[gtxvideo vid='iKN7cwZk' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/iKN7cwZk.jpg' vtitle='DHEC: Swim Advisory Still in Effect For Saluda River'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A swim advisory remains in effect for a section of the Saluda River, according to DHEC. Temporary advisory signs are up in the area with…
[gtxvideo vid='EDVcbkCg' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/EDVcbkCg.jpg' vtitle='City of Columbia Begins Spraying for Mosquitos'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- City of Columbia officials say they are wasting no time after DHEC says a bird found in downtown Columbia tested positive for West Nile. Columbia Mayor Steve…
[gtxvideo vid='SPNYT6YW' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/SPNYT6YW.jpg' vtitle='Chapin FOLO'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Lexington Richland School District Five is moving forward with plans to build a new elementary school on Amick's Ferry Road in Chapin. The move comes after a contentious board meeting and vote…
[gtxvideo vid='gDBrhSCx' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/gDBrhSCx.jpg' vtitle='TROOPER SHORTAGE'] South Carolina Highway Patrol said they’re looking to fill 55 empty slots. Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- "Such a tough task these days," Lt. Kelley Hughes said. The Highway Patrol has taken to social media and recruitment…
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ Federal prosecutors say a Texas woman has admitted stealing $1.4 million from Michelin in an attempt to keep the tire testing company she worked for in business. Theresa Santos pleaded guilty Monday in South Carolina to…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Prosecutors say a project manager at the University of South Carolina funneled $420,000 worth of grant money to himself over seven years. The state grand jury indicted 48-year-old Blake Langland on five counts relating to public…
[gtxvideo vid='V93GUaOt' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/V93GUaOt.jpg' vtitle='Governor Henry McMaster Reacts to Healthcare Repeal'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) (ABC NEWS)-- Governor Henry McMaster responded Tuesday to the latest healthcare bill repeal issues. Three Republican senators have come out against Mitch McConnell's plan to repeal Obamacare,…
[gtxvideo vid='DWjBjlJc' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/DWjBjlJc.jpg' vtitle='Governor Signs Offender Supervision Specialist Bill'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- With the stroke of a pen Governor Henry McMaster signed a new bill into law Tuesday. The Offender Supervision Act is aimed at helping keep a closer eye…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced Tuesday that the West Nile Virus has been detected in a Richland County bird. According to DHEC, they…
The move to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act is on hold, for now.
[gtxvideo vid='Q0quwurA' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Q0quwurA.jpg' vtitle='Newly Renovated Owens Field Park Ready for Play'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It's time to play! The newly renovated Owens Field Park is now open. ABC Columbia News was on hand for The City of Columbia Parks and…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Lexington Richland District 5 School Board Motion passed 6-1 to purchase land for new school on Amick's Ferry Road. The vote came after a nearly three hour meeting Monday, where hundreds of community members spoke out against…
[gtxvideo vid='GSAxTj0n' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/GSAxTj0n.jpg' vtitle='Richland Library Delegation in DC to receive Honor'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) The Richland Library has accepted the 2017 National Medal. The library delegation was in Washington, D.C. Monday to receive the honor. Melanie Huggins, Richland Library Executive…
[gtxvideo vid='n2Kx8tc3' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/n2Kx8tc3.jpg' vtitle='SC Troopers Kick off Safety Campaign'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Slow down, that's the message from South Carolina Troopers as they launch a new safety campaign. 'Operations Southern Shield' kicked off Monday at the State House. According to…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The Ausome Gym is a new facility that features sensory integrated technology owners said will help children with special needs learn development skills in a safe atmosphere. "We offer…
[gtxvideo vid='KlhJsfte' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/KlhJsfte.jpg' vtitle='SUPER TROOPER'] As Abby flips through her First Responders Autograph book, she points to pictures with some of her favorite officers. “That was my old vest,” Abby said pointing to a photo of her greeting Deputy Chris…
[gtxvideo vid='trjHMZz8' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/trjHMZz8.jpg' vtitle='Consumer Recall: Sabrett Hot Dogs'] (CNN)--A consumer recall for those of you planning a picnic or cookout. Millions of pounds of Sabrett hot dogs and sausages -- as well as similar foods sold under other popular brand…
WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO_)-- Residents in parts of West Columbia should expert water service disruption Monday and Tuesday due to the installation of new water lines. According to City officials, the new water lines on Rainbow Drive will require a…
[gtxvideo vid='u6TG1JrC' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/u6TG1JrC.jpg' vtitle='New ABC News Poll: Trump Approval Rating'] ABC NEWS--Americans give President Donald Trump the lowest six-month approval rating of any president in polls dating back 70 years, punctuated by questions about his competence on the world stage, his effectiveness, the GOP health care…
A 23-year-old South Carolina man is accused of fatally shooting his girlfriend and leaving her in a wheelchair outside a hospital.
