Suspect accused of breaking into multiple cars arrested
The Columbia Police Department has arrested a 20 year old man they say is accused of breaking into several cars in the 300 block of Taylor Street.
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Columbia Police actively investigate shooting
The Columbia Police Department is investigating a shooting they say took place in broad daylight Thursday. According to CPD the incident took place in the 5100 block of North Main Street this just before 7pm.
Graham appeals order to testify in Georgia election probe
ATLANTA (AP) — U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham has formally appealed a judge’s order requiring him to testify before a special grand jury investigating whether former President Donald Trump and others illegally sought to overturn his 2020 election defeat in Georgia. The South…
Former Tiger Watson to serve 11-game suspension, pay $5 million
Deshaun Watson has reached a settlement with the NFL and will serve an 11-game suspension and pay a $5 million fine rather than risk missing his first season as quarterback of the Cleveland Browns following accusations of sexual misconduct.
SC Supreme Court blocks 6 week abortion ban
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- In a unanimous ruling the State Supreme Court, according to the court's website, placed an injunction on the state's 6-week abortion ban also known as the Heartbeat Law. The…
Murdaugh Attorney Harpootlian files motion, says defense not given access to evidence
Columbia, S.C.(WOLO)--Former attorney Alex Murdaugh's lawyer, Dick Harpootlian, spoke out Wednesday morning about a recent motion in the double-murder case. The motion is asking a court to order the state to comply with…
Consumer news: Gas prices could fall below $3.00 a gallon by end of year
CNN-- The cost of filling up at the pump has gone down daily for two-months and it appears that trend will continue. AAA reports the national average for a gallon of gas, as…
Main St. business deemed public nuisance, shut down by police
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Columbia Police Department is shutting down a downtown business after it was deemed a public nuisance. According to a department spokesperson, Main's Best, a convenience store on Main St. was…
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
Washington, D.C. (ABC News)--First lady Jill Biden has tested positive for COVID-19, according to her office. Jill Biden tested negative on Monday during her routine testing, and then developed "cold-like symptoms" Monday night, according…
One dead, another injured in Lexington shooting
Lexington Police and the Lexington Co. Coroner's Office are investigating a death on Widgeon Drive in the Mallard Lakes neighborhood.
Traffic safety tips as school begins this week
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - More students in the Midlands will be headed back to class this week which means drivers will be back sharing the roads with school busses. South Carolina Highway Patrol will be out in full force looking…
Truck fire shuts down portion of I-77
Cayce, S.C. (WOLO)-- A tractor trailer full of tires burst into flames this afternoon on I-77. According to the Cayce Fire Dept. the interstate is shut down at mile marker 2 as…
Survey: SC among the worst states to live in the country
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- A new survey says South Carolina is one of the worst places to live in the country. According to Wallethub, the Palmetto State is the sixth worst state in which to live.…
DSS offering tuition assistance for students seeking social work degree
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Students considering a career in social work could be eligible for tuition assistance. The Department of Social Services has partnered with Uof SC, South Carolina State University, and Winthrop University for…
Caution before posting those back to school pics!
Newberry Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Law Enforcement agencies in the Midlands are urging caution before you post your child's back to school pictures on social media. The Newberry County Sheriff's Office has a few tips to make sure your child's pictures…
Judge: Sen. Graham must testify in Georgia election probe
ATLANTA (AP) — A federal judge on Monday said U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham must testify before a special grand jury in Atlanta that is investigating whether former President Donald Trump and his allies broke any laws while trying to overturn his narrow…
Saluda County Sheriff's Office: Suspect arrested after stabbing man multiple times
(SOURCE: SCSO) SALUDA COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - A suspect is now behind bars after stabbing a man multiple times. According to the Saluda County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to John J. Rushton Road after a stabbing on Sunday, August 14th.…
SLED investigating officer-involved shooting in Orangeburg
Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO)--Investigators with SLED are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Orangeburg Co. According to authorities a Eutawville police officer responded to a call for service and there was an exchange of gunfire between police and an armed man. SLED…
New CDC Guidelines on COVID-19
ABC NEWS--Now to the latest on COVID-19 and the new guidelines released by the CDC this week. Health officials easing recommendations for unvaccinated people who are exposed to the virus. ABC's Reena Roy has…
Anne Heche dies following car crash, family says
ABC NEWS-Anne Heche has died at the age of 53 after suffering serious injuries in a fiery car accident in Los Angeles, her family says. Heche suffered a "severe anoxic brain injury," her family…
