RCSD asks for bond to be denied for teenage driver charged in officer-involved shooting
The judge announced that he would make a decision whether to grant Lair bond by Thursday afternoon.
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New Education Funding Dashboard provides spending transparency, comparisons between SC school districts
"This is going to be such an important step forward in helping us explain to parents, to the public, to interested citizens, how their hard earned dollars are being spent to deliver real results for our students," says SC Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver.
SLED: Man charged with Criminal Sexual Conduct on SC State Campus
According to an incident report, the assault took place at Hugine Suites on College Ave.
Police: Suspect in Columbia shooting located in Kansas
Investigators say just before 10:30 Wednesday morning officers in Junction City, Kansas detained Demetrius Jones during a traffic stop.
Fairfield County deputies: Arrest made after mattress factory receives bomb threat
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after a mattress factory received a bomb threat.
Mike Johnson elected House speaker with broad GOP support
Republicans eagerly elected Rep. Mike Johnson as House speaker Wednesday, elevating a deeply conservative but lesser-known leader to the seat of U.S. power and ending for now the political chaos in their majority.
Tameika Isaac Devine Wins District 19 Senate Seat Primary
Former Columbia City Councilmember Tameika Isaac Devine won the primary with more than 50% of the vote.
Partin, Bray dispute origin, circulation of campaign postcards
There is a war of words in the race for Cayce mayor, specifically words on a post card.
Columbia High School promotes STEM programs with helicopter landing
"Well the tech economy, the STEM economy, and aerospace -- those are huge. With salaries starting at 6 figures, with hardly any college education required, we found that many of the students here had no idea that these were options," says Obidike.
Students celebrate 'Red Ribbon Week' with parade
It's Red Ribbon Week and Richland County School District One school kicked it off with a parade.
Area school selects first black Homecoming Queen
A low country teenager made history at her school after being elected the first black Homecoming queen in the school's 155 year history.
South Carolina Attorney General Joins Multistate Lawsuit Against Meta
On Tuesday, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that 42 attorneys general have sued Meta in federal and state courts.
Lexington deputies mourn the loss of K9 officer
Tuesday the Lexington Co. Sheriff's Department announced the death of K9 Bono.
Former Allendale councilman goes to prison for sexually assaulting 12 year old
A former councilman for the town of Allendale is behind bars for sexually assaulting a 12 year old relative.
Tesla recalls thousands of cars due to brake fluid safety issue
Tesla is recalling tens of thousands of its newer-model vehicles due to a potential brake fluid safety issue.
Favorite Halloween candy state by state
From Candy Corn to Kit-Kats, the most coveted treats might be tricks this halloween, depending on the state.
ONE-ON-ONE: DNR expert speaks about avoiding deer-vehicle collisions during darker months
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- According to the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, almost half of deer-vehicle collisions take place in the months of October and November. While you may have seen deer…
Violence intervention program leaders say funding is biggest barrier to providing youth services
"We are notoriously underfunded. Folks are really supportive of our work in word, and they even show up to our events. But when it comes to make sure that we have the money to continue to do this work, we are often the last to be thought of," says Esper.
CPD mourns loss of K9 officer
A spokesperson for the Columbia Police Department says K9 Officer Rex passed away Saturday after suffering a medical emergency.
Amazon, Tripadvisor and other companies team up to battle fake reviews while FTC seeks to ban them
Amazon, Tripadvisor and other companies team up to battle fake reviews while FTC seeks to ban them
