices on the rise, again
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Prices at the pump are on the rise again in the Midlands. According to Gas Buddy, gas prices have risen nearly 10 cents a gallon in the last week. In Columbia, drivers…
Senate Approves new SC Wildlife Agency Director
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The South Carolina Senate has approved the new leader of the state wildlife agency. The Senate voted unanimously Thursday to make Robert Boyles Jr. the new director of the state Department of Natural Resources. The agency's…
Happening today: Coroner and Police to update Faye Swetlik case
CAYCE, SC (WOLO)--Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher is expected to release the results of six year old Faye Swetlik's autopsy Tuesday afternoon at 3pm. According to officials, Cayce Director of Public Safety …
Grammy award winner Darius Rucker is new Ambassador for SC Tourism
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Three-time Grammy award winner and South Carolina native Darius Rucker has a new job and it's working for the state of South Carolina. Rucker is now the official Ambassador…
One dead in motorcycle collision on Clemson Road
South Carolina Highway Patrol says a motorcyclist was killed in a collision on Monday on Clemson Road near Salusbury Lane.
Questions swirl over South Carolina 'Amber Alert' laws
Charleston, SC (WCIV) --- Many have been wondering why an Amber Alert was not issued for 6 year old Faye Swetlik and why one is not being issued for 10 year old Amyiah…
"We can't wait to see you again": Father of missing 10-year-old hoping for safe return
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- A 10-year-old is still missing in Richland County after not returning to her father in early February. Just 10 days after getting full custody of his daughter, Mansoor Watson brought…
Columbia Police need help identifying burglary suspect
Columbia,SC (WOLO)--- The Columbia Police Department is hoping someone recognizes a man they say is accused of breaking into a business last month. According to authorities, the man seen in this surveillance image is…
Donations in honor of Faye Swetlik continue to pour in
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --Caughman Harmon Funeral Home tells ABC Columbia News they will cover the entire cost of 6 year old Faye Swetlik's funeral. Three separate GoFundMe pages set up for to help the family…
Cayce Community rallies to remember Faye Swetlik
CAYCE, SC (WOLO)--Just days after learning six-year-old Faye Swetlik's body was found in her Cayce neighborhood, many people have gathered to honor her memory. ABC Columbia’s Tim Scott is live from the…
Be a Lifesaver: City of Columbia and Red Cross host Blood Drive this week
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Mark your calendars, The City of Columbia is looking for local lifesavers. The 10th annual Columbia Lifesavers Blood Drive takes place Thursday from 7am to 3pm at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention…
Memorial details released for Faye Swetlik
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Caughman Harman funeral home in Lexington tells ABC Columbia they will cover the entire cost of six year old Faye Swetlik's funeral. According to the Caughman Harman Lexington chapel website,…
DSS: 571 children adopted in 2019, highest number in over five years
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- In 2019, 571 children found their forever homes across the state. The Department of Social Services said it was the highest number of adoptions in over five…
Press conference on the Faye Swetlik case will take place at 3 p.m. Tuesday
Officials with the Cayce Department of Public Safety will update the public on the death investigation of Faye Swetlik on Tuesday afternoon.
Road Closure set for this week off Hwy 378 in Lexington County: SC DOT
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)-- If your commute takes you down Devils Backbone Road , there is a traffic alert. The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is announcing a temporary road closure for Devils Backbone Road near the intersection of US…
Kershaw County Coroner's Office identifies victim of fatal collision on I-20
Kershaw County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a fatal collision on I-20 West over the weekend.
