RCSD: 2019 murder rates drop 22 percent from 2018
Richland County deputies say the murder rates in 2019 have dropped 22 percent from 2018, with the number decreasing from 27 to 21.
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Pedestrian killed after being hit by car in Columbia
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- A pedestrian was killed after being hit by a car Saturday night. The incident happened at Wilson Boulevard and McLeod Street in Columbia around 7:15 p.m. Patrick Lydell Patterson,47, was attempting to cross the street when he was…
Man arrested after shooting inside Vista nightclub that injured 2
A man has been arrested after a shooting at the Social Bar and Lounge in the Vista on Gervais Street that injured two people.
Officer killed after shooting at Florence Airport
FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — An officer was killed in an officer-involved shooting at the Florence Airport, according to Florence County Coroner Keith von Lutcken. An official with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division says the suspect initially fled the scene,…
Body found in water identified as missing SC man
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (AP) - A body found in the water in South Carolina has been identified as a man reported missing last month. Mount Pleasant Police spokesman Inspector Chris Rosier says the body of 20-year-old Alexander Elliott was recovered…
Man suffers cardiac event while driving and crashes car
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)-One person is dead after a single vehicle crash on I-77 Friday morning. Paul Ivy Edwards, Jr.,74, was driving south on I-77 when he suffered a cardiac event which caused the vehicle to leave the roadway, according…
Woman dies after tree falls on her home in Irmo
IRMO,SC (WOLO)- One person is dead after a tree fell onto a home in Irmo Friday night. The incident happened at 8:00 p.m. at a home on Beechwood Lane. Gertraud Maria Walker,63, was in her bedroom when a tree fell…
One of 3 murder suspects arrested after multi-agency pursuit
AIKEN, SC (WOLO) – One of three murder suspects was arrested Saturday morning after multi-agency pursuit. Thomas Anthony Henderson,18, is being charged with 2 counts of Murder for the deaths of Mel'isha Jackson,26, and her 1-year-old son, Elijah. Two other…
Swearing In Ceremony set for Tuesday for City of Columbia Council Members
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Happening Tuesday, a swearing-in ceremony will be held for two re-elected City Council members and one newly elected City Council member, say city officials. According to a release, the following Council members will be sworn in: - Councilman…
Deputies need help identifying daycare burglary suspect
Richland County deputies need your help identifying whoever broke into a daycare on New Year's Eve. Authorities say at approximately 8:30PM on December 31st, the person seen here broke into the Children’s World…
Edgefield corrections officer arrested
Columbia,SC (WOLO)--- A former correctional officer at Trenton Correctional Institution has been arrested. SCDC says 24 year old Kembria Merriweather is accused of providing contraband to an inmate and misconduct in office. According to authorities,…
Orangeburg deputies say burglary suspect caught red handed
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) -- A Cordova man accused of burglarizing a home, was taken into custody after deputies say they arrived at the home as we was coming out. Orangeburg County Deputies were called…
Lawmakers considering bill requiring interlock system for drivers charged with DUI
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --With the legislative session set to begin in less than two weeks, lawmakers are considering a bill that toughens the state’s stance on drunk driving. This bill, if…
Congressman James Clyburn reacts to US Iran Airstrike
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina lawmakers are reacting to the news of the US airstrike in Iran. South Carolina's Democratic Congressman, James Clyburn, tweeted this reaction. " The President’s unilateral action places our…
Rep. Joe Wilson launches 2020 agenda and reacts to US Airstrike
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--U.S. Representative Joe Wilson is reacting to the airstrike from his office in West Columbia. The Republican was in town Friday to announce his legislative agenda for the…
SC man accused of burning apartment after getting eviction note
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - A South Carolina man is accused of starting the new year by setting fire to an apartment complex that served him with an eviction notice on New Year's Eve. News outlets report Forrest Lavery West…
No one hurt after apartment fire at Colonial Village off West Avenue
Columbia Fire officials say no one is hurt after an apartment fire at Colonial Village off West Avenue today.
USGS reports a 1.8 magnitude earthquake near Cayce this morning
United States Geological Survey officials say an 1.8 magnitude earthquake appeared near Cayce this morning.
Father, Daughter killed in deadly New Year's Day hunting accident
(CNN/WCBD) Winnsboro, SC--- A 30 year old man and his nine year old daughter were fatally shot in a hunting accident in South Carolina on New Year's day. Authorities say while their hunting…
Reckless driver caused around $80K in damages on Peach Orchard Road
Sumter County deputies say an accused reckless driver caused around $80k in damages on Peach Orchard Road in November.
Man charged with carjacking by force hours after prison release
Orangeburg,SC (WOLO)---Bond has been denied for a Gadsenman accused of carjacking a woman less than a day after his release from Prison Tuesday. Orangeburg County deputies arrested 29 year old Lamar Barnes just 12…
Foundation seeks $6.6 million to repair Vietnam-era helicopter following collision
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --Three weeks ago, troopers say drunk driver crashed into a former Army helicopter near Columbia International Airport that saw action in the Vietnam War and Operation Desert Storm. The Celebrate Freedom…
Here's where to recycle your Christmas Tree: Grinding of the Greens
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Now that the holidays are over , when you get rid of that Christmas tree, why not turn it into mulch? Keep The Midlands Beautiful is once again holding…
Gas prices could be lowest in February, according to Gas Buddy
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--As we head into the new year one travel group says gas prices will be lower in 2020. Gas Buddy is forecasting gas prices this year will be two…
Keeping your resolution for a healthier 2020
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- As we begin a new year and a new decade, many people have resolutions or goals that they'd like to achieve. For a lot of people, they want to eat healthier…
