Michael Slager Testifies at His Murder Trial
Former police officer Michael Slager, who is accused of murdering an unarmed black man, takes the stand in his own defense at his murder trial this morning.
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Is Pro Se Your Best Defense?
[gtxvideo vid='wvIVE295' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/wvIVE295.jpg' vtitle='Is Pro Se the best choice?'] COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO)- Many people can recite the words that protect citizens from persecution for their actions or even speech, otherwise known as the Miranda Warning. Miranda, as it is known,…
The Nuts and Bolts to Picking a Jury
[gtxvideo vid='5kWtkC2d' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/5kWtkC2d.jpg' vtitle='Trial by Jury'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) –The Constitution, in Article III, Section 2, and the Sixth Amendment both address a citizen’s right to a trial by jury, and a “speedy and public trial…by an impartial jury.” …
A Profile : Who’s Who in the Trump Cabinet
[gtxvideo vid='s9dFzh2q' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/s9dFzh2q.jpg' vtitle='A Profile : Who's Who in the Trump Cabinet '] CNN--President Elect Donald Trump hosts more meetings this week as he continues to put together the administration. Fredricka Whitfield takes a look at Who's Who in the…
Kennerly Rd. Penny Project Complete
[gtxvideo vid='6NX4Tli9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/6NX4Tli9.jpg' vtitle='Kennerly Rd. Penny Project Complete'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Good news for drivers in Irmo, the new Traffic Circle off Kennerly Road is now open. The construction on the round-about took several months, as part of the Richland…
Update: Ohio State Univ. Student Stabs People on Campus
ABC News--An Ohio State University student was shot dead by police after he plowed into pedestrians with a car and then stabbed multiple people with a butcher's knife at the OSU campus in Columbus this morning, officials said. The scene…
Authorities: Craigslist Deal Becomes Robbery
A man who planned to buy a car from a stranger he met online was instead robbed at gunpoint Saturday night authorities say.
RCSD: Suspect Broke Victim's Finger During Theft at Belk
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - A male suspect is being sought in connection with three shoplifting incidents at the Belk's department store located in the 600 block of Promenade Place. Benjamin Kearse, 52, is…
Holiday Safety Tips to Keep in Mind
[gtxvideo vid='GiSmt28n' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/GiSmt28n.jpg' vtitle='Holiday Safety Tips to Keep in Mind'] The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has given everyone some guidelines. Place your tree away from sources of heat such as fireplaces, candles, and space heaters. Use…
Monday Morning Headlines
Find out what's happening in your Monday morning headlines and stay tuned for updates on ABC Columbia News at noon.
Dylann Roof Files for Self-Representation, Judge Approves
Wearing his prison uniform, Dylann Roof spoke to Judge Gergel Monday morning and filed a motion to represent himself.
Cyber Monday Deals
[gtxvideo vid='aDgqGjrh' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/aDgqGjrh.jpg' vtitle='Cyber Monday Deals'] ABC NEWS-- Cyber Monday marks the on-line sales equal or greater to in-store sales on Black Friday. Retailers like WalMart and Target are offering big discounts on electronics and other items. Eva Pilgrim reports.…
Deputies Search for Missing Man with Dementia
NEWBERRY , SC (WOLO)-- Newberry County Sheriff’s Deputies are asking for your help in locating a missing dementia patient last seen Saturday night just after 10pm Deputies say Donnie Richardson was last seen walking…
Slager Trial Set to Resume this Week
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - The defense in the trial of a former South Carolina police officer accused of murdering an unarmed black man is building its case that Michael Slager was a good officer who used force appropriately during his…
Healthy Holiday Eating and Exercising Tips
[gtxvideo vid='PHaCb4F3' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/PHaCb4F3.jpg' vtitle='Healthy Holiday Eating and Exercising Tips'] CNN-- Here's a look at how to work off that Holiday feast and stay healthy. From hitting the gym to simply walking in the mall, you can work off some of…
(4) Clemson Rolls Over Carolina, 56-7
CLEMSON, S.C.…
SC Man Struck and Killed in NC
GASTONIA, N.C. (AP) - Authorities say a South Carolina man riding a bicycle in the middle of a four-lane highway has been struck and killed in Gaston County. Troopers told media outlets that 47-year-old Johney Westberry of Lancaster, South Carolina,…
Carolina-Clemson Rivalry to Air at 7:30pm on ESPN
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It's rivalry day in South Carolina and that means Gamecock and Tiger fans are ready for the Palmetto Bowl. Carolina will travel to Clemson for the match up at Death Valley. South Carolina at Clemson, ESPN, 7:30…
Fidel Castro Dead at 90
ABC NEWS-- Fidel Castro, whose rise as a revolutionary made him the face of socialist rebellion for more than half a century, died Friday at age 90. His brother, Cuban president Raul Castro, made the announcement on Cuban state TV.…
Local Walmart Managers Ready for Big Sales
[gtxvideo vid='3pKPrhsX' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/3pKPrhsX.jpg' vtitle='Local Walmart Managers Ready for Big Sales'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Local WalMart managers are enjoying a big holiday shopping season, and one manager tells ABC Columbia news they're already looking ahead. At the Walmart in Irmo, off…
Holiday Gift Giving and The Election Connection
NEW YORK (AP) _ This holiday season, elves and ``joy'' may be on the way out and ``peace'' and ``hope'' on the way in. A divisive election that left half the country deflated and the other half rejuvenated could reverberate…
SC Drought Latest
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The area of South Carolina experiencing unusually dry conditions is rapidly increasing, now including parts of the state that received over a foot of rain less than two months ago from Hurricane Matthew. The U.S. Drought…
Red Kettles Now Up at Area Stores
[gtxvideo vid='harphU18' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/harphU18.jpg' vtitle='Red Kettles Now Up at Area Stores'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The familiar bells are ringing the Salvation Army Red Kettles are up at area stores in the Midlands. The Red Kettle is the Salvation Army's largest fundraiser.…
Dylann Roof Found Competent to Stand Trial
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) —From our ABC affiliate- Dylann Roof's federal hate crimes trial will move forward. The 22-year-old Eastover man was declared competent on Friday. Jury selection in the trial has been delayed for three weeks as Roof's attorneys filed for…
