Columbia Fire Department speaks in Five Points about expanded mask ordinance
The Columbia Fire Department spoke with ABC Columbia News in Five Points Thursday afternoon about the expanded city ordinance.
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Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office searching for two suspects caught on camera breaking into business
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is searching for two suspects accused of breaking into an Automaxx in Orangeburg County. Deputies say they received a call from the owner of Automaxx in Orangeburg called to report a break-in at his dealership on Magnolia Street.
RCSD seeking the public's help in identifying two armed robbers
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking the public for help in identifying a pair of armed robbers they believe are connected with multiple robberies.
City of Columbia extends mask ordinance, expands order to include some outdoor spaces
On Thursday, Mayor Steve Benjamin and the Columbia City Council voted unanimously to extend the city's ordinance requiring face coverings as well as extending the temporary suspension of city council, board and commission meetings. The city's previous order was set to expire on November 15, but the new order extends it through January 5, 2021.
Law enforcement asking for the public's help in solving Bishopville murder
Midlands Crimestoppers, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division and the Bishopville Police Department are asking for the public's help in solving the murder of 18-year-old Zaki Lovely.
SCHP: Driver dies after crash on I-20 West Wednesday
South Carolina Highway Patrol says a driver was killed after a crash caused an overhead sign to fall on I-20 West Wednesday. Troopers say it happened at mile marker 65 around 4:45 p.m.
Gamecocks release women's hoops non-conference schedule
Dawn Staley announced her team's eight-game 2020-21 non-conference schedule Thursday morning.
Victim identified after fatal house fire on Misty Glen Circle in Richland
The Richland County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a fatal house fire at Misty Glen Circle on Tuesday.
Mace becomes SC's first Republican woman elected to Congress
U.S. House candidate Nancy Mace addresses supporters outside a Waffle House where the Republican once worked on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020, in Ladson, S.C. Mace defeated Democratic U.S. House Rep. Joe Cunningham in South Carolina's 1st…
As people anxiously await Election Night results, election officials call on people to stay patient
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- After a very eventful Election Night, social media has still been buzzing about some of South Carolina's races, and the eagerness to find out who will win the 2020…
RCSD seeking the public's help in identifying Walmart shoplifting suspect
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a man accused of shoplifting electronics from the Walmart on Two Notch Road.
Cayce DPS looking to identify car, driver involved in hit and run Monday evening
The Cayce Department of Public Safety is asking for the public's help in identifying the car and driver involved in a hit and run collision Monday.
Sumter Co. Coroner identifies woman who died after a Tuesday night house fire
Sumter County Coroner Robbie Baker has identified a woman who died after a house fire late Tuesday night.
Law enforcement memorial event to take place Friday at the State House
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police is honoring fallen officers in a law enforcement memorial event this Friday.
UofSC Veterans Day 5k goes virtual this year
The University of South Carolina's Veterans Day virtual 5k event runs from Friday through Sunday. You can take part in a number of challenges like walking, running or rucking, meaning you'll wear a backpack weighing at least 30 pounds.
SCDOR: Lexington business owner arrested for operating without a retail license
According to the South Carolina Department of Revenue, 28-year-old Michael Tucker was arrested for operating a business without a retail license.
Driver killed after tractor-trailer overturns on Election Day at I-95 in Orangeburg
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says a driver was killed on Election Day after a tractor-trailer overturned on I-95.
AP: Democratic Rep. Clyburn wins 15th term in South Carolina
South Carolina's longest serving congressman and a leader among House Democrats is heading back to the U.S. House for a 15th term. House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn defeated Republican challenger John McCollum.
Columbia voting precinct temporarily evacuated due to smoke in building
Tuesday morning, Columbia fire crews responded to the precinct at Earlewood Park Elementary to a report of smoke in the building.
After record early voting numbers in SC, voters still flock to the polls on Election Day
With less than two hours left until polls close, voters are still lining up at polling places to cast their votes. The chairs of South Carolina’s two major parties say the voter turnout could approach record numbers by the end of the day.
Lexington Co. Coroner identifies victim fatally struck on Edmund Highway
According to Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher, 47-year-old Lisa Claudine Fry, of Cayce, has been identified as the victim who died after being struck by a motor vehicle at the 5800 block of Edmund Highway near Pelion.
Power outages reported at multiple voting precincts in SC
Tuesday's voting did not pass without any hiccups. According to the State Election Commission power outages were reported at precincts in the Rosewood area of Columbia including Rosewood Elementary and A.C. Moore Elementary.
Election Day 2022 Results
The ABC Columbia News team will update election results as they come in throughout the evening.
A look at the Presidential Race on Election Day: Vote 2020
ABC NEWS-- A look at the Presidential Race on Election Day from ABC News.
SC Governor Henry McMaster casts vote on Election Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster cast their ballots earlier today. The two voted at the american legion on Pickens street. The governor spoke about voter turnout…
