The COMET offering free rides to the polls for the November 16 runoff
Officials with the COMET want to help voters make their voice heard at the runoff election on Tuesday.
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Update: Teen found safe after being reported missing in Clarendon County
Deputies in Clarendon County are asking for the public's help finding a missing teen.
Fairfield County Coroner releases name of man who died after accident at logging site
A 71-year-old man died following an accident at a logging site yesterday.
CPD investigating hit and run that killed a pedestrian on Gervais Street
The Columbia Police Department says officers are investigating a hit and run collision that killed a pedestrian in the 800 block of Gervais Street early this morning.
DHEC: 875 new cases of COVID-19, 16 new deaths
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Friday, DHEC reported 875 new cases of COVID-19 and 16 new deaths in South Carolina. According to a release from DHEC, there are numerous free vaccine sites across the Midlands and the state. Most current vaccine clinic…
Update: Missing Irmo teen found safe say Police
IRMO, SC (WOLO)-- Irmo Police say a 15 year old, missing since November 8 has been found safe. According to Irmo Police, Brandon Pacheco-Nunez has been located and is safe. Police say the teen had been reported missing after he…
Victim Identified in Fatal Cayce Hit and Run, police searching for vehicle
CAYCE, SC (WOLO)-- The Coroner has released the name of the person killed in a hit and run in Cayce Thursday. According to the Coroner, 64 year old John Wesley Butler, of…
Longtime State Senator Leatherman passes away; lawmakers pay tribute
Florence Senator Hugh Leatherman passed away early Friday morning, according to Leatherman's longtime Chief of Staff Quentin Hawkins.
Cayce PD search for driver involved in deadly hit and run
Cayce, SC (WOLO) --- The Cayce Police Department is hoping you can help them track down the driver of a car they say was involved in a hit and run accident that claimed the life of a Cayce man. Authorities…
Newberry veterans invited to drive-thru food giveaway
Newberry, SC (WOLO) --- Samsung Electronics Home Appliances America is gearing to host their 5th annual Veterans Day Luncheon. The event that's being held in partnership with the American Legion, will allow the company…
43rd annual Veteran's Day parade marches through downtown Columbia
If you speak to a veteran, you may find out they have an interesting story.
UofSC professor speaks on gas prices in the Midlands
Gas prices in the Midlands continue to rise, averaging $3.11 a gallon. ABC Columbia’s Miya Payton spoke with an expert at UofSC about the increase at the pump and some possible solutions.
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.
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…
