Haley Asks SC Agencies Why They Don't Use All Their Money
South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley has told all state agencies to begin giving an explanation if they have money left in their budgets at the end of the year.
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Afternoon Wreck Closes Monticello Road
An accident caused road closures in Columbia Monday afternoon.
Victim Identified in Eastover Fatal Shooting
[gtxvideo vid='eCvIOrTM' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/eCvIOrTM.jpg' vtitle='Robbery Suspect Arrested'] EASTOVER, S.C. (WOLO) - The Richland County Coroner has released the name of the man who was shot and killed yesterday in the 200 block of Jeanie Collins Road in Eastover. Gary Watts said…
Federal Investigators checking tires on bus involved in deadly NC Crash
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) (CNN)- Two federal investigators are going to North Carolina to check the tires on a bus that crashed killing four people on their way to a South Carolina junior college's first ever football game. National Transportation Safety…
NC Highway Patrol Releases Victims' Names of Saturday’s Bus Crash
UPDATE: The North Carolina State Highway Patrol has released the names of the four that died in Saturday’s collision on US74 by-pass near Hamlet, N.C. The driver has been identified as 43-year-old Brian Andre Kirkpatrick. The three passengers are identified as 21-year-old…
Video: Veterans Career Fair in Midlands
[gtxvideo vid='GOM1hRdg' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/GOM1hRdg.jpg' vtitle='Veterans Career Fair in Midlands '] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Military on the hunt for a job? Grab those resumes. A Veterans Career Fair will be held Thursday, September 22 at the Columbia Conference Center 11am-3pm
McIlwain starts, defense saves USC in 20-15 win
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina 's defense accepted coach Will Muschamp's challenge and his freshman quarterback made his coach's decision to start him look good as the Gamecocks beat East Carolina 20-15 on Saturday. After last week's loss, Muschamp…
(5) Clemson routs SC State 59-0 in shortened game
Clemson's Deon Cain, right, pulls in a pass for a touchdown while being defended by South Carolina State's Devondre Powell during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 17, 2016, in Clemson,…
Update: Missing 19 yr old Autistic Teen Found Safe
NEWBERRY, SC --Update The missing 19 year old with autism was located near Pinedale ct. on Lake Murray. He is being examied by medical personel. The Newberry County Sheriff's Office and Rescue Squads are searching for a missing 19 year…
Greek Festival Underway in Midlands
[gtxvideo vid='bQFS04Bp' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/bQFS04Bp.jpg' vtitle='Greek Festival Underway in Midlands'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Midlands is going greek! From Baklava to Gyros to dance, the annual Greek Festival is underway this weekend. It's taking place on Sumter Street near the Holy Trinity…
Watch: Midlands Gas Prices Falling
[gtxvideo vid='9e0hPwzm' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9e0hPwzm.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Midlands Gas Prices Falling'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- You'll have some extra change in your wallet when filling up at the gas station. Prices at the pump continue to fall in the Midlands. The average price for…
Muschamp, USC Look to Rebound Against Surging ECU
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — For a team outside the Power Five, East Carolina has done a great job of taking down some marquee programs. The Pirates have won six of their past eight Power Five matchups, including last week’s…
USC: Clear Bag Policy, Traffic and Guidelines
COLUMBIA, S.C.(WOLO)--If you're getting ready for game day there are some things you need to know when heading to Williams Brice Stadium First, due to a new Athletics Policy, ladies you'll need to leave those purses at home. Here are…
What Other States Could Be Problematic for NCAA?
Now that North Carolina has lost its NCAA and Atlantic Coast Conference championship events for this year, some other states face potential challenges in the organization's fight for discrimination-free environments.
Watch: Relief Aid for SC Farmers
[gtxvideo vid='58B36Vqs' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/58B36Vqs.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Relief Aid for SC Farmers'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina farmers impacted by October's floods are getting some much needed relief in the form of grant money. The State Department of Agriculture announced more than one…
Watch: Gamecock Fans Ready for Game Day
[gtxvideo vid='66MjIws7' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/66MjIws7.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Gamecock Fans Ready for Game Day'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Gamecocks Home Opener under New Coach Will Muschamp has fans across the state and in the Midlands fired up and ready. ABC Columbia talked with fans…
WATCH: Dive Training Brings Agencies to Lake Murray
[gtxvideo vid='nEjTGu3A' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/nEjTGu3A.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Underwater Training by Lexington County Sheriff's Deputies'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Lexington County Sheriff's Deputies were joined by the FBI and other agencies during Underwater Recovery training. ABC Columbia's Grace Joyal heading out to Lake Murray to…
Holly Hill Man Arrested on Drugs Charges Following Traffic Stop
Two pounds of marijuana was seized from a Holly Hill man following a traffic stop Thursday police say.
Man Wanted In Walmart Purse Theft, Police Say
Authorities with the Richland County Sheriff's Department have released a surveillance photo on a man they stole a victim's purse from a shopping cart at the Killian Road Walmart.
Cops Hunt for Suspect for Breaking Into Store, Stealing E-Cigs
Authorities released a surveillance photo of a suspect wanted for stealing money and e-cigarettes.
Car Crashes Into Lake Murray Blvd. Apartment, Driver Charged with DUI
One person has been hospitalized after a car went barreling through an apartment building on Lake Murray Boulevard.
United Way Day in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready to enjoy a good breakfast and help the United Way of the Midlands. United Way Day kicks off Friday, at 8am , at the SC State House. United Way day is a time where the…
SC Drought in Coming Years Possible, say Experts
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - Experts warn the Carolinas will face droughts and deluges in coming years. The Charlotte Observer reported that scientists, farmers and water managers met in Charlotte this week to try to figure out how to deal with…
Watch: Jubilee Festival in Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='4K02TWHB' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/4K02TWHB.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Jubilee Festival in Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The 38th Annual Jubilee Festival is set for Saturday. It's a free event with dancers, musicians and storytellers. Organizers say the Jubilee brings together all aspects of culture and fun…
Watch: Edventure Children’s Museum New Exhibit
[gtxvideo vid='sg6bwcn9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/sg6bwcn9.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Edventure Children's Museum New Exhibit'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Edventure Children's Museum has a new addition rolling in. A ribbon cutting was held Wednesday for the new AutoWorks Exhibit. The newly redesigned permanent exhibit is in partnership with the…
