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MORE Justice Rally focused on Education and Housing
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Samantha Josephson law to require illuminated signage
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Governor Henry McMaster calls for prayer for Samantha Josephson's family
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Update: Collision cleared on South Lake Drive at I-20
Lexington Police say South Lake Drive/SC-6 at I-20 is clear after an early morning collision caused lane closures.
Keep the Midlands Beautiful helps environment, developing nations one step at a time
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Starting today the Keep the Midlands Beautiful initiative kicked off their shoe drive in an effort to raise money to help prevent litter, encourage people to recycle and beautification of the Midlands, while aiding in developing…
Sumter County deputies searching for missing woman
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office is searching for a woman who has been missing for several days.
Warrants: Deputy exchanged sex for leniency in criminal case
Authorities say a deputy in South Carolina has been arrested after he promised to go easy on a woman's criminal charges if she gave him nude photos and performed sex acts on him.
Father of SC girl who died after school fight is speaking out
The father of the 5th grader from Colleton County who died after a reported fight at school is speaking out.
Child Abuse Prevention Month kicked off at Governor's mansion
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Suspect arrested in weekend fatal shooting at Lakeshore Village Apartments, deputies say
The Columbia Police Department made an arrest of a 22-year-old man accused of fatally shooting an acquaintance at Lakeshore Village Apartments over the weekend.
UofSC student, Samantha Josephson cause of death released by officials
The Clarendon County Coroner is releasing the cause of death of Samantha L. Josephson.
Father of Murdered USC student Samantha Josephson urges students to travel in groups
[gtxvideo vid='F5MCXvNY' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/F5MCXvNY.jpg' vtitle='Father of Murdered USC student Samantha Josephson urges'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In the wake of 21 year old Samantha Josephson's murder, the community at the University of South Carolina held a vigil in her honor Sunday night.…
University of South Carolina coming together in wake of student death
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The University of South Carolina is coming together to help students in wake of Senior Samantha Josephson's death. According to its Twitter page UofSC student health posted "Counselors will be available from 2:00- 8:00 pm Sunday at…
Lexington man arrested in North Carolina for multiple local burglaries
Lexington Police Department says a Lexington man accused of multiple robberies was arrested in North Carolina last weekend.
Samantha Josephson's funeral to be in New Jersey this week
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Funeral plans have been announced for Samantha Josephson. Her father took to Facebook Sunday for the announcment. "Funeral will be held on Wednesday April 3rd at 12PM with services at Congregation Beth Chaim 329 Village Road East Princeton…
Hundreds attend vigil for Samantha Josephson at USC
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Hundreds of University of South Carolina students came out to honor Samantha Josephson at a candle light vigil Sunday. People shared personal stories that brought some to laughter and tears. Samantha's…
Samantha Josephson had wounds to her head, face, neck, leg, and foot according to arrest warrant
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- An arrest warrant released to ABC gives more details about what happened to Samantha Josephson the night she was kidnapped and murdered. According to the arrest warrant, surveillance video captures…
USC to hold vigil for Samantha Josephson Sunday night
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The University of South Carolina is holding a vigil for the slain student, Samantha Josephson Sunday evening. The vigil will take place in the fields behind at the Strom Thurmond Athletic Center at 7:30 p.m. Samantha Josephson decided…
Man charged for the Murder and Kidnapping of Samantha Josephson waives hearing
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The man who police say kidnapped and killed Samantha Josephson did not show up to a scheduled court appearance Sunday afternoon. Nathaniel Rowland, 24, is being charged for the…
Police:Deadly shooting at Columbia apartment complex
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Columbia police are investigating a deadly apartment shooting. The incident happened Saturday after 7:00p.m. in the 7600 block of Garners Ferry Road at te Lakeshore Village apartments. Richland County Coroner Gary Watts has identified the victim as…
Suspect in murder of missing USC student set to appear in bond court
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The suspect accused in the murder of a missing University of South Carolina student is set to appear in court Sunday afternoon. Columbia Police have charged a…
Columbia Police Chief: "Our Hearts are broken" on death of USC student
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Police are extending their condolences to the family of University of South Carolina student Samantha Josephson. Columbia police said "In speaking w/Josephson's parents, Chief Holbrook said during the news conference, "Our hearts are broken. There is…
Columbia Police announce arrest in missing UofSC student death
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Police announced the arrest of a suspect in connection with the death of a missing University of South Carolina student. Columbia Police say Nathaniel David Rowland DOB (1994) is charged with the murder and kidnapping of…
Columbia Police to update Samantha Josephson Investigation
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)--Columbia Police Department officials say they are set to hold a news conference regarding the developments in the Samantha Josephson investigation. Count on ABC Columbia news for updates on this developing story. Continued coverage: Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- Missing USC student,…
