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Richland coroner releases identity of 9 year-old killed during shooting

The Richland County Coroner has released the identity of the 9 year-old victim found shot as Christopher Scott III of Hopkins.

SC Dept. of Public Safety announces Sober or Slammer campaign ahead of holiday travel

The SC Department of Public Safety is expecting heavy traffic on roads this holiday season and is encouraging motor-vehicle users to drive safe as authorities continue to crack down on impaired driving.

DHEC encourages residents to get free COVID-19 test kits

The SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is encouraging individuals to utilize the free COVID-19 rapid antigen test kits being provided by the federal government.

Lexington man arrested on child sexual abuse material charges

SC Attorney General Alan Wilson announced 33 year-old William Franz Mcbride, Jr., was arrested on child sexual abuse material charges.

RCSD investigates shooting death of 9 year old boy

The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating a deadly shooting that has claimed the life of a 9 year old boy.

Mega Millions jackpot jumps just in time for the holidays

Tuesday's Mega Millions drawing could bring someone extra holiday cash.

Richland School District One's Hall of Fame inductees announced

Richland District One announced who will be inducted into the District’s Hall of Fame in March

Christmas Tree Sales Up 5 15% Compared To 2021

Christmas tree demand remains high despite inflation

One person injured after shooting in Hopkins

HOPKINS, S.C. (WOLO) - The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a shooting that sent one person to the hospital. On Sunday, December 18, deputies responded to reports of shots fired at 3860 Leesburg Road in Hopkins just after 7:00…

Multiple arrests lead to seizure of weapons and illegal narcotics

ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office and Special Operations units have made multiple arrests resulting in the seizure of weapons and illegal narcotics. On Friday December 9, 19-year-old Ahmari Milhouse was taken into custody on charges of possession…

Deadly shooting in Richland County

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - One person is dead after an early morning shooting, according to the Richland County Sheriff's Office. On Sunday, Dec. 18, deputies responded to the 2400 block of Kneece Road for a report of a shooting.…

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Search for suspect after woman found dead in Sumter County

CLARENDON COUNTY, (WOLO) - Investigators are searching for a suspect after a woman was found dead in her home, according to the Clarendon County Sheriff’s Office. On December 14th, 2022, at 11:24am the Clarendon County Sheriff’s Office responded to the…

Deadly shooting on Two Notch Road

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - One person is dead after a shooting in Richland County, according to the Richland County Sheriff's Department. Investigators say deputies were called to the 5000 block of Two Notch Road around 3:45 a.m., Saturday, December 17,…

USPS updates hours for the holidays

All Post Offices will be closed in observance of Christmas and New Year's Day on Monday, Dec. 26 and Monday, Jan. 2, 2023

NASA gears up to launch a first of its kind project

NASA is preparing to launch a first of its kind project on Mars.

House Select Committee to announce 3 criminal charges against former President Trump

The House select committee investigating January 6, 2021, is expected to announce it will refer at least three criminal charges against former President Donald Trump to the Justice Department, including insurrection, obstruction of an official proceeding and conspiracy to defraud the federal government, according to a source familiar with the matter.