Watch: Shots Fired on Astor Street in Columbia
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Watch: Lexington Coroner Reuniting Loved Ones With Property of Deceased
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) --- Since taking office in 2014 Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has made it her mission to return unclaimed items to loved ones of the deceased. From cell phones and jewelry to fish tanks and cars, she…
Watch: What To Know About the Zika Virus
Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) - According to Clemson University researchers, the extensive amount of rain in the state recently, including October's flood, will bring the mosquitoes much earlier this year. Aside from the usual mosquito borne illnesses that we need…
Police: Two Arrested for Forgery
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- Two men were arrested after they allegedly manufactured counterfeit money on Craigslist. 19-year-old Armel Marsh was arrested for forgery and 18-year-old Saquon Brunson was arrested for two counts of forgery, authorities say. They were arrested on…
RCSD Investigates Overnight Shooting
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating a Monday night shooting. Officials say deputies responded to a "shots fired" call at Astor Street and Astor Circle. They say one male victim was shot. …
Keeping Safe During Spring Break
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Spring Break is a fun time, but Law Enforcement say there are some things to keep in mind, to keep you safe. Here are some tips from the Richland County Sheriff's Department: · Once permission is obtained…
Watch: New Fire Truck Comes to Hopkins
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Watch: Columbia Kicks Off Community Development Week
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Monday marks the start of community development week across the nation. City of Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin says, "Lyon Street, the Vista, Earlewood park, Elmwood park, almost every neighborhood has been touched by our CDBG Programs…
Columbia Fireflies Announce Partnership with YMCA
Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) -- In less than a month, it will be opening day for the Columbia Fireflies at Spirit Communications Park. On Monday, the organization announced a partnership with the YMCA. The Columbia Fireflies presented the YMCA with a…
Experts: Brace for an early mosquito season
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Nearly six months after October's historic floods, experts say prepare to battle the early onset of mosquito season. Crews in some counties hard-hit by the flooding and rains have been out earlier than usual treating ditches…
Man Struck and Killed by Amtrak Train Passing Through SC
GOOSE CREEK, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities are investigating the death of a man who struck by an Amtrak train passing through South Carolina on Easter morning. Berkeley County Coroner Bill Salisbury says 44-year-old Harold Stewart, Jr. of Goose Creek was…
Deputy Involved in Multi-Vehicle Crash
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- Officials with the Richland County Sheriff's Department tell ABC Columbia that a deputy was involved in a crash Monday afternoon. The crash occurred on O'Neil Court and Hunt…
Fraternity Suspended at University of South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- The University of South Carolina says the Sigma Chi fraternity has been suspended temporarily from the Columbia campus. It's the fifth chapter closed or suspended since fall 2014. The reason…
Fireflies to Announce Partnership with YMCA
On Monday the Columbia Fireflies announced their unique partnership with the YMCA of Columbia. A spokesperson with the YMCA said the sponsorship will allow kids who typically can't afford to participate in youth baseball to participate.…
Police: Two Sought for Attempted Motor Vehicle Theft
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are asking for the community’s assistance in identifying two suspects wanted for attempted motor vehicle theft.
One Person Dies in Crash Sunday Near Bluff Road Exit on I-77
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - One person was killed in a crash Sunday morning along I-77 Southbound near the Bluff Road exit in Columbia. The South Carolina Highway Patrol said 25-year-old Tremaine Germany-Byrd was driving the 2007 Toyota, when it ran off…
Police: Pedestrian Taken to Hospital After Being Hit
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Columbia Police are investigating, after a pedestrian was hit by a car around 9 p.m. Sunday at Elmwood Avenue and Marion Street. CPD said the pedestrian was taken to the hospital for treatment. The pedestrian was traveling…
WATCH: Braving a Shave to Fight Childhood Cancer
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Hundreds shaved their heads Saturday in Columbia to raise money to fight childhood cancer. The St. Baldrick's Foundation hosted the annual event at Carolina Ale House in the…
WATCH: Bunny Hop Kicks-Off YMCA of Columbia's Race Series
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The YMCA of Columbia's race series kicked-off Saturday morning, with the Bunny Hop 5K in downtown Columbia.
Happy Easter
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Churches across the Midlands and the nation are gathering today to celebrate Easter. The Christian Calendar marks Easter as the oldest and most important event, celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day after his…
SLED Investigating Deadly Officer-Involved Shooting in Myrtle Beach
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WOLO) - The State Law Enforcement Division is investigating an officer-involved shooting that left a 55-year-old man dead in Myrtle Beach early Saturday morning. Officials with Myrtle Beach Police Department say three officers have been placed on…
Boil Water Advisory Lifted for Timberland Neighborhood
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The City of West Columbia has lifted a boil water advisory for the Timberland neighborhood. After testing, the water has been deemed safe to drink. It is no longer necessary for you to boil it. Water…
Easter Bunny Hopping to Edventure
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Easter bunny will be hopping over to EdVenture Children’s Museum. The museum will host a Spring Carnival Saturday, March 26 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Officials say the carnival is free with museum membership or…
Gas Prices up for Easter Weekend
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Gas prices are up in the midlands for Easter Weekend. Drivers in Columbia are paying an average of Six cents more per gallon than last week. According to Gas Buddy prices at the pump in Columbia are…
UnSweet 16! Syracuse Shocks Gamecocks 80-72
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) -- Brianna Butler scored 10 of her 18 points in the fourth quarter, including the go-ahead 3-pointer with 3:01 left, and Syracuse upset No. 1 seed South Carolina 80-72 in the Sioux Falls Regional semifinal of…
