COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - One man was arrested Monday during protests at the State House for having a 10 inch bowie knife on him on the State House grounds. At least two people were seen detained Monday evening. It was…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The latest numbers from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental control report 297 new cases of Coronavirus. DHEC says there were six additional deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--We are now in day three of protests in Columbia, following the death of George Floyd. ABC Columbia’s Maria Szatkowski has been covering the protests all weekend and has been out there…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Richland School District One is making sure all of its students are well fed. Monday, volunteers helped deliver meals to the homes of nearly 1,000 students in the district. The meals…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A third day of protests in memory of George Floyd got underway Monday afternoon at the South Carolina State House. Many holding posters and signs saying “I can’t breathe”. Some…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Today, June 1, officially marks the beginning of Hurricane Season. And South Carolina leaders want to make sure you are ready. SCEMD Emergency officials have launched the 20th annual edition of the Official South Carolina Hurricane guide.…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–After a weekend of both peaceful protests and violent ones, in the City of Columbia, tensions that had flared had calmed by Monday morning. Columbia Police in Riot…
South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person died in a fatal collision on S.C. Highway 6 on Monday morning.
Columbia Police are investigating an overnight shooting on Marion and Gervais Street and no injuries were reported.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you have plans on parking downtown Columbia near Lincoln Street, you need to be aware of some closures. The City has announced that the Lincoln Street Parking Facility is Closed to the Public until Wednesday, June…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- According to a joint news release, The Richland County Sheriff’s Department and Columbia Police say they arrested a 19-year-old man, who was illegally carrying a pistol and an estimated 70 rounds of ammo during Sunday’s protest…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--After hours of peaceful protests at the State House, tensions flared late Sunday evening just before 6pm. At one…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, on Sunday, announced 312 new cases of the coronavirus and 7 additional deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number of people confirmed to have COVID-19 in South Carolina…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In a briefing Sunday afternoon, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster, along with state and local leaders, gathered to address Saturday’s violent eruptions in Columbia and Charleston. In the briefing, McMaster was…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In a briefing Sunday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster, along with State and Local leaders, gathered to address Saturday's violent eruptions in Columbia and Charleston. Senator Tim Scott was on hand…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A peaceful group of protestors gathered at the South Carolina State House Sunday afternoon. Many holding signs saying "I can't breathe". Some protestors are sitting on the lawn of the…
CAYCE, SC (WOLO)-- The members of the Cayce City Council unanimously approved an emergency curfew ordinance beginning at 8:30 PM on Sunday, May 31 lasting until 6:00 AM on June 1. Here is the ordinance: “A citywide curfew is hereby…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Summer Camp is going to look a little different this year. But the South Carolina State Museum has some new, educational options for kids. Museum officials announced the At-Home Virtual Summer…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Richland County Sheriff's deputies have released more information on Saturday's protest in Columbia that turned violent. The protest began peacefully, with a march to the State House from City Hall. Thousands listened as speakers talked about…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Red Cross is asking you to roll up your sleeve to help save a life. The American Red Cross announced it has an urgent need for blood donations. Red…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A day of peaceful protests, including a walk to the South Carolina State House, ended as violence erupted Saturday in Columbia. The peaceful protest began Saturday morning at about 11…
WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Citing civil unrest near the Gervais Street Bridge, West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles has declared a state of emergency. City officials say a curfew is effective beginning at 9 PM, on May 30, 2020, until 6…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Saturday evening Columbia Police Department issued a statement encouraging protestors to go home. Via CPD Twitter: 'We are strongly encouraging protestors to go home safely. #ColumbiaPDSC continues to monitor crowds…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- In a last minute press conference, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin is instilling an immediate curfew as of 6 p.m. This is for the downtown and Vista areas of the…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- What began as a peaceful protest and demonstration to honor George Floyd has begun to turn into violence, according to ABC Columbia News Staff on scene. Columbia Police cars…
