Police investigating armed robbery at Broad River Road dollar store
The Columbia Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that happened Sunday night at the Family Dollar in the 900 block of Broad River Road.
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Cyber Monday Expected to Hit Record
Cyber Monday sales are expected to surpass last year's numbers hitting a record high.
Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady to host 51st Carolighting Monday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- SC Governor Henry McMaster, First Lady Peggy McMaster, and the First Familly will host the 51st Annual Governor's Carolighting at the South Carolina State House. It will take place Monday, November 27 at 7:00 PM. "Our family is…
Visit the Salvation Army Angel Tree at Midlands Mall
[gtxvideo vid='pzlBwDuW' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/pzlBwDuW.jpg' vtitle='Visit the Salvation Army Angel Tree at the Mall'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you want to be a secret Santa for a Midlands child this year...here's how to take part. Stop by the Angel Trees at Columbiana Centre…
Grab the Skates! Main Street Ice Open in Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='WAcMGU3X' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WAcMGU3X.jpg' vtitle='Grab the Skates! Main Street Ice Opens in Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in downtown Dolumbia. Main Street Ice at Boyd Plaza is now open. It opened on Thanksgiving. The Columbia…
SLED Investigates Officer Involved Shooting in Sumter of Armed Robbery Suspect
SUMTER, SC (WOLO)--The Sumter Police Department has asked SLED to investigate an officer involved shooting. Sumter Police say an armed robbery suspect led police on a car chase, then fled on foot. A Sumter Police officer fired on the suspect…
RCSD: Body of 13 year old Recovered from Lake Carolina
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, just after 4pm Sunday the RCSD Dive Team recovered the body of 13-year old boy from Lake Carolina. Deputies say it appears to be an accidental drowning. Investigators are…
State Christmas Tree Lights Up at Carolighting
[gtxvideo vid='dw3bdkho' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/dw3bdkho.jpg' vtitle='State Christmas Tree Lights Up at Carolighting'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The SC State House is looking forward to Christmas. On Monday, officials will light the State Christmas Tree at the the 51st annual Governor's Carolighting. It starts at…
Christmas Tree Shortage
[gtxvideo vid='rwYXNva4' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/rwYXNva4.jpg' vtitle='Christmas Tree Shortage'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you are planning on getting a real Christmas tree this year, you'd better head to a tree farm now, say experts. According to the National Christmas Tree Foundation, there are fewer…
Be an Angel for the Salvation Army
Be an Angel this Holiday Season.
Bryant leads No. 4 Clemson to 34-10 win over Gamecocks
South Carolina managed just 99 yards in the first half and 207 for the game, its lowest total this season.
Gamecock and Tiger Fans Sound Off on Palmetto Bowl
[gtxvideo vid='rnhXsXRx' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/rnhXsXRx.jpg' vtitle='Gamecock and Tiger Fans Sound Off'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The Clemson/Carolina rivalry is heating up for Saturday's 'Palmetto Bowl'. And along with it, a year of bragging rights. ABC Columbia hit the streets to see how fans of…
Riverbanks Zoo 'Lights Before Christmas': Lights up the Night
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Time to light the night! This is the 30th anniversary season of the Lights Before Christmas at Riverbanks Zoo. According to Zoo officials, the dazzling display will features nearly one million lights and animated images. For the first time,…
Sumter Police Search for Suspects in Deadly Shooting
A Save-Mart employee is gunned down after Sumter Police say two masked men fired handguns at the victim's workplace killing him before taking off.
A Thankful Thanksgiving
Lexington,SC. (WOLO) --- The Lexington Police share this photo on Twitter to say thank you to area citizens who helped them enjoy a Thanksgiving meal on duty. [gtxvideo vid='v9c1ozWq' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/v9c1ozWq.jpg' vtitle='A Thankful Thanksgiving']
Toddler Dead After Head Gets Jammed in Truck Window
Authorities say a toddler has been killed in a freak accident in Seneca South Carolina after getting his head stuck in a car window.
Pedestrian Struck and Killed Identified
Young woman struck and killed by a car while walking down a Leesville Road has been identified.
SC House Member Leaving after 10 Years
GREER, S.C. (AP) - One of the South Carolina House's conservative voices is leaving after 10 years. Rep. Tommy Stringer said he has accomplished much of what he wanted since he was first elected in 2008, but decided he was…
Heading to the Mall? Stop by the Angel Tree
[gtxvideo vid='t16uxyMm' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/t16uxyMm.jpg' vtitle='Heading to the Mall? Stop by the Angel Tree'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you are headed to the mall for some shopping, stop by the Salvation Army Angel Tree. The Angel Trees are up at Columbiana Centre or…
Who's Stealing Black Friday's Thunder? Thanksgiving Shoppers
[gtxvideo vid='ZQgo3DP9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ZQgo3DP9.jpg' vtitle='Who's Stealing Black Friday's Thunder? Thanksgiving Sho'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) (ABC NEWS) -- There are plenty of deals to be had on one of the busiest shopping days of the year. You just have to know where to…
Columbia Police: Investigating Car Crash that Killed 17 year old as Homicide
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Columbia Police say they are now investigating a deadly car crash that killed a 17 year old, as a homicide. The crash was at the intersection of Farrow Road and Bendale Drive Tuesday night. Columbia police say…
Ready! Shoppers Hits Stores Early on Thanksgiving
[gtxvideo vid='vavzw4rJ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/vavzw4rJ.jpg' vtitle='Ready! Shoppers Hits Stores Early on Thanksgiving'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tis the season.... every year Black Friday gets earlier and earlier... And this year some stores opened on Thanksgiving afternoon, before the turkey was even cold. Thursday night…
St. Peter's and First Baptist Church Make Thanksgiving Feast For Those Less Fortunate
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- It Is a long-running tradition here in Columbia. Hundreds in the community gather at the Coliseum for a special thanksgiving meal, prepared by more than 200 volunteers. "I believe there’s nothing like being around your family, your…
Church Thanksgiving Feast for the Community
[gtxvideo vid='lifRpIWD' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/lifRpIWD.jpg' vtitle='Church Thanksgiving Feast for the Community'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A long-running tradition in Columbia is helping feed the less fortunate in our community. The special Thanksgiving meal was prepared by more than 200 volunteers from two area churches,…
Cayce Police Searching for Armed Robbery Suspect
CAYCE, SC (WOLO)--Cayce Police are searching for an armed robbery suspect, accused of robbing the Corner Pantry at 2931 Charleston Hwy in Cayce on November 22nd. Police say the suspect grabbed at his waist to indicate he had a gun and went behind…
