Urine in Pool Water Can Cause Respiratory Problems, Especially In Kids
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- It is summertime and when it is "Famously Hot" and humid nothing sounds better than a pool. But do you know what is in the pool water? A professor at…
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West Columbia PD arrest armed robbery suspect
West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - West Columbia Police Department has made an arrest in an armed robbery that happened earlier today (7/23) at a Ruby Tuesday's. Investigators say 47-year-old William Jody Wingate has been charged with armed robbery, kidnapping and possession…
ABC Columbia News Update- Tracking Severe Weather
[gtxvideo vid='WcZhAeVS' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WcZhAeVS.jpg' vtitle='ABC Columbia News Update'] Chief Meteorlogist John Farley is tracking severe weather Monday afternoon. John says north of Pinewood and Rembert could see rain. Saluda County be on the lookout for storms. John will continue to update…
McMaster appoints former AG Charlie Condon as chairman of Santee Cooper's Board of Directors
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - Gov. Henry McMaster announced today he will appoint former South Carolina Attorney General Charlie Condon as the interim chairman of Santee Cooper's board of directors begin immediately. “South Carolina ratepayers simply can’t afford a leaderless Santee…
Consumer Recall over Salmonella Risk: Ritz Crackers and Bits with Cheese
[gtxvideo vid='oYghrf8m' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/oYghrf8m.jpg' vtitle='Consumer Recall: Ritz Crackers and Bitz with Cheese'] The maker of Ritz Cracker has announced a voluntary recall. Mondelez International says the recall was announced as a precautionary measure, due to salmonella concerns. The company says they…
Escaped Inmate back in Custody at Wateree Correctional
[gtxvideo vid='Lz7j6hqm' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Lz7j6hqm.jpg' vtitle='Escaped Inmate back in Custody at Wateree Correctional'] SUMTER, SC (WOLO)-- In Sumter County, an inmate is back in custody after escaping Monday morning. Authorities say 24-year-old Brandon Jones escaped from the Wateree Correctional Institute in Rembert.…
Columbia Police Searching for Bank Robbery Suspect
[gtxvideo vid='QktygXE1' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/QktygXE1.jpg' vtitle='Columbia Police Searching for Bank Robbery Suspect'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Police need your help finding a man accused of robbing a bank over last Friday. Police say the man stole money from the First Citizens Bank…
ABC Columbia Tracking the Rain-Mid Day Forecast
[gtxvideo vid='bxqA3xJD' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/bxqA3xJD.jpg' vtitle='ABC Columbia Tracking the Rain-Mid Day Forecast'] ABC COLUMBIA is tracking the potential for rain Monday. Clouds will increase as the day goes on. A bit cooler, but the threat of afternoon showers will remain throughout the…
SC Dept. of Corrections capture escaped inmate from Sumter County
South Carolina Department of Corrections has apprehended an inmate who escaped from the Wateree Correctional Institute early this morning.
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…
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.
