Celebrate black business day in West Columbia
West Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- This lack history month West Columbia is announcing February 12th as black business day celebration in the City. The city tells us black business owners…
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Annual Black History Parade and Festival set to take place in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The 17th Annual Black History Parade and Festival in Columbia is set for February 26, 2022. The parade will begin Saturday, February 26, at the corner of Hampton and Harden Street, and the festival will be at…
Lexington PD looking for suspected shoplifter
Lexington, SC (WOLO) -- Lexington Police need your help identifying this man on your screen -- take a look. Officers tell us he's accused of stealing two separate pressure washers valued at nearly…
Lawmaker files legislation to compensate those wrongfully convicted
Horry Co., SC (ABC/WPDE) --- Helping those who’ve been wronged by the justice system. That’s the goal one lawmaker says is behind a newly filed legislation at the State House. The motivation for…
City of Columbia and American Red Cross hold much-needed blood drive at convention center
“There’s a blood crisis right now, the lowest supply in 10 years," said Sally Fox, American Red Cross account manager.
Local Living: Valentine's pet adoption special, Lake Murray Polar Plunge celebrates 10 years
Local Living: Valentine's pet adoption special, Lake Murray Polar Plunge celebrates 10 years
Shaw Air Force Base taking part in flyover at the Super Bowl
Shaw Air Force Base in Sumter will take part in the flyover at the Super Bowl this Sunday!
Richland County deputies investigating early morning shooting death in Hopkins
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says it is investigating an early morning shooting that killed a man in Hopkins.
Consumer News: Fed. Reserve expected to respond to raising interest rates, OCSD hosting career fair in March and more
Consumer News: Fed. Reserve expected to respond to raising interest rates, OCSD hosting career fair in March and more.
Firefighters in Cayce unveil new fire truck
A Midlands fire department has a new ride.
Lexington County officials want the public's feedback at it updates Floodplain Management Plan
Have you had flooding issues in your area? Lexington County officials want to hear from you.
Former VP Mike Pence to speak at CIU's spring commencement
The former vice president will serve as the commencement speaker at Columbia International University in April.
Students at Busbee Creative Arts Academy celebrate Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, students at the Busbee Creative Arts Academy came together in a big celebration this morning. ABC Columbia's own Curtis Wilson was the guest speaker for the program.
Irmo FD hosting a blood drive at its headquarters Saturday
The Irmo Fire District is teaming with the Blood Connection for another blood drive tomorrow.
Irmo PD investigating after bomb threat leads to restaurant evacuation
Irmo Police are investigating a bomb threat at a restaurant on Thursday.
Right of Conscience bill advances in State House
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- A controversial bill advanced in the State House Thursday. According to the Campaign for Southern Equality, the Senate Medical Affairs Committee advanced Senate bill 811 known as the Right of…
Boston helps No. 1 South Carolina hold off Kentucky 59-50
Aliyah Boston had 14 points and 15 rebounds, including a key free throw and board late that helped top-ranked South Carolina get past Kentucky 59-50 on Thursday night for its 10th consecutive victory.
Riverbanks Elementary Teacher's Aide arrested
West Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- A teacher's aide is in hot water after officials with the West Columbia Police Department say she was caught with marijuana in her possession while…
Authorities in Saluda County investigating the fatal shooting of a 23-year-old
Law enforcement agencies in Saluda County say they are investigating the June 2021 fatal shooting of a 23-year-old man who was an innocent bystander.
SC LEGISLATIVE SESSION: Medical marijuana bill moves to House for discussion after passing Senate
Rep. Todd Rutherford is optimistic that the tightly written bill will pass to the governor’s desk.
Series celebrating Black music to debut at Columbia Museum of Art
The Columbia Museum of Art is launching the "More than Rhythm: A Black Music Series" event this March.
Local Living: Pet adoption special going on this week, litter pick-up in Richland County this weekend and more!
Local Living: Pet adoption special going on this week, litter pick-up in Richland County this weekend and more!
Black History Jam coming to Sumter
You're invited to take a trip to Sumter for the 'Black History Jam' concert next Saturday.
U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs visits group at Benedict College
U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough met with veterans, active-duty military and those receiving VA benefits at Benedict College.
Midlands gas prices up
Prices at the pump are on the rise in the Midlands, with another jump today.
