COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A new Federal mandate will require nearly 100 million workers across the Country to get the COVID-19 vaccine by January, 4 2022. If businesses do not…
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- In a statement released by the South Carolina Attorney General's Office, SC Attorney General Alan Wilson reacted to the OSHA vaccine mandate. “This is garbage and it’s unconstitutional so we will be fighting it. OSHA does not…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- At the State House Thursday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster announced that businesses in the state would either see a decrease, or the same unemployment insurance tax rate next year. This after the State General Assembly invested…
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)--Lexington Medical Center is now administering the COVID-19 vaccine to children ages 5 to 11. According to Lexington Medical Center, the vaccinations are taking place at its vaccination clinic located at Brookland…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Here are the latest COVID-19 numbers, for South Carolina, for Thursday. DHEC reported 727 new cases of Coronavirus and 34 new deaths. Health officials say at least 62% of eligible South Carolinians have received…
Lexington District One says 4 White Knoll High School students are expelled after posting a video reenacting the murder of George Floyd.
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --- Richland County deputies have arrested a man accused in a shooting authorities say took place Wednesday afternoon in Northeast Columbia. According to authorities, around 1:45…
ABC TEAM-- AAA is cautioning drivers in South Carolina to slow down and watch for deer, especially during this time of year. Deer mating season takes place now through December, which means you may see…
Pediatricians urge parents to consult medical professionals if they have questions instead of the internet or social media.
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Columbia Police Department is asking drivers to aware, and if possible stay clear of Huger street at I-26 outbound. According to authorities, a single vehicle accident took place just…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster says he wants to spend the last $17 million of his COVID-19 Education relief money to provide scholarships to cover the cost of tuition and…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)---Now for a look at Local Living. The City of Columbia is kicking off its annual Dr. Martin Luther King 'Honor the Dream' food drive. It benefits Harvest Hope Food bank. Some…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Voters in the City of Columbia will head to the polls for a runoff in the Mayoral Election. The runoff is set for November, 16 2021. ABC Columbia's Miya Payton spoke with…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The CDC approved the Pfizer vaccine for children ages 5 to 11 and South Carolina health officials are reacting. Today, DHEC said it supports the vaccine and is urging parents to…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- A spokesperson for Richland Co. School District says two Hand Middle School students were taken to the emergency room Tuesday after reportedly getting sick after eating gummies. School administrators are investigating…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--One person and three pets were exposed to a rabid fox in Richland County, say state health officials. According to DHEC, the fox was found near Brunner Circle and High Pointe Drive in Blythewood. DHEC says one person…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Wednesday, DHEC reported 481 new Coronavirus cases and 37 new deaths in South Carolina. According to health officials, 55% of eligible South Carolinians are fully vaccinated. If you are looking for a free…
Highway Patrol is looking for two drivers after a pedestrian died in a hit and run on Wednesday on Broad River Road.
Two current Columbia City Council members appear headed to a runoff to decide who is the next mayor of South Carolina’s capital city.
The Lexington County Veterans Parade is this Sunday, and several roads in downtown Lexington will be closed for the event.
Polls closed just a few hours ago, as Columbia residents cast their vote for the city's next mayor. ABC Columbia's Alex Tejada was live at Daniel Rickenmann's watch party on Main Street.
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says it is investigating a fatal shooting that took place at an apartment complex in Columbia this evening.
The ABC Columbia News team is following local elections from around the Midlands.
Voters have been heading to the polls across the Midlands for municipal elections. In Columbia, voters are choosing a new mayor. ABC Columbia's Miya Payton has more on voter turnout at the polls.
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a warden employed by the South Carolina Department of Corrections was arrested after a reported domestic violence incident Monday night.
