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No. 4 Clemson plays for 1st time in 3 weeks against Pitt

Pitt (5-4, 4-4 ACC) at No. 4 Clemson (7-1, 6-1, No. 3 CFP), Saturday at 3:30 p.m. EST (ABC).

No. 16 Coastal Carolina eyes division title vs Texas State

No. 16 Coastal Carolina is on the verge of its first conference title just three seasons after climbing into the Football Bowl Subdivision.

DHEC: 1,797 new Coronavirus cases in SC, no deaths reported

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, on Saturday, reported 1,797 new Coronavirus cases. There were no deaths reported in South Carolina on Saturday. Health officials say there were 13,915 individual test results reported statewide…

Salvation Army Angel Trees now up across the Midlands

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--This year you have a chance to be an Angel for a needy child. The Salvation Army's Angel Trees are now up at area locations. If you are headed to the mall,…

Tips on how to keep your data safe while shopping online this year

Many people are not heading out for the traditional Black Friday due to the pandemic. Instead, they're heading online. Experts share some tips you may want to keep in mind when online shopping.

Uptown Gifts on Main partnering with Harvest Hope Food Bank for weekend food drive

One local store on Main Street, Uptown Gifts on Main, is partnering with Harvest Hope Food Bank this weekend for a food drive.

Midlands shoppers flock to stores for Black Friday deals

Holiday shoppers were out in full force across the Midlands today.

CPD: 1700 block of Taylor Street closed after fatal collision involving a pedestrian

The Columbia Police Department says they are investigating a fatal collision involving a male pedestrian.

Richland County Sheriff's Dept. Hosting Food Drive

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is hosting a food drive during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. You can donate Now through Monday, November 30 from 8 a.m. to 6…

DHEC : 1,777 new cases of Coronavirus in SC

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- DHEC on Friday reported 1,777 new cases of Coronavirus in South Carolina and 28 additional deaths. DHEC did not release cases on Thanksgiving. Health officials say there were 14,392 individual test results reported statewide yesterday and the…

DHEC now has authority to start COVID-19 testing program in SC Schools

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Governor Henry McMaster has signed an executive order giving the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control authority to move forward with a program for COVID-19 testing in schools. In a release, Governor McMaster said, “Right…

Home for the Holidays Pet Adoption hosted by Columbia Animal services

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Looking for a furry friend this holiday season? The City of Columbia Animal Service is hosting a "Home for the Holidays" pet adoption event. All pet adoptions are $25…

Shooting on Interstate 26 near Charleston kills man

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - Police say one person has been killed after someone in a car driving on Interstate 26 fired at another vehicle. Charleston Police said officers were called about shots being fired on the highway around 1:30 p.m.…

Gas prices in SC among lowest in Nation

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Travelers can be thankful for full tanks of gas this Thanksgiving weekend. Gas prices are a lot lower today, than in years past. According to AAA, gas prices in South Carolina…

Be an Angel: Stop by the Salvation Army Angel Tree

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you're headed to the mall for holiday shopping, you can stop by the Salvation Army's Angel Tree. The Angel Tree is located near the JC Penney court at Columbiana Centre.…

Interfaith Thanksgiving provides help/hope to the hungry in the Midlands

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- As so many of you enjoy Thanksgiving turkey and stuffing, there are others in the Midlands who would go without, if not for the help of area churches. Every year, St Peter's…

Chappelle Memorial AME hosts community drive thru Thanksgiving

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A Midlands Church hosting a Thanksgiving outreach event on Thursday. Chappelle Memorial AME Church handed out free meals during their Thanksgiving Community outreach. The dinners were pre-packaged and ready to pick-up…

Interstate Lane closures restricted during holiday travel says SC DOT

SOUTH CAROLINA (WOLO) - If you are hitting the road during the Thanksgiving holidays, the South Carolina Department of Transportation has an update on lane closures, making the ride a little less congested. SC DOT says they are prohibiting lane…

Turkey Cooking Safety Tips from Columbia Fire

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Columbia Fire Department wants to keep you safe this Thanksgiving with some helpful guidelines to follow. Fire officials say while you're cooking your turkey, you should continue checking on it…

Happy Thanksgiving from ABC Columbia

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Happy Thanksgiving! From all of us at ABC Columbia to you and your family, we wish you an enjoyable and happy Thanksgiving! Be safe and enjoy your holiday! We will have our normal newscasts at 5pm,…

Richland County Sheriff's Department hosts food drive during Thanksgiving holiday

The Richland County Sheriff's Department is hosting a food drive at their headquarters during the Thanksgiving holiday.

Former executive faces prison time in SC nuclear debacle

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The executive who spent billions of dollars on two South Carolina nuclear plants that never generated a single watt of power is almost certain to spend time in prison. FILE - Kevin…

Deputy recovering after stolen car crashes into parked cruiser on I-20

CAMDEN, S.C. (WOLO, AP) - Authorities say a Kershaw County deputy parked at an exit ramp has been injured after a stolen car being chased by state troopers crashed into his cruiser. Kershaw County Sheriff Lee Boan said troopers had…