House committee advances bill prohibiting abortion in Palmetto State
While Rep. John McCravy supports the proposed bill, some of his colleagues expressed their opposition.
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Main St. business deemed public nuisance, shut down by police
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Columbia Police Department is shutting down a downtown business after it was deemed a public nuisance. According to a department spokesperson, Main's Best, a convenience store on Main St. was…
DHEC reports 12,726 new cases and 8 new COVID 19 deaths
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- State Health officials have released the latest Coronavirus cases numbers for South Carolina. According to DHEC, the weekly COVID-19 numbers are for August 7-August 13.…
Update: Lexington Police investigate shooting that left one dead, one injured in neighborhood
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)--Lexington Police and the Coroner's office say they are investigating a shooting in the Mallard Lakes Neighborhood. Officers say they were called to the home for an unwanted guest…
Pet Supplies Plus set to open new distribution center in Orangeburg County
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A pet retail company is set to open a new distribution center in Orangeburg County. According to the Governor's office, Pet Supplies Plus plans to establish a new distribution center in Orangeburg County. The company’s $53 million…
Troopers remind drivers of School Bus Safety in SC as students head back to class
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - More students in the Midlands are headed back to class this week which means drivers will be sharing the roads with school busses. The South Carolina Highway Patrol will…
Four arrested after stolen vehicle chase through SC Highway 121
Newberry County deputies say four suspects have been arrested after a chase in a stolen vehicle on SC Highway 121.
One dead, another injured in Lexington shooting
Lexington Police and the Lexington Co. Coroner's Office are investigating a death on Widgeon Drive in the Mallard Lakes neighborhood.
Husband of SC woman impaled by Beach Umbrella speaks out
ABC NEWS-A Myrtle Beach woman was fatally struck last week when wind sent an umbrella flying on the beach in Garden City. Now her husband is speaking out. ABC's Victor Oquendo has more.
DHEC offers updated school guidelines for Covid-19
As students and teachers return to school, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is offering new guidelines to keep everyone as safe as possible from covid-19 while minimizing disruptions caused by its spread.
USC MOVE-IN DAY: Incoming freshman class makes their new home in the dorms
Freshmen are required to live on campus. Wise says 46 states are represented in the incoming University of South Carolina class.
Local Living: BBQ Cook off at SC State University and More!
Local Living on ABC Columbia brought to you by MUSC Health COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--In our look at Local Living, You can enjoy some BBQ this weekend at the "Top Dawg Barbecue Cook-off" at South Carolina State University. There will be…
Traffic safety tips as school begins this week
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - More students in the Midlands will be headed back to class this week which means drivers will be back sharing the roads with school busses. South Carolina Highway Patrol will be out in full force looking…
Gas prices in SC down nearly 55 cents from a month ago, GasBuddy
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Gas prices in Columbia have fallen 5.0 cents per gallon in the last week, according to GasBuddy. Drivers are now paying an average of $3.31 a gallon. Prices in Columbia are nearly 55 cents per gallon lower than…
Truck fire shuts down portion of I-77
Cayce, S.C. (WOLO)-- A tractor trailer full of tires burst into flames this afternoon on I-77. According to the Cayce Fire Dept. the interstate is shut down at mile marker 2 as…
Deputies make arrest in connection with Saluda County Stabbing
SALUDA CO. SC (WOLO)--A suspect is behind bars Monday, accused of stabbing a man multiple times in Saluda County. Saluda County Deputies say they found a man with multiple stab wounds on John…
Survey: SC among the worst states to live in the country
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- A new survey says South Carolina is one of the worst places to live in the country. According to Wallethub, the Palmetto State is the sixth worst state in which to live.…
DSS offering tuition assistance for students seeking social work degree
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Students considering a career in social work could be eligible for tuition assistance. The Department of Social Services has partnered with Uof SC, South Carolina State University, and Winthrop University for…
Caution before posting those back to school pics!
Newberry Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Law Enforcement agencies in the Midlands are urging caution before you post your child's back to school pictures on social media. The Newberry County Sheriff's Office has a few tips to make sure your child's pictures…
Judge: Sen. Graham must testify in Georgia election probe
ATLANTA (AP) — A federal judge on Monday said U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham must testify before a special grand jury in Atlanta that is investigating whether former President Donald Trump and his allies broke any laws while trying to overturn his narrow…
The Blythewood Minors bring the bling back to the Palmetto State
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) - What does 172 runs, 175 hits, 130 RBI's, and an outscoring of opponents 172-29 have in common? They are the stats of the 2022…
USGS: Another earthquake hits near Elgin early this morning
The United States Geological Survey reported the 1.5 magnitude quake hit near Elgin after 5:30 this morning.
Move-in day continues for students at UofSC today!
Move-in day for students at the University of South Carolina continues today to begin the fall 2022 semester!
Saluda County Sheriff's Office: Suspect arrested after stabbing man multiple times
(SOURCE: SCSO) SALUDA COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - A suspect is now behind bars after stabbing a man multiple times. According to the Saluda County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to John J. Rushton Road after a stabbing on Sunday, August 14th.…
Mosquito Spraying to continue in City of Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The City of Columbia will continue to spray for mosquitoes for the remainder of the Summer. According to City officials, in an effort to control the mosquito population and reduce…
