Clemson athletics director leaving for Miami job
Clemson's Athletics Director, Dan Radakovich, is leaving for his alma mater and another ACC school, a source tells ABC Columbia Wednesday.
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Memorial held for Richland County K9 Arko
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The Richland County Sheriff's Department held a memorial was held for K9 Arko who passed away on November 5th at the age of 15. K9 Arko was the face of…
Update: Search continues for escaped suspect in Lexington County
LEXINGTON, CO SC (WOLO)-- An escaped inmate remains on the run after Lexington County Deputies say he got out of an ambulance and stole a truck. Deputies say Daniel Hill was in custody when…
Local Living: Big artists headed to Colonial Life Arena
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In our look at Local Living, music lovers listen up. Colonial Life Arena announced two upcoming concerts. On Friday, February 4, 2022 Hip Hop legend Master P brings his 'No-Limit Reunion…
Gas prices in SC going down
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Some good news at the pump. In the Midlands, drivers are paying an average of $3.04 a gallon, down a nickel from last week. AAA says the national average fell to…
DHEC: 866 new cases and 17 new deaths reported
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Wednesday, DHEC reported 866 new cases of COVID-19 and 17 new deaths. State health officials also reported a percent positive of 5.4%. DHEC is urging anyone who has not gotten a vaccine, to get a COVID-19 shot.…
Lexington deputies searching for "armed and dangerous" escaped inmate
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Lexington County deputies are searching for an escaped prisoner. Investigators say Daniel Hill was in custody when he escaped from the back of an ambulance near the intersection of Leapart Rd. and…
Richland Northeast H.S. student charged with bringing loaded gun to school
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --- A 17 year old Richland Northeast High School student faces several charges after he's accused of bringing a loaded firearm onto school property. The Richland County Sheriff's Department says…
Local Living: Christmas Lights in Columbia and Monster Jam!
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Local Living with ABC Columbia is brought to you by Allure Medical. You can join the animals at Riverbanks Zoo for a happy holiday. Riverbanks' Zoo is hosting "Lights before Christmas"…
Suspect in Longcreek Dr. deadly shooting arrested
Richland Co, SC (WOLO) --- A man has been arrested for a murder that took place along Longcreek Drive. According to the Richland…
A Tree for the Fallen ceremony held at the S.C. State House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Dozens gather to light a tree for the fallen at the South Carolina State House today. Three families of South Carolina’s fallen service members joined Governor Henry McMaster…
DHEC: 661 New cases of COVID-19 and 4 new deaths
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tuesday DHEC reported 661 new cases of COVID-19 and 4 new deaths. State Health officials say the percent positive was 6.4%. DHEC is urging anyone who is eligible to get a vaccine. For a link to free…
Columbia City Council holds public hearing on redistricting
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tuesday at 2pm Columbia City Council will hold a public hearing on redistricting. According to city officials, they're holding the hearing to get input from the public regarding changes to the City Council districts to reflect the…
Christmas packages for South Carolina inmates
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Christmas gifts are going out to inmates across South Carolina, all thanks to the South Carolina Baptist Convention. Around 2,100 churches made its way to Columbia to…
Red Kettles ring across the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Salvation Army's familiar Red Kettles are up across town. You can find Red Kettles at over 60 locations across the Midlands. All of the money stays local and you can drop…
Safely decking the halls for the holidays
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Christmas trees are the epitome of the Christmas holiday tradition, but they can quickly become a fire hazard if you are not careful. Our Tyler Ryan spoke with…
McMasters open up governor's mansion for visitors to enjoy holiday decorations
“This really is a great thing. We forget how much we want to be with people," the governor said.
Goodwill hosts job fair for veterans transitioning to civilian life
Columbia, SC (WOLO)--- If you're a veteran and in the market for a job. You're in luck. 'Operation GoodJobs' is a new initiative of GIUMSC hoping to help those who have served find the perfect fit as they move on…
CPD: Man accused of stealing food delivery car in Columbia
Columbia Police officers say they arrested a man accused of stealing a food delivery car.
Local Living: Monster Jam returns to Colonial Life Arena in 2022, "House of Gucci" makes the top five list at the weekend box office
Local Living: Monster Jam returns to Colonial Life Arena in 2022, "House of Gucci" makes the top five list at the weekend box office.
Big donation arrives at the Salvation Army's Christmas Warehouse
A huge donation filled up the Salvation Army's Christmas Warehouse today.
LCSD: Lexington County student accused of making threats against schools
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says a 14-year-old student at Gilbert High School is accused of making threats against schools in the county.
SCHP seeking information about hit and run that killed a pedestrian on Fairfield Road
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a hit and run that killed a pedestrian in Richland County.
Goodwill hosting job and resource fair in Columbia
Tuesday, Goodwill Industries of the Upstate/Midlands South Carolina is hosting a job and resource fair at their Hardscrabble location.
Lexington PD asking for toy donations to help "Fill the MRAP"
You can donate toys to the Lexington Police Department for their annual Toys for Tots "Fill the MRAP" campaign.
