River Drive back open after a two car collision on Sunday
Columbia Police Department says the 3800 block of River Drive is back open this morning after a two car collision on Sunday.
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Sponsor: SC ban on drivers holding cellphones likely dead
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The sponsor of a bill that would ban drivers in South Carolina from holding cellphones in their hands says it likely won't pass this year. Legislators in the House voted Wednesday to send the bill back…
Visitors say Columbia a great host for NCAA Tournament
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Capital City was buzzing Sunday night as thousands of fans descended on Colonial Life Arena for the NCAA tournament. Over at Colonial Life Arena the men's tournament…
SC House to consider Santee Cooper sale bill
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The South Carolina House appears to be ready to give quick consideration to a bill to hire experts to seek bids to buy state-owned utility Santee Cooper. A proposal filed Thursday would give experts if hired…
Gamecocks advance to Sweet Sixteen
Mikiah Herbert Harrigan scored 20 points, Alexis Jennings added 16 and fourth-seeded South Carolina beat No. 5 seed Florida State 72-64 on Sunday to advance to the women’s NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 for the sixth straight season.
SC Governor reacts to hosting NCAA Tournament
[gtxvideo vid='w4fbIdR4' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/w4fbIdR4.jpg' vtitle='SC SPORT EVENT HOTSPOT'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) --March Madness is in full swing as fans eat, visit and enjoy the NCAA Basketball tournament at Colonial Life Arena. Columbia is in the spotlight as one of the host…
Gas Prices Spike in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Gas prices are spiking. According to AAA Carolinas, drivers are paying more at the pump than they were this time last year. According to AAA, Columbia's gas price average is $2.34 and last week drivers were paying $2.28.…
Tournament Time: Game Schedules and Parking at Colonial Life Arena
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Sunday in the Capital City means March Madness. The Colonial Life Arena is host to the First and Second Rounds of the NCAA Men's Basketball tournament. Looking for the game schedule or parking spaces? Here's a list…
COMET hosting listening sessions in St. Andrews, West Columbia today and tomorrow
Do you ride the transit system? Do you have something to say about the COMET?
Deputies investigating after man shot multiple times in Richland County
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Deputies are investigating a shooting that sent a man to the hospital Saturday afternoon. The shooting happened at 2:30p.m. in the 1400 block of Haviland Circle. Deputies say they were flagged down a short distance from the…
SCE&G to perform Tree Trimming in several neighborhoods
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Certain Midlands neighborhoods need to prepare for tree trimming in the next two weeks. According to SCE&G they will perform tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods for the next two weeks: Burton…
Headed to the tournament? There is a Clear Bag Policy at Colonial Life Arena
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - If you are ready for some 'March Madness' you may be headed to Colonial Life Arena for the games. There are some policies you must be aware of before entering the facility. According to the arena…
Zion's NCAA debut proves successful
Zion Williamson's NCAA tournament debut against North Dakota State University proved to be successful after pulling his team to a win during the second half.
Deputies: Sumter man arrested for bruising 6-year-old boy with a belt
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a Sumter man is charged with cruelty to children.
Sumter County man charged with criminal sexual conduct with a 15-year old, deputies say
The Sumter County Sheriff Office says a Sumter man is charged with criminal sexual conduct with a minor.
Booker nets 1st 2020 endorsement from SC lawmaker
Democratic presidential candidate Cory Booker has netted the first endorsement from a sitting lawmaker in the crucial early-voting state of South Carolina.
SC woman wrote $500 counterfeit check to receive money and goods at Sumter grocery store, deputies say
Sumter County deputies say that a Hartsville woman is charged with forgery, value less than $10,000.
Man reported his car stolen, Sumter County deputies say he lied
The Sumter County deputies say a man is charged with falsely reporting a stolen vehicle.
Richland County Legislative Delegation named 5 new nominees to serve on elections board
The Richland County Legislative Delegation has named its nominees for the Richland County Elections Board.
Gamecocks preach what they practiced, defeat Belmont to start NCAA Tourney
The Gamecocks held Belmont off from behind the three point line and advanced to their eighth-straight Round of 32, winning their NCAA Tournament opener 74-52 Friday.
Presidental hopeful Beto O'Rourke in the Midlands meeting with mayor, students
Presidential candidates are not an uncommon site in South Carolina as the First-in-the-South primary draws near.
Deputies: Lexington County man charged with attempted murder after shooting at a residence
The Orangeburg County Sheriff says a Lexington County man has been charged after a shooting incident that occurred when he confronted his wife's male friend.
School bus crashes into Sumter home
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office responded to the 2600 block of McCrays Mill Road after a Sumter School District bus struck a house and shed on Friday after 2 p.m.
Man facing charges for shooting at his former girlfriend's new friend, deputies say
Orangeburg County Sheriff says a man is being sought after shooting at a rival last week and has been taken into custody in Dorchester County.
Midlands elementary school adds garden beds thanks to grant
West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Spring is here and that means its time to get out in the garden. Friday morning students from Congaree Elementary School got the chance to get their…
