Local Living: State Museum offering free admission to healthcare workers this month, Pig on the Ridge back in town and more!
Local Living: State Museum offering free admission to healthcare workers this month, Pig on the Ridge back in town and more!
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Consumer News: Rent up in Columbia, cancelled flights continue to impact airlines and more
Consumer News: Rent up in Columbia, cancelled flights continue to impact airlines and more.
Kershaw County Coroner releases name of man killed in car accident on Black River Road
Kershaw County Coroner David West released the name of a man killed in a single vehicle collision on Black River Road in Camden.
RCSD: Teen shot dead in Columbia residential area
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating a shooting they say claimed the life of a teenager last night.
NCSO: Man charged with shooting in Newberry County after being taken into custody in New Jersey
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office says a man taken into custody in New Jersey is charged with a shooting that injured an individual in Newberry County.
Polls now open for Columbia municipal election
It's Election Day here in Columbia. Polls are now open and will stay open until 7 p.m.
MAYORAL ELECTION: Columbia residents discus what they want to see from a new leader
Public safety in general is a big talking point for both candidates and residents alike.
Harvest Hope Food Bank asking for donations amid lower supply
Harvest Hope Food Bank is asking for the community’s help as it struggles due to the ongoing supply chain issues. ABC Columbia’s Miya Payton has more on how the food bank is working to manage the shortage and late food deliveries.
Local Living: Final week for corn maze at Clinton Sease Farm, UofSC Veterans Day 5K this Sunday and more!
Local Living: Final week for corn maze at Clinton Sease Farm, UofSC Veterans Day 5K this Sunday and more!
Midlands Strong: Pizzeria in Five Points calling on the community to help business grow
A new pizza restaurant in Five Points is relying on the Midlands to join in and help their business grow. In our Midlands Strong series, our Josh Berry visited the pizzeria to get a slice of pie.
Newberry County deputies looking for man wanted for criminal sexual conduct with a minor
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help finding a man wanted for four counts of criminal sexual conduct with a minor.
Columbia Police investigating morning shooting at the Colony Apartments
The Columbia Police Department says officers are investigating a shooting at an apartment complex that sent a man to the hospital.
Officials report another earthquake near Jenkinsville
The United States Geological Survey reported another earthquake near Jenkinsville this morning.
Columbia mayor tops list of local races in South Carolina
About 200 city, county and other local elections are scheduled for Tuesday, according to the South Carolina Election Commission. The highest profile race is in Columbia, where Mayor Steve Benjamin decided not to run for a fourth term in the state’s capital and second-largest city amid his growing political profile.
Earthquake reported near Jenkinsville, again
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- The United States Geological Survey reported a 2.3 magnitude earthquake near Jenkinsville, Sunday. According to the USGS, the earthquake occurred around 4:23 a.m. (10/31/21). This earthquake is one of several to occur over the last week…
Deputies investigating shooting death of 3-year-old
BREAKING: The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a shooting incident involving a 3-year-old.
Local leaders in Richland County offer incentive for COVID-19 Vaccine
Both lawmakers and pastors alike called for more people in Richland County to get vaccinated.
RCSD: Man arrested after shooting at deputies Friday evening
After talking with the man for nearly two hours, Sheriff Leon Lott says his deputies were shot at. The sheriff says they returned fire, but no one was hit. They ultimately shot tear gas at the man, who got off the roof and tried to run. Officials say he was tased, and that was his only injury.
RCSD reporting shots fired at deputies; no details shared
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The Richland County Sheriff's Department is reporting that shots have been fired at deputies, though have not shared any information regarding the circumstances. In an alert sent to news outlets, RCSD said Sheriff Lott will meet…
SC woman shares struggle with early onset Alzheimer's
“I try to keep my independence as much as I can and live life to the fullest every day. I don’t take one thing for granted anymore," she said.
Local Living: Pawmetto Lifeline and Subaru host adoption event tomorrow and more
Local Living: Pawmetto Lifeline and Subaru host adoption event tomorrow and more.
SCSO: Saluda County man charged with unlawful conduct towards a child
The Saluda County Sheriff's Office says a man has been arrested after an investigation revealed that he caused head and brain injuries to a two-month-old infant.
Sumter PD seeking information leading to the arrest of man wanted for manslaughter
The Sumter Police Department says a cash reward may be available for information leading to the arrest of a man wanted for manslaughter.
UPDATE: Lexington police find missing student on River Bluff HS campus
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)-- UPDATE: The Lexington Police Department says Brendon Edwards was found on the campus of River Bluff High School. Officials say he was hiding in the woods before walking out to first responders. ORIGINAL POST (10/29/2021 3:02 p.m.)…
Columbia Police investigating suspicious death
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Police say they are investigating a suspicious death, of a female, at the 3000 block of Falling Springs Road. According to investigators, a neighbor made the discovery & called 911. If you have any information you…
