Rochelle Dean is an AP award-winning journalist and news anchor for ABC Columbia (WOLO). With a focus on delivering timely and accurate news, Rochelle covers a wide range of topics including crime, community events, and breaking news stories. She is also the CEO and Founder of the Flora Foundation and serves as a member of the MAC School Board.
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Columbia, South Carolina, United States (Local)
Rochelle's coverage spans a variety of topics including crime, government & politics, and local news. She seems to prioritize evolving stories, breaking news, and government announcements. If you're looking to pitch her a story, consider offering insights or access to sources related to ongoing criminal investigations or political developments at the local level.
Given her focus on weather-related articles and events in the community, she may also be interested in pitches related to upcoming local events or issues affecting residents within her coverage area.
While Rochelle does not have a specific geographic focus mentioned, it is evident that her reporting centers around localized stories with relevance primarily for a regional audience.
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By: Rochelle Dean
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) — We have learned a few new details surrounding a shooting that injured the Vice President for Student Development and Services at Claflin University. Police say Durant is recovering after being injured after a shooting Wednesday night.
The Sumter Police Department is hoping someone in the community may be able to help them locate a 19 year old girl they say has been missing since Monday morning.
Sumter, SC (WOLO) — The Sumter Police Department says a 19 year old girl that was reported missing since Monday morning has been found safe.
By: Rochelle Dean
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Richland School District One honored 242 students from elementary, middle and high schools throughout the district during their second annual Rising Stars awards ceremony.
By: Rochelle Dean
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Columbia Water Services is working in a neighborhood, but the work is impacting some nearby residents experiencing a temporary disruption in service.
By: Rochelle Dean
South Carolina is among the nation's worst for Nurses. Click here to find out why.
By: Rochelle Dean
The Kershaw County Fire Services continues search for the cause of an afternoon business fire
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The South Carolina Senate spent an hour debating a proposed bill that would ban minors from being able to get gender affirming procedures, before adjourning Wednesday night.
By: Rochelle Dean
Image: Lexington PD Lexington, SC (WOLO) — Lexington Police are hoping someone recognizes and can help them identify a man accused of stealing several items from an area business.
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The summer has not officially started, but the summer heat is already starting to creep in.
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