Chapin hosting annual Labor Day Festival and Parade
CHAPIN, SC (WOLO)-- The annual Chapin Labor Day Festival and Parade is set for this holiday weekend. There will be several events Saturday, including a 5-k walk, run starting…
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RCSD investigating multiple car break-ins at Northeast apartment complex
Deputies with the Richland Co. Sheriff's Dept. say they are investigating a string of car break-ins at an apartment complex on Killian Lakes Dr.
Lanes closed on I-77 near Bluff Rd. following crash
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Both right lanes are closed on I-77S near the Bluff Rd. exit according to SCDOT. Officials say they are blocked due to an accident.
Sumter Co. arrest 20 year old accused of attempted murder
Sumter County Sheriff's arrest 20 year old Kameron Wolfe after authorities say he was shooting his personal rifle while visiting a relative hitting a neighbor in the process.
UPDATE: Missing teen with medical conditions found safe
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking members of the public to help them as they search for a missing juvenile they say has medical conditions.
Lexington deputies investigate shooting near Irmo
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is hoping someone may have information about a shooting that took place near Irmo Wednesday night.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Plaza unveiled in Winnsboro
A memorial plaza dedicated to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was unveiled in Winnsboro today. Fairfield County Council members and local community attended the ceremony. Fairfield Central High School's orchestra was also there to provide music and singing for the event.
SC House advances final reading of Abortion Ban Bill to Senate
Democratic Representative Gilda Cobb-Hunter says that while lawmakers say the bill will protect unborn life, it will make many lives in the state worse.
Local Living: Festivals, Festivals and more
Local Living on ABC Columbia brought to you by MUSC Health COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In our look at Local Living, you have a chance to go fishing for a good cause. On September 11, 2022…
SC Health officials encourage use of Overdose Prevention Resources
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. According to state health officials, South Carolina is experiencing a disturbing increase in the number of drug overdose deaths, especially overdose deaths involving fentanyl. DHEC and…
Columbia Police: teen arrested, accused of bringing loaded gun to school
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- According to Columbia Police, a 17-year-old male is accused of bringing a loaded gun to C.A. Johnson High School. Columbia Police say they have charged the 17-year-old with Unlawful Carrying of a Pistol, Carrying a Weapon on…
City of Columbia offices to be closed on Labor Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you need to do business with City of Columbia Government, keep in mind that Monday is a holiday. According to the City, in observance of Labor Day, the…
Deputies: Lexington Medical Center Medical Park evacuated following bomb threat
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)--A spokesperson for the Lexington Co. Sheriff's Dept as well as a spokesperson for Lexington Medical Center confirm that a Lexington Medical Park Two was evacuated Wednesday following a bomb threat. Investigators…
Update: Endangered Newberry man found
Newberry, S.C. (WOLO)--Police in Newberry have issued an endangered person alert for a man they say has not been seen since Tuesday. Investigators say Larry Lindsay, 71, was last seen at a…
Fort Jackson welcomes new Commanding General
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Wednesday Fort Jackson welcomed its new commanding general. Brigadier General Jason E. Kelly will become the 53rd Commanding General for the Fort. Brigadier General Patrick Michaelis is retiring to becomes the…
Developer says "Attainable Housing" coming to downtown Columbia
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Attainable housing is coming to downtown Columbia. Wednesday morning developers announced Midtown at Bull Street will open in the fall of 2023. The development will feature 90, one, two, and…
In Wednesday court filing Sen. Graham again attempts to quash subpoena
Fulton Co., GA (CNN)--Senator Lindsey Graham is still fighting his subpoena from Fulton County, Georgia. In a court filing Wednesday, Graham says he shouldn't be questioned about the calls he made to Georgia election officials regarding the 2020 election. The…
Former Clarendon & Williamsburg superintendent passes away
Dr. Rose Wilder, a former superintendent for Clarendon and Williamsburg school districts has recently passed away.
The Inaugural Guardian's Bass Tournament pairs fishermen with Veterans on 9/11
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) - September 11, 2001 was the day that the world changed forever. There were heroes who were lost, and there were heroes who stepped up, and have, every day since,…
Carolina Crossroads interstate improvement project introduces 'phase 2'
Columbia residents are getting a better idea of the second phase of the Carolina Crossroads interstate improvement project will look like.
SCAC Grants invests nearly $12 million dollars in SC arts
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The South Carolina Arts Commission is announcing that has more doubled its previous grant-making record by investing $11.9 million in art programs in South Carolina this year. The SCAC…
Sober or Slammer Labor Day campaign kicks off
While you are out on the road enjoying what is left of the summer, police are asking you to save the drinking until you get to your destination.
Lexington Police search for duo accused of fraudulent purchases
The Lexington Police Department is hoping you may be able to help them track down two people accused of going on a shopping spree with someone else's money.
South Carolina House passes abortion ban with exceptions
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- By Jeffrey Collins and James Pollard The South Carolina House has approved a total ban on abortion that includes exceptions for pregnancies caused by rape or incest. The chamber initially rejected the bill that did not…
K9's and Investigator join Richland County Sheriff's Department to help in missing persons cases
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- New four legged deputies are joining the team at the Richland county sheriff's department. The Department says the German Shepard's are a new resource being utilized in missing persons cases. The…
