Senators Vote Against Special Order to Prioritize Road Bill
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The 2017 road bill's path to the Senate floor will continue to wait as senators voted 23 to 18 against a special order that would…
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McMaster: Nuclear Project To Push Forward, Despite Westinghouse Bankruptcy
[gtxvideo vid='rKbl3pbh' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/rKbl3pbh.jpg' vtitle='westinghouse'] NEW YORK, N.Y. - U.S. nuclear power giant, Westinghouse Electric, filed for bankruptcy Wednesday, court records show. The company, owned by Japan's Toshiba, has been struggling in recent years. Toshiba says acquiring Westinghouse has led to…
Nearly $500M Bond Bill for State Repairs Sent to House Floor
A bill borrowing $498 million for a backlog of repairs at South Carolina's public colleges and other state-owned facilities is heading to the House floor.
Veteran SC Senator Free on Bond on Misconduct Allegations
Long-time South Carolina Sen. John Courson is free on bond on charges he pocketed more than $130,000 in campaign donations over six years.
Cottontown Reawakening with New Businesses
[gtxvideo vid='Cv2TPXiz' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Cv2TPXiz.jpg' vtitle='indah coffee'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - A block of empty warehouses and garages off North Main in Cottontown is getting a second chance at life. Indah Coffee Company and Circa Barber are opening shop in the 2200 block…
Wednesday Morning Menu
ABC Columbia has you covered with a look at some of the events happening around town in your Morning Menu.
Facebook is Adding Snapchat-Like Features
(AP) - Facebook is adding Snapchat-like features to its app. The company says it wants to let people's cameras "do the talking," as more people are posting photos and videos instead of blocks of text. With the update coming to users…
Through a Mother's Eyes: PJ Dozier's Mom Shares Her Experience
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The road to the final four hasn't an easy one for the players, but behind every athlete is someone who pushes them. For Sophomore PJ Dozier that someone is the…
Governor McMaster Names Board of Economic Advisors Chairman
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Gov. Henry McMaster has named a former business and banking executive to lead South Carolina's economic advisory board. Edward Grimball of Edisto Island is the next chairman of the Board of Economic Advisors, which reviews and…
Gamecock Athletics, AAA Travel Agent Offer Tips for Final Four Traveling
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- As the Gamecock men and women advance to the Final Four, many fans are hoping to invest in a trip to Dallas or Phoenix but they will…
Harvest Hope Food Bank Needs Donations, say Officials
[gtxvideo vid='dH7L8A08' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/dH7L8A08.jpg' vtitle='Officials: Harvest Hope Food Bank Needs Donations'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--A local food bank is in need of donations. According to officials with Harvest Hope Food Bank, they're facing a shortage this time of year, they tell ABC…
Court Date Set for Long-Time Senator Accused of Misconduct
Veteran South Carolina Sen. John Courson is scheduled to appear in court on accusations he used campaign donations for personal expenses.
Business Group Backs Erasing More Minor Crimes from Records
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce supports allowing ex-cons to erase more minor offenses from their criminal records to make it easier for them to get a job.
Special Olympics Rally at State House
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Supporters of the Special Olympics will rally on the State House steps Tuesday. According to organizers, the annual Statehouse Rally will take place at 11am. During the event 2,000+ students, teachers and supporters from around the state…
No. 1 South Carolina follows men's team, reaches Final Four
STOCKTON, Calif. (AP) — Before they climbed the ladder to take their turn cutting the nets, Kaela Davis and A'ja Wilson started dancing. And dancing. The band blared inches away, and they danced some more. A spectacular, spontaneous moment for…
Midlands Restaurants Win Big During March Madness
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The Gamecocks basketball teams aren't the only ones catching wins, Midlands restaurants have been cashing in W's as well. Some owners say the NCAA Tournament games have brought in their…
DSS Child Abuse Verdict
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The South Carolina Department of Social Services says the abuse of a toddler that led to a $3.75 million verdict against the agency is a heartbreaking tragedy. DSS spokeswoman Karen Wingo said Monday the number of…
Funeral Services Held for Family Members Killed in Fire
[gtxvideo vid='eoHnBZ0t' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/eoHnBZ0t.jpg' vtitle='Funeral Services Held for Family Members Killed in Fire'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--It was a somber goodbye Monday for friends and family of the Kelly family. Four members of the family, killed in a house fire a week…
"Gamecock Jesus" Looks Forward to Final Four Trip
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Just last week, Carlton Thompson, better known as Gamecock Jesus or Baseline Jesus, told ABC Columbia he wished he could watch his Gamecocks make their historic tournament run…
USC Fans Still Celebrating: Road to the Final Four
[gtxvideo vid='cuUO9AGM' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/cuUO9AGM.jpg' vtitle='USC Fans Still Celebrating: Road to the Final Four'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Gamecock fans are still riding high after the University of South Carolina's Men's Basketball team stunned Florida Sunday for a spot in the Final Four.…
Garnet and Black Spring Game Kickoff Changed for Final Four
Gamecock athletics announced on Monday that the Carolina football team will hold their annual Garnet and Black Spring Game Saturday earlier in the day, due to the men's basketball team playing in their first Final Four. Kickoff at Williams-Brice Stadium…
Officials: Food Shortage at Harvest Hope Food Bank
Harvest Hope Food Bank faces a severe food shortage, with the food bank’s warehouses down to less than a day’s supply of product. Harvest Hope is the state’s largest food bank, covering 20 counties and feeding nearly 50,000 people each week.
Neighbor Alerts Kershaw County Deputies to Break-In
Deputies say an alert neighbor helped them catch a trio involved in a home burglary.
Monday Morning Menu
Find out what family friendly events are happening this week in your Monday Morning Menu
Kelly Family Laid to Rest Monday
A Lexington family killed a blaze will be laid to rest Monday.
