Body of North Carolina woman found in Eutawville, suspect to appear in court
A 67-year-old Eutawville man is charged with murder following the discovery of a woman's body in a wooded area last week.
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Coroner releases cause of death in early morning incident on Hallbrook Drive
The Richland County Coroner has released the cause of death of a 26-year-old man who was killed during an incident Sunday morning on Hallbrook Drive.
One person killed after fiery crash on Shuler Belt Road in Orangeburg
South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person was killed after a fiery crash on Sunday at Shuler Belt Road.
Seth Hopkins expected to enter plea for criminal sexual conduct charges
The son of the man arrested in a deadly shoot out with Florence County Officers last year, will have a plea hearing this morning.
Deputies investigating after man found shot in Richland Co.
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Deputies are investigating after a man was found shot in Richland County on Sunday. The incident happened in the 1100 block of Hallbrook Drive at 5:40 a.m. Deputies say they found a man who had been…
Prosecutors reviewing convicted SC sheriff's other charges
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) - A prosecutor says he will decide by January will decide how to handle a dozen other charges still pending against a former South Carolina sheriff convicted earlier this year. A judge sentenced ex-Greenville County sheriff Will…
Man fatally shot after attempting to break into someone's home
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC(WOLO)- Deputies are investigating after a man was fatally shot after attempting to break into someone's home Saturday morning. The incident happened in the 3900 block of Wellesley Drive at 6:15a.m. Prior to the shooting, deputies responded to…
T.L. Hanna's 'Radio' Kennedy, inspiration for 2003 film, dies at 73
James "Radio" Kennedy, a man with an intellectual disability who befriended a high school football team in South Carolina and was the inspiration for the 2003 film "Radio," died Sunday morning.
Deputies searching for suspects who burglarized Kershaw Co. gas station
KERSHAW ,SC (WOLO)-Deputies are investigating after a Midlands gas station was burglarized twice. On 11/30/2019 and 12/13/2019, the Wrightway BP Gas Station on Highway 34 in Ridgeway S.C. was burglarized. The suspect(s) took over 50 cartons of Newport Cigarettes valued…
Deputies looking for man who robbed Midlands thrift store at gunpoint
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Richland County deputies are looking for a man who robbed a thrift store at gun point on Friday. The incident happened at the His House Ministries Thrift Shop River Drive at 2:00p.m. The victim told deputies that a…
State Fairgrounds all aglow with drive through light display
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you are looking for some holiday fun this weekend, you might want to check out the new light display at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds. The State Fair is holding…
CCU responds to 'disturbing' video involving student saying 'extremely racist' words
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WCIV) — *NOTE: This story contains elements that some may find upsetting* Officials at Coastal Carolina University said they're looking into a "disturbing" video spreading across social media. In the video, which was taken off campus, a student…
Church volunteer gets 75 years for molesting boys as young as three
Charleston, SC (WOLO) --- A former volunteer at a low country church was sentenced to 75 years in prison for molesting boys as young as three in a bathroom during a children's program. 29…
A second chance: Partnership between SCDC, CIU yields 12 new graduates
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --For the last eleven years, the South Carolina Department of Corrections and Columbia International University have teamed up to give inmates a chance to earn a college degree. On Friday, twelve…
Operation Stash & Wedge puts 18 men behind bars
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)--An 18 month long investigation by both the Sumter Police Department and Sheriff's Office lead to 18 indictments on federal drug charges. Investigators say 18 men were indicted on conspiracy…
Richland Co. officials address Penny Tax audit
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Richland County's administrator addressed reports of an audit from the South Carolina Department of Revenue alleging mis-spending of millions by the county's penny program. Leonardo Brown read a prepared statement saying he couldn't comment too heavily on the…
Spring Valley High School sends Make-A-Wish kid on Disney Cruise
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Make-A-Wish South Carolina granted 209 wishes last year, thanks to community donors and volunteers. One of those partners is Spring Valley High School, which has raised money to…
Heavy rain brings severe flooding in W. Cola
Heavy rain on Friday is expected to continue causing possible flooding in some areas.
Two women wanted for stealing mail from multiple addresses in Orangeburg
Orangeburg County deputies are looking for two women accused of stealing mail from over two dozen addresses.
Burglary suspect who escaped custody last month has been caught
Lexington County deputies say a burglary suspect who escaped custody last month has been caught.Authorities say
Man accused in five points shooting sentenced to 40 years
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --The man accused of a 2018 shooting in five points was sentenced to 40 years in prison after pleading guilty in the fifth judicial circuit court. Authorities say Arthur Jones…
Lexington Police search for man accused of multiple assaults
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- The Lexington Police Department is hoping you can help them locate a suspect accused of assault and battery. According to authorities, 38 year old Calvin Simpson has…
You can still be an 'Angel' to a child in need this holiday
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Salvation Army is working to help Santa deliver presents to children in our area. This year, community members are supporting 25-hundred children in the Midlands thanks to your…
Lawmakers vote to send education reform bill to Senate floor
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --A bill that calls for changes in education across the state is on its way to the Senate Floor. The Senate Education Committee voted unanimously Thursday to give a favorable review…
Local Living: Columbia Christmas Pageant and Nutcracker
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In our look at Local Living, a holiday tradition hits the stage this weekend. Friday night the annual Columbia Christmas Pageant will light up the stage at First Baptist Church…
