[gtxvideo vid='eH7OKrrt' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/eH7OKrrt.jpg' vtitle='Smartphone Usage: Parents and Kids '] ABC NEWS-- In a new study, researchers take a look at the use of smartphones by both parents and kids. What are the impacts? Here's ABC'S Dr. Timothy Johnson.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO )--Individual aid is now available to residents in Marion and Orangeburg counties affected by Hurricane Matthew. According to Officials, residents are eligible for the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Individual Assistance program. SC EMD says survivors who sustained losses in…
[gtxvideo vid='Bsly8nPO' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Bsly8nPO.jpg' vtitle='One SC Fund for Hurricane/Flood Victims'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Looking to give aid to the Hurricane Mathew Victims and Flood victims? Here's how you can help. The One SC Fund helps South Carolinians recover from natural disasters, it’s…
[gtxvideo vid='szBXoo3S' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/szBXoo3S.jpg' vtitle='Restaurant Week in Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Ready to sample tasty treats? Restaurant Week is underway in Columbia through next Sunday. The ten day celebration of South Carolina cuisine features hundreds of restaurants. It is time to…
[gtxvideo vid='sL8BW8pS' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/sL8BW8pS.jpg' vtitle='Flooding Continues to Devastate Lumberton, NC'] CNN-- Floodwaters still rising in parts of Lumberton, North Carolina. Shelters are set up as hundreds of families seek refuge. State Officials in North Carolina continue search and rescue and now…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO )-- Mayor Steve Benjamin, Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine, and the City of Columbia staff will host the 10th Anniversary of the Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence. Due to severe inclement weather from Hurricane Matthew on Saturday,…
[gtxvideo vid='6LCDRS0F' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/6LCDRS0F.jpg' vtitle='New Study on Vitamin Use'] ABC NEWS-- For some that morning vitamin may be part of the routine. But now New research shows attitudes towards vitamins may be changing. Here's ABC'S Dr. Timothy Johnson.
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - The state's second homeless court is being set up in Charleston. The court, approved Wednesday by order of the state Supreme Court, creates an alternative court dealing with minor crimes such as larceny, loitering, shoplifting so…
Richland Co. (WOLO)--A spokesperson for the Richland County Sheriff's Department says Richland County Recreation Commission Director James Brown III turned himself in at Friday afternoon on a charge of intimidating a state witness. Witnesses told deputies Brown entered the commission…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Four people killed in a collision on Interstate-77 Thursday night, were Claflin University students. It happened near the Killian Rd. exit, just before 6pm. The SC Highway Patrol says the students were in an suv when it crossed…
[gtxvideo vid='mIAhjVoK' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/mIAhjVoK.jpg' vtitle='ABC Columbia at the SC State Fair/Operation Thank You'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- ABC Columbia at the South Carolina State Fair, join us weeknights at 6pm Live from the ABC Columbia booth in front of the Ellison Building.…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A fourth death has been attributed to Hurricane Matthew in South Carolina. Gov. Nikki Haley said during a Statehouse news conference Thursday that a person died in Dillon County earlier this week while trying to move…
[gtxvideo vid='cVuo9bNZ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/cVuo9bNZ.jpg' vtitle='Lunch at the SC State Fair: Weekdays'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Grab Lunch and lunch weekday deal at the South Carolina State Fair. Every weekday, for the entire fair! Exchange $10.00 cash for a lunch admission ticket at…
[gtxvideo vid='RZbK8O00' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/RZbK8O00.jpg' vtitle='New Diaper Changing Rule Set to Take Place'] CNN-- Diaper changing time will soon get easier. President Barack Obama has signed the Bathrooms 'accessible in every situation act' The new guidelines requires that both men and women's restrooms…
Richland County, S.C. (WOLO) -- The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a triple fatality. It happened just before six Thursday evening along Interstate 77 near the Killian Rd. Exit. Troopers say the victims were traveling southbound on I-77 in…
[gtxvideo vid='7PxYhkGX' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/7PxYhkGX.jpg' vtitle='Floodwaters in Lumberton, NC'] Lumberton, NC (WOLO)-- ABC Columbia's Will Kennedy headed to Lumberton, NC, one of the hardest hit areas due to major flooding. Families without homes, businesses under water, the scenes are heartbreaking for the…
[gtxvideo vid='C0I2g2Ee' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/C0I2g2Ee.jpg' vtitle='Healthcare: Open Enrollment Tips'] CNN-- It's that time of year for many employees. Open Enrollment. But picking out health insurance can be tricky. Mary Maloney has some tips to keep in mind.
[gtxvideo vid='g3xv8O89' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/g3xv8O89.jpg' vtitle='New Lexington Ampitheatre'] LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)--The Town of Lexington has a new spot for entertainment. Town officials have officially cut the ribbon on the New Ampitheater. The Icehouse Ampitheater on West Main Street is a 900 seat…
[gtxvideo vid='2JnhdRLk' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/2JnhdRLk.jpg' vtitle='Governor Haley Updates Hurricane Mathew Recovery'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Governor Nikki Haley updated residents on the status of recovery from Hurricane Mathew. Haley said Thursday , there has been a fourth death linked to Hurricane Mathew in…
NEW YORK (AP) _ Amazon.com is adding 120,000 seasonal workers in an effort to meet an expected spike in demand during the holidays. The seasonal positions will be created at fulfillment centers, sorting centers and customer service sites in 27…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A fourth death has been attributed to Hurricane Matthew in South Carolina. Gov. Nikki Haley said during a Statehouse news conference Thursday that a person died in Dillon County earlier this week while trying to move…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- (AP) --South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley updated the public on recovery efforts from Hurricane Matthew Thursday. Haley and South Carolina State Officials addressed the state at a 3pm Press Conference from the State House. A fourth death…
GREENVILLE, N.C. (AP) - The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says it's working to help animals stranded or left homeless by floodwaters after Hurricane Matthew. The society said in a news release Thursday that workers are…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Get ready for fall flowers and plants at the South Carolina Farmers Market. Due to Hurricane Mathew the Midlands Plant & Flower Festival has been rescheduled. The South Carolina Department of Agriculture has rescheduled the 7th annual Midlands…
[gtxvideo vid='DtggLuOG' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/DtggLuOG.jpg' vtitle='Cabon Monoxide Dangers/Generator Usage Tips'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Many hurricane victims could turn to generators in the coming days to help with power outages. But improper storage can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning, say experts. Some people may…
