Man charged with attempting to murder person who tried to stop assault
Authorities say a man attempting to stop a violent domestic assault is recovering after officials say the suspect stabbed him when he tried to intervene.
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Pet adoptions from Columbia Animal Services will only cost $25 in December
[gtxvideo vid='wz8kw6Z2' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/wz8kw6Z2.jpg' vtitle='HolidayPetSpecial'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - There's no place like home for the holidays, and that counts for pets as well. Beginning Saturday (12/1) and running through December, Columbia Animal Services will offer pet adoptions for $25. The…
Taking care of your four-legged friends in the cold weather
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Recently, both the Richland County Sheriff’s department and Columbia Police have released horrifying details of animal maltreatment cases. Where the dogs reportedly had no food or water and had…
CPD searching for man accused of assaulting pregnant woman
Columbia Police say on Saturday, 22-year-old Datalion Tucker assaulted a pregnant woman on Bailey Street, and threatened her with a sharp object telling her to stay in the apartment.
RCSD: Assistant Principal at Dutch Fork High School arrested on multiple drug charges
An Assistant Principal at Dutch Fork High School has been arrested for multiple drug charges, including intent to distribute, say Deputies.
Newberry County asks residents to beware of potential scam
Newberry County says a potential scam is making the rounds asking for monetary donations via phone for the SC Sheriff's Association. Click here for all of the details.
Manufacturing Company in SC expanding, set to create 100 New Jobs
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Governor's office has announced that a manufacturing company will invest nearly 40 million dollars in expansion, creating 100 new jobs in the state. According to the Governor's office, Sundaram-Clayton Limited (SCL), a leading Indian manufacturer…
Swansea HS evacuated after threat found on wall
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Deputies in Lexington County say they are investigating after a message that could be deemed threatening was found written on a bathroom wall at Swansea High School. Authorities say the school has been evacuated as a…
Columbia police need your help identifying suspect after ATM stolen
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Armed and dangerous man accused of assaulting a pregnant victim
Columbia Police Department is still searching for a man considered armed and dangerous, who's accused of assaulting a pregnant victim.
Program bridges gap between police and North Cola youth
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- A new initiative hopes to lock Midlands youth into a closer relationship with law enforcement so they won't end up locked behind bars or worse. The 29203 program brought community leaders together…
Junior League Holiday Market fundraiser now open
Between Wednesday Nov. 28 through Dec. 2, you can get your holiday shopping done at the Junior League of Columbia Holiday Market.
Columbia Police search for duo suspected of stealing ATM
Columbia Police are hoping you can help them find a duo suspected busting down a business wall and of taking off with an entire ATM.
Celebrate holidays from around the world
The Columbia Art Center hosts a holiday event to help you enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday from around the world.
A homeless Veteran receives proper burial thanks to national program
A memorial service was held at Fort Jackson National Cemetery for John Stuebinger.
One person hospitalized after home fire in Lexington County
Firefighters say one person was taken to the hospital after a house fire in Lexington County.
Gamecocks give some holiday cheer before their last game of the season
[gtxvideo vid='QKAsxQYd' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/QKAsxQYd.jpg' vtitle='GamecocksGive'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - While the Gamecocks still have one football game left this season, they aren't letting that stop them from getting into the spirit of the season. On Wednesday afternoon, members of the football…
Clemson, SC ranked in top 10 for best small cities for sports
[gtxvideo vid='JkNCZdYJ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/JkNCZdYJ.jpg' vtitle='BestSportsCities'] CLEMSON, SC (WOLO) - Clemson, South Carolina is one of the best small sports cities in America according to a recent survey. Wallethub.com released the results ranking Clemson as the sixth best small city for sports.…
Here's why hundreds of umbrellas covered the State House lawn Wednesday
[gtxvideo vid='3dxPVEjL' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/3dxPVEjL.jpg' vtitle='StateHouseUmbrellas'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - If you passed by the State House Wednesday (11/28) you might have noticed umbrellas covering the lawn. The event is called "Life Blooms Eternally" and happens in various locations across the state.…
RCSD: DNA evidence from 2010 case helps lead to the arrest of 'cigarette bandit'
DNA evidence led to the arrest of a suspected cigarette bandit by the Richland County Sheriff's Department on Wednesday.
Multiple agencies on 'Sexstortion' Case: Inmates using illegal cell phones to scam military members
[gtxvideo vid='b5lPZ8Q7' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/b5lPZ8Q7.jpg' vtitle='SEXSTORTION'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- U.S. military members around the world scammed by inmates behind bars here in South Carolina. Multiple agencies came together to announce this bizarre scheme and how they broke it down. Contraband cell phones have…
Father accused of accidentally backing over 21 month old son
A South Carolina father is accused of accidentally backing over his toddler as the child ran out to greet him on his return home from work.
Gas prices dip below $2 in parts of the Midlands
[gtxvideo vid='6Hw2t9uM' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/6Hw2t9uM.jpg' vtitle='Gas Prices Dip Below $2 in parts of the Midlands'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Drivers in South Carolina are getting an early Christmas present, low gas prices. Columbia Gas Prices dot com and Gas Buddy show the midlands average…
Governor's Mansion to host Christmas Open House
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The South Carolina Governor's Mansion will soon be decked out for the holidays. Governor Henry McMaster and his family are hosting the annual Christmas Open House on Monday, December 3, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the…
Governor McMaster issues statement on Supreme Court Ruling for his Santee Cooper Appointment
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A dispute over whether Governor Henry McMaster could temporarily appoint someone to lead the Santee Cooper Utiliy Board of Directors has been ruled on by the State Supreme Court. Governor…
