FBI joins search for missing South Carolina woman Sabrina Heinz
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. — The search for a missing Midlands woman continues and the FBI has now joined the Richland County Sheriff's Department in efforts to find Sabrina Heinz. Deputies said there is reason to believe Heinz may have been picked up on the interstate and “could possibly be...
Crash blocks all westbound lanes on interstate near Malfunction Junction
A crash on Thursday morning blocked one side of a major interstate running through Columbia near the area called Malfunction Junction, creating delays for drivers on the morning commute. All the westbound lanes on Interstate 20 were temporarily closed following the collision that happened at about 5:25 a.m.,...
Bloody victim found after she was attacked with a weapon, SC sheriff says
A woman was bloodied after being hit in the head with a weapon during an attack Wednesday in South Carolina, according to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department . At about 5 p.m., deputies responded to report of an assault in the 500 block of Spindrift Lane , the sheriff’s department said Thursday in a news...
SC boutique owner charged in several counties jailed in Richland County
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - The owner of a South Carolina children’s boutique, who is facing charges in several counties, was booked into Richland County’s jail on Thursday. Public records show 30-year-old Pamela Brooke Schronce was booked at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center on a count of obtaining property under false...
UPS to close Columbia, SC area hub amid job cuts. Here’s what we know
The United Parcel Service is closing its Midlands hub in West Columbia. The closure is one of nearly two dozen locations slated to be shuttered in more than 18 states, including facilities in Georgia, Florida and Texas, according to reporting by trade magazine Fast Company . Those plans were revealed in a court...
Spring Festivals for Foodies in Columbia, South Carolina
As winter moves into the rearview and warmer weather approaches, the anticipation for the best of Columbia SC’s festival scene grows. And if you’re major foodies like us, you’ll appreciate the many events that are dedicated to culinary craft. Mark your calendars and start planning your trip to experience one or more...
Anonymous gun turn-in event set for Feb. 19 at Brookland Baptist Church Northeast
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. — The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is supporting an Anonymous Gun Turn-In event aimed at helping reduce youth gun violence in the community. The event is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 19, from 3–6 p.m. at Brookland Baptist Church Northeast, located at 1203 Summit Parkway. Organizers say...
This Day in History: Union army ransacks Columbia, SC, during Civil War
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WHSV) - Just over 160 years ago on Feb. 17, 1865, Union troops ransacked and destroyed much of Columbia, South Carolina.
Gilbert leaders weigh alternative event after Lexington County Peach Festival canceled
GILBERT, S.C. — For more than six decades, the Lexington County Peach Festival has been a summer tradition. But this year, that event has been canceled. “What brought me back every year was the fact that it was good wholesome family fun,” said Paula Kyzer. Last week, the...
Road reopens after West Columbia Police handle barricaded person incident
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– West Columbia Police Department said the roadway has reopened. WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– West Columbia Police Department is asking people to avoid the 1400 block of Platt Springs Road area as police work an incident, says the dept. The police department says officers are...

















