Statewide dog fighting operation lands 21 people behind bars
21 people are behind bars following statewide dog fighting operation accused of participating in dog fighting rings
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CPD arrest duo accused of trying to sell fentanyl
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Columbia Police Department's Organized Crime and Narcotics Unit have taken thousands of pills authorities believe are imitation fentanyl off the street. Police say during a…
Sleep deprivation could lead to immune system disorder
According to a study from the medical school at Mount Sinai, chronic sleep deprivation can make your immune system go into overdrive.
Police: Texas couple arrested in phony fentanyl seizure
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Columbia police say a traffic stop yielded thousands of counterfiet fentanyl pills. Investigators say on September 17th police conducted a traffic stop of Loria Leal and Eufracio Rodriguez of Texas on Hardin St. During the stop, police…
Military members encouraged to apply for free deer hunts in memory of soldier
The S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) will be hosting two free deer hunts for members of the military community.
School closings/early dismissals due to possible severe weather
One school district has announced early school dismissals/school closings due to possible severe weather.
Newberry College opening food pantry for students experiencing food insecurity
Newberry College is opening a new Campus Food Pantry for college students, faculty, and staff who are experiencing food insecurity and inaccessibility.
Washington Street Deck construction postponed due to possible inclement weather
The City of Columbia says they are postponing the Washington Street Deck construction project until Oct. 7-9 due to possible inclement weather
Marine electrical system company announces expansion in Dorchester County, creating 38 new jobs
Dorchester County announced New Wire Marine will expand their operations in the county, creating 38 new jobs over the next five years
UPDATED TIMES: PRISMA Health offering free flu shot clinics in October
Prisma Health will be offering free flu shots in Richland, Lexington, Sumter and Greenville counties in October.
DHEC asks reservoir owners to ready dams for Hurricane Ian related rain
DHEC asks dam owners to ready property for heavy rainfall expected as Hurricane Ian churns closer
Amazon offers 'Prime Early Access' for holiday shoppers
The online retailer, Amazon is getting a big jump on the holiday shopping season.
Ford halts deliveries amid shortage of blue badges
America’s iconic automobile brand Ford is unable to make deliveries of some of its best-selling vehicles.
Target hiring 100,000 workers for the holiday season
Target said its "deal days" will be held Oct. 6-8
Average cost of gas prices decline in Columbia
The average cost of a gallon of gas in Columbia has fallen once again.
Man who fell from Columbia Convention Center identified by coroner
A suspect who died after falling from the Columbia Convention Center Saturday was identified as Harry D. Simms, 62, by the Richland County Coroner.
South Carolina businesses hiring at fifth fastest rate in the country
If you’re in search of a job right now South Carolina has plenty of them available.
Lexington Sheriff's Dept.: Highway shooting leaves man dead, brother wounded
A highway shooting late Saturday night on Edmund Highway left a Columbia man dead and his brother wounded, Lexington Sheriff’s Department says.
20 arrested, 300 dogs rescued in dog fighting raids in SC
More than 20 people were arrested and more than 300 dogs were rescued as authorities raided dog fighting kennels in South Carolina, federal prosecutors said Monday.
SLED investigating officer involved shooting in Rembert
Sumter County Sheriff’s Office announced another officer involved shooting occurred today after noon.
