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.
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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.…
Operation Southern Shield: Law Enforcement says Slow Down
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Slow down, that's the message from police and highway patrol officers across the Southeast. This week local law enforcement is putting the brakes on fast drivers and ramping up efforts to stop speeders. They're calling it "Operation Southern…
Consumer Alert: Water Pik Recalls certain type of Electric Toothbrush
(WOLO) Water Pik is recalling electric toothbrushes due to a fire hazard. The company is recalling nearly four thousand of its Sonic-Fusion Flossing Toothbrushes. According to Water Pik, the following models have been recalled: Name of Product Model Serial/Lot Numbers…
Lexington Police are searching for five suspects in connection with thefts
Lexington Police Department are looking for five black male suspects in connection with stealing two vehicles and breaking into vehicles to steal multiple items at two apartment complexes.
Dog and Cat Days of Summer Adoption Special
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…
RCSD holds active shooter training at Dent Middle School
Richland County, S.C. (WOLO) - The Richland County Sheriff's Department held an active shooter training today as a precaution if tragedy were to strike a Midlands school. The event…
Reverting Farrow Road Back To Four-Lanes Is Estimated To Cost $257,000, Almost Double How Much The Bike Lanes Cost
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The City of Columbia announced they Are removing the bike lanes they just installed because the community said it was backing up traffic and creating more confusion…
City of West Columbia Launches Police Officer Recruitment Program
WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you looking to serve and protect? The West Columbia Police Department is launching a new recruitment program. The goal is to meet the growing need for qualified applicants, say officials. The new program includes increased…
Orangeburg Deputies hold Press Conference on Capture of Escaped Inmate
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO)-- Tuesday afternoon Orangeburg Deputies are holding a press conference on the capture of an escaped inmate, on the run for two months. ABC Columbia has team coverage of the arrest of Curtis Green. Green was on the…
Riverfront Park Closed for Vegetation Maintenance Thursday
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…
City to Host Conversation on Fair Housing
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you've got questions or issues about Fair Housing, you have a chance to speak out Saturday. According to the City of Columbia, the Community Development Department will host a “Speak Out A conversation on Fair Housing…
