Detained suspect sentenced to 7 years for smearing bodily fluids on officer
A man arriving at a Lexington Detention center for a previous charge has been sentence to 7 years after officials say he threw fecal matter at officers.
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Man charged with church burglary after electronic monitoring device showed he was present, deputies say
Orangeburg deputies say a Fairfield County man has been charged after his electronic monitoring device indicated he was present when a local church was burglarized.
Midlands Cookie Monster: Man buys all the cookies from a group of Girl Scouts
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- While the story of a man buying all the girl scout cookies in the Upstate did not turn out to be as positive of a message as people had hoped,…
Man charges upgraded to murder after victim dies, deputies say
Lexington County deputies have upgraded the charge against a man they say shot a woman while riding in a car on Augusta Road last week.
Lawmaker: Cannabis bill stalled until concerns are addressed
A South Carolina senator says a bill aiming to legalize the medicinal use of marijuana will not move forward until lawmakers address concerns of stakeholders in the matter.
Man accused of threatening to have a weapon then forcing woman to drive him around on the loose
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is searching for a man accused of leading a victim to believe he had a weapon and forcing her to drive him around the County.
State of South Carolina declares fiscal emergency in Sumter School district
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman has declared a fiscal emergency in the Sumter School District due to non-compliance with the district's financial recovery plan and possibility of further fiscal decline.
City of Columbia talks All Access Columbia Workshop, how you can gain access
[gtxvideo vid='nPN0NC9V' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/nPN0NC9V.jpg' vtitle='City of Columbia talks All Access Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The City of Columbia stopped by the ABC Columbia studios to talk about the All Access Columbia Workshop. Represntatives from the City of Columbia spoke with Tyler…
Teen charged in stabbing incident at AC Flora High School will face additional charges, deputies say
Richland County deputies say additional charges have been filed against the 15-year-old girl who stabbed a 17-year-old schoolmate on Feb. 25, 2019, at A.C. Flora High School.
RCSD: Man missing from Hardscrabble Road care facility found
Richland County deputies say a man who was missing since February 23 from his care facility has since been found.
Sights and sounds from Gamecocks' first spring practice
Spring football practice is officially underway as the Gamecocks returned to and reunited as a whole on the practice field Wednesday morning to prepare for the 2019 season.
Columbia Police investigating fatal apt. complex shooting
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Police Chief W. H. “Skip” Holbrook says a homicide investigation is underway after a 27-year-old man was fatally shot at an apartment complex Tuesday night. Richland County Coroner Gary Watts says Isaiah Thomas Martin, Junior was shot in…
COMET wants to hear from riders during public session
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Do you ride The COMET? Officials are hosting a series of listening sessions for the public. According to COMET officials, the sessions allow input on future plans and recommendations for transit system improvement. Participants are asked to…
Update: Richland County deputies capture female grand larceny suspect
RCSD have captured a woman wanted for grand larceny, forgery and obtaining signature or property under false pretenses.
"Poor People's" campaign to address poverty issues at Statehouse
COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO) - "Poor People's" campaign will meet with lawmakers toady to discuss issues concerning poverty. The meeting is expected to take place at the Statehouse Wednesday February, 27th at 1 p.m. Issues to be address include better access…
New film to air at Nickelodeon Theater tackles mental illness
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- A screening of a new movie hopes to bring attention to mental health. According to organizers it will also give those in attendance the resources they need…
Former Solicitor Dan Johnson pleads guilty to spending taxpayers money for trips and hotels
[gtxvideo vid='TJwa0loX' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/TJwa0loX.jpg' vtitle='dan johnson pkg'] COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO) - Former fifth circuit solicitor Dan Johnson could be facing jail time after pleading guilty to wire fraud. Johnson admitted to spending more than $44,000 of taxpayers money for personal expenses. "We…
Salvation Army cuts the ribbon on new playground
The Salvation Army never stops giving
Fmr. Solicitor Dan Johnson pleads guilty to wire fraud
The former Fifth Circuit Solicitor Dan Johnson walked into the federal courthouse on Tuesday to plead guilty, to just one charge.
1 person killed in shooting at apartment complex near Two Notch
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Columbia Police are investigating a deadly shooting on Carnegie Street Tuesday (2/26) night. It happened at the Arrington Place apartments Tuesday evening. Witnesses told police a verbal…
Project Lifesaver helps bring loved ones back home
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- More than 16 agencies in South Carolina are helping bring loved ones home. They are a part of Project LifeSaver which is an international program that has helped more…
USC Law School dedicates new courtyard to former law school alumnus, philanthropist
The Governor and Lieutenant Governor were on hand at University of South Carolina Law School Tuesday afternoon for the dedication of a new courtyard.
Kershaw County deputies searching for missing 16 year old girl
Kershaw County deputies are searching for a missing 16-year old female from Kershaw.
Aiken County business owner arrested, accused of evading over $100k in sales tax
An Aiken County business owner was arrested by South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) agents after evading his ales taxes.
Richland County to hold meeting on proposed Lower Richland Blvd widening
Columbia, S.C (WOLO)-- Richland County residents interested in the proposed widening of Lower Richland Boulevard will have a chance to get information at a meeting. Richland County officials are holding an open-house format, to include informational displays. According to officials, residents…
