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Happy Mother's Day- Mother's Day Spending
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) --We all love our moms, but how much money are we spending on them? According to the National Retail Federation, Americans will spend an average of $172.22, down slightly from last year’s record-high $172.63. Of course, it's…
Man beaten by multiple suspects during party in Blythewood
BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. (WOLO) - Richland County Sheriff's deputies are investigating, after they said a man was beaten by multiple people at a house party in Blythewood Friday night. Authorities said it happened in the 800 block of Langford Road. The…
Lexington man shot and killed in North Myrtle Beach
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WOLO) - Authorities say a 26-year-old man from Lexington has been shot to death in North Myrtle Beach. Horry County Deputy Coroner Darris Fowler told media outlets that Ryan Burt died at the hospital around 1…
Man hits deputy in face after car, foot chase
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - A 21-year-old man was arrested early this morning, after a car and foot chase, that ended with the suspect hitting a deputy, Richland County Sheriff's Department said. Officials said Tyrone Durham's charges include reckless driving and…
Graduations underway at University of South Carolina
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It's time to don the cap and gowns for graduates across the Midlands. Saturday commencements are being held at the University of South Carolina 9:30 a.m., 1pm and 3pm. Students from the College of Arts and Sciences…
Pet Adoption Special in City of Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready to take home a furry friend and save some money. The City of Columbia is celebrating Cinco De Meow with Pet Adoption Specials. According to officials, the Columbia and Lexington Animal Services will be holding…
Coming up at 11 on ABC Columbia News
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Here's a look at the stories you'll see at the top of the hour: Speaker Ryan isn't onboard the Trump Train. We learned that yesterday. Today, Jeb Bush says he can't back the presumptive nominee for…
Coming Up on the News at 6
Coming up on ABC Columbia News at 6. Homicide by child abuse, a one year old girl is dead. Her mother's boyfriend now charged with her murder. And, Congratulations you've graduated...now what? We've have strategies for recent college graduates facing…
Man Charged with Homicide by Child Abuse in Death of 1-Year-Old
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO) - A 27-year-old man has been arrested and charged with homicide by child abuse in the death of his girlfriend's daughter. Richland County Coroner Gary Watts said Aaliyah McNear,…
Watch: Weekend Midlands Happenings
Columbia,S.C., (WOLO) --- If you are looking for something to do this weekend without having to travel too far ABC Columbia has you covered. Click here to find out more about what's happening in your city this weekend.
Here's your #TGIT sneak peek at ABC Columbia at 11
I hope you're enjoying "The Catch" on this #TGIT on ABC Columbia. We're working hard in the newsroom preparing ABC Columbia News at 11. Let's get you primed before we go live at 11: #HEROESINBLUE: Officers and their spouses…
Watch: Stage is Set for Discussion About Drug Abuse
Richland County, S.C. (WOLO) --- New details emerging in the death investigation of legendary music icon Prince, point to a potential drug addiction. Nearly two weeks after the death of singing superstar Prince, the attorney for a well known California…
Watch: Kassy Alia Celebrates Husband Through 'Heroes In Blue'
Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) -- Turning tragedy into triumph. Months after her husband, Forest Acres Police Officer Greg Alia was shot and killed in the line of duty, Kassy Alia is using her personal experience to honor men and women she…
Eutawville Man Charged in Dog Shootings
Orangeburg Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenel says Michael Havens of Eutawville was extradited from Arkansas to Orangeburg today and charged with two counts of Ill-Treatment of Animals. Deputies say on March 25th Havens' neighbors reported hearing gunshots…
Coming up on the News at 6
Thanks for logging on to ABCColumbia.com Do you want to know what is coming up at 6? Triumph over tragedy. Tonight at six, the wife of a fallen police officer makes it her mission to honor the heroes in…
Watch: Midlands Thursday Happenings
Columbia,S.C.(WOLO)-- If you are looking for something to do tonight to get your weekend started early, ABC Columbia has you covered. Click below to find out some of the event happening here in the Midlands.
WATCH: Increasing access to fresh produce for all South Carolinians
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The new "Farm to Food Bank" program from the S.C. Department of Agriculture aims to make sure that everyone in South Carolina, regardless of socioeconomic status, has…
Watch: SC Party Chairmen Weigh in on Trump as Presumptive GOP Nominee
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- A race that started out with 17 candidates in search of the GOP nomination has been narrowed down to just one, Donald Trump. During his victory speech following the Indiana primary Trump said, "We're going to…
Watch: Midlands Gives Raises Nearly $1.6 Million
Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) -- Midlands Gives raised roughly $1.6 millon during Tuesday's 24-hour day of giving. "Overall, Midlands Gives went superbly," said JoAnn Turnquist, The Central Carolina Community Foundation. "We had significantly more gifts so, congratulations to everyone in the midlands…
SC Senate Approves State Budget with K-12 Education money
COLUMBIA, SC (AP)-- The South Carolina Senate has approved a $7.5 billion state budget that puts an additional $300 million into K-12 education. The budget covers the state's expenses from last fall's historic flooding and provides $40 million in grants…
Coming Up on ABC Columbia News at 6PM
Just taking a break to let you know what we are working on here at ABC Columbia! It's down to TRUMP. State political leaders react to the real estate mogul becoming the presumptive G-O-P Presidential nominee. And, Midlands Gives…
An Estimated $1.6M Raised in 3rd Annual 'Midlands Gives'
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Officials with the Central Carolina Community Foundation estimates that over $1.6 million dollars was raised in this year's online giving challenge. Now in its third year, Midlands Gives helped 383 local nonprofits in the 11 Midlands…
WATCH: Richland County gives go-ahead to take state to court
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - Richland County Council voted Tuesday night, to send the on-going dispute between council and the S.C. Department of Revenue to the county's attorney, opening the door…
