Former State Treasurer, reality star charged with assault and battery
According to the Charleston County Detention Center's online records, Thomas Ravenel was arrested Tuesday morning and charged with second degree assault and battery.
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Mayor Benjamin invites community to City of Columbia block party
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you ready to party with some of America's mayors? Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin is inviting the community to a block party from 6:30-10 p.m. on Sept. 28 on the 1600 block of Main Street. The event takes place after the…
Palmetto Health and Greenville Health renamed 'Prisma' Health
[gtxvideo vid='RZeZjlm0' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/RZeZjlm0.jpg' vtitle='Prisma Health'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- There is a new name in health care in South Carolina. Tuesday, The Greenville Health system and Palmetto Health announced, as part of a merger, that the health systems will be renamed Prisma…
A look at the Flooding in Nichols and Mullins, ABC Columbia crews on scene
[gtxvideo vid='dHIhVjJx' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/dHIhVjJx.jpg' vtitle='A look at the Flooding and Barricades in Nichols and Mu'] MULLINS, SC (WOLO)--Flooding is still an issue in the Pee Dee. Emergency officials say waters are still high and rivers are projected to crest raising those…
AP: Court officials suspend law license of 5th Circuit Solicitor Dan Johnson
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Court officials have suspended the law license of the South Carolina prosecutor currently facing state and federal charges related to alleged misspending of public funds. The state Supreme Court issued that order Monday for 5th Circuit…
Florence Close Up: 1-95 in NC Re-opens, towns in SC under water
[gtxvideo vid='sfF4hoqA' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/sfF4hoqA.jpg' vtitle='1-95 in NC Re-opens, towns in SC under water'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--ABC Columbia news continues to track the impact of Hurricane Florence. Long after the storm made landfall, flooding became the major emergency in South Carolina and…
Columbia Police looking for man wanted on fraud charges
Columbia Police need your help to find a man accused of auto break-in and credit card fraud. Authorities say the suspect is still at large.
Congress considering almost $1.7 billion to aid recovery efforts from Florence
WASHINGTON (AP) - Congress is starting to consider almost $1.7 billion in new money to aid recovery efforts from Florence. Lawmakers already are facing a deadline this week to fund the government before the start of the new budget year…
Mommy Drill Sergeant tells story through son's eyes
A Fort Jackson Drill Sergeant and mother is telling her story through her son's eyes in a new book published this summer.
Study says: SC is failing at taking care of its teachers
A report by Wallet Hub ranks South Carolina as the seventh worst state in the nation for teachers.
Richland Library offering free flu shots this fall
Richland Library wants to make sure residents are prepared for flu season.
Church members boat to church service after Florence floods
Some Horry County residents lean on their faith to get through the devastation Hurricane Florence left behind. See what they did to make sure they were able to make it to church after many of their roads were impassable.
Pregnant teen taken from her home is found safe
Pregnant teen taken from her home is found safe.
Columbia-Richland Fire Department heads to Pawley's Island for five-day deployment
[gtxvideo vid='tgSbH5nn' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/tgSbH5nn.jpg' vtitle='CFD TO PAWLEYS'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Fifteen Columbia fire personnel are on their way to Pawleys Island to help assist in search and rescue missions. They say they are ready to repay the debt they have…
Parts of SC still flooding as Pee Dee water crests
Tens of thousands are being asked to leave their homes ahead of even more flooding.
Missing pregnant 18 year old found safe; 2 suspects in custody
Edgefield County Sheriff's Department say a pregnant 18 year old who was kidnapped after a break-in, has been found safe.
4 suspects wanted for Armed Robbery in Richland County
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The Richland County Sheriff’s Department needs help identifying four suspects wanted for Armed Robbery. The incident happened at 12:30am on Friday at the Exxon gas station on Blythewood…
SC Farmers and crops reeling from Florence
[gtxvideo vid='208W0GtT' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/208W0GtT.jpg' vtitle='SC Farmers and crops reeling from Florence'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Hurricane Florence and the flooding that the storm created, is having a huge impact on farmers in the Pee Dee area. ABC Columbia’s Angela Rogers spoke with some…
Columbia Mayor to host Block Party
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you ready to party with some of America's mayors? Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin is inviting the community to a block party from 6:30-10 p.m. on Sept. 28 on the 1600 block of Main Street. The event takes place after the…
Carolina overcomes challenges, shows their fight at Vandy
The Gamecocks have been challenged by the weather, their schedule, and even Vanderbilt's head coach entering their first road game of the season Saturday.
Going Greek! Greek Festival in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Everything is going Greek this weekend in Columbia. The annual Greek Festival is underway in downtown Columbia. You can taste the famous Greek food and listen to…
Gamecock Basketball Schedule and TV times announced
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Game times and broadcast details have been finalized for the upcoming 2018-19 season of South Carolina men's basketball, as the SEC released its full conference schedule details on Wednesday. Additionally, Carolina has released game times and network details for…
SC Department of Revenue Offers Tax Relief for Victims of Hurricane Florence
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Revenue says it will offers tax relief for victims of Hurricane Florence. According to the Revenue Deparment, they recognize that Hurricane Florence may have affected the ability of certain taxpayers to meet…
Groups in Midlands banding together for Florence Relief
[gtxvideo vid='5ryQb6n8' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/5ryQb6n8.jpg' vtitle='Groups in Midlands banding together for Florence Relief'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Unfortunately, the Midlands has seen its' share of flooding. Now, many local groups are taking action and helping out flood victims any way they can. ABC Columbia's…
Looking to help flood victims? Want to volunteer? Here are some tips from SC officials
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you would like to help the victims of Hurricane Florence and those who are dealing with flood efforts, state officials do have some tips for you. First, according to State officials, they recommend you consider volunteering with…
