Identity of National Guard Soldier who died at Fort Jackson released
Officials at Fort Jackson have released the name of the man who was found unresponsive during a training exercise on the military base Wednesday.
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Former maintenance worker among those charged with giving inmates drugs, cell phones and other contraband valued at $350K
Officials with the South Carolina Department of Corrections say two people have been arrested and charged with working together to bring contraband into Lee Correctional Institution, and charges are pending against a third man.
Florence officer laid to rest
As many recognize National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, a Florence officer is laid to rest
Man charged after leaving two guns on school campus following early morning workout: Sheriff
An early morning workout at Lexington High School landed a man behind bars after weapons were found inside a bag he reportedly left behind.
Fire crews extinguish blaze at vacant Jabay Drive home
Columbia fire crews worked to extinguish a blaze at a vacant home on Jabay Drive Thursday morning.
Man arrested after a more than 30 mile chase on I-20 west
South Carolina Highway Patrol says they arrested a man that led troopers on a high-speed chase on I-20 west that lasted over 30 miles.
Join ABC Columbia today for annual Blood Drive
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Today is the day to join ABC Columbia for our annual Blood Drive. ABC Columbia is partnering with the Red Cross for this annual event at the Plex at…
'Grinding of the Greens' ends today
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Now that the Chirstmas has past and we've rung in a New Year, if you're still holding on to that beautiful tree you had up to celebrate, today is the last day to have it recycled.…
Orangeburg man arrested on numerous drug charges
An Orangeburg man is back in jail on more drug charges. Morton is charged with possession with intent to distribute.
One man arrested; another wanted for unrelated charges in Sumter
Sumter Police Department say one man was arrested this week and another is on the run for unrelated charges.
Bill to reduce numbers of UofSC trustees, seats on board advances
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- A bill to remove all of the elected University of South Carolina Trustees from the board and reduce the number of seats is advancing in the State House. A…
Here's how you can help the City of Columbia plan for 2036
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The city is hosting a series of meetings to put together a plan for 2036, and they want to hear from you. They're asking people who live and work here to come…
Woman accused of shooting a woman during NYE argument
Orangeburg,SC (WOLO)--- A New Year's eve argument ends in gunfire and now Orangeburg deputies say the woman accused of pulling the trigger is behind bars. Deputies say 32 year old Brandon Tyler was involved…
Serve and Connect sets up fund for fallen officer, Founder Kassy Alia Ray offers support
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A memorial fund has been set up to help the family of fallen officer Jackson Winkeler. Winkeler was shot and killed during a traffic stop Sunday while working as an…
Roll up your sleeves for the ABC Columbia, Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you are looking to give the gift of life, you can attend the ABC Columbia Blood Drive. ABC Columbia is partnering with the Red Cross for this annual…
State Flags to fly at Half Staff in honor of slain SC officer
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Flags across South Carolina will fly at Half Staff Thursday in honor of fallen Officer Jackson Winkeler. Governor Henry McMaster ordered the flags on all state buildings to be lowered…
'No War on Iran' protest vigil held at State House
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- On Wednesday, the Carolina Peace Resource Center held a 'No War on Iran' protest vigil at the State House in response to recent tensions with Iran. The Center is a…
Soldier dies at Ft. Jackson
Ft. Jackson, S.C. (WOLO)--Officials at Fort Jackson say an Army National Guard soldier has died. A spokesperson for the base says the 19 year old from Minnesota was found unresponsive Wednesday morning. The soldier's name is being withheld until the…
SC Congressman react to President Trump's remarks on Iran
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Congressman are reacting to President Donald Trump's remarks on Iran Wednesday. In a release, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham made the following statement: “A homerun speech by President Trump about…
U.S. Army warning Americans about fake text messages about military draft
Tensions are extremely high following the airstrike that killed Iran's elite Quds Force commander, Major General Qassem Soleimani, in Baghdad, Iraq, but don't be fooled by any text messages that you might receive saying you've been selected for a military draft.
Two wanted for multiple shopliftings at Walgreen's on Forest Drive
Forest Acres police say they need your help to find two suspects wanted for many shoplifting incidents at Walgreen's on Forest Drive.
Letters stolen from three entrance signs at River Bluff High School
Lexington Police need your help to find who stole letters from three entrance signs at River Bluff High School.
Jury chosen in alleged insurance scheme turned deadly
A jury has been chosen in the trial of a Georgetown woman accused of having a vacant mobile home torched in order to collect insurance, not knowing her son was inside. Authorities say the…
Search continues for gunman accused of shooting woman in front of kids at Medical center
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The search continued Tuesday night into Wednesday for a man wanted in connection to a shooting at a Midlands Medical Center. A shooting in broad daylight in the…
SC ranked as one of worst states to raise a family
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --South Carolina is among the worst states in the country to raise a family. That's according to a new survey released by wallethub.com where South Carolina was ranked…
