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Human remains found in Kershaw County identified as man reported missing in 2018

Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office has updated the public on a cold case from 2018.

Vulnerable adult last seen on Wednesday found safe

Columbia Police says Jones was found and is safe.

CPD: Pedestrian hit by driver on Columbiana Drive

On Monday night, the 300 block of Columbiana Drive was closed after a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle, said Columbia PD.

Police: Victim in Farrow Rd. shooting dies

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The Richland County Coroner's Office has released the name of the man killed Monday on…

Hurricane Helene Assistance Deadline Approaching

Hurricane Helene disaster assistance deadline approaching

Tuesday, Jan. 27, is the last day to apply FEMA disaster assistance following Hurricane Helene.

One killed, one injured during weekend Sumter shooting

One person was killed and another was injured during a shooting at a Midlands hotel over the weekend.

Local Living: Benedict College's Harambee Festival

Local Living: United Way of the Midlands' 7th annual “Driving Down Main” golf tournament

Local Living: United Way of the Midlands' 7th annual “Driving Down Main” golf tournament.

Police: one injured in afternoon shooting

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Columbia Police say one person is injured after a shooting at a local apartment complex. Investigators say they responded to the Village at River's Edge on McQueen St. just after 4pm Monday. Police say they are interviewing…

19-year-old arrested in connection with driving SUV into home

Forest Acres Police Chief Don Robinson announces the arrest of a 19-year-old in connection with driving an SUV into a home earlier this month.

Law enforcement investigating fatal Caughman Road hit-and-run

Columbia Police Department investigators have released photos of a vehicle that was allegedly involved in a fatal hit-and-run, said investigators.

Man convicted of burning Columbia Walmart sentenced

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Officials with the Fifth Judicial Circuit Solicitor's Office say on January 23rd Laurence Blocker pleaded guilty to setting a fire in Walmart on Garners Ferry Rd. Judge Milton Kimspon sentenced him to 8 years in prison. On…

Elderly lady taken to hospital after crashing into gas station, police say

An elderly lady has been taken to a hospital after crashing into a Gervais Street gas station, says Columbia Police.

Columbia Parks & Recreation Department launches new Park & Play Recreational Van

The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department has announced the launch of its new community Park and Play mobile recreation van that will debut on January 30 at 3:30 pm at St. Anna’s Park.

Columbia Police investigating fatal Farrow Road shooting

Columbia Police is investigating a shooting that happened in the 5700 block of Farrow Road, said officers.

80th Anniversary Of Auschwitz Liberation

Remembering Liberation of Auschwitz

On Monday morning, Jan. 27, Governor Henry McMaster served as a keynote speaker for a program commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz.

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Ways to avoid common mistakes when filing a tax return

Monday is the first day of tax season and SCDOR has some tips to avoid common mistakes when filing your 2024 Individual Income Tax returns.

Columbia Police arrest 19-year-old in connection with fatal Doctor’s Circle shooting

Columbia Police has arrested a 19-year-old in connection with a fatal shooting of a man on Doctor’s Circle, said police.

Two dead & two injured in a collision at SC-121 in Saluda Co.

South Carolina Highway Patrol says two people are dead following a two vehicle collision Sunday night at SC-121 in Saluda.

Large fire at Amick Farms remains under investigation

According to the Saluda County Emergency Management Division, a large fire broke out at Amick Farms on Saturday night, one of Saluda County’s largest employers.

Town of Lexington temporarily halts company due to multiple damaged gas lines

The Town of Lexington has issued a stop work order to Ripple Fiber following recent incidents where the company hit and damaged multiple Dominion Energy gas lines.

Longtime Orangeburg County Deputy passes away at 67

Sheriff Leroy Ravenell and the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office are mourning the passing of a retired longtime deputy and friend, Retired Deputy Bobby Jones.