Rock 4 Recovery campaigns kicks off for National Recovery Month
September is national recovery month and today First Lady Peggy McMaster helped the Lexington-Richland Alcohol Drug Abuse Council kick off an annual recovery program.
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18 years later, S.C. remembers and reflects on 9/11
No matter how many years go by, Sept. 11 is a day this country will never forget. Almost 3,000 Americans lost their lives at the hand of terrorism.
Winners of this year's free UofSC wedding announced
Columbia,SC (WOLO) --- The 40th Love Story Wedding held each year by the Unversity of South Carolina's wedding planning class announces this years winners. UofSC says Jillian Owens and Brian Morris…
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony to honor the fallen heroes
Local law enforcement officials and first responders are coming together to honor the fallen heroes at the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony.
SC lawmaker spent days in ICU after venomous snake bite
A state lawmaker spent days in the intensive care unit after a venomous snake bite in Lexington.
SC Highway Patrol investigating fatal accident on Bluff Road
The S.C. Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal collision that happened on Bluff Road near the intersection of Key Road on Tuesday night.
SC couple finds Civil War cannonballs washed up by Dorian
A couple combing a South Carolina beach after Hurricane Dorian thought they'd discovered a large rock, but soon realized they'd stumbled upon two Civil War-era cannonballs lodged in the sand.
People discuss constitutionality of "fetal heartbeat" bill at Senate Subcommittee meeting
A bill which would virtually ban all abortions once a fetus develops at heartbeat has several people fired up.
Boeing dealing with more setbacks, 777X fails a safety test
Boeing is dealing with yet another setback.
New chairs help comfort families during their stay at Ronald McDonald House Columbia
Families at the Ronald McDonald House in Columbia can now be even more comfortable during their stay, thanks to a donation from La-Z-Boy.
Police: Several people transported to hospital after school bus collides with car near AC Flora High
An accident between a school bus and a car on Falcon Drive and Florawood Drive sent multiple people to the hospital, according to the Forest Acres Police Department.
Westwood High student charged for carrying knives and making school threats, deputies say
A 15-year-old Westwood High School student is charged for carrying a weapon on school property and student threats, according to the Richland County Sheriff's Office.
Vehicle overturns on I-20 East near Exit 59 after collision
South Carolina Highway Patrol says a vehicle overturned on I-20 east near Exit 59 after an early morning collision.
One dead after fiery collision on I-26 west near Exit 169
South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person is dead after a fiery collision on I-26 west near Exit 169 on Monday.
Man accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of tools
Richland Co, SC (WOLO) -- - the richland county sheriff's department is hoping the public can help them identify a man accused of stealing from a home improvement store. Deputies say the man…
Country music songwriter workshop gives tips on breaking into the industry
Richland, Co., SC (WOLO) --- The next country songwriter could come from right here in the Midlands. Monday night, SCETV held a Carolina Country Songwriting workshop for all current and aspiring songwriters in…
Columbia Police Chief says Five Points incident video does not tell the whole story
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- A little more than 24 hours after a video showing a Columbia Police officer punching a man in the head six times was posted on the internet, Columbia Police…
Gas station shootings in Sumter tied to rival gang activity, police say
A shooting incident that killed two people and injured three is believed to related to rival gang activity, according to the Sumter Police Department.
Richland One implements clear bag policy for sporting events
Richland Co, SC. (WOLO) --- If you plan on attending a high school football game in Richland One we have a policy change to tell you about. According to the district beginning…
Deputies searching for suspect who stole nearly $2,000 in goods from Lowe's
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man wanted for shoplifting.
More than 200 senior citizens participating in annual 'Senior Games'
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- This week, athletes ages 50 and older are competing for gold, silver and bronze medals as part of the 32nd annual Midlands Area Senior Games. It's put on by…
Massive SC education overhaul bill faces another delay
A small group of senators going line by line over a massive bill overhauling South Carolina's education system aren't ready to finish their work yet.
Local Living: Saluda Shoals Park, plus Hootie & The Blowfish
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- We have a lot going on in the Midlands this week. So grab your calendar and let's take a look at Local Living here in the Midlands. First up, if you're…
Police investigating after video shows officer punch man
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Columbia Police Department is responding after video surfaced on social media. The cell phone footage shows a person being arrested by a CPD officer. In the video the officer appears to punch the suspect several times…
