2022 NAMIWalks in Columbia encourages people to discuss mental health
Many came together over the weekend to walk at the Columbia Canal & Riverfront Park to raise awareness for mental health.
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Lexington PD: Saturday crash leads to DUI, assault charge for driver
Police in Lexington arrested a driver accused of DUI and assaulting an off-duty paramedic Saturday.
RCSD: Student charged with bringing a gun to Lower Richland HS
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a 15-year-old was arrested this morning after a gun was found on the campus of Lower Richland High School.
Dozens of Columbia kids receive bikes thanks to first Police, Parks and Pedals Community Bicycle Initiative
Thanks to Academy Sports, 40 new bicycles and helmets were given to students from Lewis Greenview Elementary School and W.G. Sanders Middle School
Newberry High School moves to e-learning after neighborhood shootings
NEWBERRY COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - The Newberry County School district will be moving Newberry High School to e-learning for all classes on Monday, May 23. This comes after multiple teens were shot in a Newberry County neighborhood. The school district…
Columbia Police investigate fatal stabbing
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Columbia Police are investigating a fatal stabbing on the 100 block of Wilkes Road near Farrow Road. According to police, two male acquaintances were arguing before both were injured during the stabbing. The second male is…
Three people dead after a shooting in Newberry County
NEWBERRY, S.C. (WOLO) - Three people are dead after a shooting in Newberry County. According to the Newberry Police Department, officers responded to Eleanor Drive in the Wise Street community after reports of a shooting at around 3 p.m. on…
One teen dead after shooting in Newberry County
NEWBERRY, S.C. (WOLO) - One teenager is dead after an overnight shooting in Newberry County. According to the Newberry Police department the shooting happened in the Wise Street area on Saturday, May 22nd. Police say the victim is 16 years…
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.
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…
