Former teacher wins Richland One school board special election
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%…
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RCSD charges 16 year old for bringing knife to school
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…
Search for missing man on Lake Murray paused overnight
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…
Second student charged in case of gun found at Richland Northeast HS
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…
S.C. Attorney General Alan Wilson joins lawsuit to stop abortion funding
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…
Special Delivery by local Firefighters: Stork Award
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…
Local Living: Spooktacular events plus, walking for a good cause
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.…
Columbia Fire battles blaze at abandoned apt. building
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.…
Cyber Talent Workshop featured at UofSC
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…
Richland One School Board Special Election
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,…
DHEC: 564 new COVID-19 cases and 6 additional deaths
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 Sheriff: Man wanted for not returning a vehicle after test drive
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…
Deputies search for missing man after boat recovered on Lake Murray
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)--Lexington County Deputies are searching for a missing man. Deputies say David Grantham is missing. They were told that Grantham left home in the overnight hours and got on his boat at…
DHEC hosting free vaccine clinics across SC
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. On Monday, DHEC announced 684 new cases of COVID-19 and 3 new deaths.…
RCSD charges student accused of bringing loaded gun to school
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --- The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a freshman from Richland Northeast High School is facing charges for bringing a gun to the school. Authorities say just after 3pm Monday…
Columbia Fire responds to hotel fire
Columbia, SC (WOLO) - Columbia - Richland Fire crews responded to a fire just before 7 pm Monday evening after receiving reports that there was a fire at the Palmetto Hotel along…
Local Businesses dealing with supply chain issues
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Local businesses are experiencing product delays due to supply chain issues. ABC Columbia's Miya Payton spoke with those dealing with the disruption as the holiday season approaches. Products are arriving much later…
Gas Prices spike in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--You will be digging deeper into your wallet for gas. Gas prices in Columbia are up nearly 7 cents a gallon. Drivers are paying an average of $3.09 in the Midlands, according…
Local Living: A look at some Halloween events and more in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Here's your look at Local Living. It's time to celebrate scary season at Riverbanks Zoo. 'Boo at the Zoo' runs select nights through October 30th from 6 pm to 9 pm. It…
Midlands organization adds piece to solving puzzle of homelessness in Columbia
“These families are going to succeed because they want to succeed, do better and be independent," Sauls concluded.
City of Columbia Municipal Election precinct changes
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tuesday, November 2 is election day in Columbia. Voting precincts for the City's Municipal election will be at MLK Park, Main Street United Methodist, Hyatt Park Elementary, The Harbison Community Center and St. Andrews Middle school. Residents…
SC resident indicted in connection with Capitol Riot
COLUMBIA, SC (AP) -- A South Carolina resident is indicted in the investigation into the January 6, 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol. According to the US Attorney's Office, George Tenney of Anderson is accused…
USGS: 2.2 magnitude Earthquake reported near Jenkinsville
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The United States Geological Survey reported a 2.2 magnitude Earthquake near Jenkinsville, S.C. at 12:41 p.m. Monday. According to the USGS, the depth of the quake was 3.8 If you experience an Earthquake, or felt the Earthquake in…
Walk to End Alzheimer's set for Segra Park
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- You can lace up your shoes for a good cause this weekend. The Walk to End Alzheimer's event takes place Saturday, October 30 at Segra park. Registration begins at 9am. Participants…
DHEC: 684 new cases of COVID-19 and 3 new deaths
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Monday DHEC reported 684 new cases of COVID-19 and 3 new deaths. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control reported a percent positive of 4.6%. DHEC is hosting free vaccine…
