President Joe Biden is no stranger to Columbia. In 2014, the then vice president served as the commencement speaker for the University of South Carolina's graduation ceremonies at Colonial Life Arena.
"I think today's ceremony is an indication of the fact that we are now ready to renew ourselves as a country and move forward," said South Carolina Congressman James Clyburn after the inauguration of President Joe Biden Wednesday.
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources says they have canceled the annual Palmetto Sportsmen’s Classic. It was scheduled for March 26-28 at the State Fairgrounds.
After a week of warnings from the FBI and local law enforcement, it was a fairly quiet afternoon at the State House.
According to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, a raccoon discovered in Lexington County was confirmed to have rabies.
The Lexington Police Department says a single vehicle collision knocked down several power poles and lines this week.
Jeremiah Tilmon had 19 points and 10 rebounds in another efficient performance, and No. 19 Missouri beat South Carolina 81-70 on Tuesday night.
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --- All Richland School District One teachers and staff will work from home tomorrow Wednesday January 20, 2021. Games and practices have also been canceled for the day. A spokesperson…
Students have returned to the University of South Carolina and so have scenes of crowded bars. Columbia Fire Chief Aubrey Jenkins says he and his team are once again out in full force issuing citations when necessary.
We here at ABC Columbia would like to say thank you to everyone who made a child's Christmas wish come true, by taking part in the Angel Tree program. According to the Salvation Army, this year's Angel Tree was able to provide Christmas gifts for 2,758 children in the Midlands.
The Columbia City Council met Tuesday and COVID-19 was at the top of the agenda.
The Columbia Police Department is investigating an incident of vandalism at the law office of Representative Todd Rutherford.
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a dog that was removed from a neglectful living situation two weeks ago has made a quick recovery and is getting ready for adoption.
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says they arrested three Columbia residents after deputies found catalytic converters and tools commonly used to remove them during a traffic stop on Wednesday.
On Wednesday, the community is honoring the late owner of the iconic Columbia deli. A celebration of life event for Andy's Deli owner, Andy Shlon, will be held Tuesday at 3 p.m. at the Dunbar Funeral Home Devine Street Chapel.
Representative Todd Rutherford says his law office located on Park Street, was vandalized on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Richland County School District One is providing seven days worth of free meals to students this Thursday at several locations.
It was just last Wednesday when Governor McMaster allowed for all seniors over the age of 70 to make their covid-19 vaccination appointments. But the process of scheduling online or making phone calls has some seniors overwhelmed.
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office says they have received several reports from residents who received letters asking them about the security details of their homes and property.
The South Carolina NAACP held its annual "King Day at the Dome" celebration online, instead of their usual rally in front of the State House. Here in the Midlands and across the country, the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was honored.
Governor Henry McMaster got a first hand look at one of the state's vaccine distribution sites Monday afternoon. The governor toured Lexington Medical Center where vaccines are now available for seniors over 70.
South Carolina Athletics honored basketball great A'ja Wilson with a statue today in front of Colonial Life Arena.
One non-profit is hosting an MLK Day of Service event to give free items and food to kids Monday. Captain's Hope Inc.'s drive through event is happening through 2 p.m. on Main Street near Drayton Street.
Richland County Councilwoman Gretchen Barron hosted a drive-thru event, Monday, to help people ages 70 and older sign up to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
Prisma Health opened two large-scale COVID-19 vaccination sites Monday. One is in Greenville, and the other is right here in Columbia, near Williams-Brice Stadium.
