Senator Graham speaks at Lexington and Richland County Republican Party event
(WOLO) - US Senator Lindsey Graham was back in the midlands Tuesday night as a guest speaker for the Lexington and Richland County Republican Parties…
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RCSD searching for suspect in connection to deadly shooting at local bar
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is seeking the public’s help finding a suspect wanted in connection with the deadly shooting at McCary's Bar and Grill. Ernest Condre Bethel, 26, is wanted on two counts of murder,…
Man found guilty of murder for stabbing 17-year-old Dutch Fork student at Cook Out
24-year-old Kierin Dennis, of Lexington, was found guilty of murder for the 2014 killing of a Dutch Fork High School student Da'von Capers, according to the 11th Circuit Solicitor's Office.
Lexington Co. firefighters trained in using narcan to reverse opioid overdoses
Lexington County firefighters are doing their part to combat the opioid crisis.
Police release sketch of man involved in church armed robbery in Forest Acres
The Forest Acres Police Department is releasing the composite sketch of the suspect involved in armed robbery and shooting on Sunday around.
SC man gets 22 years for neglect death of stepfather
A man has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for beating his stepfather and tying him to his bed all while draining his bank account from $60,000 to 93 cents.
16 local butchers compete to qualify for National Meat Cutting Challenge
Professional meat cutters are putting their skills on the chopping block, hoping for the chance to win $20,000. It’s an annual competition for Texas Roadhouse butchers across the country.
SLED investigating death on USC Campus
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- A spokesperson for State Law Enforcement Division tells ABC Columbia investigators responded to a death on the campus of the University of South Carolina at the Greek Village. SLED spokesperson Thom Berry says SLED is there in…
Pelion Elementary unveils new vending machine full of knowledge, no snacks
Lexington, SC (WOLO) -- if you are like most parents, you'd probably rather your children binge on a good book ,instead of surgary snacks. Pelion Elemtary is testing it out with the help of a new vending machine. Students at…
Suspect caught after armed robbery at Food Lion on Broad River Road led to chase
Richland County deputies say they captured a suspect after an armed robbery at a Food Lion led to a chase.
Officials: Suspicious package dropped of at CPD headquarters is safe
Columbia Fire officials say a suspicious package that was dropped off at the Columbia Police Department headquarters turned out to be safe.
Richland library helps clear a path to top career industries
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The Richland Library is helping Midlands residents get the information they need to excel in some of the countries top industries. If you are in the market for a…
3 suspects wanted in connection to Orangeburg shooting arrested
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) -- Three remaining suspects wanted in connection to an August 15th shooting that sent one man to the hospital have been taken into custody. According to Sheriff Leroy Ravenell the suspects…
Sumter Police continues recovery efforts for five-year-old Nevaeh Adams
Sumter Police say they have enough forensic evidence to charge Daunte Johnson with the murder of five-year-old Nevaeh Adams.
Church security conference aims to keep houses of worship safe
Columbia,SC (WOLO)--- An area insurance company that insures churches is determined to keep houses of worship safe. This, just 24 hours after police say a gunman tried to rob members of a church, Shooting one person during a 6AM Sunday…
Thousands attend American Idol auditions in Columbia, hoping to get that golden ticket
On Monday, the first round of auditions for American Idol were held at the Pastides Alumni Center in Columbia. Anyone who is a legal U.S. resident and between the ages of 15 and 28 were eligible to register and audition.
AAA estimates more South Carolinians to hit the road for Labor Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you ready for the unofficial end to those summer vacations? You are not alone. According to AAA Carolinas, 502,640 South Carolinians will hit the road for one last vacation. The number is a 3% increase from…
Sumter Police Chief says based on forensic evidence Nevaeh Adams is deceased
Sumter Police are scheduled to hold a news conference at three o'clock Monday afternoon about a case that has rocked the state.
City to commemorate Women's Equality Day, "She Did Day"
Monday City of Columbia plans Proclaim August 26th as #SheDid Day along with Historic Columbia, and the Women’s Rights Empowerment Network (WREN).
One injured after overnight shooting on Benedict Street
Columbia Police say one man is hurt after an overnight shooting on the 62 hundred block of Benedict Street.
ABC Columbia has live coverage of American Idol auditions in Columbia today
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The search for the next Superstar is on! It's that time of the year where singers across the country start warming up their vocal…
Cardinal Newman School gets new slogan after racist videos, threat
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A private Catholic high school is South Carolina has unveiled a new slogan after a student was accused of making racist videos and threatening his school. The State newspaper reports the new motto for Cardinal Newman…
Beto O'Rourke to visit Benedict College on Tuesday
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Democratic presidential candidate Beto O'Rourke will visit Benedict College on Tuesday. This marks his fifth trip to the Palmetto State and his first trip back since the mass shooting in El Paso. The event will be…
Kamala Harris takes part in South Carolina black pride events
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCIV) — Kamala Harris spent a couple of days in South Carolina amid her presidential run. On Friday, Harris attended black pride events in the Columbia area. She participated in a happy hour at Gold Den with actress…
SC plans ribbon cutting ceremony at Volvo's I-26 interchange
RIDGEVILLE, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina is planning a celebration to open a new interchange on Interstate 26 for Volvo Cars plant in Berkeley County. Gov. Henry McMaster is joining state commerce and transportation officials as well as local leaders…
