SC State Board of Trustees votes to fire President James E. Clark
The South Carolina State University Board of Trustees voted to fire President James E. Clark, effective immediately.
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Maxcy Gregg pool closed temporarily, reopening Wednesday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department says the Maxcy Gregg Pool is temporarily closed for maintenance. City officials say the pool will re-open Wednesday, July 14 at 1 p.m. If you're still looking to hit…
Congressman James Clyburn "Help is Here Town Hall Tour' to make stop in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Happening this week, Congressman James Clyburn will host a "Help is Here Town Hall Tour". Clyburn says he will use the tour to discuss child tax credit payments and affordable care.…
Two women accused of stealing prescriptions from nursing home residents
Greenville, SC (WOLO) -- A Greenville Grand Jury has indicted 36 year old Kelly Michelle Morgan and 24 year old Breyanna Marie Govin both accused stealing prescription medications from individuals who were living in…
Authorities search for suspect accused of stealing American flags in Lexington neighborhood
Authorities in the Town of Lexington are hoping you can help them track down a person they say has stolen several American flags from homes in the Wellesly neighborhood.
Local Living: Registration for City of Columbia sports Leagues and Free Kids Admission at State Museum!
Local Living: Registration open for City of Columbia Youth Lacrosse League and adult sports leagues!
Sumter man indicted for attempted sexual assault of a resident at a nursing home
According to South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, a Sumter man was indicted by a grand jury for an attempted sexual assault of a resident at a nursing home. Officials say the man charged was an employee of the nursing home at the time of the incident.
Mayor of Swansea accused of Embezzlement, Misconduct in Office
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)--The South Carolina Attorney General's Office says a Midlands mayor is under indictment. Attorney General Alan Wilson says a Lexington Co. grand jury indicted Swansea Mayor Jerald Sanders on charges…
KCSO: One Wildwood Lane shooting suspect turns himself in, deputies still looking second suspect
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office says a man wanted in connection with a shooting on Wildwood Lane last week turned himself in. Deputies are still looking for another suspect in the shooting.
Eutawville man arrested following deadly hit and run
Orangeburg Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Troopers with the highway patrol say one person was killed when a man driving a U-Haul van struck them head on. It happened Monday morning on Big Buck Blvd. near Bethel Forest Rd. in Orangeburg Co.…
Maxcy Gregg Pool temporarily closed for maintenance, to re-open Wednesday
The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department says the Maxcy Gregg Pool is temporarily closed for maintenance. City officials say the pool will re-open Wednesday, July 14 at 1 p.m.
Gas prices spike again in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you are filling up this week, gas prices have risen, again in South Carolina. In the Midlands, drivers are paying an average of $2.86 a gallon. Gas prices in Columbia are…
Cayce DPS speaks with the residents they serve in their Coffee with a Cop event
Cayce residents had the chance to have a cup of joe with their local police officers this morning. The department will be out again for the National Coffee with a Cop event in October.
Richland County Coroner releases name of victim killed in motorcycle accident Saturday
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford released the name of the victim of a fatal motorcycle accident Saturday afternoon.
Columbia Fire Department: Multiple apartments off Garners Ferry Road damaged by fire Sunday
The Columbia Fire Department says crews responded to a fire at Austin Woods Apartments Sunday. Officials say the fire damaged multiple apartments, but no one was injured.
Congressman Clyburn hosting Town Hall Tour in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Happening this week, Congressman James Clyburn will host a "Help is Here Town Hall Tour". Clyburn says he will use the tour to discuss child tax credit payments and affordable care. The town hall is Wednesday, July 14th…
Art at the Airport Exhibit featured at Columbia Metropolitan Airport
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--There is new art in the airport. This week the Columbia Metropolitan Airport unveiled its newest art, as part of an airport exhibit series featuring several local artists throughout the year. Artist…
Richland County Coroner's Office holds Public burial
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Ten residents in Richland County were laid to rest Sunday. They were given a goodbye and burial with the help of the Richland County Coroner's Office. The public memorial service is…
Prisma Health operating mobile COVID-19 vaccination sites in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Prisma Health is offering numerous ways to gain access to COVID-19 vaccinations. According to a release, the Prisma Mobile Health units will host weekly vaccination sites in addition to special venues with community partners in the Midlands.…
Gas Prices continue to spike in SC and across Nation
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Gas prices keep going up. Here in the Midlands drivers are paying an average of $2.80 a gallon. Gas prices in Columbia are nearly 5 cents per gallon higher than a…
Tips to ward off Mosquitoes this Summer from SC DHEC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Summer brings fun in the sun and those pesky mosquitoes. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control has tips to help prevent bites from mosquitoes. "As warm weather arrives and people encounter more mosquitoes, protecting…
Man dead after dirt bike collision in Richland County
A man is dead after his dirt bike was struck Friday night in Richland County.
Local Living: Art at the Airport, Women's Fair
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Local Living with ABC Columbia is brought to you by Allure Medical. There is new art on display at the airport. This week, the Columbia Metropolitan Airport unveiled its…
H.S. student creates device to prevent children from being left in hot cars
Columbia,SC (WOLO)---- DHEC is reminding anyone who takes care of young children or animals to look before you lock. Officials say parked cars can quickly become dangerous during south carolina's hot summer…
Police investigate shooting that leaves one injured on Shop Road
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Richland County Sheriff’s Deputies are investigating a shooting that sent a man to the hospital. According to the Sheriff's Department deputies were dispatched to the cheap way…
