Columbia Municipal Courts open payment windows, drive-thru
The City of Columbia Municipal Court opened their courthouse payment windows and drive-thru. All in-person court appearances have been suspended since January 11.
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Limited School Choice applications now open for Lexington District Two
According to Lexington School District Two, applications for the district's Limited School Choice program are now open.
Calhoun County deputies searching for man accussed of breaking into and stealing from a Gaston business
Deputies in Calhoun County are searching for man who they say broke into a business and stole several items.
Saluda County Sheriff's Office: Two burglary suspects arrested
Saluda County deputies say they've arrested two burglary suspects.
Man arrested after crashing car into youth baseball field in Prosperity
Officers with the Prosperity Police Department say they arrested a man after he crashed his vehicle into a Dixie Youth baseball field on Tuesday night.
Driver killed after vehicle hits utility pole, overturns on Hermitage Road
South Carolina Highway Patrol says a driver died after hitting a utility pole and overturning on Hermitage Road.
Deputies arrest suspect accused of smashing church windows
ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) - A Dorchester County man has been arrested in connection with $5,000 in damages done to a church in Orangeburg County. Richard Mathews, 29, of St. George, faces charges of…
A look back at President Biden's 2014 commencement speech at UofSC
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.
Palmetto state pride at Presidential Inauguration
"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.
2021 Palmetto Sportsmen's Classic cancelled due to COVID-19
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 previous warnings, the State House sees small, peaceful protests on Inauguration Day
After a week of warnings from the FBI and local law enforcement, it was a fairly quiet afternoon at the State House.
DHEC: Rabid raccoon found in Lexington County
According to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, a raccoon discovered in Lexington County was confirmed to have rabies.
LPD: Vehicle collision on Old Chapin Road knocks down several power poles
The Lexington Police Department says a single vehicle collision knocked down several power poles and lines this week.
Tilmon leads efficient No. 19 Missouri past South Carolina
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 One teachers, staff to work from home, games canceled as safety precaution
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…
Columbia Fire issuing mask citations, concerns about Five Points area
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.
More than 2,000 kids received Christmas gifts thanks to the Salvation Army Angel Tree program
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.
Columbia City Council provides update on the city's coronavirus response
The Columbia City Council met Tuesday and COVID-19 was at the top of the agenda.
CPD investigating several vandalism incidents, including office of Rep. Todd Rutherford
The Columbia Police Department is investigating an incident of vandalism at the law office of Representative Todd Rutherford.
Neglected dog makes swift recovery after being rescued from Sumter Co. home
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.
LCSD: Three Columbia residents arrested after deputies find catalytic converters during traffic stop
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.
Celebration of life held to honor the late owner of Andy's Deli
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.
Rep. Rutherford's office vandalized on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Representative Todd Rutherford says his law office located on Park Street, was vandalized on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Richland District One free meal pickup for students this Thursday
Richland County School District One is providing seven days worth of free meals to students this Thursday at several locations.
Local seniors overwhelmed with covid-19 vaccination appointment process
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.
