Watch: A Time for Art
Columbia,S.C. (WOLO) -- A silent auction taking place here in the Midlands is giving you a chance to get your hands on art that won't cost you anything, but a bit of your time. This is the third year for…
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Chaos on the campaign trail: Trump rally protest turns violent
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) _ Authorities in New Mexico are characterizing an anti-Donald Trump demonstration outside a campaign rally as a "riot.'' Authorities say demonstrators threw burning T-shirts, plastic bottles and other items at police officers last night, injuring several,…
Charleston City Council takes step toward day of honor for Emanuel AME victims, church
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Charleston City Council gave preliminary approval Tuesday night to a day of honor for each the victims and survivors of the Emanuel AME shooting and the church itself. William Dudley Gregorie, a councilman and trustee for…
Bill Creates Special Legislative Session in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- Legislators will likely return to Columbia in mid-June for a special legislative session. Under a resolution approved Tuesday by the Senate, the special session would start at noon June 15. That's the day after many legislators…
House OKs $2B Road Borrowing Bill
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- The South Carolina House has approved a bill that would borrow around $2 billion to spend on major highways and bridges. The 102-3 vote sends a combined bill with both the extra money for roads and…
Watch: CPD Officer Seriously Injured in Crash
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A spokesperson for the Columbia Police Department says an officer was involved in a collision on I-126 at the Broad River Bridge. Police say Officer Pete Conklin was seriously injured and transported to a nearby hospital where…
Watch: Employing the Capital City
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- The hunt is on, as recent grads and students on summer break vie for part and full time employment On Tuesday the Columbia Police Department and Mayor Benjamin were in the community passing out applications for…
Justice Department to seek Death Penalty in Dylann Roof Case
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Federal Prosecutors announced Tuesday they will seek the Death Penalty against accused Charleston Church Shooter Dylann Roof. In a statement released to ABC Columbia News Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch says “Following the department’s rigorous review process…
Late Senator's Portrait Unveiled
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Wednesday State Lawmakers formally unveiled a portrait to honor the memory of Senator Clementa C. Pinckney. Pinckney's two daughters unveiled the portrait. His Wife Jennifer told the chamber, if he were here he'd call himself unworthy…
Watch: Continued Fallout over HB2
North Carolina (WOLO) --- It's a controversial that is having a far reaching impact. The battle over House Bill 2 is not only leading to protests but is now also causing some economic turmoil as bands cancel concerts affecting tourism…
Watch: Tuesday Midlands Happenings
Columbia,S.C (WOLO) -- If you needed any excuse to get out and enjoy the beautiful South Carolina sun, ABC Columbia News has you covered with plenty of options. From going to the Riverbanks Zoo, and Shopping for a good cause,…
Forensic official: EgyptAir 804 human remains suggest blast
CAIRO (AP) _ A senior Egyptian forensics official says human remains retrieved from the crash site of EgyptAir flight 804 suggest there was an explosion on board that may have brought down the aircraft. The official is part of…
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WATCH: City of Columbia Reviews New Zoning Ordinance
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Georgia Approves $7.5M for Joint Seaport with South Carolina
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) -- Georgia officials have approved the spending of $7.5 million over the next three years toward building a new port terminal on the South Carolina side of the Savannah River. Both Georgia and South Carolina say the…
College of Charleston Buys $3.2 Million Inn
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) -- The College of Charleston has purchased a more-than 200-year-old inn in Charleston's historic district. The Post and Courier of Charleston reports the school recently paid $3.2 million for the 10-room King George IV Inn which dates…
Watch: Prices at the Pump on the Rise
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Prices at the pump are on the rise as we get ready for the Memorial Day Weekend. Here in the Midlands according to GASBUDDY drivers are paying an average of $2.07 a gallon. Nationally gas prices are…
Riverbanks Zoo Closed due to Water Break, Botanical Garden Remains Open
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Riverbanks Zoo is closed Monday after a water main break in the City of Columbia. According to Zoo officials, the Zoo will be closed for the remainder of today because of a water main break off of…
Watch: Taliban Leader Killed
Afghan (WOLO) -- President Barack Obama says the death of a Taliban leader is "An important Milestone" in the war on terror. White house officials confirm the death was the result of a drone strike. Click here to see more.
Watch: Unwanted Swimmer Takes a Dip
Beaufort, S.C. (WOLO) --- If the nicer weather has you eager to take a dip in the pool, you're not alone. Click here to see the unwanted guest who decided to hit the water and catch YMCA employees off guard.
