COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)-- Governor Henry McMaster today announced an additional $25 million investment into ‘Workforce Scholarships for the Future’. It is a program which covers tuition and fees for students at the state’s 16 technical colleges. According to the Governor,…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Governor'office announced Tuesday that an automotive parts manufacturer will invest 1.5 Million dollars in Orangeburg County for new operations. Kuntai (North Charleston) Limited Corporation (Kuntai), operations are expected…
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)-- The Richland County Sheriff's Department has charged two people with arson. According to officials, Jennifer Clifton (DOB: 8/11/84) and Leroy Chambers (12/8/63) are each charged with 1st degree arson in connection with a fire. Both have…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--There is some good news for your wallet. Gas prices in the Midlands have fallen another 18 cents in the past week. Gas Buddy says drivers in Columbia are paying an average…
Officials are investigating after reports of shots being fired at a vehicle of a forest acres police officer.
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's released a composite sketch of a suspect deputies say is involved in a shooting.
The white house is assessing whether or not to declare monkey pox a "public health emergency" after the World Health Organization did just that this weekend.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The newest omicron variant BA5 is causing a surge in cases. Prisma Health is warning people in the Midlands to take the necessary precautions to protect their health. Doctor Helmut Albrecht…
Fentanyl is prescribed in anesthesia or pain management but in much lower doses than the fentanyl-laced pills on the streets.
Local Living on ABC Columbia brought to you by MUSC Health COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In our look at Local Living, grab the resumes. Richland School District Two is hosting a Recruitment Fair Tuesday, July…
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)-- The Richland County Fire Marshal's Office says it has determined that an early morning fire, Sunday, on Sands Street that took the life of one person, was intentionally set. According to investigators, they determined the fire…
Consensus five-star prospect Gregory “GG” Jackson has signed a national letter of intent to join South Carolina’s 2022 recruiting class.
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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Police are investigating what caused a COMET Bus to go off the road and into an embankment. Columbia Fire officials say it happened on Colonial Drive and Surrey Street around…
FOREST ACRES, SC (WOLO)--A Forest Acres Police Officer was not injured, after police say shots were fired at the patrol car Monday morning. According to Richland County Sheriff's Deputies, around 1:30 am,…
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)-- The Richland County Coroner is releasing the name of the victim of an early morning fire in Columbia. Coroner Naida Rutherford identified the victim as Willie L. Kelly, 67, of…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Get ready to save a little on back to school shopping. The Sales Tax Weekend is set to kick off on August 5, 2022. According to the South Carolina Department of Revenue, items like school supplies, clothing…
KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - According to the United States Geological Survey, an earthquake struck near Elgin. The earthquake happened at 8:42 p.m. on Sunday, July 24th. USGS report shows the earthquake was a…
(Source: RCSD) RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - UPDATE- FOUND Richland County Sheriff's Department is searching for a missing child. Richland County deputies are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 10-year-old girl. According to police, Heni Yolanda Cinto…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Columbia Police are investigating a shooting that happened near the 700 block of Harden Street. Investigators say the shooting happened around 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 24th. A…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The Columbia Police Department is investigating a shooting near the EZ Spot convenience store. Investigators say the incident happened around 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 23rd near the EZ Spot convenience store at 3213 Farrow Road.…
SALUDA COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - According to the Saluda County Sheriff's Office a small plane crash is reported near Batesburg highway and Beulah Road. Investigators say the plane attempted an emergency landing after having engine failure. The pilot and passenger…
(Source: Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office) ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is looking for a suspect involved in a road rage incident. According to police the incident happened on June 22nd on Bamberg Road near Cope…
The Gamecock men's basketball team just landed the highest-rated recruit in program history, and didn't have to go far to get him.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Looking to get a COVID-19 vaccine or a coronavirus test? The City of Columbia and DHEC are partnering to get you access. According to city officials, The City of Columbia is partnering with SC DHEC to offer…
