New "Safe Baby Court" program coming to Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --A new program aiming to help young parents who have been charged with abuse and neglect is coming to Richland County. The “Safe Baby Court” program looks to have these…
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DHEC hosting more than 250 mobile Coronavirus test sites in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Looking to get tested? State Health officials say there are even more ways for you to get screened over the next few months. The South Carolina Department of…
Prisma Health cancels Columbia, Greenville COVID-19 testing this weekend
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Free COVID-19 testing that Prisma Health was planning to host this weekend August 24, has been canceled. Health officials say they had to cancel the coronavirus testing events in Columbia, Simpsonville, and Greenville due to inclement…
Sixth UofSC Greek Village housing quarantined after more positive COVID-19 cases
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The University of South Carolina says another Greek Village house is in quarentine after more cases of coronavirus are detected. This is now the sixth Greek Village residence for Fraternities and Sororities to live that have…
Woman accused of pointing gun at Killian Walmart employee arrested
Columbia,SC (WOLO) ---- The Richland County Sheriff's Department has arrested a woman accused of pulling a firearm out in a busy Walmart store. 36 year old Latea Mitchell was arrested at her home Friday…
Chop shop bust in Leevilles leads to multiple arrests
LEXINGTON, S.C (WOLO)- Lexington County sheriff's deputies have arrested seven people in connection to a chop shop bust on Felix Drive in Leesville. According…
Protests, marches held in downtown Columbia
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- On Friday, protesters took to the streets of downtown Columbia, marking the 57th anniversary of the Walk on Washington where Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his 'I Have a Dream' speech. Black Lives Matter South Carolina…
Tree trimming set for some Columbia Neighborhoods over next two weeks
COLUMBIA, SC ( WOLO)-- Some City of Columbia neighborhoods will have Tree Trimming activities over the next two weeks. Dominion Energy says crews will perform tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods : Grove Park Neighborhood…
DHEC: 903 new cases of Coronavirus in SC, 23 additional deaths
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- State Health officials reported Friday, 903 new confirmed cases of coronavirus and 23 additional confirmed deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number of confirmed cases to 114,400, and confirmed deaths to 2,521. The South Carolina Department…
Missing Clarendon man's body found in a ditch off U.S. 301
Clarendon County Coroner's Office says a missing man was found dead in a ditch off U.S. 301 on Wednesday morning.
City of Columbia Parks and Rec giving out free meals to Children Friday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Happening Friday, the City of Columbia's Parks and Recreation Department will offer free meals to children, 18 and under. During the free meal event, Parks and Rec officials say First Choice by Select Health is donating 500 back…
Three arrested, one wanted in connection to fatal shooting of a teen in Manning
Manning Police Department have arrested three men and searching for one man connected to the shooting death of a teenager.
Central Carolina Community Foundation Celebrates Black Philanthropy Month and Give 8/28
Central Carolina Community Foundation is celebrating Give 8/28. The day promotes financial giving to Black-led and Black-benefiting nonprofits.
Area law enforcement gear up State House rallies
Columbia,SC ( WOLO) --- There are several groups of protesters who plan to converge at the State House Friday and Saturday. After peaceful protests in May turned violent in the Capital City.…
Pedestrian killed in fatal collision on I-26 near Newberry County identified
Newberry County Coroner's Office has identified the pedestrian killed in a fatal collision on I-26 Sunday, August 23rd.
Suspects accused of breaking into a historic church in Mayesville
Sumter County deputies are searching for multiple suspects accused of breaking into a historic church in Mayesville last week.
'One Republic Militia' to protest while legally carrying concealed weapons
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- also happening at the state house tomorrow.. a group called One Republic Militia will gather for an event they're calling 'SC Stands'. The organization's leader telling ABC Columbia "we want…
Man accused of opening fire on several people now faces murder
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) --- The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office says a woman struck by a bullet earlier this month has now died and the man authorities say is responsible…
A look inside a middle school classroom during the COVID-19 pandemic
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- School districts across the state are gearing up for the start of another school year, with some having students back for face-to-face instruction. Lexington Two plans on starting the…
Why getting a flu shot this fall is especially important
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- It's that time of year again when it's recommended to get your flu shot. But this year, that suggestion is even more critical as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. “Now is…
South Carolina announces fan guidelines for Williams-Brice Stadium this fall
The University of South Carolina Department of Athletics released today its guidelines for fans attending games this fall at Williams-Brice Stadium based on the guidance of the South Carolina Department of Commerce, Southeastern Conference, local and state health officials and University leadership.
Three additional houses on UofSC's Greek Village under quarantine
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Three more houses at UofSC's Greek Village have been placed under quarantine. A spokesperson for the university says the quarantine was put in place after several residents tested positive for COVID-19.…
Fewer than 500 new Coronavirus cases in SC reported by DHEC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- State Health officials on Thursday reported fewer than 500 new Coronavirus cases. According to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, there were 424 new confirmed cases of coronavirus and 42 additional confirmed deaths. [caption…
DHEC: Cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis in Horses present in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- State Health officials say Eastern Equine Encephalitis has been detected in 11 horses in 8 South Carolina counties. The disease is a mosquito-borne illness. DHEC says the virus was detected in the Lowcountry, Midlands, and Pee Dee…
Free meals to children to be distributed during Columbia Parks and Rec event
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The City of Columbia's Parks and Recreation Department will offer free meals to children, 18 and under on Friday August 28, 2020. During the free meal event, Parks and Rec officials say First Choice by Select Health…
