RCSD deputies searching for suspect accused of robbing Circle K at knife point
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect wanted for armed robbery.
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Coroner confirms student's cause of death
Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO)--The Orangeburg Co. Coroner's Office confirmed Tuesday that a Midlands student's death was a tragic accident. In a statement, the coroner says "autopsy results show that Mr. Dwyer's cause of…
Richland Co. Sen. Harpootlian again questions Panthers Bill
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--One Richland Co. senator continues to be the loudest voice questioning the measure that would provide tax incentives to bring the NFL's Carolina Panthers' practice facility to York Co., moving it from Charlotte. Speaking Tuesday on the house…
Mayors send letter to senate in support of Panthers bill
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The mayors of five of the state's largest cities sent a letter to the senate Tuesday in support of the proposed tax incentives designed to bring the NFL'S Carolina Panthers practice facility to South Carolina. The mayors…
UPDATE: Midlands Gives nears $1M mark
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Troopers: One person killed after hitting a tree at I 95
South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person is killed after a collision at I-95 south at mile marker 94 on Monday.
Two vehicle collision causes tree to fall on pedestrian on Leesburg Road
Columbia Police say a two vehicle collision caused a tree to fall on a pedestrian this morning on Leesburg Road.
More Justice brings hundreds together for Nehemiah Action assembly
[gtxvideo vid='1WRrbb94' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/1WRrbb94.jpg' vtitle='MORE JUSTICE'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---Monday night the Midlands organized response for equality and justice brought hundreds of people of various faiths to advocate for justice here in the Midlands. With more than 17-hundred people in attendance,…
RCSD armed with technology that activates body camera with the draw of a gun
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Richland County deputies are arming themselves with new technology that will create transparency when it comes to hostile situations. The new technology is called signal sidearm, it turns…
Lexington-Richland 5 students won't make up missed day due to teacher rally
One Midlands school district has decided that students will not have to make up the day missed because of the teacher rally last week.
CPD still investigating a 2012 hit and run incident on Medical Park Drive
The Columbia Police Department is encouraging citizens to call Crimestoppers with information regarding a 2012 hit and run incident that seriously injured a cardiac nurse.
Midlands Give 2019 kicks off at midnight with over 400 local organizations participating
One of the largest fundraising efforts in the state gets underway tomorrow,
Passion, resilience drive small business owners to succeed in Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- It’s no secret that small businesses are a major part of several communities across the Midlands. As one of hundreds of small business owners who set up shop…
SC woman charged with using her Jeep as ram with children inside
A Newberry woman is accused of using her Jeep as a weapon against her husband.
SC State Museum hosts Teacher Appreciation Night May 7
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It's Teacher Appreciation week and the South Carolina State Museum wants to show appreciation for our teachers. Museum officials say, in celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week, the museum will host a special free event for South…
Coroner releases identity of 68-year-old man found dead in Eastover home
Richland County Coroner Gary Watts has released the name of the individual found dead in his home after being involved in a shooting incident.
Sheriff: Body recovered from crashed car in SC pond
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office say one person is dead from drowning involving a car accident.
Lexington Richland District Five waives make-up day for May 1 due to teacher rally
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Lexington Richland School District Five officials announced that the Board of Trustees voted to forgive a day students missed on May 1, 2019 due to the teacher rally at the statehouse. According to district officials, the day has…
Governor names first South Carolina State Child Advocate
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has named South Carolina’s first State Child Advocate. On Monday, the Governor announced that Amanda F. Whittle will be the first person to fill the position. It was created by a bill…
Police: One critically injured in motorcycle crash on Elmwood Avenue
Columbia Police Department say one person is critically injured after a single motorcycle crash on Elmwood Avenue this morning.
Man identified in deadly shooting after fight in Richland County
RICHLAND COUNTY,SC (WOLO)- One man is dead after a fight turned into a shooting in Richland County Sunday morning. The shooting happened in the 7900 block of Bluff Road at 1:30 a.m. When deputies arrived they found Richard Lamar Patterson,…
Sumter man wanted for attempted murder, armed robbery, and kidnapping arrested
SUMTER COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- A man wanted for multiple violent crimes in Sumter was captured Sunday morning. Charles Spencer Anderson,43, was wanted for armed robbery, kidnapping and attempted murder of two employees at a business near the intersection of Pocalla Road and Guignard…
1 dead after fight turns into shooting in Richland County
RICHLAND COUNTY,SC (WOLO)- One man is dead after a fight turned into a shooting in Richland County Sunday morning. The shooting happened in the 7900 block of Bluff Road at 1:30 a.m. When deputies arrived, they found a man who…
Donation Drive: Help moms in need this Mother's Day
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - You can help some moms in need ahead of Mother's Day City. The City of Columbia and "Two Men and a Truck" are teaming up for a donation drive for mothers displaced from Allen-Benedict Court Apartments.…
Columbia police respond to a crash involving a train, no one injured
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Columbia police responded to a crash Saturday night after a train hit a car. The incident happened in the 5900 block of Farrow Road. Police say the vehicle was unoccupied due to mechanical problem. https://twitter.com/ColumbiaPDSC/status/1124869080408842240 No one was…
