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.
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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…
DDSN hosts inaugural Holiday Market Square
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- For the first time, the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs hosted a holiday market to showcase locally made products by people with disabilities or special needs.…
South Carolina native, PGA golfer Tommy Gainey arrested in Florida prostitution sting
A professional golfer was one of 124 people arrested in Florida in a prostitution and human-trafficking sting.
Manhunt: Investigators release video of armed robbery at Corner Pantry
Investigators with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are searching for the man who robbed a Farrow Road convenience store at gunpoint.
Death investigation underway after man's body found on Blossom Street
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - According to a tweet from the Columbia Police Department, a man's body was found on Blossom Street Thursday morning. Authorities say there are no immediate signs of foul play. Check back…
No injuries reported in house fire on Olympia Ave.
According to officials with the Columbia Fire Department, no one was hurt in a house fire on Olympia Avenue Thursday morning.
Five Points shooter sentenced to 40 years in prison
Fifth Judicial Circuit court says a man accused of a 2018 shooting at Five Points has pleaded guilty and sentenced to 40 years in prison.
Wild boars determined culprit in series of upstate horse attacks
Greenville, SC (WOLO) -- - SLED investigators say wild boars are to blame for a series of attacks on horses in the upstate. The joint investigation involved five incidents that took place within…
Man wanted for shooting this month has been captured
Authorities say Jamel Higgs was arrested at a Charlotte apartment complex by US Marshals on Wednesday, December 11th, 2019.
SC attorney general calls for Columbia Mayor to repeal two gun ordinances
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The state's Attorney General is questioning the legality of two gun ordinances passed by Columbia City Council this year. The ordinances pertained to gun free school zones and extreme risk protections.…
Two people are injured after train hits tractor trailer
Berkley Co, SC (WOLO) -- Two people were hurt when a train slammed into a tractor trailer in Saint Stephen this morning and witnesses captured the entire incident all in video. Berkeley County officials…
Columbia police investigating shooting that left two injured
Columbia, SC ( WOLO)--- The Columbia police Department is actively investigating a shooting they say took place in the 5700 block if Randall Avenue this evening. According to authorities, an officer was patrolling the area…
Chapin HS student charged with threats over alleged money dispute
Lexington Co.,SC --- A 17 year old Chapin High School student is in hot water after Lexington deputies say he made threats to students at the school. According to deputies who interviewed the male student, who is not being identified…
Judge upholds Republican party decision for no presidential primary
Columbia, SC (WOLO)--- A judge has upheld the South Carolina Republican Party's decision not to hold a 2020 presidential primary. In the order released Wednesday Judge Jocelyn Newman wrote, the law does…
SC flu season is here with a vengeance
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- More and more people across the state are starting to come down with the flu. South Carolina health officials say nearly 100 people have been hospitalized with flu-like…
Pair of S.C. lawmakers push for Equal Rights Amendment ratification vote
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --A Constitutional amendment guaranteeing equal rights for men and women could become a topic of debate in the State House. Even though it’s been nearly fifty years since the Equal Rights…
Local Living: Candlelight Tours, Carriage rides and Drive through Lights
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you would like to take a walk back in time for this holiday season, Historic Columbia is offering Candlelight Tours of the Robert Mills House and the Hampton Preston Mansion.…
Holiday Market Square to showcase work by Department of Disabilities crafters
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- You have a chance to get a one of a kind Christmas gift. Thursday, the Department of Disabilities and Special Needs is holding its first ever holiday market at its office…
Salvation Army will provide Christmas gifts for 2,500 local children
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- The Salvation Army of the Midlands is working to make sure every child in need has a present to open Christmas morning. Thanks to the generosity of…
