LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The Lexington County Coroner has identified the man who drowned Saturday afternoon while swimming in Lake Murray. Coroner Margaret Fisher said Ramon Priestino, 76, of Columbia was swimming with his family in the Palm Point Drive…
ORANGEBURG COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Deputies in Orangeburg County are warning residents about a scam that is targeting seniors. The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Department says an individual is targeting seniors with threats that a warrant has been issued for their arrest.…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Columbia Police are investigating an armed robbery at a local bank. Officers say the incident happened before 2p.m. at the TD Bank in the 1900 block of Blossom street.…
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- One person was rescued from the Congaree River Saturday morning. The Columbia Fire Department conducted the swift water rescue near the Gervais Street Bridge. Officials say the person suffered injuries, and the scene is under control.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It's the dog days of summer and you might want a furry friend to help you beat the heat. The Columbia Animal Services is hosting an Adoption Special July 21–22, 2017. All cats and dogs will be available…
[gtxvideo vid='WqRwLEQA' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WqRwLEQA.jpg' vtitle='Total Solar Eclipse Countdown: One Month'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - In just one month the Midlands will be the place to be for one of the most anticipated celestial events in decades. There will be a total…
[gtxvideo vid='0z9UVQ8x' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/0z9UVQ8x.jpg' vtitle='Help Feed Hungry Children'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you are craving for a Happy Meal, you could help feed a hungry child in the Midlands. ABC Columbia News and your local McDonald's have partnered for the ABC'S of…
[gtxvideo vid='RQ5N0jHW' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/RQ5N0jHW.jpg' vtitle='SC Jobless Rate at Lowest in 16 Years'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Good news on the job front comes with the latest unemployment report. South Carolina's unemployment rate is at its lowest level in 16 years. Department…
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ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WOLO)- A 13-year-old from Spartanburg is hoping to fund his dream by making lemonade in Orangeburg. Vincent Proctor comes down to visit his uncle Randall almost every summer but this year…
[gtxvideo vid='cASNF6sq' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/cASNF6sq.jpg' vtitle='HOT CAR KID'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Latisha Rembert, 24, was denied bond at her detention hearing, in connection with the death of her 1-year-old son. “Your charges are first-degree murder-homicide by child abuse-neglect, do you understand that?"…
LEXINGTON, S.C. – A Chapin man faces attempted murder charges, Deputies say he's accused of threatening a family member with a butcher knife and knocking the victim unconscious. According to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department, 42 year old Nicholas David…
The lawyer for a South Carolina senator who authorities say converted campaign donations into personal cash wants his charges dismissed.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) (AP) - Get ready for a smoother ride. The State Department of Transportation voted Thursday to spend the first $26 million raised by the South Carolina's newly increased gas tax to paving projects in 27 counties. There…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- DHEC has lifted a swimming advisory for the Saluda River. The affected area was the section of the river that runs the length of Saluda Shoals Park. DHEC says it is now safe to swim. According to…
SUMTER, SC (WOLO)-- A Sumter Couple is behind bars accused of abusing their three month old. Both 22 year old Phillip Andrew Grate and 17 year old Ashlin Caples, the parents of the child, face an unlawful neglect of child charge.…
[gtxvideo vid='WYHOUrfG' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WYHOUrfG.jpg' vtitle='BODY CAMERAS'] Officer accountability has taken a step forward as the Richland County Sheriff's Department covers its deputies when it comes to the operation of body cameras. RCSD just installed some new technology so when the gun…
WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- City of West Columbia officials have issued a Boil Water Advisory for all of Shampy Street. According to officials, this is due to a water line break in the area. Officials say once the water line…
South Carolina Lt. Gov. Kevin Bryant has taken a tangible step toward running for governor, although he says he hasn't officially decided to enter the race.
In a bond hearing Thursday for 64-year-old James Kester, police revealed that his motive for driving through a graveside memorial was due to a grievance with the Department of Mental Health (DMH).
[gtxvideo vid='deZb9dkz' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/deZb9dkz.jpg' vtitle='cONGRESSMAN'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)--Type 1 Diabetes, also known as juvenile diabetes impacts a lot more than the name might imply. Of the 1.25 million Americans who are living with T1D, 400,000 are under 18 years old. Finding…
SUMTER, SC (WOLO)– Sumter Police responded to a child found unresponsive Tuesday afternoon. First responders were called at about 3:15 p.m. Tuesday to a child found unresponsive at Swan Lake Iris Gardens. Officers and other first responders attempted to revive…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Columbia Police have arrested and charged a man with 12 counts of attempted murder in connection to the Greenlawn Cemetery collision. Police announced late Wednesday that James Kester,64, is facing…
SUMTER COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Two men have been arrested and charged with breaking into home and stealing various items on Tuesday. According to the warrants, Frank Lamar Wilson Jr, 28, is charged with first-degree Burglary and Safecracking. Fabyane Jamel Hinnant,…
[gtxvideo vid='0x8eP6iV' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/0x8eP6iV.jpg' vtitle='Wonderhands'] BATESBURG-LEESVILLE, S.C. (WOLO)- Columbia Police officers were treated to an extra special game of softball with some friends that have wonder hands. For the fourth year in a row, CPD officers came out to play ball…
