Arrests made in reported "Road Rage" incident
Kershaw Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Three men are in custody in connection with a deadly shooting early Sunday morning in Kershaw County. According to deputies at around midnight officers responded…
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Columbia Police and Columbia Fire responding to flooding in parts of City
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Monday afternoon, shortly before 6pm, Columbia Police and Columbia Fire blocked off the intersection at Main & Whaley streets due to flooding. According to Columbia Fire officials,…
Lexington Police conducting Public Safety Checkpoints in Town of Lexington
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)-- Lexington Police say they will be conducting public safety checkpoints this week. According to a release, Lexington Police officers will be conducting the checkpoints this week, Monday, July 18, 2022, through…
Water seeping into faults may cause S.C. quakes
(AP) Some scientists say water seeping deep underground may be causing earthquakes in South Carolina. More than 60 earthquakes have been recorded since December around Lugoff and Elgin, northeast of Columbia.
Richland County Coroner identifies victim in weekend shooting
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Richland County Coroner has identified the victim in a weekend fatal shooting. According to coroner Naida Rutherford, 28 year old Deddrick D. Pogue was the victim of a shooting. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department says they…
City of Columbia offering COVID vaccine and testing at area parks this month
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…
Columbia police search for missing woman
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Columbia police are searching for a missing woman. Investigators say Shauna Brown, 39, has not been in touch with her family since July 10th which her mother says is out of character.…
Man dies in ATV accident at Midlands adventure park
Fairfield Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- The Fairfield Co. Coroner's Office says a man was killed over the weekend after the ATV he was driving flipped over and landed on him. Investigators say on Saturday Jorge Bienavides,35, of Charlotte, NC died following…
169th Fighter Wing to conduct night exercises at CAE
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Folks who live near Columbia Metropolitan Airport can expect some noisy evenings over the next week. A spokesperson for the SC Air National Guard says the 169th Fighter Wing will conduct nighttime training exercises at the airport…
Sumter police searching for missing teen
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)--Sumter police are searching for a missing teen. Investigators say Jasmine Leonard, 16, was last seen leaving a fast food restaurant on Hampton Ave. before getting into an SUV or pickup truck.…
Highway Patrol "Operation Southern Slow Down" set to kick off
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you are hitting the highway this week, you will not be alone. The South Carolina Department of Public Safety says they are launching “Operation Southern Slow Down.” Formerly known as “Operation Southern Shield,” the weeklong speed…
Deadly shooting on Two Notch Road
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a shooting that left one man dead. On July 16th, deputies were called to the scene of a shooting at InTown Suites on Two Notch Road at around…
One man dead, one woman injured during possible road rage incident in Kershaw County
ABC Columbia News (FILE) KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - According to the Kershaw County Sheriff's Office, one man is dead and another woman was injured after a possible road rage incident. Investigators say at around midnight on Sunday officers responded…
CPD: Intersection of Bull & Taylor Streets temporarily closed Sunday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you are headed downtown Columbia Sunday, there is a traffic alert concerning a lane closure. According to the Columbia Police Department, the intersection of Bull &…
New three digit suicide, crisis prevention hotline now available 24-7
Starting today , a new three digit suicide and crisis lifeline will be available for callers nationwide.
Historic Columbia's First Sundays: Free admission to Richland and Lexington residents to Museum of Reconstruction Era
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Richland and Lexington County residents can visit the Museum of the Reconstruction Era at the Woodrow Wilson Home. As part of Historic Columbia's Free Sundays, admission is FREE for Richland…
Nurses hiring job fair to be held at Dorn VA
The Columbia VA Health care system plans to host a hiring fair for registered nurses July 23 from 8 am to 3 pm.
Ten-year-old becomes honorary law enforcement officer
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Ten-year-old DJ Daniel dreams of being a police officer, and with help from law enforcement officers all over the state and the nation, DJ's dream is…
ON THE ROAD: Rock Hill woman reviving Catawba culture for future generations
"So where do you begin to tell the story of the people who were first here?”
ONE ON ONE: USC economist explains recent inflation, predicts future trends
The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates in an effort to combat high inflation. Von Nessen believes that we will also see less new spending from the federal government.
Health officials say cases of monkeypox have increased significantly
Friday, national health officials released information saying monkeypox cases have increased significantly. These new details coming out as vaccine doses have been in short supply in some places.
Columbia Police search for armed robbery suspect
the Columbia Police Department is hoping you may recognize something about the man that may help in their search for the armed robbery suspect.
Suspect accused in Sumter shooting taken into custody
The Sumter Police says a man accused of a shooting at a convenience store Thursday that left 3 men injured is behind bars.
20/20 Exclusive: Murdaugh family murders
Tonight, right here on ABC Columbia news at 9PM we bring you an exclusive inside look at the Murdaugh family.
Local Living: Laser Lights and Miracle League Columbia
Local Living on ABC Columbia is brought to you by MUSC Health COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In our look at Local Living, registration for the City of Columbia's Miracle League Fall Baseball season is now…
