Local Living: Park in Columbia honors veterans' service
To celebrate Veterans Day, you can visit a special park here in Columbia that honors our heroes. ABC Columbia's Tyler Ryan has more.
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UofSC expanding free legal services for veterans with support of a grant from Boeing
Thursday, the University of South Carolina announced it is expanding its free services for veterans with support from a $225,000 grant from Boeing.
Columbia Fire Department puts out house fire on Cedar Lake Road
The Columbia-Richland Fire Department says crews responded to a house fire on Cedar Lake Road this afternoon. Fire officials say all occupants made it out of the home, and no one was injured.
Thank you for your service!
ABC Columbia would like to wish a Happy Veterans day for all those who have served and are actively serving in the armed forces both at home and abroad!
RCSD: Chapin HS student charged with criminal sexual conduct with a minor
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says an 18-year-old student at Chapin High School is charged with criminal sexual conduct with a minor second degree.
Camden PD investigating after finding man shot dead in restaurant parking lot
Police in Camden say one man has been arrested after a man was found shot in a restaurant parking lot early Thursday morning.
KCSO: Kershaw County Coroner identifies homicide victim killed in Camden
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide in Camden.
UofSC hosting free Veterans Day Tribute concert at the Koger Center
The University of South Carolina Wind Ensemble and Concert Choir will perform a tribute to our veterans in a special show at 7:30 p.m. at the Koger Center for the Arts.
Theater Thursday recognizes Lexington Two Teacher Beth Brooks
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- ABC Columbia News’ Theater Thursday is recognizing local dance and drama teachers that are making an impact on their students and in the community! Our Curtis Wilson spoke with…
SCSO: Search warrant leads to multiple drug and firearm charges
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says investigators seized cocaine, crack, marijuana and a firearm while executing a search warrant at a residence on Furman Field Road.
City of Columbia holding Veterans Day Parade
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The City of Columbia is marking Veterans Day with the annual Veterans Day Parade. The 43rd annual event kicks off at 11 a-m at the intersection of Sumter and Laurel streets. The parade route ends at Pendleton…
TOO EARLY TO DITCH THE MASKS? DHEC official urges people to follow health guidelines
"We are well versed in hurricane season here. I don’t know if we are in the eye of the storm or if the storm has fully passed," Dr. Knoche said.
State Representative Todd Rutherford files bill to lower S.C. drinking age
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- State Representative Todd Rutherford pre-filed a bill tonight to lower the minimum legal drinking age in South Carolina to 18. Rutherford released a statement saying, this is a personal freedom…
Gov. McMaster wants investigation of 'obscene, pornographic' materials in Ft. Mill public schools
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Governor Henry McMaster has reached out to South Carolina Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman requesting that she immediately launch an thorough investigation into reports of…
Prisma Health on COVID-19 Vaccination deadlines for Christmas
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Health experts are urging anyone who is not vaccinated to get that shot now, so you can be fully vaccinated by Christmas. Prisma Health says both Pfizer and Moderna require three weeks…
Local Living: Christmas Craft show plus, Veterans Day parade
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Here is a look at Local Living. The Craftsmen's Christmas Classic takes place this Friday - Sunday at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds. The annual event features Southern artisans with work…
AAA: More SC travelers will hit the roads this Thanksgiving holiday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Nearly 753,000 people in South Carolina are expected to travel for the Thanksgiving holiday, According to AAA. That is a 13% increase from 2020 and only two percent below pre-pandemic levels.…
Consumer News: Consumer index, plus Pay Apps
(CNN)-- It doesn't just seem like you're paying more for everything these days you are. Prices have climbed six-point-two percent over the past twelve months. That's the biggest increase in 31 years. Experts say don't…
Company expanding in Richland County, creating new jobs
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--More jobs are coming to Richland County. According to the Governor's office, AVANTech, LLC a wastewater and radioactive waste treatment company, is expanding operations in Richland County. The office says the $3.6 million investment will create 17 new jobs.…
City of Columbia and Prisma Health to give free COVID-19 vaccine at Vista Lights
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-- You can get your COVID-19 vaccine at Vista Lights. The City of Columbia has partnered with Prisma Health to give free Pfizer vaccination shots at the 36th annual Vista Lights event. The city is increasing vaccination efforts across…
DHEC: 352 new cases of COVID-19 and 27 new deaths
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Cases of COVID-19 continue to drop in South Carolina. Wednesday, DHEC reported 352 new cases of the Coronavirus and 27 new deaths. State Health officials say nearly 56% of eligible South Carolinians…
Irmo Police searching for Missing 15 year old
IRMO, SC (WOLO)-- Irmo Police are searching for a 15 year old, missing since November 8. According to Irmo Police, Brandon Pacheco-Nunez was last seen around 7:30am Monday, when he left his home…
SC Interstate project set to ease malfunction junction: Carolina Crossroads
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In two weeks big changes begin for South Carolina drivers. State leaders officially kicked off a 1.7 billion-dollar project aimed at reducing traffic in areas like malfunction junction at Interstate 26.…
P.O.W. Freedom Reunion heads to Palmetto state in June
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The 49th annual P.O.W. Freedom Reunion is coming to South Carolina next June. Organizers say 408 of the 662 American Prisoners of War who survived the Vietnam war are alive…
FINAL MONTHS IN CHARGE: Columbia mayor reflects on time in office as runoff election nears
Mayor Benjamin is proud of the work he accomplished together with city council and the people of Columbia, such as the revitalization of Main Street.
