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Columbia Police search for suspect in home invasion

Columbia police are seeking the help of the public in identifying a man they say stole from a residence on Waccamaw Avenue.

Vietnam veterans pay tribute to those still MIA

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-The Nickelodeon Theater held a free screening Monday night in honor of Veterans Day. Some Vietnam veterans here in the midlands who fought side by side with some of the thousands…

Armed robbery at Family Dollar on Millwood Ave

The Columbia Police Department is investigating an armed robbery at the Family Dollar on Millwood Avenue late Monday night.

Columbia Police still search for suspect in criminal sexual conduct case

As of Monday, Nov. 12, police continue to search for the suspect accused of criminal sexual conduct.

City of Columbia accepts applications for MLK Scholarship

If you or anyone you know 18 or younger that is an example of non violence and diversity with at least a 2.0 GPA they can apply for a Scholarship. Click here for more details.

Legislative committee wants to give more control of the Dept. of Disabilities to the Governor

[gtxvideo vid='wxK2CFFx' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/wxK2CFFx.jpg' vtitle='DeptofDisabilities'] COLUMBIA, SC (GREENVILLE NEWS) - The House Legislative Oversight Committee has overwhelmingly endorsed a proposal to place the state Department of Disabilities and Special Needs in the governor's cabinet. It also recommends that all county special…

Veterans Day: Live PD Deputy served twice in two different branches of the military

[gtxvideo vid='J02Ce5Ez' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/J02Ce5Ez.jpg' vtitle='RCSD Veteran'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- On Veterans Day, Americans celebrate heroes near and far for their dedication to our country and for protecting our freedoms. ABC Columbia’s Angela Rogers sat down with a local hero, who didn’t just serve…

Fort Jackson 282nd Army Band performs free concert for Veterans Day

[gtxvideo vid='EkOmn3lP' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/EkOmn3lP.jpg' vtitle='Fort Jackson 282nd Army Band Concert Performs'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Honoring Veterans with music, The Fort Jackson 282nd Band performed a free Veterans Day concert Sunday at Trinity Episcopal Church. The event celebrated the centennial of the Armistice…

Local Red Cross Volunteers head to California to aid Wildfire victims

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Red Cross volunteers from South Carolina are headed to California to help in the wildfire disaster. According to the Red Cross, the six volunteers with the Palmetto SC Region have…

Game time announced for Carolina Clemson game

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Palmetto Bowl will kickoff under the lights on November 24th in Death Valley. The Carolina-Clemson game will be televised on ESPN at 7pm. According to USC's Sports Information Department, Clemson holds a 69-42-4 advantage in one…

Select restaurant locations celebrate Veteran's Day with meal deals

In honor of those who have selflessly fought to protect our country, the following restaurants have selflessly decided to offer great meal deals.

Second suspect in attempted Sumter murder turned himself into deputies

Sumter County deputies say a second suspect involved in an attempted murder incident in October, turned himself in November 10th.

Dr. Martin Luther King Scholarship Award Application

The City of Columbia accepting nominees for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Dream Keeper Scholarship Award

The Comet to offer free rides for Veterans this Veterans Day

COLUMBIA, S.C. – In honor of Veterans Day, The COMET bus service announced it will offer Free rides for Veterans on Veteran’s Day. COMET's Executive Director says the free service is a gesture to thank servicemen and women. According to…

Columbia music festival postponed due to California wildfires

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The fires spreading in California caused a concert in the Midlands to get postponed, according to concert promoters. The Southern Heat Music Festival 2 was canceled Saturday because rapper Kevin…

2 shot after homecoming event at South Carolina college

DENMARK, S.C. (AP) - One man died and another was injured after they were shot after a homecoming party on a South Carolina college campus. Voorhees College in Denmark celebrated its homecoming Friday. The State newspaper reports that the school…

Bubbie’s Jewish Food Extravaganza 'Brisket and Bakery'

[gtxvideo vid='MaAzW9Ek' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/MaAzW9Ek.jpg' vtitle='Bubbies'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-Bubbie’s Brisket and Bakery is coming to Beth Shalom Synagogue on Sunday, November 11th. The Jewish food extravaganza features savory and sweet treats. It takes place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bubbie’s Brisket…

Momentum chomped: Gators get Gamecocks late

Carolina held a 17 point lead with less than 16 minutes to go, but the Gators scored 21 unanswered points to defeat Will Muschamp in his second appearance at The Swamp as a visiting head coach 35-31.

City of Columbia's Annual Veterans Day Parade set for Monday

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Honoring those who fought for our freedom, that's the goal of the City of Columbia's annual Veterans Day parade. According to the city, it's one of the Southeast’s…

Veteran's day parade rolls through Columbia Monday

Get ready for one of the Southeast biggest Vateran's Day Parades to honor the men and women who serve and sacrifice for our freedoms.

Weekend Event: Curtis Wilson gets a look at the Craftsmen's Christmas Classic

[gtxvideo vid='cNBwDBGU' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/cNBwDBGU.jpg' vtitle='Curtis gives us a preview of th Craftmas Classic'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The 43rd Annual Craftsmen’s Christmas Classic welcomes the holiday shopping season this weekend. The event is being at the State Fairgrounds Sunday November 11,…