West Columbia FD donates air packs to Innovation Center
Tonight, the West Columbia Police Department donated 20 retired fire department air packs and cylinders to Lexington School District Two's Innovation Center.
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NCAA Tournament expected to bring thousands of fans and millions in profits to Columbia
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The NCAA tournament is expected to be the champion for revenue in the capitol city this weekend. "It's drawing in interest beyond the scope of just basketball fans," Stephen Shapiro, USC…
Sexual assault investigation uncovers marijuana grow operation
Sumter, SC (WOLO) --- The Sumter County Sheriff's Office is looking into a sexual assault case they say led them to a marijuana growing operation inside of a Rembert home Sunday. According to warrants, the victim told police, 31…
Kindergartners rushed off school bus before it's engulfed in flames
[gtxvideo vid='LqZbsCKR' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/LqZbsCKR.jpg' vtitle='Blythewood school bus fire'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Five and six-year-old children were on their way to a field trip when their bus caught fire Monday (3/18). Richland District 2 school officials confirmed the incident happened Monday…
CDP investigators searching for man wanted in armed robbery, shooting in Columbia
Columbia Police Department (CPD) investigators are releasing surveillance pictures of an armed robbery and shooting suspect to aid in his identification and capture.
Warren Buffett's March Madness offer: $1M a year for life for perfect bracket
The company's CEO, Warren Buffett, promised $1 million a year for life to the Berkshire (BRKA) employee who picks a perfect bracket through the NCAA tournament's Sweet 16.
West Columbia PD teaming up with businesses for free car seat safety check tomorrow
The West Columbia Police Department, SC Lactation and Newborn Wellness Center and Buckle Buddies will be teaming with businesses in the area for free car seat safety check on Tuesday, March 19 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Man charged with injuring a man after shooting into a vehicle, deputies say
The Orangeburg County Sheriff says that bond was set at $50,000 for a man charged with injuring a man after shooting into a vehicle.
Orangeburg deputies charge man with attempted murder, accused of shooting at convenience store in January
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WOLO) - The Orangeburg County Sheriff says that a Cordova man has been charged after a January shooting incident sent a man to the hospital. Raynard Ballen ll, 30, has been charged with attempted murder. Ballen charges stem…
Vice President Mike Pence plans to visit SC to help Sen.Graham re-election campaign efforts
Senator Lindsey Graham is pulling out the big guns for his re-election campaign.
SCDMV giving drivers a chance back on the road during Driver Suspension Eligibility Week
Drivers with a suspended license have a chance to get back on the road this week.
New Coffee Shop opens at Columbia Metropolitan Airport
[gtxvideo vid='lziXqyWk' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/lziXqyWk.jpg' vtitle='WOLO_2019_03_18_12_05_42'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Airport officials celebrated the opening of "Red Eye Express Coffee" Monday at the Columbia Metropolitan Airport. The new vendor will offer a variety of coffees, flavored lattes, teas, and bakery items. Officials say it's…
The COMET wants to hear from you about Transit System
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you a COMET rider? The transit system wants to hear from you. Officials with The COMET transit system are hosting a series of public listening sessions throughout the Midlands for input on future plans and recommendations.…
City demolishes flood damaged building
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School bus fire in Blythewood
Blythewood, S.C. (WOLO)-- Officials say a school bus caught fire this morning in Blythewood. A spokesperson for Richland Dist. 2 says a group of students from an elementary school were heading to…
Four people displaced after house fire on Bethany Church Road
Lexington Fire officials say four people have been displaced after a house fire at the 900 block of Bethany Church Road.
Main water line break at Millwood Elementary forces early dismissal
Millwood Elementary School officials say students will have early dismissal today after a main water line broke.
Heavy smoke found at California Dreaming on Main Street
Columbia Fire Department says heavy smoke was found at California Dreaming on Main Street this morning after 3.
Troopers: Parklane Road back open after crash ejects driver
Highway Patrol says Parklane Road and Old Legrand Road is back open after a single vehicle crash caused a driver to be ejected.
Overnight fire on Parklane Road under investigation
Columbia Fire Department responded to an overnight fire on Parklane Road after midnight where one person was sent to a hospital.
Basketball fans in Columbia react to selection Sunday
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- For the first time in nearly 50 years the NCAA tournament returns to Columbia. On Sunday night fans gathered at Tin Roof in downtown to see which teams will compete…
Presidential candidate Julián Castro campaigns in Columbia
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Former U.S. Housing Secretary and now presidential candidate Julián Castro campaigned in the capital city Sunday. Castro held a meet and greet at the Charles Boykins Law Office, where he talked…
While other states debate abortion bans, S Carolina sits out
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - While nearby states are acting quickly to move more restrictive abortion laws through their legislatures, South Carolina lawmakers have barely touched the issue so far in 2019. Lawmakers have introduced at least nine different abortion bills…
Clemson, Furman NIT-bound while Gamecocks miss postseason
Clemson and Furman have been invited to the National Invitational Tournament, but the Gamecocks' season has come to a close, missing out on the postseason for the second year in a row.
NCAA Tournament set, Zion coming back to Columbia with Duke
The NCAA Tournament was last in Columbia 49 years ago. March Madness is making a big return to the Midlands with the No. 1 overall seed in the tourney coming to Colonial Life Arena.
