Gas Prices in the Midlands Rise
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you are hitting the road and filling up at the pump, gas prices are on the rise. According to Gas Buddy, we've seen prices jump 8 cents per gallon in the last week. ABC Columbia scouted out…
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Midlands hair stylist donates 100 wigs to cancer survivors
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- A midlands hair stylist is giving the gift of confidence. On Saturday, Roger "Bad Boy Roy" Brasley hosted the 2018 Beauty and the Arts Expo at the Columbia Convention center. Brasley…
'Artists for Africa' Group brings Dancers from Kenya to Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Students from Kenya get an incredible opportunity and end up right here in Columbia. For nearly 6 years, the group Artists for Africa has brought kids from Kenya to…
Two suspects charged in connection to Home Depot Robbery
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The Richland County Sheriff's Department have arrested two of the three suspects wanted in connection to a Home Depot robbery. Deputies have charged Antonio Franklin Cunningham Jr.,28, and Brandon Sherad Vereen 32, with shoplifting greater then…
SC State Museum Hosting History Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Get ready for History Day at the South Carolina State Museum on Saturday, July 21. During the event you can discover how the museum collects artifacts and creates exhibits, meet historians, explore the museum behind-the-scenes and more. Here…
SC unemployment rate down
The South Carolina Department of Employment releases promising numbers for the State's jobless rate.
SC Secretary of State joins "Operation Donate with Honor", a crackdown against charity fraud
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today that his office has joined South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, the Federal Trade Commission and charity regulators from every state in announcing “Operation Donate with Honor,” a crackdown against fraudulent…
Lion cubs at Riverbanks Zoo have new names!
[gtxvideo vid='LJalVWqz' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/LJalVWqz.jpg' vtitle='Riverbanks Lion Cubs'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Three lion cubs at the Riverbanks Zoo officially have names! Nearly 14,000 people voted in an online poll and the results are in. The name with the most votes was…
Ft. Jackson introduces welcomes new Command Sgt. Major
[gtxvideo vid='EpzHgVUs' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/EpzHgVUs.jpg' vtitle='Ft. Jackson New Command Sgt. Major'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Fort Jackson officially welcomed a new Command Sergeant Major Friday (7/20). The Army training center welcomed Command Sergeant Major Jerimiah Gan in the change of responsibility ceremony.…
Southern Shield Cracking Down On Speeding, DUI, and Distracted Driving This Weekend
[gtxvideo vid='9cpJXYI4' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9cpJXYI4.jpg' vtitle='SOUTHERN SHIELD'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Operation Southern Shield unites local and state law enforcement agencies to bring the number of fatal car accidents to zero. If you are planning on being on South Carolina roads this weekend make…
Richland Deputies arrest an armed and dangerous fugitive
Richland County Deputies say an armed and dangerous fugitive who was wanted for an armed burglary in June was arrested without incident last night.
Summer Adoption Special at City of Columbia Animal Services
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you are looking for a furry friend, the City of Columbia Animal Services’ is offering a summer adoption special. The Dog & Cat Days of Summer Adoption Special runs July 16–21, 2018. All cats and dogs will…
Riverfront Park reopens
An area park closed for routine maintenance, reopens to the public.
Non-profit Group Brings Kenyan Dancers To Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Students from Kenya get an incredible opportunity and end up right here in Columbia. For nearly 6 years, the group Artists for Africa has brought kids from…
Thousands of dollars of boat parts stolen from Columbia business
[gtxvideo vid='pRpV7GLS' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/pRpV7GLS.jpg' vtitle='Thousands of dollars of boat parts stolen'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Someone stole thousands of dollars worth of boat parts and police need your help tracking them down. Columbia Police say the person pictured above stole two…
USC Pigskin Poets
Members of the USC football team are getting ready to crack open a book and plenty of smiles as they get ready to encourage some area kids to enjoy the life long love of reading, even in the summer.
Governor McMaster appoints himself to board
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Wanted "armed and dangerous" fugitive on the run
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is hoping you can help them find a man they consider armed and dangerous.
New Lowes Foods opens
Get ready to shop! A new Lowes store is now open for business in Forest Acres.
Riverfront Park Closed Thursday for Maintenance
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you to visit Riverfront Park during the day, you'll need to make some different plans. According to the City of Columbia, the park will be closed Thursday, July 19 for vegetation treatment along the Columbia Canal. According…
Colonial Life Arena to host USA Basketball exhibition
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - The 2018 USA Basketball Women’s National Team, led by South Carolina Women’s Basketball Head Coach Dawn Staley will tip-off its journey to the 2018 FIBA Basketball World Cup in Columbia, SC. Fans will have the opportunity to…
Williams Brice Stadium to sell alcohol during Beyonce, Jay-Z concert
[gtxvideo vid='s0movzdn' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/s0movzdn.jpg' vtitle='Williams Brice Stadium to sell alcohol during concert e'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Alcohol will soon be sold at Williams Brice Stadium but only during certain events. A food vendor applied to sell alcohol at the stadium…
Shark Sightings Up
One SC vacation spot is reportedly seeing an increase om shark sightings.
Former Police Chief Arrested For Having "Sweet 'n Low Packet" Amount of Methamphetamine In His Bedroom
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- "If I could strangle him, I’d strangle him… but I can’t. But what we can do is arrest him. And that’s what we did," Sheriff Lott said about…
Suspect Sought in Springdale Armed Robbery
Springdale, S.C. (WOLO)--Springdale Police are looking for a man they say robbed the Quick Trip 3 Mobile Gas Station Wednesday morning. Investigators say they responded to the Platt Springs Rd. business around 11:30 am in reference to an armed robbery.…
