Project Childsafe Columbia aims to keep guns out of hands of children
A new initiative by leaders in the Columbia community called Project Childsafe Columbia is meant to keep guns out of the hands of children.
Author: Lee Williams
Investigations continue into Lexington and Richland school threats, district officials respond
Five schools within Lexington School Districts One and Two, and four schools within Richland School District Two have all received threats this week, either by phone or email.
Nikki Haley expected to announce presidential run, advantages and obstacles going forward
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — Earlier today via Twitter, Former SC Governor Nikki Haley asked supporters to join her for a special announcement in Charleston on February 15th. The tweet continued, saying, “And yes, it’s definitely going to be a great day in South Carolina.” A presidential run will make Haley the first Republican to put her name in the hat…
“The First Responders of First Responders,” City of Columbia hiring 911 operators
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Firefighters, law enforcement, and EMS can all play a vital role during an emergency. But first, they have to be dispatched from a 911 Operator. Known as the “First Responders of First Responders,” the Columbia-Richland 911 Communications Center is currently looking for people to join their team at 1800 Laurel Street. Interim Director for the 911…
New initiative aims to keep guns out of the hands of children
Headed by the National Shooting Sports Foundation and Project Childsafe, the initiative encourages more responsible storage of firearms.
Neighborhood councils offer thank-you breakfast for local law enforcement
The Richland County Neighborhood Council and the Columbia Council of Neighborhoods served breakfast to local law enforcement as a way to say thank you.
Recap & Rebuttals — Governor McMaster delivers State of the State Address
Freshly re-elected Governor Henry McMaster delivered his State Of The State address Wednesday night.
ABC Columbia’s Lee Williams provides a recap on the governor’s speech, as well as rebuttals from Democratic State Senator Ronnie Sabb.
Rally at USC’s Alumni Center celebrates National School Choice Week
According to the event’s host, My SC Education, the celebration raises awareness about the benefits of school choice including public, charter, magnet, virtual, home school, and private school options.
96-year-old Battle of the Bulge Veteran receives free, more accessible shower
Retired PFC Army Veteran Gerald White fought in World War II's Battle of the Bulge.
Retired PFC Army Veteran Gerald White fought in World War II’s Battle of the Bulge.
The Alex Murdaugh trial — a timeline of major events leading to today’s jury selection
As jury selection begins in Alex Murdaugh’s trial for the murders of his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul, the events surrounding the troubled Murdaugh family began long before.
