Two killed in single vehicle crash on I-95 in Clarendon County
Clarendon County Coroner's Office has identified two victims in a fatal single vehicle crash on I-95 Monday.
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Complimentary parking at some City meters and garages for the holidays
If you have plans to head downtown for the holidays, the City of Columbia is offering free meter and parking garage parking on certain days.
Man accused of taking keys from dealership employee and taking 2020 Lexus
Richland Co, SC (WOLO) -- Richland County deputies are searching for a suspect they say is wanted in connection to a brazen robbery at a car dealership. Investigators say last Thursday, the man seen…
Woman accused of forging more than 13k dollars in checks from employer
Orangeburg,SC --- A Clarendon County woman accused of forging more than $13,000 dollars worth of checks from a former Santee employer has been arrested. According to authorities, 33 year old Meagan Cheek faces third…
MADD hosts holiday blood drive
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- It's the season of giving and the group Mother Against Drunk Driving, also known as M.A.D.D is hoping this holiday you'll roll up your sleeves and give the gift…
DHEC offers holiday gift giving safety tips
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Christmas morning is almost here and The Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) wants to make sure your holiday is a safe for both you and your little ones. DHEC is offering some things you…
Midlands Businesses gift a car to domestic abuse survivor
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- A survivor of domestic abuse now has a new lease on life, thanks in part to a Midlands business. Monday, John Harris Body Shop partnered with Geico and the…
Vietnam veteran reunites with helicopter he flew on combat missions
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- A reunion more than 50 years in the making; a pilot is back with his helicopter that he flew in combat in Vietnam. “There were 40,000 helicopter…
One killed in vehicle crash on I-77 South in Richland County
South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person was killed overnight in a vehicle crash on I-77 Southbound at mile marker 22.
One person has died after a moped accident last week in Richland County
South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person has died after a moped hit a truck last week. The incident happened Monday, December 16th
Man accused of robbing multiple businesses on Two Notch Road is arrested
Columbia Police say a man accused of robbing multiple businesses on Two Notch Road this month is arrested.
Record number of travelers this year despite high gas prices, AAA
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Despite a rise in prices at the pump, the roadways and the airways will be packed this holiday travel season. According to AAA , over 1.5 million South Carolinians will travel this…
Holiday travel rush is on
ABC NEWS--This weekend marks the start of some of the busiest travel times of the holiday season. Airports across the country are bracing for the rush. According to AAA, over 11 and a…
SC DOT warns of possible flooded roads, downed trees
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- As the Midlands prepares for the possibility of heavy rains Monday and Tuesday, the South Carolina Department of Transportation is reminding drivers to be safe. The SCDOT is urging motorists all across South Carolina to use extreme…
Lexington Deputies arrest suspect in triple homicide
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)--Lexington County deputies say they have arrested a man accused of fatally shooting three people at a Bush River Road apartment complex Tuesday. The shooting occurred Tuesday off Butternut Lane. Justin Tyler Hopkins-image courtesy…
Columbia Police: overnight shooting gang related
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Police say they are investigating a fatal gang-related shooting that occurred Saturday night in North Columbia. Officers say around 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, officers were on patrol in the Norman Street area and heard multiple gunshots. According…
Tis the season: Still time to give to the Red Kettle
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--It is the season of giving and right now you can hear the sound of the familiar Red Kettle. There is still time to give. This year the Salvation Army is going high tech. Even if you don’t…
Local Living: A look at some Holiday light displays across the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It’s time for the Holiday season, so get ready to go wild with more than a million twinkling lights. The South Carolina State Fair is holding its first drive through light…
President Donald Trump heads to Florida for holiday
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump has escaped the chill of Washington and his impeachment to celebrate Christmas and New Year's in Florida with family and friends. One thing he isn't celebrating is the delay in his Senate impeachment trial.…
Santa the Musical sets the stage at Harbison Theatre
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Here comes Santa Claus! Santa Claus the Musical that is..All the fun from the North Pole hit the stage Saturday with dozens of happy children looking on. Columbia Children’s Theatre performed…
Shop with a Columbia Cop brings Christmas Cheer to area mall and children
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Some local men and women in blue helped out the man in red today. ABC Columbia News was on hand this weekend as area City of Columbia Police, School…
Holiday travel rush busiest in years, say travel experts
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- This weekend marks some of the busiest travel times of the holiday season. Airports here in South Carolina and across the country are bracing for the rush. According to AAA , over 11.5 millions South Carolinians will…
New clear bag policy at 'Famously Hot New Year'
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you have big plans to ring in the New Year at the Famously Hot New Year in Columbia, there are some things you need to know. Organizers say, for the first time, they are implementing a…
Tis the season! Thanks to midlands donors, Angel Trees will help families make a Merry Christmas
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) ---Thanks to volunteers and those in the Midlands who took the time to donate, this year's Angel Tree has helped put gifts under the tree. ABC Columbia is a…
Update: Victim identified, Lexington Police say fatal shooting at holiday party
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)--The Lexington Police Department continues to investigate a fatal shooting. The Lexington County Coroner has identified the victim of a shooting that occurred at approximately 11:30 P.M on December 20, 2019. According to Coroner Margaret Fisher, 26 year…
