Riverbanks Zoo oldest elephant known for her "spunk" has died
Officials with Riverbanks Zoo confirmed that one of their two African elephants died unexpectedly overnight.
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Columbia Police respond to shots fired call on Two Notch Road
Columbia Police say they have responded to a shots fired call overnight on Two Notch Road with no injuries being reported.
Second victim dies in early morning shooting at McCary's Bar & Grill
Richland County deputies say two people have been killed after a shooting on Bush River Road.
Free Times celebrates Columbia nominees in annual contest
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Free Times is celebrating the best of the best. Wednesday night at the South Carolina State Museum, the local newspaper invited those nominated by readers area residents…
American Idol auditions stop in Columbia Monday
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- It's that time of the year where singers across the country start warming up their vocal cords to try out for one of the longest running television singing…
Providence Health patient reunites with doctor, EMTs who saved his life
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — A patient of Providence Health in Columbia reunited Wednesday with the people who saved his life. In March, John Johnson had a ruptured hernia and lost consciousness at home.…
Jim Hudson donates 25k to law enforcement for active threat equipment
Lexington, SC (WOLO) -- Jim Hudson automotive group is giving back to Lexington County Law enforcement. Wednesday the local business donated 25 thousand dollars to the department to help them purchase 70…
Sheriff: 19-year-old arrested in double homicide on Forestview Circle
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says deputies have arrested a man in connection with a double homicide on August 8 in the Harbison area.
Bob Caslen welcomes USC Class of 2023 at New Student Convocation
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- The University of South Carolina officially welcomed its newest freshmen class Wednesday at the New Student Convocation. Convocation marks a new beginning for faculty, students and their families. “You…
Police: Fired SC jailer had 'romantic' inmate relationship
South Carolina Department of Corrections police say a jailer has admitted to being in an ``inappropriate romantic relationship'' with an inmate under her supervision.
Lexington Police need help identifying men caught on camera tampering with cars
The Lexington police Department says they need your help identifying two white men seen on surveillance images tampering with several automobiles. Authorities say the incidents took place in the Woodcreek neighborhood. [caption…
SC Election Commission rolls out new website ahead of 2020 election
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- There is less than a year before the First in the South Primaries, and just more than a year left before voters hit the polls for the Presidential election of 2020. In addition to rolling out…
Cardinal Newman principal gives first day of school summary following shooting threat
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- A week after had a private Meeting was held with parents, students and staffconcerned over the delay in notification of an alleged racially motivated threat the Richland Co. Sheriff's Department says was posted online from a…
Suspect caught after setting woman's house on fire on Lexington Avenue
Cayce Department of Public Safety say they've caught the suspect accused of setting a woman's house on fire.
City of Columbia one step closer to passing 3 ordinances aiming at gun violence and hate crime
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- City leaders in Columbia are aiming at gun violence and hate crime with three laws proposed Tuesday night they moved one step closer to making it official. City Council green lighted three…
Coroner identifies 19-year-old pedestrian struck in roadway on 1-20
The Lexington County Coroner has identified the individual who died after being struck by a semi-trailer following a multiple vehicle collision that occurred on I-20 E.
Richland District 2 starts program to help children who experience trauma
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --- The United Way is partnering with Richland District Two to help children who have experienced trauma. Tuesday morning, the two announced the formation of a new resiliency team at…
Troopers: Pedestrian struck in roadway on 1-20, traffic blocked
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Traffic is blocked on I-20 East at the 59 mile marker due to a crash, say SC Troopers. According to the Highway Patrol, a pedestrian was struck in the roadway and transported by EMS to an area…
Woman accused of using stolen credit card to purchase gift cards
Lexington Police have released surveillance photos of a suspect accused of credit card fraud in hopes someone can identify her.
One person killed in fatal collision on U.S. 21 bypass in Orangeburg
South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person was killed in a fatal collision on U.S. 21 bypass and Highway 33 on Monday.
Richland County Sheriff: Club illegally operating as sexually explicit business
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) -- The Richland County Sheriff's Department is cracking down on illegal clubs, and announced another one that was unlawfully acting as a strip club. 'Tryst' off River Drive in…
No injuries after a fire destroys a mobile home on Fagan Road
Fairfield County firefighters say no one is hurt after a fire destroyed a mobile home overnight on Fagan Road.
Fantasia brings 'sketchbook' tour to Columbia
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- the ‘American Idol’star has announced ‘The Sketchbook Tour’ in support of her new album with the same name. Even more exciting is the fact she’ll be doing so with the support of…
Some Lexington students return to class with a celebration
The first day of school for some students in the Midlands is now in the books. Classes got underway Monday morning for several districts including Lexington Two and Three. Not to…
Crews responding to fire investigation in Lexington
Lexington County emergency response units were dispatched to a residential structure fire in the 200 block Allenbrooke Dr just after 6:15 p.m. No injuries were reported, but one family was displaced.
