Lexington men arrested on child sexual abuse material charges
Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of two Lexington men on six charges of sexual exploitation of minors.
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Waverly Women's Health to open on Gervais Street
Waverly Women's Health will open to patients starting January 16 at 2117 Gervais Street in Columbia, says Eau Claire Cooperative Health Center.
Columbia announces office closures on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
The City of Columbia announced building and office closures in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 16.
DHEC urges residents to follow mask recommendations amid new Covid cases
The SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is urging residents to follow masking recommendations and track their counties levels of Covid-19 using a map provided by the CDC.
One man injured in Richland County apartment shooting
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - An investigation is underway after one person was shot an apartment complex in Richland County. According to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department, on Saturday at 11 p.m.…
Salvation Army of the Midlands discuss holiday results
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Salvation Army of the Midlands says holiday donations went fairly well during the season. Area Commander Major Mark Craddock says they surpassed their red kettle goal of $200,000 with…
Wet Willie's Columbia location says goodbye for now
(Source: Wet Willies Facebook) COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Wet Willie's downtown location is saying goodbye to Columbia, well at least for now. The popular downtown restaurant is located on Gervais Street and is known for its daiquiris and food. In…
5 people displaced after house fire in Lexington County
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - Five people are displaced after a house fire, according to the County of Lexington. On Saturday, January 7th, Lexington County Fire Service responded to a house fire just before 8 a.m. to the 100 block…
Multiple people displaced after fire at Columbia apartment complex
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Multiple people are displaced after a fire at an apartment complex on Howell Court in Columbia. According to Columbia-Richland Fire Department, crews were called to scene shortly after 4 p.m. on Saturday, January 7th. Crews were able…
Stand Up for Life March and Rally held at state house
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Hundreds gathered on the fronts steps of the state house to show support to end abortion in South Carolina. On Saturday, January 7, Stand Up for Life March and Rally goers marched from Sumter St. to…
City of Columbia holds t-shirt design contest
Columbia,. SC (WOLO) --- The City of Columbia is holding a t-shirt design contest! Two designs will be chosen from the entries. One that will be used on a short sleeved shirt for…
Health experts say cases of the flu on the decline
The number of new influenza infections has tapered off, but health experts ask you to remain cautious
Two years after Capitol attack, "Our Freedoms, Our Vote" rally held at State House
The "Our Freedoms Our Vote" rally is a nationwide push to bring accountability to those who participated in the attack on January 6th, and to encourage elected leaders to further protect a citizen's right to vote.
Gov. Henry McMaster announces '23-'24 executive budget
The budgets highlights include $500 million for a rainy day fund, $550 million for the SC Dept. of Transportation, and $380 million for rural water and sewer projects.
Dept. of Disabilities and Special Needs employee charged with abuse of a vulnerable adult
According to an incident report provided by SLED, on or around December 9th Carrol Hall, 58, placed a resident of the center in a choke hold three times and took her to the floor twice.
State Supreme Court rules 'Fetal Heartbeat' law unconstitutional
A major decision from the State Supreme Court on the future of abortion rights in South Carolina.
Employment report shows wage growth in S.C.
South Carolina saw a 7.7% percent wage growth last year with a median annual salary of $49,100.
3 men accused of using drone to smuggle drugs into prison
Three men are in custody accused of using a drone to fly contraband into a South Carolina prison.
Local Living: Columbia Museum, Wolfgang & Wine
Here's a look at your Local Living brought to you by MUSC Health.
Sumter Co. deputies warns of ongoing scam
Sumter County deputies are warning people about a scam in the area.
ABC Columbia, Red Cross thank you for giving gift of life
ABC Columbia and the Red Cross would like to thank everyone who took part in our annual New Year's Blood Drive
Bus fire at Convent Baptist Church in Leesville considered arson
The incident report submitted by the Lexington County Sheriff's Department states that around 3:30 Thursday morning, a neighbor's dog woke its owner up, prompting the neighbor to see the nearby fire and call 911.
Columbia sets special election date to fill vacated council seat
The seat was left vacant following the passing of Councilman Joe Taylor.
Deputies: Infant found alone in apartment with deceased couple following murder-suicide
Deputies say an infant child located near the victims was not harmed and was immediately taken outside to EMS personnel staged in the parking lot.
Planned Parenthood South Atlantic responds to SC Supreme Court ruling on 6 week abortion ban
Planned Parenthood South Atlantic released a Statement from Jenny Black, President & CEO on SC Supreme Court fetal heartbeat ruling
