COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- They're going green in Five Points. The annual St. Patrick's day Festival is Saturday with thousands expected to attend the celebrations. Festival organizers are expecting a large crowd and they've released parking information to help festival goers…
[gtxvideo vid='7XVPaGDU' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/7XVPaGDU.jpg' vtitle='st pats'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Let's hope the luck of the Irish will help hold off the rain expected this weekend for one of the largest parties in the South. The annual St. Pat's in Five…
Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) -- United States Representatives Jim Clyburn and John Lewis kicked off the Faith and Politic's Institute's 2016 Congressional Civil Rights Pilgrimage to South Carolina on Friday morning. "It's what the struggles been all about, the behavior…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- A subcontractor with the Richland County Coroner's Office was charged with grand larceny after stealing from the deceased. Authorities say 42-year-old Mitchell Melton manipulated the lock on the body bag to steal $11,000 Rolex watch off the wrist…
RICHLAND, S.C. (WOLO) -- A man is wanted by Richland County Sheriff's deputies after allegedly firing multiple shots striking the victim’s residence and vehicle. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott said 19-year-old Donnie Dimele. Jr. is wanted for…
Columbia,S.C., (WOLO) -- If you're searching for a furry four legged friend, meet Squiggy". The three month old terrier mix is looking for a forever home. Could it be yours? Officials with Pawmetto Lifeline say she is in great health,…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Get ready for a feast for your tastebuds. The Lake Murray Country Visitors Center is set to host the annual "Taste of Lake Murray" event March 24, 2016. The event, which features food samples from area restaurants, is…
Columbia,S.C. (WOLO) The smiling eyes of the Irish are not the only thing that will be in Five Points this weekend. Ten of Thousands of revelers plan to celebrate Saint Patrick's Day as well. It will be a sea of…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A Civil Rights Pilgrimage in South Carolina kicks off Friday and runs through Sunday. Among the participants, U.S. Senator Tim Scott along with U.S. Representative Jim Clyburn, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham and U.S. Representative John Lewis. Scott…
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The City of West Columbia experienced a water line break affecting water customers in the following areas: 1600 Block of Fairlane Road 1800-1900 Block of Pinelake Drive All addresses on Watson Road Easton Estates Subdivision…
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Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) -- On Thursday, the South Carolina senate continued debate on a bill that would affect refugees placed in South Carolina through the federal government's resettlement program. The bill mandates all refugees placed in the Palmetto State…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Two USC Basketball players were served arrest warrants Thursday morning for charges stemming from incidents involving BB gun damage to vehicles. Eric Cobb, 19 years old, has been charged with malicious injury to private property and…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Sad news to pass along. Free Times owner and publisher Charles Nutt of Elgin passed away in an Augusta, Georgia hotel room Wednesday. Richmond County Coroner Mark Bowen confirms Nutt took his own life. Eva Moore,…
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ A man who tried to have the murder charge against him thrown out under South Carolina's so-called ``stand your ground'' law has been acquitted during a trial. The Post and Courier of Charleston reports that a…
FOREST ACRES, S.C. (WOLO) -- Forest Acres police are looking for a suspect who allegedly robbed and assaulted a victim early Wednesday morning. 29-year-old Michael Qualls is accused of robbing and assaulting the victim in the 4400…
It's not the GOP Presidential candidate she was endorsing but with the list of those vying for the Republican seat dwindling Governor Haley looking at other options.
[gtxvideo vid='htD0A7Gf' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/htD0A7Gf.jpg' vtitle='sanford'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — U.S. Representative Mark Sanford (R-SC 1st District) will be among a handful of republicans traveling to Cuba with President Barack Obama. The former South Carolina governor has worked in the past to…
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Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) -- The South Carolina senate is debating a bill that would create a stricter vetting process for refugees who come to South Carolina through the federal government's resettlement program. Senator Kevin Bryant says the bill will…
Information for this article was provided by the Richland County Sheriff's Department. RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (PRESS RELEASE) -- Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott with deep sadness announced the death of one their our own, K-9…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- Gov. Nikki Haley says a county councilman recently sentenced for failing to report nearly half a million dollars in income is out of a job. In an executive order obtained…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- A South Carolina prosecutor recently charged with his third-alcohol related offense is not seeking re-election. Lexington County prosecutor Donnie Myers said in a news release Wednesday he will not run again…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — People who want to run for office in South Carolina can begin to file their paperwork. The State Election Commission and county commissions will begin accepting paperwork to run in the June primaries and November general…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- A Columbia Police Officer is recovering this morning after authorities say he was struck by a car. Columbia spokesperson, Jennifer Timmons tells ABC Columbia News the Officer was responding to a suspicious car traveling on Devine…
