Presidental hopeful Beto O'Rourke in the Midlands meeting with mayor, students
Presidential candidates are not an uncommon site in South Carolina as the First-in-the-South primary draws near.
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Deputies: Lexington County man charged with attempted murder after shooting at a residence
The Orangeburg County Sheriff says a Lexington County man has been charged after a shooting incident that occurred when he confronted his wife's male friend.
School bus crashes into Sumter home
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office responded to the 2600 block of McCrays Mill Road after a Sumter School District bus struck a house and shed on Friday after 2 p.m.
Man facing charges for shooting at his former girlfriend's new friend, deputies say
Orangeburg County Sheriff says a man is being sought after shooting at a rival last week and has been taken into custody in Dorchester County.
Russia probe over, Mueller hands over report to DOJ
WASHINGTON (AP) — Special counsel Robert Mueller on Friday turned over his long-awaited final report on the contentious Russia investigation that has cast a dark shadow over Donald Trump’s presidency, entangled Trump’s family and resulted in criminal charges against some…
Poor People's Campaign to launch bus tour in Charleston SC
The Poor People's Campaign is launching a national bus tour of poverty-stricken areas to bring attention to what campaign leaders call the "real crises" facing the country including systemic racism, poverty and voter suppression.
Midlands elementary school adds garden beds thanks to grant
West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Spring is here and that means its time to get out in the garden. Friday morning students from Congaree Elementary School got the chance to get their…
South Carolina's jobless rate unchanged for 8th month
South Carolina's unemployment rate was unchanged again in February, for the eighth straight month.
Bond denied for Forest Acres bank robbery suspect
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The man suspected of robbing a Forest Acres bank last month was in bond court Friday afternoon. In a hearing at Alvin S. Glenn detention center, Samuel Neathery, 29, was denied bond. On February 5th, Forest Acres police…
The City of Sumter wants to hear from you on downtown development
Sumter, SC (WOLO) ---- The City of Sumter is asking for public input on what plans you would like to see as part of the Sumter Master Plan. Beginning April…
Lexington police search for suspect wanted for multiple burglaries
Lexington Police Department needs your help to find a suspect wanted for two burglaries early Friday morning.
Two firefighters injured after house fire on Crabtree Road
Columbia Fire Department officials say two firefighters were injured after containing a house fire on Thursday.
Tyson recalls chicken strips for possible contamination
COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO)- Tyson Foods, Inc is issuing a recall for 69,093 pounds of its frozen ready-to-eat chicken strips due to possible contamination, that's according to the United States Department of Agriculture. The USDA…
Dollar General children's cough syrup recalled
COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO)- A Dollar General brand medicine is issuing a recall for it's children's "Cough Syrup plus Mucus" due to bacteria contamination,that's according to the Food and Drug Administration. The cough syrup is…
Five Points fountain goes blue to raise awareness about colon cancer
The Lexington Medical Center Foundation turned the fountain blue in Columbia's Five Points neighborhood.
Lexington Medical Center new patient tower open with new and improved features
After nearly three years under construction, the Lexington Medical Center's patient care tower is finally open.
Two cars in a road-rage feud end up hitting each other in the Sheriff's Department parking lot
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - One woman was arrested after a road-rage incident Wednesday (3/20) that ended in the Sheriff's Department parking lot. Richland County deputies say they came outside around 8:50 a.m. to find two cars circling the parking lot…
Colonial Life Arena clear bag policy in full effect, what is and isn't allowed
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - If you are not familiar with Colonial Life Arena its important to note what is and is not allowed in the facility.
Developing: Forest Acres Bank Robbery Suspect now in Midlands Jail
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)---Forest Acres Police say a bank robbery suspect, captured in Florida, has been returned to the Midlands and is now in Jail. Forest Acres Police Chief Gene Sealy says 29 year old Samuel Neathery was delivered to the…
South Carolina lawmakers considering heartbeat abortion bill
South Carolina lawmakers are considering legislation that would ban abortions if a fetal heartbeat is detected.
