City of Columbia investing in local businesses with new commercial retention program
The City of Columbia is investing in some of its local businesses.
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Deputies: Teen arrested on charges of sexual exploitation of a toddler
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WOLO) - Orangeburg County deputies have arrested a North teen on charges of sexual exploitation of a toddler. Kyle Michael Teran, 17, has been charged with third-degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor and second-degree sexual exploitation of…
South Carolina sixth worst for domestic violence homicides
South Carolina continues to rank among the top ten deadliest states in the nation for women because of domestic violence according to a recent report.
China Jushi holding hiring event in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Grab your resume, a Midlands manufacturer will host a hiring event this week. China Jushi officials say the company will hold a Hiring Event, which will be open to the public. The hiring event takes place on Wednesday, February…
Help share the Magic of Storytelling: Snap a photo and Post a 'Shelfie'
[gtxvideo vid='ue45lbh8' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ue45lbh8.jpg' vtitle='Post a Selfie to Twiiter or Instagram: Magic of Storytelling'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- ABC Columbia, along with our sponsor, Children's Dental Group, want every child to have the chance to open a book and open their imagination Too…
President hopeful Cory Booker attends South Carolina Rise Tour at Morris College
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Drill sergeant faces charges in vehicle death of two Fort Jackson Army trainees
Nearly two years after a vehicle accident that killed two basic trainees and injured half a dozen others, the Army has moved forward with charges against the drill sergeant who was behind the wheel.
Red Cross assists Fire Victims from weekend blaze
[gtxvideo vid='LNN7ViBM' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/LNN7ViBM.jpg' vtitle='Red Cross assists Fire Victims'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Red Cross is helping displaced residents this Monday, after a fire destroyed a home over the weekend. According to the Columbia Fire Department, the fire started around 11:30 am…
County approves $150K for Allen Benedict residents
Richland County says it is aiding in the effort to help the more than 400 residents displaced after two deaths and multiple gas leaks were discovered at Allen Benedict Court apartments.
PALSS offers couples testing in time for Valentines' Day
COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO)- Thursday is Valentine's Day and it's also National Condom Day! The season of…
Valentine's Day pet adoption special
Click here to find a pet you can shower with love with this special adoption special just in time for Valentine's Day.
SCHP: Child killed while crossing Macedonia Church Road in Newberry
Highway Patrol says a 1-year-old child died after an accident on Macedonia Church Road near Wheeland School Road in Newberry Saturday.
Sen. Cory Booker campaigning in the Midlands
FAIRFIELD COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Presidential hopeful Cory Booker made his first stop in the Midlands Sunday afternoon. The New Jersey Senator hosted a South Carolina Rise Rural Healthcare Forum at Fairfield Central…
Man in lawsuit says deputies didn't question him for 25 days
GREENWOOD, S.C. (AP) - A Richland County man is suing the Greenwood County Sheriff's Office saying he was held in jail 25 days for an armed robbery he did not commit. A lawyer for Kevin Lamar Lewis says in court…
You can donate at 'Hoop it Up' Blood Drive in February
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- When it comes to saving lives, donating blood is a slam dunk. This month the City of Columbia will host its annual "Hoop It Up" Blood Drive at the Columbia Convention Center. You can roll up…
4 displaced at Riverwalk Vista apartments after gas leaks
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Four people have been displaced after a gas leak was found at Riverwalk Vista apartments. The Columbia Fire department was called around 7:30p.m. to the complex. Columbia Fire spokesperson, Mike Desumma says that two units in the building…
Supporters and counter-protesters meet at Build the Wall Rally in Columbia
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- A group of protesters and ralliers clashed in downtown Columbia during a Build the Wall rally. The rally was held at one on Assembly street in front of the…
Additional arrest, charges made in Sumter County murder case
SUMTER, SC (WOLO) –Sumter police made another arrest Friday evening in connection to a November murder. Mary Green, 17, of 16-A Dixie St., is charged with accessory after the fact of murder and criminal conspiracy to commit armed robbery for…
No injures reported in Columbia house fire
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Authorities are investigating a house fire that broke out Saturday afternoon. The fire happened in the 4000 block of Booth Street. Columbia fire officials believe the it started from a storage area attached to the house. No injures…
Police ID elderly man who died after being hit by car in Sumter
SUMTER, SC (WOLO) – Sumter Police are investigating after a man was struck and and killed by a car Friday night around 6:30p.m. Police say Raymond McLeod, 76, of Virginia was in a marked crosswalk on Calhoun Street when he was hit by…
Curtis Wilson previews the Royal Hanneford Circus this weekend!
[gtxvideo vid='NaeGcDlu' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/NaeGcDlu.jpg' vtitle='Curtis Wilson hits the ring with the Royal Haneford Circus'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you ready to head under the big top? The Royal Hanneford Circus is in town. There are preformances all weekend at the Jamil…
City Officials host Lunch with a planner, grab some food and chat!
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Grab a lunch and meet with a city planner. City of Columbia officials are hosting " lunch with a planner”, as part of Columbia Compass, the ten-year update to the City of Columbia’s comprehensive plan. Officials say…
Orangeburg massacre commemorated on 51st anniversary
51 years ago today, three students were killed at the Orangeburg Massacre.
Sumter women convicted of healthcare fraud by using autism services to overcharge government
Sumter women convicted of healthcare fraud by using autism services to overcharge government
Deputies: Suspect wanted for robbing 8 convenience stores in Richland County found
Richland County deputies have arrested a man who was wanted for robbing eight convenience stores in Richland County. Four on Two Notch Road, three on Rabon Road and 1 in Forest Acres.
