Columbia voters will head to the polls Tuesday to elect a new mayor, and it's a crowded race. ABC Columbia’s Miya Payton spoke with a political science professor at the University of South Carolina about the typical level of voter turnout for local elections.
Local Living: Columbia Walk to End Alzheimer's, Harbison Fall Festival and other events this weekend!
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office says a report of a road rage incident lead to a man being arrested on drug and firearm charges.
According to officials, a prescribed burn is scheduled for next month at Congaree National Park.
The United States Geological Survey reported a 1.8 magnitude earthquake near Jenkinsville just before 6:30 this morning. Officials reported a second earthquake in the same region just minutes later.
The puppies have been making progress this week as they gain weight.
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Columbia police say two suspects are in custody in connection with the shooting death of a seven year old boy. Wednesday evening Columbia Police Chief Skip Holbrook announced Travon Wilson and Kwatez Carter are charged with murder…
How is the Palmetto State leading the nation in keeping former inmates from going back to jail?
An eight-acre park playground is now open for business in Columbia. Mayor Steve Benjamin and city leaders cut the red ribbon at the T.S. Martin Neighborhood Park Playground on Edison Street this afternoon.
Local Living: Not-So-Spooky Halloween Stroll Thursday, Blythewood Fall Festival Rodeo this weekend and more!
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a student at St. Andrews Middle School was arrested Wednesday, after bringing a loaded gun to school. Deputies say this is the fourth student to be charged with bringing a weapon on school property this week in Richland County.
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help identifying a man accused of robbery at the Walmart on Killian Road.
The Lexington Police Department says a social media threat turned out to be a hoax, but they are still urging parents to speak with their children.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A former teacher has won a special election Tuesday night for the Richland One School board. Rober Lominack garnered more than 64%…
Richland Co. SC (WOLO) -- The Richland County Sheriff's Department has charged a 16 year old student with bringing a knife to school. Authorities say both a Columbia High School administrator and school resource…
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - The search for a missing man last seen on Lake Murray has been paused Tuesday evening after an all day search. The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says the search will…
Richland Co. SC (WOLO) -- The Richland County Sheriff's Department has charged a second student for bringing a weapon on school property Monday. Tuesday RCSD charged a 14 year old female student from Richland…
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- State Attorney General Alan Wilson is joining a lawsuit to stop the federal funding of abortion. According to the Attorney General's office, the lawsuit which was filed by Ohio's…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A group of Columbia Firefighters were honored for helping a local couple deliver their baby. ABC Columbia’s Miya Payton was at the presentation as the Dempsey family thanked the crew on…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Here's your look at Local Living. Halloween is Sunday but this Saturday the South Carolina State Museum is hosting 'Spooky Saturday'. The event includes a Dracula 4-d show, laser show, and more.…
https://twitter.com/i/status/1453117467459522562 COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Columbia fire battled a blaze Tuesday afternoon at an abandoned apartment building. According to Fire officials, 1st Shift crews were on scene of the fire at an abandoned apartment building near Washington & Barnwell streets around 5:30pm.…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- State leaders met Tuesday to discuss the future of cyber education and intelligence. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster was among those attending a cyber talent management workshop and discussion hosted by the…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Voters are heading to the polls Tuesday for the Richland School District One special election. Voters are filling the empty at-large seat on the school board. The candidates include Hamilton Jacobs,…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Tuesday DHEC reported 564 new cases of COVID-19 and 6 new deaths. State Health officials reported a percent positive of 5.7%. DHEC is urging everyone to get a COVID-19 vaccine if they are eligible. DHEC is hosting free…
SUMTER, SC (WOLO)--Sumter Deputies are searching for a man accused of failing to return a car after a test drive. Deputies say 45 year old Eugene Nedd is wanted for failing to return a…
