Arrest made in Wrightway BP burglary
Deputies with the Kershaw County Sheriff's Office say they arrested a suspect in connection with a burglary that took place at the Wrightway BP on Highway 34.
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SCSO accepting donations for "Helping Hands Project" to protect domestic violence victims
While the holidays are often a time of joy, for some in the Midlands it can also be a time of struggle. The Sumter County Sheriff's Office hopes to change that with the "Helping Hands Project" that works to protect victims of domestic violence.
Harbison West Elementary receives backpacks filled with school supplies, toys from UofSC sorority
Students at Harbison West Elementary School were on the receiving end of a generous donation from a sorority at the University of South Carolina this holiday season.
Claims for unemployment benefits jump in South Carolina
Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---The number of initial claims for unemployment benefits increased in South Carolina this week. According to the Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW), the number of claims increased…
Prisma Health among healthcare providers preparing to distribute COVID-19 vaccine upon FDA approval
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- As the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) determines if they will give the green light to Pfizer and BioNTech to mass produce their COVID-19 vaccine, states like South Carolina…
Richland Co. deputies hand out gift cards to drivers
On Thursday, the Richland County Sheriff's Department was handing out more than speeding tickets. Deputies surprised drivers with Outback gift cards.
Thousands of needy kids will receive toys this year thanks to donations from LMC and the Salvation Army
More than 2,000 children in the Midlands are still in need of toys to unwrap this holiday season, and community members came out in droves to the Lexington Medical Center to help fill the bus along with the Salvation Army.
Richland Co. Coroner releases name of woman whose body was discovered after being missing for over a year
Richland County Coroner Gary Watts has released the name of an individual whose remains were discovered by a person with a metal detector on the 500 block of South Gregg Street in Columbia on December 6.
Former Lexington County deputy charged with assault
According to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, a former deputy with the Lexington County Sheriff's Department is facing an assault charge.
Gamecock basketball cancels game against George Washington after multiple COVID cases
According to the University of South Carolina, after receiving results from Wednesday's round of COVID-19 tests and due to the required quarantine period, the men's basketball game at George Washington, scheduled for Dec. 14, has been canceled.
Get into the holiday spirit with the Richland Library's virtual "Columbia Celebrates!" event
You can join the Richland County Library for their live performance event "Columbia Celebrates!"
SCSO UPDATE: Missing person found safe
Deputies with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office say that Bianca Isom has been found safe
SC supreme court rejects Governor's 'Federal Cares Act' spending plan, again
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The South Carolina Supreme Court once again rejected Governor McMaster's plan to spend $32 million in federal coronavirus relief on tuition grants for private schools. The justices ruled unanimously…
Dr. Bell: South Carolina could see 3,000 more COVID-19 deaths by April if no precautions taken
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --As COVID-19 cases continue to rise across South Carolina, Gov. Henry McMaster (R-SC) says it could be months until all South Carolinians get a vaccine. Until then, he urges everyone…
Wells Fargo donates $50,000 to Harvest Hope Food Bank
Food insecurity is on the rise this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but thanks to a generous donation from Wells Fargo, many local families in need will now have holiday meals on the table.
Oliver Gospel Mission opens up coffee shop in downtown Columbia
Oliver Gospel Mission celebrated the opening of their brand new coffee shop in downtown Columbia this morning.
Jim Hudson Automotive Group donates new emergency response vehicle to the Red Cross
Keith Hudson, president of Jim Hudson Automotive Group, donated a new energy efficient emergency response vehicle to the Red Cross on Wednesday.
Governor McMaster urges South Carolinians to remain vigilant as more test positive for COVID-19
A record number of South Carolinians are testing positive for COVID-19, and today in an address, Governor Henry McMaster urged people to remain vigilant.
Allied Air Enterprises building new facility in Orangeburg County, creating 20 new jobs
In a statement released Wednesday by the Office of the Governor, Allied Air Enterprises, Inc. announced plans to build a new facility in Orangeburg County.
SC Gov. McMaster on vaccines: this will not be a fast process
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster updated the state Wednesday on Coronavirus efforts. During the address, McMaster discussed his desire to keep students in the classroom as much as possible, the…
Dominion Energy employees hand out hundreds of food baskets to needy families in the Midlands
Wednesday morning, employees with Dominion Energy handed out about 375 food baskets to families in need in the Midlands.
Silver Airways to begin service at Columbia Metropolitan Airport
Next week, new flights will be taking off from Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
Bond request denied for man on trial for 2013 shooting that left a UofSC student paralyzed
Bond has been denied for the man awaiting a retrial, in the 2013 shooting that paralyzed University of South Carolina freshman Martha Childress.
Dr. Saria Soccocio of Prisma Health discusses how South Carolinians can prevent the spread of COVID-19
As coronavirus cases rise in South Carolina, ABC Columbia spoke to Dr. Saria Soccocio of Prisma Health about how all South Carolinians can help slow the spread of the virus.
Sumter County Sheriff looking for missing woman last seen leaving SCSO Detention Center
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they are searching for a missing woman who was last seen leaving the Sumter County Sheriff's Office Detention Center around 10 a.m. on November 11.
