Memorial to be Held for Fallen K9 Deputy
Memorial services for Richland County Sheriff's Department K9 Deputy Tosca will be held Thursday
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Thursday GMC Headlines
Stay up to date on your headlines as ABC Columbia News continues to following several developing stories on this Thursday morning.
Help Columbia Animal Services Clear the Shelter
[gtxvideo vid='mP7vxbbo' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/mP7vxbbo.jpg' vtitle='CLEAR THE SHELTER'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Help clear the shelters and add a new furry friend to the family. Columbia Animal Services is hosting a Clear the Shelter adoption special all day Saturday, August 19. All…
Salvation Army's Clothes for Kids Distribution
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The Salvation Army of the Midlands is distributing new clothes, school supplies, shoes and backpacks to 200 kids. Clothes for Kids is an annual back-to-school program that provides children with the…
RCSD: Missing Teen Back at Home
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Nearly 3 weeks after she was reported missing, a Columbia teen is now back at home safe and sound. Richland County Deputies say Re'nean Tavasha Mason reached…
Columbia Mayor Calls for Statues to Come Down
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Unarmed Driver Shot by Former Trooper Speaks Out
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Fort Jackson: The Creation of Centennial Park, Part 1
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Free Adult Dental Clinic at State Fairgrounds
[gtxvideo vid='2osNd3uP' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/2osNd3uP.jpg' vtitle='Free Adult Dental Clinic at State Fairgrounds'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - If you need dental care but can't afford it there's some good news out there. Friday (8/18) from 6 a.m. until six p.m. the South Carolina…
One "Shot" for a Healthy Child Going Back to School
[gtxvideo vid='ilE4FSFk' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ilE4FSFk.jpg' vtitle='One \"Shot\" for a Healthy Child Going Back to School'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - As the little ones get ready to return to school there's one "shot" to make sure your children stay healthy. Wednesday (8/16) morning…
How Can Ham Radio Keep You Updated During the Total Eclipse?
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- If you have ever been at crowded festival or party, you might have noticed the quality of your cell phone reception gets slower when more people are around. So…
Mayor Benjamin Says He Wants J. Marion Sims Monument Removed
[gtxvideo vid='SdLAMhOs' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/SdLAMhOs.jpg' vtitle='CONFED STATUES'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin speaks openly about some civil war statues on the statehouse grounds and whether or not they should stay. During an interview with MSNBC, Mayor Benjamin says…
Vaccinations Awareness Week
Vaccinations Awareness Week Kicks off with some friendly reminders on how you and your children can stay safe.
Lexington Father Charged in 4-Year-Old Daugther's Death
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- A Lexington County man is now facing the same charge as his wife after the death of their four-year-old daughter. Deputies say 24-year-old David Steadman is charged with homicide by child abuse. Sheirff Jay Koon said Steadman…
West Nile Confirmed in Rock Hill, Individual Expected to Recover
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) -- Wednesday, officials are spraying a 1-square mile area for mosquitoes after an individual was diagnosed with West Nile. York County Emergency Management director Chuck Haynes said the Department of Health and Environmental Control confirmed the…
Update: Missing Teen Back Home Safe with Family
Missing Teen is back home safely after disappearing for two weeks without a trace.
New Exhibit Chronicles History of Solar Eclipses
A new exhibit opening Thursday at the University of South Carolina, will chronicle the history of solar eclipses
Richland Library to Close Early on Day of Eclipse
All Richland Library locations will close early the day of the total solar eclipse
CPD Seizes Drugs and Cash From Residence Above Mast General Store After Complaints Made About It Smelling Like Pot
[gtxvideo vid='i6XZW7Qz' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/i6XZW7Qz.jpg' vtitle='DRUG BUST'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - After customers complained that a downtown Columbia business smelled like weed, the Columbia Police Department's Organized Crime and Narcotics (OCN) arrested a man living in a residence above the store. Columbia…
SC AG Sues Major Drug Manufacturer
South Carolina files lawsuit against major drug manufacturer after claims the company misled true possible effects of the medication .
Columbia Police Investigate Shooting Incident
[gtxvideo vid='q9DtBR7c' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/q9DtBR7c.jpg' vtitle='OAKLAND'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Columbia Police are investigating an overnight shooting that happened in a North Columbia neighborhood. Police say it happened just before 3:00 a.m. Wednesday morning in the 1000 block of Oakland Avenue, where…
DJJ's Lexington Office Hosts Back-to-School Bash
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - With school right around the corner, the city of Columbia wants the kiddies to be off to a good start. Department of Juvenile Justice's Lexington office is hosting a community back-to-school…
Sen. Lindsey Graham Says Trump Missed Opportunity
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Connecting Women Inmates to Their Children with Reading
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City Hall Selfies in Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='Ht6taFmN' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Ht6taFmN.jpg' vtitle='City Hall Selfies in Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Tuesday (8/15), the City of Columbia participated in National City Hall Selfie Day. People were asked to take a simple photo in front of City Hall and post…
