Sumter deputies searching for man wanted for attempted murder
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office is searching for a 19-year-old in connection to a shooting that left one man dead.
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Kershaw Co. veteran with no family given full military honors at burial
Dozens of community members came out to show their support and stand in as family members, for one local veteran as he was laid to rest on Friday.
Deputies: Irmo Middle student accused of threatening to shoot two students
An Irmo Middle School student is charged with making direct threats against two students at his school, according to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.
Sistercare's 17th annual Song Bird cafe hits a high note
Thursday night, families from across the Midlands came together in solidarity against domestic violence.
Blue Bell recall issued after plastic found
If you have any Blue Bell ice cream in the fridge, check the production date before you eat it.
SC college now has 7 confirmed cases of mumps
Officials have confirmed two more cases of mumps at a South Carolina college, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to seven.
Cayce firefighters extinguish house fire on Oakland Avenue
The Cayce Department of Public Safety say firefighters have contained a house fire on Oakland Avenue in Cayce.
S.C. State Fair makes significant annual economic impact
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- The South Carolina State Fair brings people in from around the state and nearby states, making an economic impact in the community. On Wednesday, the first day of the fair,…
Fire departments stress importance of smoke detectors during Fire Prevention Week
Fire departments across the state are teaching people new skills to help them avoid the dangerous effects of fires in their homes.
Local Living: Dishing on Oktoberfest and Restaurant Week
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It's the most edible time of the year! Here's Crysty Vaughan with the 'dish' in Local Living. Foodies listen up now is your chance to try something new on the menu.…
Mayor's Campaign Against Breast Cancer Breakfast to dish out a good cause Friday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--We're serving up eggs and bacon for a good cause. Crysty Vaughan takes a look in 'Local Living'. Friday morning Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin is set to host the annual Mayor's Campaign…
CPD identifies person of interest involved in suspicious fires in Old Shandon neighborhood
The Columbia Police Department has identified a person of interest involved in the suspicious fires that happened last month.
Sumter man gets 35 years for killing man he buried twice
Sumter, S.C. (AP)--A man who killed an accomplice in a South Carolina robbery and buried his body twice as he tried to keep anyone from finding it has been sentenced to 35…
Funeral service provider to honor unclaimed veteran in the Midlands
The funeral service provider, Dignity Memorial will be be honoring an unclaimed veteran with full military honors and is asking the public to help celebrate his life.
BEWARE: SC State Fair goers schemed in pay-to-park ruse
A man is behind bars accused of taking money from fairgoers in exchange for parking their vehicles at a business he did not own.
Chicken recall expands due to possible listeria contamination
(CNN)-- ABC STAFF-- The USDA says possible listeria contamination is affecting the chicken product by tip top poultry. The USDA says some of the stores affected include Kroger, Aldi, Food lion, Harris Teeter, Bi-Lo,…
Local Living: Thursday Night 'Spirits Alive' cemetery tour
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready to be spooked. Here's Crysty Vaughan with a look at 'Local Living'. This Thursday, October 10, The Historic Columbia Foundation invites you to 'Spirits Alive' The guided tour runs…
Man accused of multiple robberies in Richland County and City of Columbia arrested
A 26-year-old man is facing a list of charges after law enforcement officials say he robbed several stores at gunpoint over the course of several days.
Beware of Halloween fire hazards
Columbia, SC (WOLO) )--- Halloween can be full of fun and spooky tricks and treats keeps one of the sweetest holidays as one of the most popular festivities for the young, and the young at heart. While the costumes and…
2019 SC State Fair opens gates to near record breaking crowds
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- the South Carolina State has only been open for one day, and according to state fair officials, the first day of the 150th anniversary opened to "…
"Armed and dangerous" fugitive on the run for nearly a decade wanted by RCSD, CPD
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Richland County deputies need your help finding a fugitive who has been on the run for nearly…
Warren and Clyburn host Student Loan Debt Relief Town Hall at SC State
ORANGEBURG,SC (WOLO)- A US congressman from South Carolina has jumped on board with a democratic plan to cancel student loan for millions of Americans. Presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren brought her plan to the…
Two men charged after throwing contraband over SC prison fence
Two men are charged for throwing contraband over a prison fence at Liber Correctional Institution, according to the S.C. Department of Corrections.
10-spot: Cards oust Braves from NLDS with record 1st inning
With a stunning outburst their first time up, the St. Louis Cardinals scored 10 runs for the biggest opening inning in postseason history and dealt the Atlanta Braves another playoff heartbreak with a 13-1 rout in decisive Game 5 of the NL Division Series on Wednesday.
