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Watch: New Columbia YMCA Opens
[gtxvideo vid='lIfHIf67' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/lIfHIf67.jpg' vtitle='Watch: New Columbia YMCA Opens'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready to exercise downtown Columbia. The New YMCA Columbia is now open. YMCA officials held a grand opening this week for the new location at Bull and Hampton…
Watch: Officials Assess Sunday's Peaceful Protest
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- A week's worth of violence, inciting protest across the country and fanning the flames of racial tension. Dr.Todd Shaw with Chair of USC's Department of Political Science says, "Because of the recent shootings, because of the…
WATCH: Columbia Fire Dept. Employee Fired
[gtxvideo vid='3HEKH931' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/3HEKH931.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Columbia Fire Dept. Employee Fired'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Columbia Fire Chief Aubrey D. Jenkins released the following statement concerning the termination of a member of the Columbia Fire Department: "The Columbia Fire Department has always had…
RCSD: What to Do When Pulled Over by Police
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (PRESS RELEASE) - Sheriff Leon Lott said education is a huge key in reducing and preventing crime and plays a big role in being proactive. In a release, Lott provided tips designed to assist in ensuring motorist's safety as…
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Protests continue over killings by police, Confederate Flag
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Several hundred people who started their day protesting the reappearance of the Confederate flag outside the South Carolina Statehouse were keeping up their protests into the night Sunday. The crowd was blocking a major intersection in downtown…
Confederate Flag returns to State House temporarily Sunday
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The Confederate flag has made a temporary return to the front lawn of the South Carolina Statehouse as part of a rally. Several hundred people attended a rally Sunday by the South Carolina Secessionist Party at the…
Governor sounds off on Sunday's rallies at State House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - SC Governor Nikki Haley released a statement late Sunday regarding the protests that had taken place at the State House: "Last year South Carolina showed the power of listening, respect and kindness. Whether passing the nation's…
Black Lives Matter protesters close I-126 Sunday night
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Black Lives Matter protesters gathered at the State House Sunday evening, for a speech promoting peace and unity. The group then took to the streets of downtown Columbia, eventually marching onto I-126 via Huger Street, closing…
Burglary suspect sought after A/C unit theft
ELGIN, S.C. (WOLO) - The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office is searching for the suspect in a burglary that took place around 3:30 p.m. Saturday in Elgin. Officials said it happened on Smyrna Church Road in Kershaw County. The suspect, seen…
Watch: Summer Grilling Safety
CNN-- Looking to Barbeque or host that picnic, there are some Summer Safety grilling tips to keep in mind. Here's Jeremy Roth with some grilling tips, watch the video here. [gtxvideo vid='nsShPZxa' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/nsShPZxa.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Summer Grilling Safety']
Teen charged in string of break-ins in downtown Sumter
SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO) - A 15-year-old has been arrested in a recent rash of break-ins of Broad Street businesses in downtown Sumter. Officials said the suspect smashed glass doors and windows to gain entry. The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office said it…
Woman passes away two days after house fire
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - A 38-year-old woman passed away, two days after being involved in house fire, Richland County Coroner Gary Watts said. Joy Kester, of Columbia, was in her house in the 2900 block of Kennedy Street on July…
Columbia man suffers fatal neck injury diving into pool
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - A 26-year-old Columbia man died, after he broke his neck diving into a swimming pool Friday. The Richland County Coroner said Michael McWhite died in the emergency room about 25 minutes after the accident. It happened…
Watch: Boating Safety 101 with RCSD
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Headed out to the Lake this weekend, Richland County Deputies have some tips to keep you and your loved ones safe on the water. Have the right amount of life vests on vessels, also make sure boats…
Newberry County Sheriff issues Heat Safety Tips
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) Summer brings hot and humid air, and this July is especially hot here in the Midlands. If you're headed outdoors or just trying to beat the heat inside, here are some safety tips from the Newberry County…
Watch: Summer Camping Safety Tips
(WOLO)--Gearing up to go camping? Make sure you keep some safety tips in mind this Summer. While Hiking trails and roasting marshmallows staying safe should be your top priority. Tips: STORE FOOD AND SNACKS AWAY IN A CONTAINER OR AN…
WATCH: Five Police Officers Slain in Dallas Ambush
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VIDEO: Helping Children Cope with Violence
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - ABC Columbia spoke with Patrice Franz Penney, Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of South Carolina about how parents and caregivers can talk to children following the…
Chief Holbrook, Sheriff Lott Respond to Dallas Massacre
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO/PRESS RELEASE) Columbia Police Skip Holbrook and Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott released a statement following the shooting death of five police officers in Dallas on Thursday. Read their full statement: As we are all too aware,…
WATCH: Leeza Gibbons returns home to help our caregivers
IRMO, S.C. (WOLO) - Talk show host, author and most recently, winner of the "Celebrity Apprentice", Leeza Gibbons, is making good on her promise to bring more than $700,000 in prize…
