Still Looking for a Free Place to Watch the Eclipse?
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Missions Possible Garage Sale, Shandon UM Church
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Eclipse Coverage at Riverbanks Zoo
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Twitter War of Words between President Trump, US Senator Lindsey Graham
[gtxvideo vid='FZxn60fq' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/FZxn60fq.jpg' vtitle='Twitter War of Words between President Trump,'] WASHINGTON, DC (WOLO) - President Donald Trump has aimed his Twitter tweets toward Republicans who criticized him over his comments about last weekend's violence in Charlottesville, Virginia. South Carolina's US…
RCSD Remembers K-9 Tosca At Memorial Service
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Richland County Sheriff’s department has had a tough couple of months and today they said goodbye to their 2-year-old K-9 deputy Tosca. The sheriff’s department said Tosca suffered from a genetic disorder in her neck which no…
Richland Co. Sheriff's Dept. Phone Lines Down
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--A spokesperson for the Richland County Sheriff's Department says their phone lines are down. Deputy Stephany Snowden says if anyone has an emergency to call 911. Deputies say they are not sure at this time what caused…
Clemson basketball team "safe and secure" in Barcelona after attack
The Clemson men's basketball team is "safe and secure" in Barcelona according to the school, after a suspected terror attack in the city.
Richland Co. Eclipse Glasses Not NASA Approved
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- A spokesperson for Richland County says they unknowingly distributed eclipse glasses that were not approved by NASA. The glasses have the county seal and logo and the reference number 12312-2. Richland County officials say they want…
President Trump, Sen. Graham Spar on Twitter
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--President Trump is taking to Twitter to condemn republicans who criticized his comments about last weekend's violence in Charlottesville, Virginia. Specifically, South Carolina's Lindsey Graham. Thursday morning the president tweeting, "Publicity seeking Lindsey Graham falsely stated that i…
Three Charged for Trafficking Meth in Stolen Car
Three people accused of trafficking meth in a stolen car land behind bars after brief police chase.
ICYMI: Levar Jones Talks About Forgiveness After Trooper Shot Him In 2014
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Levar Jones, the man shot by former trooper Sean Groubert, opens up about the shooting that happened in September of 2014 and said he has come to peace with the…
Custom Signs Placed at Entry Points into Richland County
Richland County is welcoming thousands of visitors to the area for the solar eclipse with specially made road signs
Memorial to be Held for Fallen K9 Deputy
Memorial services for Richland County Sheriff's Department K9 Deputy Tosca will be held Thursday
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.
