Update: One man injured in overnight shooting on Olive Drive & Farrow Road
Columbia Police say a shooting has happened overnight on Olive Drive and Farrow Road and is under investigation.
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Resident shoots suspect after breaking into their home, deputies say
According to Lexington County deputies, a Lexington man was shot by the resident of a home he broke into on Sunday morning.
District: Student at local middle school sent 'alarming texts' making threats against Lexington Middle School
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) — A Meadow Glen Middle School student is no longer allowed on any Lexington District One property after sending some "alarming threats" about another school in the district. Lexington District One says a parent of Lexington District…
Carolina Panthers help some Midlands students score big off field
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Carolina Panthers are scoring a partnership off the field by donating to Midlands schools. Today the Carolina Panthers, along with several charitable groups provided five thousand backpacks with…
$500 worth of school supplies donated during City of Columbia's 'Donations 4 Citations' program
Earlier this month, Columbia City Council unanimously voted to allow people to pay off their parking tickets in purchasing school supplies. The school supplies had to be equal value to the amount owed on the parking ticket.
Coroner identifies one victim who died in early morning shooting at McCary's Bar and Grill
The Richland County Coroner has released the name of the individual who died after being shot at McCary's Bar and Grill on Bush River Road.
Ex-SC official to stay in jail after prostitution bust
A former member of the board that oversees South Carolina highways will have to stay in jail until a federal court hearing to determine if he violated probation when authorities say he tried to hire a prostitute.
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.
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…
