First flu death reported in South Carolina
The Department of Health and Environmental Control confirms the first death in South Carolina due to complications from the flu
Author: ABC Columbia Staff
SCDC arrests 3 women for trying to smuggle cell phones, drugs, and wire cutters into prisons
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Three women have been arrested on charges of smuggling contraband into South Carolina prisons on three different occasions. According to South Carolina Department of Corrections arrest affidavits, Yoland Whitaker, Yvanda Maria Hardy, and Carmen Bess Jenkins all face charges of attempting to furnish a prisoner with contraband. The SCDC says Whitaker concealed 20 cellphones, a pair…
Columbia police investigate sexual assault
The Columbia Police Department is hoping you can help them locate a man wanted in connection to a violent sexual assault along Elmwood Avenue.
ABC Columbia News Update
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Comet bus to expand transportation service
If you need a ride to the airport, you’re in luck. The Comet bus service announces plans to expand their service to help people get to Columbia Airport.
White House suspends CNN reporter’s press pass after heated exchange with President
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WOLO) – The White House announced Wednesday (11/7) evening it was suspending a CNN reporter’s press pass as a result of an “incident” at a Presidential press conference the same day. The reporter in question is Jim Acosta. Acosta had been involved in a heated exchange with the President as he asked multiple questions. The exchange started when…
Blue Cross Blue Shield to lay off nearly 250 SC employees
FLORENCE, SC (WOLO) – Blue Cross Blue Shield says it’s laying off close to 250 employees. The Charleston Post and Courier reports the layoffs take affect Wednesday (11/7) for those who work at PGBA, a subsidiary of the insurance provider. PGBA has offices in Surfside Beach and Florence. Employees were notified of the layoffs back in August. Categories: Local News,…
Senator Lindsey Graham reacts to Session’s resignation
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham reacts to the resignation of Attorney General Jeff Sessions.
VOTE 2018 RESULTS: State Superintendent will remain elected position
A constitutional amendment question on the 2018 ballot that would change the State Superintendent position to a Governor appointment has been rejected by South Carolina voters.
Vote 2018 RESULTS: Henry McMaster projected winner of SC Governor Race
COLUMBIA, SC (AP, WOLO) – Governor Henry McMaster has been projected by the Associated Press as the winner of South Carolina’s race for Governor. This will be his first full term in office. The Republican nominee has held the position for two years after former Governor Nikki Haley left to work for President Trump. South Carolina has not elected…
