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Pets can make a huge impact in a senior citizen's life

Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) --- Playing with a pet can have a huge impact on a senior citizen's well-being. If they're dealing with loneliness, that animal can become family. Having a pet can…

Sheriff: South Carolina horse tied up, sexually assaulted

Authorities say a dressage horse at a South Carolina ranch was found tied up and sexually assaulted.

Second man charged with murder in connection with Sumter gas station shooting

A second man is charged with murder in connection to a gang-related shooting that happened early September at the Sunoco gas station on Broad Street, according to the Sumter Police Department.

Trump Impeachment- the latest

WASHINGTON (AP) _ A whistleblower complaint that has triggered a renewed impeachment effort in the House will be available to some members and staff of congressional intelligence committees Wednesday, according to two people familiar with the matter. The House and…

“Shark Tank” star Kevin O’Leary’s wife charged in boat crash

The wife of “Shark Tank” star Kevin O’Leary has been charged with careless operation of a vessel in a fatal boat crash in Canada.

Lexington Police search for woman accused of assaulting a Walmart employee

Lexington Police need your help to find a woman accused of assaulting a Walmart employee on September 16, 2019.

City of West Columbia starts initiative to keep litter off the streets

WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — The City of West Columbia has started a new campaign that will hold residents responsible for littering. The campaign was created in hopes of keeping waterways and…

Fairfield Co. deputies continue homicide investigation of 21-year-old Charlotte woman

The Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information about the death of a Hispanic 21-year-old Thelma Alejandra Villegas Rios.

State-wide burglary ring ends after Orangeburg suspect is arrested

A burglary ring has ended after Orangeburg deputies arrest an individual connected to state-wide cases of burglaries.

Columbia PD receives federal grant to create unit to fight gun violence

With gun crime on the rise in Columbia, the Columbia Police Department is taking action to stop the problem right at the source.

Midlands school districts announce makeup days for Hurricane Dorian

Local Midland school districts announce their makeup days from Hurricane Dorian for faculty and students.

Chapin couple celebrates 70 years of marriage

Chapin, S.C. (WOLO) --- Tuesday marks an important milestone for one Chapin couple, as they celebrate 70 years of marriage. Harold and Susie Hoffman were married 70 years ago on Sept.…

Lexington man dies days after encounter with deputies

A Lexington man who collapsed on September 18th during an encounter with Lexington deputies has died, according to Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher.

Jury to decide life or death for bank robber who killed 2

The same jury that found a North Carolina man guilty of killing two employees during a South Carolina bank robbery will now decide whether he is executed for the crimes.

Deputies: 11-year-old student accused of making threats via social media to bomb school, shoot school buses

An 11-year-old CrossRoads Intermediate School student is charged after deputies determined he made threats on social media to bomb the school and shoot school buses, according to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.