Dorn VA's home away from home
Governor Henry Mcmaster's wife is the new honorary chair of a fundraising effort to help Veterans to live comfortably while they get medical treatment.
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COMET to Offer Free Service on Election Day
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The City of Columbia's bus service will offer free service on Election Day, November 6, 2018. A spokesperson for The COMET says the free fares are being offered to eliminate an economic barrier to exercising the right…
Tropical storm watch on SC coast-Tracking Hurricane Michael
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A tropical storm watch is in effect for many SC coastal counties due to Hurricane Michael. SCEMD officials say now is the time to check your emergency plan & supplies kit. Protect your family & secure your…
Police: Suspect Wanted for Burglary at TS Martin Drive
Columbia Police released a sketch of a suspect wanted for burglary in September. Officers say the burglary happened Sept. 30.
Man accused of stealing money from vending machines, again
The Columbia Police Department says they are searching for a man accused of breaking into a vending machine and stealing cash while out on bond for allegedly committing the same crime months earlier.
Tuesday forecast- Tracking Hurricane Michael
As we keep all eyes to the south and the approach of Hurricane Michael, today we can expect a breezy morning and a build up of clouds with isolated showers this afternoon.
Former VP Biden to campaign for James Smith in SC
[gtxvideo vid='ken2pbA0' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ken2pbA0.jpg' vtitle='Former VP Biden to campaign for James Smith in SC'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Former Vice President Joe Biden will return to South Carolina this weekend to campaign for James Smith, the Democratic nominee for Governor. Smith's campaign spokesman…
Oliver Gospel Thanksgiving donations
The Oliver Gospel Mission is accepting donations in hopes giving some area residents in need have something to be thankful for this Thanksgiving.
Oktoberfest Sneak Peak
Oktoberfest is almost here and local breweries are getting ready by putting their personal touch on bring the taste of Germany here to the Midlands.
Preps for SC State Fair underway
We are counting down the days to the SC State Fair, and you are running out of time to have your chance to go for free on us. Click below for details.
Report: hand sanitizer actually helps keep kids healthy
[gtxvideo vid='rWagDJgK' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/rWagDJgK.jpg' vtitle='Hand Sanitizer reduces sick days'] (WOLO) - Using hand sanitizer may keep young kids more healthy according to a recent report. Researchers in Spain examined hand hygiene among young children in day care. They studied more than…
Deadly Garners Ferry Road shooting suspect arrested
[gtxvideo vid='A5BBnpoN' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/A5BBnpoN.jpg' vtitle='Deadly shooting suspect arrested'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Columbia Police arrested suspect Monday (10/8) after a deadly weekend shooting. Kweli Goree is charged with murder in connection with the shooting death of Desmond Bates at Lakeshore Apartments…
President Trump honors fallen SC officer laid to rest Monday
[gtxvideo vid='EOyHJ5oG' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/EOyHJ5oG.jpg' vtitle='President Trump on deadly Florence attack'] FLORIDA (WOLO) - Speaking Monday (10/8) in Florida, President Donald Trump remembered Officer Terrence Carraway and other law enforcement officers injured in the attack. Carraway was killed after responding to help…
In-person absentee voting begins in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP/WOLO) - South Carolina voters can begin casting in-person absentee ballots for the Nov. 6 general election on Monday. The state doesn't allow no-excuses early voting. But someone who…
Live Look: Memorial Service for Fallen Florence Officer
[gtxvideo vid='ta1vF3gY' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ta1vF3gY.jpg' vtitle='Live Look: Memorial Service for Fallen Florence Officer'] FLORENCE , SC (WOLO)--Family, friends and the public are saying goodbye to Officer Terrence Carraway. Carraway was shot and killed last week in Florence, where police say, a suspect ambushed…
Arrest made in fatal shooting
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Update: Lexington Police say all lanes on Columbia Avenue are back open
Lexington Police say all lanes on Columbia Avenue are back open near that intersection today. This was due to multiple accidents.
Suspect Considered Armed and Dangerous For Shooting At Waverly Place Apartments
Columbia Police say they need your help finding a shooting suspect considered to be armed and dangerous after shooting a female.
Construction to begin on Girl Scout Leadership Center
Girl Scouts of South Carolina-Mountains to Midlands is celebrating the start of construction on the Cathy Novinger Girl Scout Leadership Center.
I-20 Reopens After Fatal Accident on Sunday: SC Highway Patrol
South Carolina Highway Patrol troopers say I-20 is back open this morning after an accident killed one person on Sunday.
Memorial Service set for Fallen Florence Police Officer Sgt. Carraway
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Family, friends and the public will say goodbye to Florence Police Officer Terrence Carraway who was killed in the line of duty last Wednesday. The Richland County Sheriff's Department released information about the public viewing. It will…
Lexington man killed in shooting
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Police are investigating a shooting that left one man dead Saturday night. The shooting happened in the 7000 block of Garners Ferry Road around 9:30p.m. Desmond Alonzo Jacori Bates,22, of Lexington, died from a gunshot wound…
Joe Biden to campaign for democratic gubernatorial nominee in Charleston
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Former Vice President Joe Biden will return to South Carolina on Oct. 13 to campaign for James Smith, the Democratic nominee for governor. The State reports Smith's campaign spokesman, Brad Warthen, confirmed Saturday that Biden will stump for Smith…
Feds release report on deadly South Carolina plane crash
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Federal regulators have released a preliminary report on a plane crash at a South Carolina airport that left two people dead. The National Transportation Safety Board's report Friday states the braking anti-skid switch was inoperative on the…
Historical marker unveiling for Benjamin Mack House in Richland County
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- On Sunday a Historical marker will be unveiled for the Benjamin Mack House in Richland County. According to county officials, Mack , an unsung leader of the Civil Rights movement, will be recognized at 1:30 p.m. Sunday,…
