NORAD tracking Santa
ABC NEWS-- Tens of thousands of children from around the world plan to call the North American Aerospace Defense Command to ask where Santa is, and starting Saturday they will get a cheery answer about the mythical route from a…
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Christmas Eve Store Hours
Columbia, S.C (WOLO) --- If you wait until the last minute to get those holiday gifts you may be in luck. Some retailers are staying open just a little bit longer so you can get everything you need under the…
Starbucks Holiday Give Away
If you love the holidays and freebies, then you're in for an extra special treat from one coffee chain.
Pork Rinds Recalled
A area company is recalling more than 7 thousand pounds of their snack after concerns over possible salmonella.
Gun Specialist Explains How You Can Gift a Firearm This Holiday Season
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Some of you might be giving a firearm as a gift this year, but it is not as simple as just picking one up and putting it under…
One Dead, Two Injured in Aster Circle Shooting
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- The holiday weekend gets off to a violent start in Columbia as deputies investigate a Friday afternoon shooting. It happened around 1:30 Friday afternoon on Aster Circle near Bluff Rd. Richland County deputies say one person…
Christmas/ New Year Travel Costs
Columbia, S.C (WOLO) --- Depending on where you're traveling and how you intend to get there, a little planning can help you put some of that holiday cheer in your pockets. According to gas buddy, gas prices have seen the…
Officer Assaults Inmate
GAFFNEY, S.C. - A former Gaffney police officer has been charged with assault on an inmate at the Cherokee County jail. Court records show that Billy Hyatt has been charged with third-degree assault and battery. Hyatt was a former sergeant…
Child Struck in Hit and Run
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Columbia police continue searching for the driver of a car they say ran up on a sidewalk and struck a child Thursday evening. Authorities say the incident happened around 6pm in the 23 hundred block of…
In-Vest USA Donation
Local organizations donate life saving vests to area law enforcement agencies.
Fire Officials Continue to Investigate Rise in Suspicious Fires
Crews have responded to dozens of fires this season in several areas and according to City of Columbia officials, some of the blazes are considered arson.
RCSD: Suspect Sought for Strong Armed Robbery
A man is wanted by authorities after he was captured on video surveillance stealing money from a victim at a Broad River Road convenience store, deputies say.
Coroner: Person Found Outside Restaurant Died of Hypothermia
The Richland County Coroner said the individual found dead behind the Cookout restaurant last night, died of hypothermia.
Former State House Majority Leader Appears in Court
A former South Carolina House majority leader has appeared in court on dozens of charges stemming from a legislative corruption probe.
Citizen's Tip Leads to Arrest of Irmo Woman
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - Authorities credit a tip from a concerned citizen which led to the arrest of 35-year-old woman accused of stealing two packages off a porch. Related: Suspect Possibly Linked to…
Update: Man Identified Inside Burning Home
HOPKINS, S.C. (WOLO) -- Richland County officials have released the name of a man found dead in a fire at a home in Hopkins. Coroner Gary Watts says 84-year-old Cleveland Edmonds of Hopkins died in the fire overnight Wednesday. An…
Update: Berlin Attack Suspect Killed by Police
The manhunt for the suspected Berlin Christmas Market attacker continues. What officials know about the suspect now and where they are looking to find him.
New State Trooper Reunites with Patrolman Who Inspired Him
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- A highway patrolman goes beyond the badge, a move that would make a lifetime difference for one area boy. "It meant a lot to me that this trooper took…
A Sweet Holiday Treat
Krispy Kreme announces a sweet treat just in time for the holidays.
Columbia Urban League Giving
A holiday event aimed at making the season brighter for area seniors in need.
Millions Expected To Travel This Holiday Season
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The holidays are here and busier than ever. This year, AAA expects over 103 Americans to travel between December 23rd and January 2nd. 1.4…
Suspect Possibly Linked to Other Crimes Wanted for Theft
Richland County Sheriff's deputies are looking for a suspect who they say was caught on surveillance video stealing a FedEx and UPS package off a victim's porch.
How a tiger made difference to amazing atheletes
[gtxvideo vid='ynh2vvMD' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ynh2vvMD.jpg' vtitle='tigerman'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) - There is just something rewarding about being an athlete - you work hard to become as skilled as you can, and compete against others who have done the same thing. The spirit…
Authorities: Thieves Steal Cash, TV from Bingo Hall
Two men were looking for the five-finger discount when authorities say they stole cash and a flat screen television from a bingo hall.
Two Suspects Sought for Allegedly Assaulting Victim, Firing Shots at Home
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are looking for at least two female suspects accused of firing shots into a home in the 1400 block of Hollingshed Road Tuesday night.
