CPD: Shooting investigation at Walmart on Forest Drive
The Columbia Police Department says they are investigating a shooting at a Walmart on Forest Drive Tuesday night.
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Lexington leaders announce Virginia Hylton Park expansion and renovation
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) - The town of Lexington is renovating and expanding Virginia Hylton Park. During a groundbreaking ceremony council members shared what the community can expect from the project. The project comes…
Home invasion death ruled justifiable homicide
A spokesperson for the Lexington Police Department says a recent shooting that resulted in a death was determined to be a justifiable homicide. On August 16th, police say Matthew Stanfield of Colorado entered the home of his sister in the…
Charges dropped against former deputy
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--According to Richland Co. Court officials charges against former Richland Co. Deputy Kyle Oliver were dropped Tuesday. Officials say the charges were dropped by Judge Phillip Newsome after the alleged victim did not appear in court. In…
SCDEW: Workers in SC quitting jobs at near record pace
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- South Carolinians are quitting their jobs at a near record pace. According to the Department of Employment and Workforce, more than 82,000 people quit their jobs in June. The agency says that's one in every 27 people…
Study: Midlands districts among most and least equitable in the state
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-One survey says some of the most and least equitable school districts in the state are right here in the Midlands. According to a survey by Wallethub.com, equity in education is defined by both high and low income…
Registered sex offender sentenced to 15 years for sexual battery of 14 year old
A registered sex offender has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for the sexual battery of a 14 year old girl in Lexington county.
Police search for woman accused of gas station assault
The Lexington Police Department needs help identifying a woman accused of assault.
Owner of Five Points shop hopes to inspire other young entrepreneurs
A new business in downtown Five Points is getting a lot of attention on social media for its style and creativity.
Study shows women's equality among worst in S.C.
South Carolina is among the worst states in the country when it comes to women's equality.
Former Clarendon Co. deputy charged with offenses involving minor
Clarendon Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Investigators with SLED say a now former Clarendon Co. Deputy was arrested Thursday accused of several charges involving a minor. Officials with SLED say Antonio Pearson is…
SC State to implement security measures following shooting
Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO)--South carolina state university was placed on lock down over the weekend. According to a spokesperson, the Orangeburg HBCU the school was placed on lock down just before midnight Sunday following a shooting near campus on Buckley St.…
RCSD: One man dead after shooting on Broad River Road
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - An investigation is underway after a deadly shooting on Broad River Road on Saturday, August 20. According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, deputies were dispatched to 3315 Broad River Rd at around 9:30 p.m.…
One person injured in Lexington shooting, investigation underway
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - An investigation is underway after a Saturday night shooting in Lexington. According to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department a man was shot during an exchange of gunfire at a home on Wild Bird Lane.…
Lexington County Coroner identifies victim in house fire
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - The Lexington County Coroner has identified the individual who died at the scene of a house fire. Investigators say the fire occurred on the 200 block of Bent Tree Circle in Gaston around 4:00 A.M. on…
Early morning fire in Lexington
(Source: Lexington County Police Department) LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -The Lexington Fire Service responded to an house fire early Saturday morning on Hunters Ridge Drive. According to the Lexington Police Department the homeowner was not hurt and was able to…
ATM Workers pepper-sprayed during armed robbery
Irmo, S.C. (WOLO)--Irmo Police say they are investigating an armed robbery at the ATM of First Citizens Bank on Lake Murray Blvd. Investigators say it happened around 2:30 Friday afternoon. According to police a…
Juveniles arrested in Winnsboro shooting incidents
Fairfield Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Deputies in Fairfield Co. say two juveniles are in custody for recent shooting incidents in the area. Investigators say last night deputies conducted a traffic stop at Smallwood Rd. and Bellfield Rd. Two teens who were…
Lexington High School student charged after bomb threat
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)-- A Lexington High School student is facing charges after deputies say he sent a message to student about a bomb in a bookbag Thursday. According to investigators it…
