Zoo 'heartbroken' over loss of infant gorilla
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is mourning the loss of the Zoo's first infant gorilla.
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Business leaders thank legislators for road-funding law
Business leaders are thanking legislators for "finally'' passing a law that eventually provides $630 million annually for repairing South Carolina's crumbling roadways.
Veteran Newberry deputy credited with saving life of 'unresponsive' woman
A Newberry County Deputy Sheriff is being credited with saving a woman’s life after finding her unresponsive in her living room.
Teen charged with killing mother
Police in South Carolina have arrested a 19-year-old man and charged him with killing his mother.
Riders Remember while Riding
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)--On June 19 2013, motorcycle lover and Richland County Sheriff's Department Sergeant Derek El Dada and his wife, Leigh, were on an evening ride near Lake Murray, when a car crossed the center line, striking their bike,…
UPDATE: Teen found after being reported missing
A 14-year-old reported missing has been found safe, according to authorities.
AAA Carolinas Reacts to SC Roads Bill Passage
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- AAA Carolinas is reacting to the impact of the passage of the roads bill on South Carolina's highways. AAA Carolinas released a statement applauding the legislature for doing what they say is best for South Carolina and…
Drivers Have Mixed Feelings After Roads Funding Bill Becomes Law
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- A gas tax spike to increase south Carolina roads is getting mixed reviews from residents. While the fight over fuel is over, the road to recovery for South Carolina pavement…
South Carolina Senate and House Override Governor's Roads Bill Veto
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- By a vote of 95 to 18 in the house and a vote of 32 to 12 in the Senate, the he roads bill passed overwhelmingly Wednesday,…
Richland County Searches for Missing Teen
The Richland County Sheriff's Department needs help finding this missing teen they say has not been seen in more than a week.
Postal Service, citing losses, seeks higher stamp prices
The U.S. Postal Service is hoping it can soon raise stamp prices by a penny or more.
Coroner releases cause of death of suspect in officer-involved shooting
The Lexington County Coroner has released the autopsy results of the man killed in an officer-involved shooting Tuesday morning.
Argument leads to fatal shooting, suspect in custody
A 41-year-old man is behind bars charged in the shooting death of man Tuesday afternoon.
Richland Recycles Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready to recycle, for free. The Richland County Solid Waste & Recycling, S.C. Department of Agriculture, local and regional businesses are hosting a Richland Recycle Day. If you are interested, here is the information from County…
Kershaw Sheriff: Suspect Calls 911 After Shooting, Killing Man
KERSHAW COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- One man is in custody after fatally shooting another man in Elgin. Kershaw County Sheriff, Jim Matthews says deputies responded to a 911 call from the suspect at…
Bond Denied for Woman Accused of Murdering Husband and 2 Children
FAIRFIELD COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The woman accused of killing her husband and two children in a house fire made her first court appearance on Tuesday. A judge denied bond for 34-year-old Sharon…
Gov. McMaster Vetoes Gas Tax Bill
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Governor Henry McMaster has vetoed the bill that would increase South Carolina’s gas tax to fund road construction. McMaster posted a video to Facebook explaining why he vetoed the…
Family of Greg Alia Forgives Killer After He Pleads Guilty
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- An emotional day inside of a Richland County courtroom Tuesday as family and friends remember the life of Officer Greg Alia. Many were moved to tears as family members of…
Coroner Identifies Suspect Killed by Officers
A wanted drug suspect was killed after being shot by fugitive task force officers.
Alia Murder Suspect Due in Court
Gunman accused in the deadly shooting of a Forest Acres police officer is expected to appear in court. ABC Columbia is following the latest.
Teacher Appreciation Day!
Show an educator you appreciate them, by sharing your special stories about how they impacted your life.
Kids and Tablet Usage: Health Study
[gtxvideo vid='OuxQXW4I' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/OuxQXW4I.jpg' vtitle='Kids and Tablet Usage: Health Study'] ABC NEWS-- Here's ABC'S Medical Correspondent, Dr. Timothy Johnson on the impact of tablets, phones and computer games on children.
Unemployment Numbers Lowest in Decade
[gtxvideo vid='yN0rXlwy' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/yN0rXlwy.jpg' vtitle='Unemployment Numbers Lowest in Decade'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Good news for graduates entering the job market. New national unemployment numbers show the jobless rate is the lowest in a decade. The labor department says unemployment in April…
McMaster, Clark to Receive Honorary Degrees
ORANGEBURG, S.C. – The SC State University Board of Trustees unanimously approved to award honorary degrees to South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and President James E. Clark during a called meeting Monday. McMaster will receive the Honorary Doctor of laws,…
1 man at large, 1 in custody after double shooting
One man is behind bars and another suspect is still at-large in connection to a shooting incident last month.
