"We need to go deeper:" Mayor Benjamin speaks about addressing gun crimes in 2020
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --There have been a growing number of gun crimes in the city of Columbia, and the Mayor says it’s time to address what he calls a “public…
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Local Living: Country Music legend in concert and Restaurant Week!
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It’s the most edible time of the year! It is ‘Restaurant week’ in Columbia. The food festival gives you a chance to sample all the different menus in the Midlands and try…
Thank you for your donations: ABC Columbia Red Cross Blood Drive totals are in!
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--ABC Columbia, along with the Red Cross, would like to thank all of you who came out to take part in our annual blood drive. The results are in for…
2019 Annual Report shows 360% increase in S.C. human trafficking victims
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- On Friday, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson released the Human Trafficking Task Force's 2019 Annual Report. The report focuses on the statewide efforts to prevent and…
Kershaw deputies seek multiple suspects involved in Snapchat game
Kershaw County deputies say they're looking for suspects involved in a Snapchat game that focuses on stealing vehicles as fast as possible.
Two arrested for bringing weed, cell phones into Lee Correctional
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Two people have been arrested for working with an inmate to bring contraband into Lee Correctional Institution. The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says during a traffic stop, deputies seized $350,000 worth of contraband including marijuana and…
American Red Cross annual blood drive pumps life into Midlands
Columbia,SC (WOLO)--- An annual event to keep blood supply flowing for those in need has helped the Red Cross replenish their depleted stock. According to officials, before Thursday's day long blood drive they…
Traffic stop leads to seizure of loaded, stolen guns
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) --- Orangeburg deputies say a traffic stop has landed 22 year old Traquan Shivers in jail charged with unlawful carrying of a pistol and possession of a stolen weapon. Deputies say…
The Midlands says thank you to local Law Enforcement on National Appreciation Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Today the Nation and the Midlands is honoring those who keep our communities safe. It is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. According to the National Day Calendar, the…
Hundreds pay their respects in Florence as fallen officer laid to rest
FLORENCE, S.C. (WOLO) --Hundreds of police officers and first responders came from all over the state to pay their respects to Officer Jackson Winkeler in Florence on Thursday. Winkeler, who was an Officer at…
Live at the ABC Columbia Blood Drive: how you can make a difference!
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Join ABC Columbia for our annual Blood Drive happening now, Thursday January 9 until 7pm. ABC Columbia is partnering with the Red Cross for this annual event…
Little piece of Australia in Columbia, how Riverbanks Zoo is hoping to inspire people to help
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - Animals are losing their homes and their lives because of the Australian brush fires, which aren't expected to slow down anytime soon. There's a little part of…
DHEC: Flu Deaths on the rise in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The number of flu deaths continues to climb in South Carolina, say state health officials. DHEC announced there have now been 26 flu-related deaths reported in South Carolina. The agency…
Identity of National Guard Soldier who died at Fort Jackson released
Officials at Fort Jackson have released the name of the man who was found unresponsive during a training exercise on the military base Wednesday.
Former maintenance worker among those charged with giving inmates drugs, cell phones and other contraband valued at $350K
Officials with the South Carolina Department of Corrections say two people have been arrested and charged with working together to bring contraband into Lee Correctional Institution, and charges are pending against a third man.
Florence officer laid to rest
As many recognize National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, a Florence officer is laid to rest
Man charged after leaving two guns on school campus following early morning workout: Sheriff
An early morning workout at Lexington High School landed a man behind bars after weapons were found inside a bag he reportedly left behind.
Fire crews extinguish blaze at vacant Jabay Drive home
Columbia fire crews worked to extinguish a blaze at a vacant home on Jabay Drive Thursday morning.
Man arrested after a more than 30 mile chase on I-20 west
South Carolina Highway Patrol says they arrested a man that led troopers on a high-speed chase on I-20 west that lasted over 30 miles.
Join ABC Columbia today for annual Blood Drive
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Today is the day to join ABC Columbia for our annual Blood Drive. ABC Columbia is partnering with the Red Cross for this annual event at the Plex at…
'Grinding of the Greens' ends today
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Now that the Chirstmas has past and we've rung in a New Year, if you're still holding on to that beautiful tree you had up to celebrate, today is the last day to have it recycled.…
Orangeburg man arrested on numerous drug charges
An Orangeburg man is back in jail on more drug charges. Morton is charged with possession with intent to distribute.
One man arrested; another wanted for unrelated charges in Sumter
Sumter Police Department say one man was arrested this week and another is on the run for unrelated charges.
Bill to reduce numbers of UofSC trustees, seats on board advances
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- A bill to remove all of the elected University of South Carolina Trustees from the board and reduce the number of seats is advancing in the State House. A…
Here's how you can help the City of Columbia plan for 2036
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The city is hosting a series of meetings to put together a plan for 2036, and they want to hear from you. They're asking people who live and work here to come…
