ABC Columbia takes you 'On the Road' to Aiken
A look at Aiken in our "On the Road Series with Alex Tejada" only on ABC Columbia News
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SC DNR offering courtesy boat inspections during July 4th weekend
The S.C. Dept. of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division will be offering boat inspections at public boat landings state-wide during July 4th weekend
Lexington County Coroner reveals man's cause of death after police standoff
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) -- According to Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher, the autopsy results of 29-year-old Shavon M. Wright are now available. Mr. Wright was involved in a standoff with the Lexington County Sheriff's Department on June 21st. According to…
Richland School District Two set to host recruitment fair
Richland School District Two is recruiting teachers at a recruitment fair for all positions
Right Southbound lane of SC 6 between Irmo and Lexington closed for SC DOT repairs
Saturday morning at 9am the right, southbound lane of S.C. 6 between Irmo and Lexington will be closed while SCDOT crews begin repair work
Richland Library set to host award-winning illustrator
Richland Library is hosting an award-winning illustrator on June 27 at 6 p.m
Fun Fridays with ABC Columbia News
It was a Fun Friday here in the ABC Columbia News studio
ABC's of Education: New budget allows USC to freeze tuition
In tonight's ABC's of Education we take a closer look at a new budget for the University of South Carolina. The university is investing in their students and their access to a higher education by freezing tuition.
Military Matters: Army investigates free Smartwatch program
In tonight's Military Matters, if you got a smartwatch in the mail what would you do? Put it on and activate it? Most likely.
ON THE ROAD: Low Country
From a charming downtowns and wildlife center to a watermelon festival with live entertainment, the Low County has a lot to offer.
Duo pleads guilty in drug conspiracy accused of guns, drug charges
Two people from Lexington County have pleaded guilty in connection with selling guns and drugs to confidential informants and undercover agents in the Summer of 2021.
SCDOT is working to repair portion of damaged Lake Murray walkway
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is working along with Dominion Energy to repair a walkway over the Lake Murray dam that has been damaged.
SLED investigates officer involved shooting in Lexington Co.
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is investigating an officer involved shooting. The incident took place Wednesday June 21 in Lexington County. According to SLED agents, they went to a…
Saturday marks 1 year since overturning of Roe V. Wade
Saturday June 24, 2023 marks one year since the United States Supreme Court's dobbs decision which overturned roe versus wade and federally protected access to abortion.
Officer creates registry to help find loved ones with Alzheimer's who wander
"It's like a pre-plan if someone goes missing. We have all the information ahead of time. Because there's been times we've responded to missing persons and it turns out we've driven by them because we didn't have a good picture or description of them," Lt. Haig says.
Local Living: A look at some upcoming events in the Midlands
A look at some local 4th events in Local Living
Lanes reopen after I-20 crash
It happened near exit 65 on I-20 east.
City of Columbia Parking Services announces amnesty program
The City of Columbia Parking Services has announced an amnesty program.
Deputies: man shot in reported road rage incident
Investigators say the man claimed to have been involved in a road rage incident near the intersection of Two Notch Rd. and South Lake Dr. prior to the shooting.
SCDOT crews working flooded roadway in Batesburg Leesville
According to the SC DOT, after a road closure due to flooding overnight, crews continue to work on Highway 1 in Leesville, to clean and reopen the roadway
Richland School District Two holding recruitment fair
Richland School District Two is recruiting teachers. The District announced it will hold a recruitment fair for all positions
Scam Alert: Newberry County Sheriff's Office urges residents to mail checks from Post Office
According to the Newberry County Sheriff's Office and the Post Office, they remind you to avoid the mailbox and bring the envelope directly into the Post Office to avoid being a victim
First Baptist set to host 36th annual Carolina Celebration of Liberty, plus other 4th events
The 36th annual Carolina Celebration of Liberty is being held on Sunday June 25th at First Baptist Columbia at 1306 Hampton Street. Plus, a look at other 4th events.
Man wanted for questioning for an armed robbery in Lexington Co.
Lexington County Sheriff's Department says they are searching for a man to question him about an armed robbery.
Find 4th of July events happening here in the Midlands
The Fourth of July is right around the corner and if you are looking for some place to celebrate our nation's independence, ABC Columbia News has you covered.
