Suspects wanted for multiple vehicle break-ins on Crown Point Road
Columbia Police Department is looking for at least four suspects involved in multiple vehicle break-ins in Columbia.
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Prayer vigil held after devastating tornado hits North Central High School
KERSHAW, SC (WOLO)-A tornado devastated a high school campus, but did not devastate the community around it. North Central High School was torn apart by an EF-2 tornado over the weekend, now students, alum…
Two deputies shot at during Newberry officer involved shooting
Newberry , SC (WOLO) ---There has been an officer involved shooting in Newberry county tonight after two deputies were shot at during a chase on Holloway Street near Wise Street. According to the Sheriff's office, the chase started just before…
Couisnard, South Carolina stun No. 10 Kentucky 81-78
Freshman Jermaine Couisnard hit a 3-pointer as the buzzer sounded and South Carolina rallied from 14 points down in the second half to stun No. 10 Kentucky 81-78 on Wednesday night.
Chase suspect killed in deadly accident fleeing from trooper
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - An early morning chase ended in a deadly wreck early Wednesday morning. According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department the pursuit started around 1:15 a.m. when a Highway Patrol trooper tried to make a traffic stop…
Pro-life supporters gather at State House, call on lawmakers to pass fetal heartbeat bill
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --Governor Henry McMaster (R-South Carolina) stood with hundreds of pro-life supporters at the State House to encourage lawmakers to pass a bill that would ban virtually all abortions in South Carolina.…
DHEC offering free radon test kits, encouraging people to test their homes
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- January is National Radon Action Month, which makes this the perfect time to make sure your home is safe from the gas. The South Carolina Department of Health…
Police: SUV sought in hit and run
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Columbia police are searching for a car they believe was involved in a recent hit and run. Investigators say a a white or light-colored newer model, mid-size SUV hit a man who was walking on West Beltline Blvd.…
Survey: SC smokers spend $1.2 million on habit in lifetime
Washington, D.C. (WOLO)--The average smoker in South Carolina spends more than $1.2 million on the habit in their lifetime. That is according to a survey released today by wallethub.com. The tally…
Christmas party shooting ruled self defense
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)-- Police in Lexington say a deadly shooting outside a Christmas party was in self defense. Investigators say on December 20th Wesley Warren-Camp was shot and killed outside of the party…
USGS reports a 2.3 magnitude earthquake occurred near Kershaw
KERSHAW, S.C. (WOLO) - The U.S. Geological Survey has reported an earthquake occurred Wednesday morning near Kershaw. The earthquake had a magnitude of 2.3. The quake occurred just before 5 a.m. USGS reports a 2.3 magnitude #earthquake occurred near Kershaw,…
Possible homicide investigation underway in Kershaw after body found near abandoned vehicle
Kershaw County deputies are investigating a possible homicide on Green Hill Road in Elgin.
Men sought following armed robberies at Sumter convenience store
At least three suspects are wanted by the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office following armed robberies at the Young’s convenience store.
Lexington County deputies need help identifying burglary suspect
Lexington County deputies need your help to find a man wanted for a burglary last month. Authorities have released surveillance video.
Calhoun Co. suspect sought in attack of woman during home invasion, robbery
Calhoun Co, SC (WOLO) -- The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office needs help finding a man accused of breaking into a home in the Lone Star community. The attacker beat a woman…
5 Democratic presidential candidates confirmed to attend King Day at The Dome
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- So far, five of the 12 Democratic candidates running for president have confirmed that they will be in Columbia for King Day at the Dome on Monday. Former Vice President Joe…
Lawmakers move education reform to top of priorities for legislative session
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --With lawmakers returning to the Capital City, there are several key issues that are going to be debated over the next few months. One of the biggest issues on…
Local Living: Yum! Restaurant Week and Oyster Roast
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– It’s the most edible time of the year! It is ‘Restaurant week’ in Columbia. The food festival gives you a chance to sample all the different menus in the Midlands and…
Teachers prepare for students' return after tornado damages Kershaw Co. high school
Kershaw Co., S.C. (WOLO) --- Although North Central High School was nearly destroyed by a confirmed tornado this past weekend, students are expected to return to school on Wednesday.…
Parts of West Columbia Riverwalk closed due to flooding
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you are looking to take a walk or run near the Riverwalk, parts of it are closed in West Columbia. City officials say the West Columbia Riverwalk, from the Gervais Street Bridge to the Moffatt Street…
Teachers have immediate need after EF2 Tornado rips through North Central HS: Here's how you can help
Following the devastating tornado that tore through a South Carolina high school over the weekend, the community is pulling together to offer assistance.
Water waste treatment plant coming to Fairfield County
Fairfield County Council voted to move forward with building a water waste treatment plant. The vote did not pass without backlash.
Juvenile will be charged for making online threat toward E.L. Wright Middle School
Richland County deputies say a juvenile will be charged for making a threat toward a middle school on social media.
Dabo Swinney's comments on Clemson's loss to LSU in National Championship
Monday night's loss snapped Clemson's 29-game winning streak and ended the Tigers' bid to repeat at national champions.
Trevor Lawrence disappointed after LSU loss
Clemson sophomore QB Trevor Lawrence had his first loss of his college career Monday night. The 2020 National Championship game saw his team fall 42-25 to the LSU Tigers.
