Police: "Out of leads" in Clemson rape case
Clemson, S.C. (AP)-- Police at Clemson University have run out of leads into a reported rape at the main library on the school's South Carolina campus. The Greenville News reports the investigation…
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Operation Stash & Wedge puts 18 men behind bars
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)--An 18 month long investigation by both the Sumter Police Department and Sheriff's Office lead to 18 indictments on federal drug charges. Investigators say 18 men were indicted on conspiracy…
SC gets okay to make some Medicaid recipients work
Greenville, S.C. (AP)--South Carolina has been given permission from the federal government to require some Medicaid recipients to work to maintain their health insurance. Gov. Henry McMaster on Thursday announced able-bodied Medicaid recipients would have to work, volunteer or take…
Richland Co. officials address Penny Tax audit
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Richland County's administrator addressed reports of an audit from the South Carolina Department of Revenue alleging mis-spending of millions by the county's penny program. Leonardo Brown read a prepared statement saying he couldn't comment too heavily on the…
Spring Valley High School sends Make-A-Wish kid on Disney Cruise
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Make-A-Wish South Carolina granted 209 wishes last year, thanks to community donors and volunteers. One of those partners is Spring Valley High School, which has raised money to…
Heavy rain brings severe flooding in W. Cola
Heavy rain on Friday is expected to continue causing possible flooding in some areas.
Two women wanted for stealing mail from multiple addresses in Orangeburg
Orangeburg County deputies are looking for two women accused of stealing mail from over two dozen addresses.
Burglary suspect who escaped custody last month has been caught
Lexington County deputies say a burglary suspect who escaped custody last month has been caught.Authorities say
Lawmakers vote to send education reform bill to Senate floor
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --A bill that calls for changes in education across the state is on its way to the Senate Floor. The Senate Education Committee voted unanimously Thursday to give a favorable review…
DDSN hosts inaugural Holiday Market Square
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- For the first time, the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs hosted a holiday market to showcase locally made products by people with disabilities or special needs.…
Sheriff: Amazon driver stole gifts he should have delivered
An Amazon driver in Florida is accused of stealing about $900 in merchandise and gift cards from packages he was supposed to deliver, sheriff's investigators said.
Manhunt: Investigators release video of armed robbery at Corner Pantry
Investigators with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are searching for the man who robbed a Farrow Road convenience store at gunpoint.
Death investigation underway after man's body found on Blossom Street
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - According to a tweet from the Columbia Police Department, a man's body was found on Blossom Street Thursday morning. Authorities say there are no immediate signs of foul play. Check back…
Authorities tie killers in New Jersey attack to fringe group
Officials: The two killers who stormed a kosher market in Jersey City had apparently been followers of the Black Hebrew Israelites.
No injuries reported in house fire on Olympia Ave.
According to officials with the Columbia Fire Department, no one was hurt in a house fire on Olympia Avenue Thursday morning.
Five Points shooter sentenced to 40 years in prison
Fifth Judicial Circuit court says a man accused of a 2018 shooting at Five Points has pleaded guilty and sentenced to 40 years in prison.
Vandals damage mural at Columbia riverfront park
Police in South Carolina are searching for who vandalized a mural and a historic structure at a popular riverfront park.
Man wanted for shooting this month has been captured
Authorities say Jamel Higgs was arrested at a Charlotte apartment complex by US Marshals on Wednesday, December 11th, 2019.
SC attorney general calls for Columbia Mayor to repeal two gun ordinances
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The state's Attorney General is questioning the legality of two gun ordinances passed by Columbia City Council this year. The ordinances pertained to gun free school zones and extreme risk protections.…
Judge upholds Republican party decision for no presidential primary
Columbia, SC (WOLO)--- A judge has upheld the South Carolina Republican Party's decision not to hold a 2020 presidential primary. In the order released Wednesday Judge Jocelyn Newman wrote, the law does…
