Milken Award Surprises Recipient
A local teacher gets the surprise of a lifetime after she is awarded for work in the classroom.
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CPD: Man Shot Near Providence Hospital, Search for Suspect Underway
Columbia Police are investigating a shooting outside Providence Hospital.
While you shop for your family, thieves shop for them with YOUR money
[gtxvideo vid='sgXYW2Re' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/sgXYW2Re.jpg' vtitle='ID THEFT'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)--As American's woke up early on the Friday after Thanksgiving, kicking off another holiday shopping season, would-be identity thieves also started their shopping season...shopping for your money. According to IdentityTheft.info, nearly 15 million Americans…
Infant Identity Released, Babysitter Charged With Homicide
A woman was charged with great bodily injury to a child after allegedly violently assaulting a baby she was caring for.
Trial Begins for Charleston Church Shooting Suspect Dylann Roof
The federal death penalty trial is set to begin for 22-year-old Dylann Roof, who authorities say is responsible for killing nine people in a Charleston, South Carolina, church last year.
The Marines need YOU to help preserve the last 100 years
[gtxvideo vid='bOFNAKp5' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/bOFNAKp5.jpg' vtitle='Marines'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)--For well over eight decades, as many members of the United States Marine Corps have stormed beaches, fought hard, and protected the Country, there have been many other brave men and women, armed not…
Expert Weighs in on Slager Mistrial
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- After over 20 hours of deliberation, the jury in the case of former police officer Michael Slager failed to reach a collective consensus. ABC Columbia spoke with USC Professor of Law Colin Miller to break down…
Deputies: Employee Caught on Camera Stealing Keys, SUV
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department arrested and charged a teen with grand larceny after allegedly being caught on surveillance video stealing an SUV.
Lexington Deputies Search for Missing Teen
Lexington County Sheriff’s Department investigators are searching for a Columbia teen who they say hasn’t been seen or heard from in more than three months.
Mother of Walter Scott Says God Will Bring Justice
Family members of Walter Scott spoke to the media Monday afternoon after a mistrial was declared in the murder trial of former North Charleston police officer Michael Slager. The first family member to the podium was Judy Scott, Walter Scott's mother.
Tuesday Morning Menu
From a job fair to a special December deal for those looking for a furry friend ABC Columbia has you covered.
Vegetarian Diets: Medical Minute
[gtxvideo vid='7as4gPYs' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/7as4gPYs.jpg' vtitle='Vegetarian Diets: Medical Minute'] ABC NEWS-- Whether you are a meat eater or plan to go Vegan, experts say it's important to know how the diet will impact your health. Here's ABC'S Dr. Timothy Johnson.
Benedict College Host Vigil For Students Mourning
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – Students and staff at Benedict College held a candle light vigil for Rashee Hodges. Hodges was a college athlete whose life was cut short after being struck by a car on Sunday. Hodges basketball coach, Fred…
Traffic Alert in Richland County Off Sunset Drive
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Drivers who use Sunset and North Main for their commute may want to look for a different route this week. Richland County Officials say SCE&G will be closing the westbound lane of Sunset Drive at the intersection…
Gov. Haley Urges Understanding After Slager Mistrial
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) -- Gov. Nikki Haley says she's urging South Carolinians to walk the path they have walked the past two years _ one of faith, love and understanding _ in…
City of Columbia Food Drive
[gtxvideo vid='M5yr5fHk' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/M5yr5fHk.jpg' vtitle='City of Columbia Food Drive'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It's time for the holidays and the City of Columbia is asking for your help, to help those in need. According to City officials, the food drive is held…
New Survey Shows Package Theft on the Rise in America
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) -- New data shows that package thefts are on the rise. According to Nextdoor.com a survey shows 42 percent of people report having a package stolen. Richland County Sheriff's deputies and United States Postal Service officials…
Governor's Mansion Christmas Open House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley is opening the governor's mansion so the public can see the home decorated for Christmas. Haley's open house Is from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday. It is free of charge,…
Deputies: Body Found Inside Home on Ranch Road
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department say a 28-year-old man was shot inside a home on Ranch Road overnight and they need the public's help for information leading to an arrest of the person (s) responsib
Roof Allowed to Hire Lawyers Back, For Now
A federal judge has allowed a white man accused of fatally shooting nine black parishioners at a Charleston, South Carolina, church to hire back his lawyers, at least for the first phase of his trial.
A Holiday Tradition Returns - Why You CAN'T Miss The Nutcracker
[gtxvideo vid='bSqVLQVW' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/bSqVLQVW.jpg' vtitle='Nutcracker'] COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO) -- It is a show over fifty years in the making...The return of The Columbia City Ballet's Nutcracker. Executive and Creative Director William Starrett says "This is the best one yet." The Nutcracker,…
Woman Arrested in Connection to Body Found on Muller Avenue
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The Columbia Police Department has arrested a 49-year-old woman in connection to the discovery of a body that was found in the trunk of a car on Thursday. CPD said Wanda Elizabeth Williamson was arrested Sunday…
Train Carrying 97 BMW Cars Derails in Fairfield County
FAIRFIELD COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - A train, transporting 97 BMW cars from the Greer plant to Charleston, derailed in Fairfield County Sunday afternoon. It happened at Highway 213 and Austin Road; near…
Benedict College Remembering Athlete Killed in Hit-And-Run
Benedict College released a statement Sunday evening regarding student athlete, Rashee Jamal Hodges, who was fatally killed during a hit-and-run incident.
