CFD: No injuries as mattress company on Ellerbe Street caught fire
Columbia Fire Department says no one is injured after a mattress company caught fire this morning on Ellerbe Street.
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$100K Palmetto Cash 5 ticket has been sold in Irmo
Officials from the South Carolina Education Lottery say someone in Irmo is $100,000 richer after buying the winning Palmetto Cash 5 ticket.
South Carolina officials eye single drug for execution plan
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The state of South Carolina says it could execute a man scheduled to die next week with a lethal dose of just one drug if officials cannot get ahold of all three drugs the procedure calls…
City municipal court to close until further notice after staff member gets COVID-19
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The City of Columbia municipal court building will be shut down until further notice. According to the City, one staff member has tested positive for COVID-19. Officials did…
Hundreds of South Carolinians follow Gov. McMaster's advice to get "tested before turkey"
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Across the state, hundreds are lining up at COVID-19 testing sites to get tested before celebrating Thanksgiving. This spike in people willing to be tested comes after Gov. Henry McMaster…
The Salvation Army kicks off this year's Red Kettle Campaign
On Monday afternoon, the Salvation Army kicked off its annual Red Kettle Campaign for the holiday season.
Gilbert man charged for crimes related to the sexual exploitation of a minor
According to Attorney General Alan Wilson, a Gilbert man has been arrested and charged with five crimes related to the sexual exploitation of a minor.
City of Columbia holding "Home for the Holidays" pet adoption event through the end of the year
The City of Columbia Animal Services are having a "Home for the Holidays" pet adoption. All pet adoptions are only $25 now until the end of the year.
UofSC to require monthly coronavirus testing for students, staff on campus during spring 2021 semester
On Monday, the University of South Carolina announced a new mandatory coronavirus testing policy for the 2021 spring semester.
DHEC: 1,095 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 5 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Sunday.
AP: Man dies after returning to flaming trailer for pants
An official says a man who escaped a trailer fire in South Carolina died when he went back into the mobile home to get his pants.
Serve & Connect partnering with Midlands law enforcement to deliver Thanksgiving meals to hundreds of families
The local nonprofit, Serve & Connect, is partnering with law enforcement agencies in five Midlands counties to deliver Thanksgiving meals and produce to hundreds of families this year.
UPDATE: Missing teen found safe
According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, Jaiden Jeffrey has been found safe and is back home with his family.
One killed after two vehicle collision on South Drive and Bluff Road
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person was killed after a two vehicle collision on South Drive & Bluff Road on Sunday.
Kershaw County Coroner identifies victim in house fire
KERSHAW CO. SC (WOLO)-- The Kershaw County Coroner's office has released the identity of a person killed in an early morning fire. According to the coroner's office, 68 year old Henry Hill Jr died of smoke inhalation and thermal burns…
Columbia Police: Holidays are prime time for auto break-ins
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- As we head into the holidays, Columbia police want to make sure thieves don't turn your happy holidays into a blue Christmas. Area law enforcement, as well as City of Columbia…
DHEC: 1,066 new cases of Coronavirus in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Sunday, The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control reported 1,066 new cases of Coronavirus in the state. Health officials also reported Nine deaths. DHEC says 8,394 individual test results were reported statewide yesterday with 12.7%…
Governor's Carolighting moved indoors, closed to public due to weather
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster will be celebrating the beginning of the holiday season with the 54th annual Governor's Carolighting at the State House. This year's Carolighting is…
Missouri, Bazelak start fast to beat South Carolina 17-10
Connor Bazelak threw for 203 yards and a touchdown as Missouri held off a late surge by South Carolina for a 17-10 victory Saturday night.
No. 15 Coastal Carolina rallies past Appalachian State 34-23
Reese White scored the go-ahead touchdown on a 3-yard run with 2:24 to play, and No. 15 Coastal Carolina continued its perfect 8-0 start with its first-ever win over Appalachian State, 34-23 on Saturday.
Free turkey giveaway held just ahead of Thanksgiving
Columbia,SC (WOLO) --- Molina Healthcare is giving Medicaid members a little something to be thankful for this weekend. The Healthcare system, Connor Shaw and a host of other local partners are holding…
DHEC: 1,530 new cases of Coronavirus and 26 new deaths in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Saturday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released new Coronavirus case numbers. According to DHEC, 1,530 new cases were confirmed in SC and 26 new deaths reported. This brings the total number of confirmed…
Nikki Haley tells Florida State to "stop stalling" after game postponement
Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley has something to say to Florida State.
Clemson's game at Florida State postponed
The Clemson-Florida State game, originally scheduled for noon Saturday is postponed after both teams' medical staffs could not agree on playing the game.
'Lights Before Christmas' at Riverbanks Zoo open on select nights
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The Riverbanks Zoo is hosting its annual "Lights Before Christmas" event throughout November and December. The event starts Saturday, November 21 and runs on select dates in November and December. Timed…
