Gas prices soar during Holiday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you are filling up this week, prices at the pump are up. The National average for gas has soared to an average of $3.13 a gallon. Here in the Midlands,…
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SC Congressman James Clyburn hosting Town Hall Tours in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--South Carolina Congressman Jim Clyburn will kick off a "Help is Here Town Hall Tour" this week. Clyburn says he will use the tour to discuss the child tax credit payments and affordable care act. The tour will…
Local Living: State Fair entries and Local Farmer's Market
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Local Living on ABC Columbia is brought to you by Allure Medical. You can roll up your sleeve and help give the Gift of Life. The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is inviting…
Busy Travel Day on South Carolina roadways
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Monday evening the roads are expected to be congested as a record number of South Carolinians will be returning home from the holiday weekend. AAA says more than 635 thousand South…
Roll up your sleeve: Community Blood Drive in Lexington this week
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)-- You can roll up your sleeve and help give the Gift of Life. The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is inviting donors to join them at a Community Blood Drive Wednesday. It…
Columbia Police continue to investigate fatal shooting near Caughman Road
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Police continue to investigate a fatal shooting that happened early Monday morning. According to Police, the fatal shooting happened in the Moores Creek community near Caughman Road. Police say investigators responded…
Lexington police searching for missing teen
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)-- UPDATE: The Lexington Police Department says Micah Longstreet returned home to his family. Police in Lexington are searching for a missing teen. Investigators say 18 year old Micah Longstreet…
Prisma Health closes Colonial Life Arena Vaccination site- New site to open at Prisma Health Richland
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Prisma Health has closed the COVID-19 vaccination site at Colonial Life Arena. Prisma Health says a vaccination site will reopen at Prisma Health Richland Hospital on Wednesday. Officials say this site will be open from 8:30 a.m.-5:30…
City of Columbia Offices Closed Monday for Independence Day Holiday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A reminder on this Monday that in observance of the July 4th Holiday, the City of Columbia offices will be closed today, July 5, 2021. City officials say garbage, recycling and yard trash collection routes will remain…
CPD: Fatal shooting on Musgroves Mill lane in Columbia
The Columbia Police Department is investigating an early morning fatal shooting at Musgroves Mill Lane on Monday.
Driver killed after hitting a tree on Gardensgate Road in Orangeburg
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says one driver died after hitting a tree on Gardensgate Road in Orangeburg on July 4.
Driver killed in collision on U.S. Highway 601 in Richland
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says one driver died in a two vehicle collision on July 4 on U.S. Highway 601.
Attempted murder suspect arrested after chase with SCHP trooper, KSCO
A man with several arrest warrants has been taken into custody in Kershaw County after a chase and standoff on Friday.
Man shot at Columbia club early sunday
An early morning Columbia shooting sent one man to the hospital Sunday.
City of Columbia teaming up with American Airlines for vaccine incentive offer
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--This week you have a shot at entering to win the City’s new vaccination site offer. The summer travel season is here, and the City of Columbia has partnered with American Airlines to get more shots in arms.…
Tips to help your pet deal with Fireworks from Columbia Animal Services
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- As you get ready to light up some fireworks this weekend, remember your pets! According to Columbia Animal Services, loud noise from fireworks can spook your four-legged friends. They…
A look at some July 4th Weekend Events in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--You can ring in the Independence Holiday with Fireworks on Lake Murray this weekend. Lake Murray Country will host its annual the Fourth of July Fireworks Saturday July 3rd at approximately 9:15pm. Organizers say the fireworks are best…
Lake Murray Country hosts annual Fireworks Display this Independence Day Weekend
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- You can ring in the Independence Holiday with Fireworks on Lake Murray this weekend. Lake Murray Country will host its annual the Fourth of July Fireworks Saturday July 3rd at…
Local Living: Fourth of July celebrations this weekend, Lexington County deputies hosting a blood drive and more!
Local Living: Fourth of July celebrations this weekend, Lexington County deputies hosting a blood drive and more!
Get vaccinated at Soda City Market for a chance to win free plane tickets
You have a chance to get your vaccine while doing a little shopping downtown tomorrow. The City of Columbia says vaccines will be available at Soda City Market on Main Street. Anyone who gets vaccinated at Soda City tomorrow will be entered to win two free round trip tickets from American Airlines.
RCSD: 18-year-old man charged with shooting death of another man at a party last month
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says an 18-year-old was arrested for a fatal shooting during a party on June 6.
Authorities: Guard hid pills in Rice Krispies treats
A guard was fired and arrested after trying to smuggle prescription stimulant pills into a South Carolina women’s prison by hiding them in Rice Krispies treats, authorities said. Authorities say they guard was caught as she tried to take the treats into the Camille Graham Correctional Institution on Thursday.
CPD: Teen arrested in connection with the desecration of Knowlege Sims' grave
The Columbia Police Department says a 19-year-old was arrested in connection with the desecration of Knowledge Sims' grave. Police say Sims was fatally shot at his home on Tarragon Drive in April 2020. There have been no arrests made in connection with the 7-year-old's death.
Columbia Animal Services reminds you to be mindful of your pets during fireworks displays
As you get ready to light up some fireworks this weekend, remember your pets! Columbia Animal Services says loud noise from fireworks can spook your four-legged friends.
One dead, three injured in collision on U.S. 301 in Orangeburg
Highway Patrol says one person is dead and three are injured after a two vehicle collision on U.S. 301 on Thursday.
