COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– A peaceful group of protestors gathered at the South Carolina State House Sunday afternoon. Many holding signs saying “I can’t breathe”. State House protest Some protestors are sitting on the lawn of the State House grounds, others standing holding up signs. There is a police presence but many officers are standing back from the protestors. Around 3:30pm…
CAYCE, SC (WOLO)– The members of the Cayce City Council unanimously approved an emergency curfew ordinance beginning at 8:30 PM on Sunday, May 31 lasting until 6:00 AM on June 1. Here is the ordinance: “A citywide curfew is hereby established and imposed beginning at 8:30 pm on Sunday, May 31, 2020, restricting the travel of individuals and lasting until 6:00 am Monday,…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Summer Camp is going to look a little different this year. But the South Carolina State Museum has some new, educational options for kids. Museum officials announced the At-Home Virtual Summer Camps will begin June 8 and run through July 3 for ages 6 – 11. The virtual camps are for a week and museum officials say they…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — Richland County Sheriff’s deputies have released more information on Saturday’s protest in Columbia that turned violent. The protest began peacefully, with a march to the State House from City Hall. Thousands listened as speakers talked about police brutality, and honoring the unarmed African Americans who have lost their lives in recent weeks, especially George Floyd which…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The Red Cross is asking you to roll up your sleeve to help save a life. The American Red Cross announced it has an urgent need for blood donations. Red Cross officials say the donations are needed to prevent a blood shortage as hospitals resume surgical procedures and patient treatments temporarily paused due to COVID-19. Per…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– A day of peaceful protests, including a walk to the South Carolina State House, ended as violence erupted Saturday in Columbia. The peaceful protest began Saturday morning at about 11 a.m., with a march to the State House. Speakers took the stage, as thousands listened. People came to show support in wanting justice for George Floyd’s death,…
WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Citing civil unrest near the Gervais Street Bridge, West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles has declared a state of emergency. City officials say a curfew is effective beginning at 9 PM, on May 30, 2020, until 6 AM, May 31, 2020. According to officials, the following activities are prohibited during the curfew: (1) Be or travel upon…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Saturday evening Columbia Police Department issued a statement encouraging protestors to go home. Via CPD Twitter: ‘We are strongly encouraging protestors to go home safely. #ColumbiaPDSC continues to monitor crowds in downtown near headquarters. Large popping sounds many hear nearby are tires bursting from car fires in this parking garage.’ Also, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin issued a…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — In a last minute press conference, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin is instilling an immediate curfew as of 6 p.m. This is for the downtown and Vista areas of the city. The curfew will remain in effect through Monday, June 1. This is in response to the protests which have turned violent outside of Columbia Police Department…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — What began as a peaceful protest and demonstration to honor George Floyd has begun to turn into violence, according to ABC Columbia News Staff on scene. Columbia Police cars are being vandalized and set on fire. Multiple cars in the parking garage across from CPD headquarters have also been set on fire. The protest began this…
