The COMET seeking transit service feedback from Lower Richland community
The COMET says the townhall style meeting is scheduled for Monday at 6 p.m.
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Tips to keep your pets safe from the heat
Officials recommend walking your pets earlier in the morning or at dusk to prevent burns on the bottom of your pet's paws.
Police investigating deadly shooting of a teenager in Richland County
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a shooting that left one teenager dead and another injured. According to deputies, they were called to the 300 block of Saddletrail Road just after 5 p.m. on Saturday,…
Columbia, Richland among 14 cities to test 'Urban Heat Island'
The City of Columbia has just been approved to receive a grant that will allow the Capital city along with Richland County to be part of an national and international initiative
City of Columbia, Academy Sports help students get summer rolling
Several City of Columbia officials are teaming up with Academy Sports and Outdoors this weekend to celebrate Nation Bike Month by giving students dozens of brand new bikes and helmets.
Local Living: "Kitten Palooza" at Pawmetto Lifeline ends Saturday, swim season coming up in Columbia and more!
Local Living: "Kitten Palooza" at Pawmetto Lifeline ends Saturday, swim season coming up in Columbia and more!
OCSO release name of person of interest sought in connection with drive-by shooting that killed a 6-year-old
Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell says deputies are looking for a person of interest in connection with a drive-by shooting that killed a 6-year-old last week. Authorities say they are currently working on getting a picture of the person of interest.
Keeping your pets safe from extreme heat
If you think you're hot outside, can you imagine braving these extreme temperatures in a fur coat?
Workers at Columbia Starbucks location on strike
Columbia, S.C. (S.C.)--Some employees at a Midlands Starbucks have gone on strike. In a statement provided to ABC Columbia, an employee representative says the strike is in response to recent firings at the…
Town of Batesburg-Leesville names new police chief
Town officials say Darren Amick has been named the new Chief of Police for the Town of Batesburg-Leesville. He replaces Chief Wallace Oswald, who is retiring after serving in the role for 42 years.
Local cyclists take to Main Street for Bike to Work Day
It's Bike to Work Day and some local cyclists took to the roads to enjoy the official day! Groups rode and met at the State House to take part in the event Friday morning.
Saluda County Sheriff's Office collecting fans to donate to those in need
We are feeling the heat in the Midlands, but deputies in Saluda County are looking to help those in need cool off!
CPD looking for missing woman with medical conditions
The Columbia Police Department is asking for help finding a missing 24-year-old woman who was reported missing a week ago. Police say she has health conditions, and they don't believe she has her necessary medications.
Driver identified in fatal train vs. vehicle collision in Richland County
The Richland County Coroner's Office has identified the driver killed in a train and vehicle collision on Thursday.
One man's personal struggles inspire 'Honor Bands'
For one Charlotte man, Tragedy has defined him. Not in a negative way, instead he has turned his person struggles into hundreds of thousands of inspirational messages.
Family of former suspect in Drexel disappearance 'devastated' by investigation
The family of a former suspect in the Disappearance of Brittanee Drexel say they've been 'devastated' by the investigation
Another quake reported in Elgin
Elgin, S.C. (WOLO)-- The series of earthquakes in the Midlands continues. Tonight the US Geological Survey reports a 1.2 magnitude earthquake 3.75 miles southeast of Elgin. It happened around 8pm. This is the 27th earthquake reported in the area since…
Intersection dedicated to the memory of fallen Cayce Police Officer Barr
Thursday's dedication by the Department of Transportation renamed the intersection to the "Cayce PD Corporal Roy Drew Barr Memorial Intersection."
Local Living: Doko Meadows hosting another "Movie in the Park," Saluda County Sheriff's Office collecting fans to give to those in need and more!
Local Living: Doko Meadows hosting another "Movie in the Park," Saluda County Sheriff's Office collecting fans to give to those in need and more!
Nephron Pharmaceuticals, Seven Oaks Elementary honors teacher who passed away with outdoor classroom dedication
Nephron CEO Lou Kennedy joined Seven Oaks Elementary students and leaders today to honor her mother, who passed away last summer. They dedicated the Nancy Thomas Wood Memorial Outdoor Classroom in honor of the long time teacher.
Columbia fire crews respond to house fire on Greene Street
The Columbia-Richland Fire Department says no civilians were injured, but one firefighter was assessed for heat exhaustion.
Columbia-Richland Firefighters on scene of house fire on Laurel Hill Lane
The Columbia-Richland Fire Department says firefighters are on the scene of a house fire on Laurel Hill Lane.
SCHP: Driver dead after striking tree off Grover Wilson Road
Troopers with the South Carolina Highway Patrol say one person died after their car crashed into a tree in the Blythewood area.
LaserForm & Machine, Inc. expanding in Richland County, adding over 50 new jobs
The metal fabrication and machine shop announced its expansion Thursday, adding 20,000 square feet at its current manufacturing facility.
Authorities in Irmo investigating suspicious fire from over the weekend
In Irmo, police and firefighters are investigating what they're calling a "suspicious fire" of an unoccupied residence.
