Orangeburg deputies arrest a woman charged with attempted murder after running over her sister
A North woman has been charged after intentionally running over her sister.
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Bill banning drivers from holding cellphones advances
A bill that would ban drivers in South Carolina from holding cellphones in their hands has passed its first hurdle.
Deputies: Sumter woman charged with pouring water on sleeping infant child on Facebook
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office conducted an investigation of a woman regarding improper treatment of an infant after viewing disturbing images on Facebook.
‘Ban the box’ ordinance could prohibit Columbia employers from asking about criminal history
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- During Mayor Steve Benjamin's state of the city speech Tuesday night he spoke a lot about compassion and second chances. Benjamin brought up a Ban the Box ordinance that will…
Mayor Steve Benjamin addresses Allen Benedict Court housing crisis
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Mayor Steve Benjamin addressed several issues for the city of Columbia Tuesday night, but the Allen Benedict court housing crisis was front and center. "The tragic deaths of…
Deputies: Bowman man arrested on attempted murder charges, club shooting
Orangeburg deputies announced that a Bowman man is facing multiple attempted murder charges in connection with Sunday's club shooting and other shootings.
Van stolen from dance studio who served many children from Allen-Benedict Court apartments
The Richland County Sheriff's Department confirms that a van belonging to, Dance South, was stolen on January 24 at the studio's location on Two Notch Road.
Teachers take over the State House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Teachers from all over the state came to Columbia to find their teacher voices and put them into action. "They have been very receptive to listen to the teachers, and…
Congaree National Park reopens after government shutdown ends
The Congaree National Park in Hopkins is now open after the government shutdown has come to an end.
Deputies: Suspect arrested in Pitt Stop armed robbery
Lexington County deputies arrested a man in connection of a Pitt Stop robbery off Augusta Road on Jan. 11 around 7:20 p.m.
Irmo police conducting safety checkpoints on Wednesday
The Irmo Police Department will be conducting a Public Safety Checkpoint and increased patrols within the Town of Irmo on Broad River Road, Columbiana Drive, and Lake Murray Boulevard on Wednesday, January 30, 2019.
2019 Five Points St Patrick's Day festival lineup announced
The annual Five Points St. Patrick's Day festival is around the corner and the band lineup was announced.
Camden Police arrest individuals suspected of using gas pump skimmers
Kershaw County dispatched received a call on Jan. 26 around 3 a.m. from a concerned citizen in regards to suspicious individuals at gas pumps on 715 Jefferson Davis Hwy in Camden.
Drawdown Period ends, refilling of Lake Murray to raise water levels
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)---Lake levels will soon change at Lake Murray. According to officials with SCE&G, they will begin refilling Lake Murray as the scheduled drawdown period ends. Officials say on Friday, February 1, the lake level will slowly rise and is…
Teacher rally at the State House
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Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin set to give 'State of City' address
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has announced his plans to deliver the State of the City address. The Mayor will outline his plans for the new year in the address on January 29, 2019. WHO: Mayor Steve Benjamin,…
Pedestrian struck, killed in officer-involved traffic accident on Millwood Avenue identified
Columbia Police Department say all lanes on the 2500 block of Millwood Avenue are blocked this morning with reported injuries.
Competitiveness report released
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- With the Midlands continually growing and more jobs coming into the region each year, local leaders release a report showing where Columbia stacks up in comparison to other…
Students at Pelion Middle School raised $1,000 for St. Jude Hospital
Students at Pelion Middle School raised a generous donation of $1,000 to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Class-Action Lawsuit brought against Columbia Housing Authority Living Conditions
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- More than 400 people displaced from their home and now the Columbia Housing Authority is facing a class-action lawsuit. It means that residents who say they have been dealing…
Survey: Columbia ranks one of the worst football towns
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South Carolina pizza deliveryman of 20 years killed on job
Authorities say a pizza delivery driver has been shot and killed while working in South Carolina.
Deputies: Sumter man charged with sexually assaulting a minor
A Sumter man has been charged with sexual assaulting a eight-year-old minor.
Richland County deputies searching for five burglary suspects who robbed used car dealer
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is requesting the community's help is indentifying five suspects wanted for burglary.
Deputies: Sumter man fakes kidnapping to blackmail his mother for $130
A Sumter man is charged with blackmailing his own mother.
