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Wife of Congressman Jim Clyburn passes
Dr. Emily England Clyburn passed away the morning of Thursday, September 19, 2019, in Columbia, South Carolina. Born in the Whitesville section of Berkeley County near Moncks Corner, South Carolina, she was preceded in death by her parents, Peter and Mattie England, and siblings Arthur England and Mattie Mae England Wadley.
Two Allen University students accused of robbing Benedict College exchange student caught
Columbia Police say they've arrested two Allen University students accused of robbing a Benedict College exchange student.
Court hearing for suspect charged for the murder of five-year-old & her mother
Sumter County officials say a man charged for the murder of a five-year-old and her mother is scheduled in court Thursday.
"The Big Homecoming", Weekend Concert Headlined by Singer Trey Songz
(ABC Columbia)- The Midlands will be visited by several of hip hops hottest artist. R&b signer Trey Songz will be headlining"The Big Homecoming", a concert taking place Saturday, September 21st at Colonial…
Two killed after early morning shooting in Sumter County
Two men were shot and killed in Sumter Wednesday morning.
Subway partners with Transitions to provide meals for day of giving
Subway is partnering with local group 'Transitions South Carolina' to help feed the homeless in a special event.
Calhoun Co. deputies look for woman accused of using stolen credit card
The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office is hoping you may recognize the woman seen in this surveillance image.
Local college grad turned Beyonce' choreographer gives Allen University students life lesson
Students at Allen University were given the chance to hear from a South Carolina College graduate who just so happens to be a nationally recognized artist.
Gov. McMaster signs pharmacy bill to give more transparency to consumers
Governor Henry McMaster held a bill signing for a new provision regarding pharmacies and their operations.
Deputies investigating dead body found in Kershaw Co.
KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) — The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office is investigating a body found on Damascus Church Road near Flatrock Road in Westville. SLED's crime scene was called to assist. Deputies are asking drivers to avoid the area at…
Richland Co. Councilman Jim Manning announces retirement
Richland Co, SC (WOLO) -- A Richland County councilman who has held the same elected position for more than 10 years says he is stepping down. Councilman Jim Manning made the announcement late Wednesday night. Manning making it official that…
Aspiring firefighter credits Prisma Trauma Center doctors for saving his life
For years, Brandon Zinn has been driven by a childhood passion.
Local Living: It's Festival time in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Food and fun, our Crysty Vaughan is talking festivals in our look at 'Local Living'. Are you ready for some baklava and souvlaki? The 33rd annual Columbia Greek Festival…
Two men arrested in connection with string of armed robberies in Richland Co.
The Richland County Sheriff's Office has arrested two men with connection to a series of armed robberies throughout Richland County.
A look back at Hurricane Hugo, which hit 30 years ago this week
It's considered the worst hurricane to hit South Carolina in modern history, and it happened 30 years ago this week. Even the Midlands were impacted by Hurricane Hugo.
Fatal shooting in Cherryvale: SCSO
SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO) - A Sumter teen is dead following a shooting in Cherryvale early Wednesday morning. Sumter County Coroner Robert Baker said Christopher Thompson, 19, was pronounced dead at Prisma Health Tuomey…
Newberry shooting victim found dead in ditch identified
Newberry,SC (WOLO)--- The Newberry County Sheriff's office along with the Newberry County Coroner continue investigate the shooting death of a…
41-year-old missing in Fairfield County since last Wednesday
FAIRFIELD, SC (WOLO) - Deputies in Fairfield County are searching for a missing man. Kirk Hall, 41, walked away from his home on Pedal Drive toward Pea Ridge Road around 2:00…
Columbia city council passes hate crime and gun restriction laws
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Columbia city council voted unanimously Tuesday night to pass three ordinances that take aim at gun violence and hate crime. The first, a Gun-free School Zone ordinance that makes it illegal…
Columbia police need help identifying hotel robbery suspect
Columbia Police say they are hoping the public can help them identify a man wanted in connection to a robbery at the Holiday Inn Express along the 7000 block of Garners Ferry Road.
Columbia City Council approves first reading of business fee reform proposal
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- It's an issue Councilman Moe Baddourah has been pushing for over the last 4 years, and Tuesday night during the city council meeting it moved one step closer to becoming law. Tuesday was the first reading…
Deputies: Man charged with exposing himself to woman, toddler during work-related incident
A Orangeburg man is charged with exposing himself during work-related incident, according to the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office.
SLED K-9 gets a donation from brothers in arms
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- A very special SLED agent will have an extra layer of protection thanks to his brothers in arms. Tuesday morning, The Society of Former Agents of SLED presented a…
Lawmakers, health experts look to combat vaping epidemic in South Carolina
The epidemic of illnesses related to vaping and e-cigarette use is also being felt in the Palmetto State.
