Officials say waiting to return home could be the safest choice
While Florence may have passed, the effects of the storm can still create danger for those attempting to return home.
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Man pleads guilty to abducting 4-year-old in SC
Today, Thomas Evans plead guilty to abducting a four-year-old girl from John's Island earlier this year.
Deadly shooting investigation ongoing
The Richland County Sheriff's Department are hoping you can help them solve a deadly shooting from September 10th. Click here for the full details.
Gov. McMaster meets with responders to discuss strategy
Tuesday morning, Governor Henry McMaster met with representatives from the Air Force, National Guard and the Department of Defense to discuss strategy for storm relief moving forward.
A look at damage and flooding in Cheraw on day two
The latest look at the Cheraw and the residents who are still dealing with flood waters that are just now starting to recede and the damage that's starting to rear its head.
US Attorney's office announces Indictments against Fifth Circuit Solicitor
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The U.S. Attorney's office on Tuesday announced it has indicted Fifth Circuit Solicitor Dan Johnson on fraud charges. According to a release, Federal prosecutors say the 26 count indictment includes charges…
Florence flooding expected to be as bad as Hurricane Matthew in Pee Dee area
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The worst is yet to come according to Governor Henry McMaster. River flooding is what is keeping state officials on guard and they say the amount of damage they…
What you need to know to help Hurricane Florence victims
Several organizations throughout the Midlands are taking donations and asking for supplies to help the victims of Hurricane Florence.
Columbia issues West Nile Virus alert
The City of Columbia has issued a West Nile Virus alert after two more dead birds were found testing positive for the virus.
Flooding has cut off entire communities in North Carolina
[gtxvideo vid='i9W015XH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/i9W015XH.jpg' vtitle='FLORENCE NATIONAL'] NORTH CAROLINA (WOLO, ABC NEWS) - In North Carolina the flooding has reached catastrophic levels with entire communities cut off by rising waters. The death toll continues to climb as well as the total number…
Pee Dee River nearing record highs as flood waters continue to rise
[gtxvideo vid='iwwM1F8s' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/iwwM1F8s.jpg' vtitle='CHERAW'] CHERAW, SC (WOLO) - The Pee Dee River is nearing record highs, prompting flood warning in Chesterfield County. Watch the live report above for the full story.
Nichols SC already seeing high flood waters
ABC Columbia's Alexis Frazier attempted to enter Nichols, S.C. to tell us more about potential flooding, but water levels were already too high for the crew to make it through.
A look at flooding in Chesterfield County
[gtxvideo vid='hpnFLn8A' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/hpnFLn8A.jpg' vtitle='A look at flooding in Chesterfield County'] CHESTERFIELD, CHERAW (WOLO)-- Parts of South Carolina and North Caroling continue to deal with rising water levele. Cheraw in Chesterfield county is taking on more water than it can handle, roads…
Darlington County Dealing with washed out roads, flooded streets
[gtxvideo vid='N1yopemX' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/N1yopemX.jpg' vtitle='Darlington County Dealing with washed out roads'] DARLINGTON, SC (WOLO)-- In parts of the Palmetto State, especially Conway, Horry County, Marion and Darlington, flooding is a real danger. ABC Columbia's Alexis Frazier went to Darlington, where the flooding…
SC Officials asking Volunteers to coordinate efforts, check SC EMD site for ways to help
[gtxvideo vid='Geo3uGg8' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Geo3uGg8.jpg' vtitle='SC Officials asking Volunteers to coordinate efforts'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--While seeing images of rescuers may inspire many of you to jump into action, State officials are asking you 'not' to self deploy. Authorities at the South Carolina…
Healthy Carolinas Farmers Market happening each Tuesday
[gtxvideo vid='k9yTUWkV' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/k9yTUWkV.jpg' vtitle='Healthy Caarolinas Farmers Market'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Taking place today, the Healthy Carolina Farmer's Market on Greene Street. The University of South Carolina, in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, host the vendor fair…
Richland County searches for suspected burglar
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is hoping you can help them locate a man suspected of a Decker Boulevard Burglary.
Florence Donations being collected by 'Columbia Relief', here's how to donate
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–An organization is putting together the relief effort right here in the Midlands. Columbia Relief has set up drop off locations across the area for items storm victims may need. The organization is working in partnership with Harvest…
'Serve and Connect' hosts Flood Supply Donation Drop off
[gtxvideo vid='OivQLiHe' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/OivQLiHe.jpg' vtitle=''Serve and Connect hosts Flood Supply Donation Drop off'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you looking to help Florence victims, do you have extra Hurricane supplies you could donate to flood victims? Here's how you can help. Serve…
Darlington County faces more flooding and damaged roads
[gtxvideo vid='TUiJ5fEm' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/TUiJ5fEm.jpg' vtitle='darlington flood'] DARLINGTON,SC (WOLO)- The Northern part of the state got pounded by rain, and flooding still a major danger. Roads turned into rivers as water continues to rise in the Carolinas making it hard for drivers…
Historical flooding "never seen before" could take weeks to drain
[gtxvideo vid='ZszuaWuB' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ZszuaWuB.jpg' vtitle='Rising water floods parks, destroys roads and forces ev'] CHERAW, SC (WOLO) - Thousands of acres are flooded around the Pee Dee River. As of 6 p.m. Monday (9/17), the water had risen 3 feet since 11…
Man gets 15 year sentence for violent hammer attack
A Darlington man is sentenced to 15 years for hammer attack.
Columbia confirms two dead birds test positive for West Nile Virus
The City of Columbia announced Monday that two dead birds found within the city limits tested positive for West Nile Virus.
Midlands groups step up to help Pee Dee area through flooding
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Both North and South Carolina are feeling the effects of Florence and many are needing supplies because of flooding. Here in the Midlands, we are no stranger to flooding and…
Avoid donation scams
The Department of Consumer Affairs wants to make sure you're weary of scam artist that may try to take advantage of those impacted by Hurricane Florence.
