Tips to help survive the heat
There's no way around it, it is hot. If you have to be outside here are some ways to survive the heat and stay as cool as possible.
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Columbia Water asks residents to conserve water
It is officially summer, and while many of you are hoping to take care of your lawn, plants and outdoor gardens, The Columbia Water Services is asking you to take a few extra steps to conserve where you can.
ABC Columbia News Update
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Woman arrested accused of murder of victim found shot in the neck
KERSHAW CO., SC (WOLO) - A woman has turned herself in for the murder of a victim found dead in a car shot in the neck. Stacey Catoe, 43, voluntarily surrendered herself Thursday (6/21) to KCSO investigators at the Kershaw…
McMaster Campaign Announces President Trump Election Eve Rally in West Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The McMaster campaign for Governor has released details of President Donald Trump's visit to South Carolina. The campaign has announced that President Donald Trump will attend an election eve campaign rally for Governor Henry McMaster in West…
Vote 2018- Debate Roundup McMaster and Warren
[gtxvideo vid='KrxG1WOj' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/KrxG1WOj.jpg' vtitle='Vote 2018- Debate Roundup McMaster and Warren'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The race in the GOP runoff for Governor is heating up. Both Governor Henry McMaster and John Warren are back on the campaign trail. The two met in…
Catch the Comet for free- National 'Dump the Pump Day'
[gtxvideo vid='LLb1btm0' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/LLb1btm0.jpg' vtitle='Catch the Comet for free- National Dump the Pump Day'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--You can ride The Comet buses for free today, June 21. The bus system is joining public transit programs from across the country for the…
Volvo plant opens in SC
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Volvo Cars officially opens Ridgeville, SC Plant
RIDGEVILLE, S.C. (AP) - Volvo Cars, the first major automaker to abandon cars powered solely by internal combustion engines, is officially opening its first plant in the United States. The Swedish carmaker aims to make 130,000 hybrid or all-electric vehicles…
Misting Station Locations
If you are trying to find places where you can stay cool during the summer, The City of Columbia has you covered with misting stations.
Primary runoff election rules
The State Primary runoff elections are less than a week away. Do you k k all the rules? Click here to find out what you need to know before casting your vote.
GOP Runoff Debate Highlights
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Reported stolen car leads deputies to chop shop bust
Lexington Deputies say a car reported stolen leads them to a suspected chop shop and lands five people behind bars.
How To Beat The Heat In Famously Hot Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- South Carolinians are used to this brutal weather, but luckily, they have tips on how to make sure they are not getting too hot out there. When we are in…
Staying cool during Farley's forecast
Looking or a fun way to beat the heat? Check out how ABC Columbia's Chief Meteorologist John Farley does it.
Mayor Benjamin Heads to US Mexico Border
Mayor and President of the Delegation of US Mayors leaves for the US Mexico border to see immigration situation first hand with members of the delegation.
Update: Richland County Coroner Identifies Person Killed on 1-77
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Richland County Coroner has released the name of the individual who died Wednesday morning after being involved in a collision that occurred at approximately…
Columbia Police- Suspect Wanted for Stealing from Church
[gtxvideo vid='XuJihfu4' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/XuJihfu4.jpg' vtitle='Columbia Police- Suspect Wanted for Stealing from Churc'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Police Department is searching for a burglary suspect who is accused of breaking into the Life Made Whole International Church on Auburn Street on May…
City of Columbia Road Construction on Farrow Road
[gtxvideo vid='XNjvmsC8' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/XNjvmsC8.jpg' vtitle='City of Columbia Road Construction on Farrow Road'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The City of Columbia is closing two lanes on Farrow Road due to construction for road improvements. The city of Columbia says the Farrow Road, Right outbound…
Vote 2018: President Trump Heads to SC , McMaster and Warren Debate
[gtxvideo vid='ImT0cAwU' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ImT0cAwU.jpg' vtitle='Vote 2018 : McMaster and Warren Debate ahead of Runoff'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--In this Vote 2018 Update- SC Governor Henry McMaster announced President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence will be coming to South Carolina ahead…
Troopers Reopen 1-77 after Fatal Crash
[gtxvideo vid='7hjs5GMs' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/7hjs5GMs.jpg' vtitle='Troopers Reopen 1-77 after Fatal Crash'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--1-77 is now open again after a fatal accident early Wednesday. The SC Highway Patrol investigation team had closed parts of the interstate to work the fatal accident. The…
Fatal Accident on 1-77 Backs up Traffic
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--According to the SC Highway Patrol, in Richland County 1-77 remains closed this morning at the 27 mile marker due to a fatal crash. Traffic is exiting off onto exit 27 and crossing the bridge to get back…
An unlikely trio will mix thirst, history, and zen - Oh and happy hour
[gtxvideo vid='xXG9iIw7' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/xXG9iIw7.jpg' vtitle='Yoga is History'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) -- Historic Columbia continues to integrate the past along with the present with a Historic Happy Hour, merging yoga, the beautiful garded at the Robert Mills House, and cold beer. According…
New Study on Hearing Loss in Children
[gtxvideo vid='ZSILlBiB' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ZSILlBiB.jpg' vtitle='New Study on Hearing'] ABC NEWS--When you hit your golden years, nobody is that surprised if you become a little hard of hearing. But what could be giving hearing loss to kids? Here's ABC'S Janai Norman with…
US Withdraws from UN Human Rights Council
It's official, the US announces that they are withdrawing from the United Nations Human Rights Council.
