St. Patrick's Day Kickoff welcomes return of annual event in colorful fashion
Friday’s kickoff event featured kids and adults getting to dye the fountain green as well as music and Irish dancing.
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Craftsmen's Classic comes to the State Fairgrounds
The 38th Annual Craftsmen's Spring Classic Art and Craft Festival returns to the State Fairgrounds this weekend.
Local Living: Irish Fest comes to Camden, Battle at Bull Street Fan Fest this weekend and more!
Local Living: Irish Fest comes to Camden, Battle at Bull Street Fan Fest this weekend and more!
Gang member from Columbia sentenced to 45 years in prison for 2017 murder
According to the Eleventh Circuit Solicitor's Office, a validated gang member from Columbia was sentenced to 45 years in prison for killing a manager at a club in Lexington County in 2017.
LRADAC hosts annual Black Balloon Day remembering the lives lost to drug overdose
LRADAC says 172 Richland and Lexington County residents lost their lives to substance overdoses last year.
Boston, No. 1 Gamecocks top Arkansas in SEC women’s quarters
Aliyah Boston notched her 22nd consecutive double-double with 17 points and 14 rebounds as top-ranked South Carolina beat Arkansas 76-54 Friday in the Southeastern Conference women’s tournament quarterfinals.
FBI Columbia accepting applications for annual Teen Academy
The FBI Columbia field office says applications are available online for the annual Teen Academy.
CPD announces reward for info leading to arrest for fatal shooting of 19-year-old
The Columbia Police Department says a reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction for the 2021 shooting death of 19-year-old Trinity Sanders.
Fountain in Five Points going green ahead of St. Pat's festival
Tonight, the Five Points fountain will be dyed green as organizers get ready for the St. Pat's event in two weeks. The event runs from 5-7 p.m. and is hosted by ABC Columbia's own Tyler Ryan.
CFD: No injuries in house fire on Woodtrail Drive
The Columbia Fire Department says no one is injured after a house fire on Woodtrail Drive on Thursday night.
Forestry Commission urges 'extreme caution' with outdoor burning
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The South Carolina Forestry Commission is asking anyone planning to do any outdoor burning whatsoever to use extreme caution. This request comes after the agency reports a huge…
PAY INCREASE: Gov. McMaster proposes raises for state law enforcement officers
“We extensively and comprehensively measured the pay of our officers and found in many cases that it was inadequate," McMaster said.
Local Living: Still time to register for Columbia Spring Youth Lacrosse League, preview of the Craftsmen's Spring Classic and more!
Local Living: Still time to register for Columbia Spring Youth Lacrosse League, preview of the Craftsmen's Spring Classic and more!
UofSC Symphony Orchestra performing tribute to the people of Ukraine
Tonight, UofSC's Symphony Orchestra will perform "The Great Gate of Kiev" as a final selection in Thursday's Rising Stars Symphony Series.
LCSD: Lexington County man accused of stabbing family member in Gaston
According to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department, a man is accused of stabbing his relative in Gaston Wednesday night.
CPD expanding special unit to respond to calls related to mental health
The Columbia Police Department is expanding a special unit staffed with counselors to respond to mental health or behavioral related calls for service.
Richland County Council extends mask ordinance until May 1
Despite a drop in COVID-19 cases over the last several weeks, masks in Richland County will be required for another couple months.
Both drivers killed in two-vehicle collision on US-521 in Clarendon
South Carolina Highway Patrol says both drivers are dead after a two-vehicle collision on U.S. Highway 521 in Clarendon today.
Kershaw County names late K-9 'Officer of the Year'
Kershaw Co, SC (WOLO) --- Sometimes the best officers have paws. Tuesday night the Kershaw County Sheriff's Office recognized K-9 officer Nala as its Officer of the Year. Her handler officer Randy Bass accepted…
Local Living: Shoe Drive, Craftsmen's Classic, Fair food, and more
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Here's a look at your Local Living packed full of events happening in the Midlands! Keep the Midlands Beautiful Shoe Drive The organization Keep the Midlands Beautiful is…
Consumer News: Gas prices spike again in SC and across Nation
Consumer News with ABC Columbia is brought to you by Grow Financial. COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Prices at the pump continue rise. AAA says the average price in South Carolina is $3.48 a gallon. The…
Suspect arrested in Cayce church fire
Cayce, S.C. (WOLO)--Police in Cayce say a man is in custody accused of setting fire to a church. Investigators say Paul Lavoie,53, is charged with burglary and arson. Police say he…
SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS: What the addition of 10 new SROs means for Richland Two
“When something happens at a school, kids don’t hesitate to go to the SRO and tell them what’s going on or what somebody’s got," Lott said.
Coffee shop hiring people with disabilities opening in Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - A new coffee shop will soon make its debut in Columbia, one that focuses on giving opportunities to people with disabilities. Bitty & Beau’s Coffee is coming…
Attorneys for Dylann Roof ask US Supreme Court to weigh in
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Attorneys for convicted church shooter Dylann Roof have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to decide how to handle disagreements over mental illness-related evidence between capital defendants and their attorneys. Authorities have said Roof opened fire during…
