Highway Patrol: Pedestrian killed by a vehicle on Old Frink Street
Highway Patrol says a pedestrian was killed after being hit by a vehicle on Tuesday at Old Frink Street near Bell Street.
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Sumter police have identified shooting victim found dead in embankment
SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO) - Sumter police have now identified a man found shot and are working to locate a person he was seen with before his death. Raphel Heywood Bostic, 29, of Columbia, was found dead at about 1:15 p.m.…
UPDATE: Road rage may have led to shooting
Columbia Police believe road rage may have led to a shooting Tuesday (2/19) afternoon.
Vice President Mike Pence set to make a stop in Columbia this week
Vice President Mike Pence is set to visit the Midlands Thursday to visit a newly built theater created in one of Columbia's Opportunity Zones.
No mail delivered to former ABC and Mallard residents in over a month, confusion on how to get it
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Residents of Allen Benedict Court have not been getting their mail delivered since being relocated and now residents at Mallard Apartments are facing the same confusion. Former residents of Allen…
City of Columbia offers new affordable housing loan program
[gtxvideo vid='ALpPWkKx' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ALpPWkKx.jpg' vtitle='city lender 1 program'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The City of Columbia’s Community Development Department announced their new affordable housing loan program. Officials say the program will help a greater number of applicants become homeowners by offering a…
Doctors, advocates support the legalization of marijuana in SC
On Tuesday, a bi-partisan group of lawmakers were joined by medical professionals who support the proposed Compassionate Care Act.
SNAP recipients to receive benefits early in March
People who receive food assistance will get their benefits early in March.
Sumter police work to identify shooting victim found dead in an embankment
Sumter police need your help identifying a man found shot to death over the weekend.
Deputies: Woman injured in shooting off Bluff Road
Columbia Police Department is investigating a shooting on Bluff Road where a woman was shot with non life-threatening injuries.
$22B mark 6 years in a row of South Carolina tourism growth
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina officials say new data show tourism has been responsible for $22.6 billion, marking six consecutive years of record-breaking growth for the industry in the state. News outlets report that South Carolina's tourism director, Duane…
SC resident wins $500,000 in lottery, plans to celebrate with steak dinner and paying debt
A Catawba lottery player woke up knowing they’d matched three numbers on their Palmetto Cash 5 ticket. Imagine their surprise when they found out their ticket matched all five numbers drawn resulting in a win of $500,000!
Two arrested, one sought in Newberry Co. burglaries
Newberry Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Newberry deputies say they have arrested two out of three suspects in a Monday high speed chase. Investigators say Monday afternoon the suspects sped away from a traffic stop…
Man charged with breaking into church, hitting employee
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Deputies in Lexington Co. say a man broke in and then hit a woman in the face after she walked in on the crime. Investigators say James Drayton, 24, is charged with…
United Way of the Midlands starts online fundraiser for Allen-Benedict evacuees
United Way of the Midlands is starting an online fundraiser for Allen-Benedict Court evacuees to help them with the basic necessities.
City of Columbia hosting 'Lunch with a Planner'
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Grab a lunch and meet with a city planner. City of Columbia officials are hosting " lunch with a planner”, as part of Columbia Compass, the ten-year update to the City of Columbia’s comprehensive plan. Officials say…
Body found in a car at McDonald's parking lot on Garners Ferry Road
Columbia Police say a person was found dead in a car at McDonald's parking lot on Garners Ferry Road on Monday.
Community voice safety concerns at Richland County town hall
RICHLAND COUNTY,SC (WOLO)- Crime and violence at the forefront during a town hall meeting in Richland County. "We don't need young people dying, and that's what's happening,"Mayor of Arcadia lakes, Mark Huguley…
Hundreds witnessed Gervais Street shooting, police say no one is sharing information
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- A 21-year-old is dead after going to a party, now, police are asking for those present to step up and come forward with more details to help them…
Midlands woman honored with AARP Honoring Heroes award
A Midlands woman was recognized for her lifetime of service both int he military and as a veteran.
Protesters gather at the State House to call an end to the national emergency
Not everyone thinks there's a national emergency at the Southern border.
Check's not in the mail: SC ratepayers angry over no rebate
For more than 700,000 customers of a private South Carolina utility, the $1,000 rebate checks aren't in the mail.
Deputies: Lexington man charged after stealing a van at gunpoint
A Lexington County man who deputies arrested Saturday is suspected of stealing a work van after pulling a gun on its driver Friday night.
Update: Missing teen found safe
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Per the Richland Co. Sheriff's Dept., "The 15-year-old missing teen has been located safe. Sheriff Lott expresses his thanks to all the citizens who called in with tips that led…
CPD updates investigation into Gervais St. shooting
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--New details were announced Monday in a weekend shooting that resulted in one death and two injuries. Investigators say it happened just after 12:30am at Prince Hall Grand Masonic Lodge at an event hosted by the Metro's…
