Local Living: Boo at the Zoo this week, Famously Hot Pride returns to Main Street and more!
Local Living: Boo at the Zoo this week, Famously Hot Pride returns to Main Street and more!
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Consumer News: Survey ranks the best colleges in the state, new unique dining experience coming to Columbia and more!
Consumer News: Survey ranks the best colleges in the state, new unique dining experience coming to Columbia and more!
Richland County offering $100 gift cards to first 250 people that get vaccinated at event next weekend
If you still haven't gotten the COVID-19 vaccine, will $100 change your mind?
CPD: Portion of Spears Creek Church Road temporarily closed due to fatal collision
The Columbia Police Department says the 300 block of Spears Creek Church road is closed near Earth Road, due to a collision that killed one person.
DHEC: One person exposed to rabid bat in Richland County
DHEC says a bat found in downtown Columbia tested positive for rabies. Officials say one person was exposed to the bat, and they have been referred to their healthcare provider.
A new spin on a classic favorite food at the SC State Fair
The South Carolina State Fair is back! You may already know all about the food trucks, but you might also want to give something new a try this year. ABC Columbia's Alex Tejada takes a new look at an old favorite.
Alex Murdaugh to appear in bond court Tuesday
Former prominent attorney Alex Murdaugh is being held in the Richland County Detention Center. He is scheduled to appear in bond court Tuesday morning on charges he stole millions from an insurance payment meant for the sons of his family's late housekeeper.
Sumter PD: Man dies after being shot on Hannah Street
The Sumter Police Department says they are investigating the death of a man who was shot while walking on Hannah Street.
CFD: No injuries after overnight fire at an apartment complex on Barnwell Street
Columbia Fire Department says no one is injured after an overnight fire at an apartment complex on Barnwell Street.
Police investigating Fatal Shooting near apartments in Sumter
SUMTER, SC (WOLO)-- Sumter Police are investigating a fatal shooting Sunday off Hannah Street. Police say the Sumter County Coroner identified the victim as 31 year old Bryan Myers. Police say Myers was shot after he was approached by at…
SC Dept. of Corrections Investigating Inmate hostage situation over weekend
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Charges are pending for an inmate accused of holding his cellmate hostage on Saturday. According to the South Carolina Department of Corrections, an inmate at Broad River held his cellmate hostage for about 20 minutes on Saturday.…
Columbia Animal Services offering October Adoption Special
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- You can bring home a furry friend in October. Columbia Animal Services says it is offering an October adoption special now through October 31, 2021. All dog and cat adoption will be $20. All adoptions will include…
DHEC hosting free vaccine clinics, urging vaccinations
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Health officials continue to urge anyone who is eligible to get the Coronavirus vaccine. There are free vaccine clinics across the state, for a link click here https://scdhec.gov/covid19/covid-19-vaccine On Friday, SC DHEC reported 1,333 new cases…
Ex-grad assistant Noland rallies South Carolina to 21-20 win
Noland entered on the Gamecocks’ final drive and led a 75-yard touchdown drive, connecting with Xavier Legette on a 9-yard scoring pass with 37 seconds left for a 21-20 win over Vanderbilt on Saturday night.
Headed to the game? Masks required at Williams Brice Stadium
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Grab that mask! The University of South Carolina is requiring masks at home football games, according to an email sent out by the school. The news follows a citywide mask mandate, enacted by the City of Columbia…
Vanderbilt, South Carolina meet seeking to end losing skids
There may be debate over the Southeastern Conference’s top team this season. After Saturday, though, there should be little doubt about who’s at the bottom when Vanderbilt faces South Carolina.
City of Orangeburg: Autopsy indicates 2-year-old who died this week was shot in the head
According to authorities, preliminary autopsy results indicate the child had a gunshot wound to the head.
SCSO: Authorities seize 4.5 pounds of marijuana, other drugs and stolen firearm during search warrant
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says investigators seized about 4.5 pounds or marijuana, along with other drugs and a firearm while executing a search warrant at a home on Blanche Road.
Columbia man sentenced to 28 years in prison for a shooting at a West Columbia apartment complex
According to the Eleventh Circuit Solicitor's Office, a Columbia man will serve 28 years in prison after being convicted of a shooting at a West Columbia apartment complex that injured a mother and her daughter.
Columbia gang member to serve 30 months after pleading guilty to firearm charge
According to Acting United States Attorney M. Rhett DeHart, a gang member from Columbia was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to a firearm charge.
SC DHEC: 1,333 new case of COVID-19 and 119 new deaths
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Friday, SC DHEC reported 1,333 new cases of COVID-19 and 119 new deaths. The percent positive reported was 6.4%. State Health officials continue to urge anyone who is eligible to get the Coronavirus vaccine. There are free vaccine…
Midlands Elementary Teacher accused of having Marijuana edibles in class prize box
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A Lexington County elementary school teacher is behind bars accused of having marijuana edibles in her classroom. According to the Lexington County Sheriff, 27 year old Victoria Farish Weiss, is charged…
Another Friday night thriller? Syracuse hosts Clemson
Having tripled last season’s win total halfway through 2021, the Syracuse Orange have helped their fans largely forget the noncompetitive squad that lost 10 games in the pandemic-plagued 2020 campaign.
UofSC inducts largest Athletic Hall of Fame class in school history
Thursday night 10 of the 2021 University of South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame inductees were announced.
Harvest Hope gets needed donation from local food chains
“There’s probably 50 cars or so lined up," Ballas said. "It was good to see that we’re bringing in food to help people that are in line.”
