Columbia Police arrest two in deadly Waverly Street shooting, warrant issued for a third
Two suspects are in custody and another is wanted in connection with a woman’s death on Oct. 5, 2018.
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Reminder tips from the Red Cross ahead of Halloween trick-or-treating
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – The Red Cross is offering some advice for trick-or-treaters: Plan the trick-or-treat route so you know where your children are going. Use only flame-resistant costumes. Make sure trick-or-treaters can see and be seen. Give them a flashlight to light their way or add reflective tape to costumes. Never go inside a home to accept treats. If…
Angel Tree registration begins, Families excited for holiday season
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– ABC Columbia and the Salvation Army partner up every year to make sure families who are struggling to make ends meet are still able to have a wonderful holiday season with The Angel Tree. Tuesday was first-day families could go to the State Fairgrounds and register for assistance. This year we are hoping to help more than 3,500families this…
Congressional debate held just ahead of General election
The Second Congressional District of South Carolina held a debate Tuesday morning to lay out their platforms just ahead of the November 6th General election. Click here to see what some of the candidates had to say.
Deputies searching for missing man
Richland County deputies are asking for your help finding a missing man. Investigators say 66 year old Calvin Counts was last seen Monday on the 4000 block of Hardscrabble Rd. Deputies say Counts has conditions that require medications he does not have with him. If you know where he is call the Richland County Sheriff’s Department. Categories: Local News, News,…
RCSD needs help identifying the suspect of a carjacking
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is asking the community to help identify the suspect of a carjacking.
Columbia Jewish Community gathering to remember Victims in Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– As the Nation continues to mourn the tragic loss of 11 worshipers at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, the midlands Jewish community will gather Tuesday for a remembrance. According to a release from the Columbia Jewish Federation, the community is invited to attend the service of solidarity Tuesday, October 30th at 6:00 PM at Beth Shalom Synagogue…
New Turf! Richland District One officials unveil stadium improvements
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– High School football stadiums throughout Richland School District One are getting a face lift. On Monday, District One officials held a ribbon cutting ceremony unveiling renovations at the Stadium at Lower Richland, inlcuding new turf says the District Superintendent. District officials say the improvements include a new press box, new bleachers, and a new track. District officials are…
En Vogue to headline Famously Hot New Year
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– 90’s r&b stars En Vogue will headline this year’s Famously Hot New Year party. The group had hits back in the day like Never Gonna Get It, and Free Your Mind. En Vogue will be joined by the Soda City Brass Band and Charleston hip-hop group Little Stranger. This is Columbia’s 8th Famously Hot New Year celebration….
Ben Lippen holds groundbreaking for expansion project
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–A Midlands school has announced a major expansion. Ben Lippen held a ground breaking ceremony Monday for Phase One of an expansion, which includes its new center for the Arts and Sciences. School officials say the first phase of the $5.5 million dollar project, includes expanding opportunities in chemistry, robotics, and visual arts. A new track and global business…
