4 Children are dead following car crash in upstate
GREENVILLE S.C. (WOLO)- Fourth child has died as a result from a crash that happened Friday. According to Greenville County Coroners office... the fourth child…
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SC ups relief request for Hurricane Florence aftermath
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's governor says the state's delegation will be able to request more funds to provide relief following Hurricane Florence. In a letter obtained Saturday by The Associated Press, Gov. Henry McMaster told U.S. Rep. Tom…
Coroner: 3 dead from accidental carbon monoxide poisoning
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) - Authorities say three men in South Carolina are dead after an accidental carbon monoxide poisoning. York County sheriff's deputies tell media outlets they were called around 5 p.m. Saturday to a home in Rock Hill,…
Police investigating after woman's body found in Columbia
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The Columbia Police Department is investigating a suspicious death after a female was found unresponsive early Sunday morning. A citizen called 911 after discovering the body at the 3000 block of Calk Street off of West…
Winter Weather Advisory in effect for 3 counties in Midlands
COLUMBIA, S.C (WOLO)-- According to the National weather service out of Columbia, a winter weather advisory is in effect for Newberry, Fairfield and Kershaw Counties until 7pm Monday. According to the NWS Columbia, an advisory means light freezing rain possibly…
Salvation Army angel tree ends Sunday
Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---If you've watched us at all this month you know we are proud and excited to partner with the Salvation Army on their Angel Tree program. But you don't have…
SC EMD Tips on preparing for Winter Weather
[gtxvideo vid='Zw5uI7iL' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Zw5uI7iL.jpg' vtitle='SC EMD Tips on preparing for Winter Weather'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--It's winter and that means the potential for winter weather. Officials at SC EMD say even if we don’t get a flake of snow, or an inch…
It's Happening: Second Hootie and the Blowfish Concert is on due to demand
[gtxvideo vid='LhFz3rVR' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/LhFz3rVR.jpg' vtitle='It's Happening: A second Hootie and the Blowfish Concert due'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- They're back! Hootie and the Blowfish have announced a second concert, due to high demand. Colonial Life Arena announced Hootie and the Blowfish will…
Arbor Day Celebrated in City of Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='9ClPqcR3' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9ClPqcR3.jpg' vtitle='Arbor Day Celebrated in City of Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The City of Columbia celebrated South Carolina Arbor Day Friday at South Kilbourne Elementary School. Arbor Day is an International holiday that celebrates trees and the many benefits…
Tips to protect your account from hackers this holiday
[gtxvideo vid='metfv7tO' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/metfv7tO.jpg' vtitle='How to protect your account from hackers this holiday'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO): 'Tis the season of Holiday shopping and for many of us, shopping online is just so much easier than running to the store. For hackers…
Snow in forecast stops Gamecocks from traveling to Duke
No. 22 South Carolina won't make the trip to Durham for their game against Duke. scheduled for Sunday, December 9. Snowstorms across the state of North Carolina have caused the programs to cancel their contest and seek another time this season to reschedule.
Winter weather advisory for several Midlands counties
COLUMBIA, S.C (WOLO)-- According to the National weather service out of Columbia, a winter weather advisory is in effect for the Northern portions of Newberry, Fairfield and Kershaw Counties from 9pm Saturday to 7pm Monday. An advisory means light freezing…
Angel Trees up through December 9th, Be an Angel
[gtxvideo vid='7Ayobd4P' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/7Ayobd4P.jpg' vtitle='Angel Trees are up, Make a Child's Christmas'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you are out shopping, stop by an 'Angel Tree' and become an ‘Angel’ this Christmas. ABC Columbia is a proud sponsor of the Salvation Army’s Angel…
Local Group Hosting Community Baby Shower in Columbia
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO) The 5th annual Love Yourself Community Baby Shower is happening Saturday, December 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is meant to empower and assist expecting mothers, as well as mothers of toddlers and newborns in…
Christmas Donation Party hosted by Columbia Animal Services-here's how to donate
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)--Looking to fill some stockings for furry friends this Holiday? The Columbia Animal Services is hosting a Christmas donation party and they'd like to invite you. The Donation party is Saturday, December 15th from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m.…
Lake Murray decks the halls with annual Christmas event
Deck the halls during the annual Lake Murray open house taking place all weekend.
Police: Man charged with indecent exposurein Target parking lot
The Lexington Sheriff's Department also announced the arrest of a man accused of exposing himself to a woman in a Target parking lot.
City's Green Bonds will help address stormwater system issues
The City of Columbia is issuing its first ever Green Bonds to fund stormwater system improvements.
Three arrested in Sumter in connection with shooting incidents and drug trade
The Sumter Police Department has arrested a man in connection with shooting incidents and two other men wanted for their involvement in drug trade.
Time is running out to be a holiday angel with the Salvation Army
[gtxvideo vid='9CHPu2l4' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9CHPu2l4.jpg' vtitle='AngelTreeLive'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---If you've watched us at all this month you know we are proud and excited to partner with the Salvation Army on their Angel Tree program. But you don't have much time left…
Fake Charities: Scammers using your generosity against you
[gtxvideo vid='Xf2jsAsX' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Xf2jsAsX.jpg' vtitle='CHarityScams'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Everyone is in the giving spirit with the holidays quickly approaching. There are so many great charities to give to this holiday season, but Consumer Affairs says to be wary of charities you don’t know…
Police: stepfather who drove son to mall to attempted robbery incident arrested
Lexington Police arrested a suspect in an attempted armed robbery in July.
Hootie and the Blowfish add second Columbia show
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Columbia's local-band-done-good is bringing its reunion tour to the Soda City not once but twice. Friday Colonial Life Arena announced Hootie…
Tickets on sale for Hootie and the Blowfish 'Group Therapy Tour'- Yes, it's happening
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--They are ready to hit the concert scene. One of South Carolina's most iconic groups is getting the band back together for a tour in 2019. In a release Monday, Colonial Life Arena announced that Hootie & the…
Local event brings holidays from around the world to Columbia
Community members gathered to celebrate holidays from all around the world as part of the Columbia Art Center's Worlds of Creativity series.
