World War II veteran receives "Quilt of Valor" for his thirty years of service
With Veteran’s Day just around the corner, students at Lonnie B. Nelson Elementary School had an opportunity to thank those who served this nation.
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Local Living: Country Music legend to CLA, Bubbie's Jewish Food and Free Fall fest
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Grab your calendar, Crysty Vaughan is here with your look at ‘Local Living’. Just announced this week, Country music legend Alan Jackson is coming to Columbia. Jackson is bringing his 2020 Tour…
SC Department of Revenue issuing 400,000 rebate checks
The time has finally come for qualifying South Carolinians to receive $50 rebate checks over the next month.
1 dead, 3 injured in shooting at Sumter home illegally operating as business
Sumter police say one person is dead and three others were injured during an exchange of gunfire Thursday night at a home tied to illegal gambling and alcohol sales.
RCSD: Investigating homicide on Chatsworth Road
Richland County Sheriff’s deputies have identified the shooter of fatal incident early Thursday morning.
Fire Marshal's office offers heating safety tips as temps drop
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The South Carolina Fire Marshals Office is warning people who use space heaters or kerosene lamps to stay warm. Fire Marshal Jonathan Jones offers the following tips to ensure safety during the cold winter months: • Only use…
West Columbia Police investigate deadly crash involving pedestrians
According to the West Columbia Police Department, a deadly crash involving pedestrians shut down the 900 block of Sunset Boulevard Thursday night.
9 people arrested for scheme to defraud SC medicaid program
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Nine people have been arrested accused of defrauding the South Carolina medicaid program. A year-and-a-half long investigation resulted in 18 charges brought…
Columbia plants last tree in "10,000 Trees" program
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The city of Columbia has completed its 10,000 trees program. Mayor Steve Benjamin and other city leaders gathered at River Front Park to celebrate…
Missing Sumter 21-year-old last seen on Halloween found safe
The Sumter Police Department says 21-year-old Kendra Hawkins was found safe and located in Newberry.
Panera offering free meals to military service members on Veterans Day
Panera will be recognizing the brave people who served our country this Veterans Day.
Sheriff Lott calls Two Notch Road shooting an "assassination" and "premeditated"
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is continuing their push against gun violence.
Security breaches are on the rise in SC, here's how to protect yourself
Security breach numbers are on the rise in South Carolina with more than half a million of South Carolinians affected in the past three months, according to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA).
10-Point Plan introduced to bring more business to Five Points
A group of business owners, neighborhood leaders and elected officials announced a new 10-Point Plan to revitalize Five Points. It was presented at a press conference on Thursday.
Trenholm Road reopens after Sinkhole repair, say City Water officials
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Repairs to the sinkhole on Trenholm Road are now complete, say City of Columbia Water officials. Thursday, officials announced that Trenholm Road reopened to the public. Columbia Water thanked…
Officials: Repeat sex offender sentenced to 20 years in prison
Eleventh Circuit officials say a repeat sex offender has received a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison.
USGS reports earthquake in Cayce
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)- There was a little rumble in the Midlands this morning. According to a tweet sent out by the South Carolina Emergency Management Division, the US Geological Survey reported a 2.o magnitude earthquake near the city of Cayce…
Deputies search for a witness of a fatal shooting on Sulton Drive
Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office officials say they need to find a witness of a fatal shooting Wednesday on Sulton Drive.
Columbia Urban League honors six local leaders during annual dinner
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Six local leaders were honored Wednesday night for their community service efforts at the Columbia Urban League’s 52nd annual Fund Campaign and Equal Opportunity Day dinner. Michael Williams,…
Sumter bus strike continues into second day
Sumter, SC (WOLO) ----TheSumter bus driver strike continued Wednesday but, according to the district, there were fewer participants. A spokesperson for the district says all routes were covered this morning and there…
Wednesday night on ABC Prime
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- We are halfway through the week, but we have line up of show here on ABC Columbia to help you get through it with a few laughs. Starting at 8PM join us for an episode of…
March Madness reels in more than $11 million into the Midlands
March Madness may have passed over the Midlands eight months ago, but the city is still embracing the economic impact it left behind.
Honor the Dream Food Drive underway in Columbia, here's where you can donate
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- You have a chance to make sure no one goes hungry during the holidays. The City of Columbia has kicked off the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.…
Local Living: First Thursday on Main, Cola Jazz and some Country
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--We've got a lot going on in the Midlands, so grab your calendar and let's take a look at local living. You can welcome in November at First Thursday on Main.…
SC man sentenced to 10 years after forcing disabled man to work at restaurant
A South Carolina man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after forcing labor on a man with an intellectual disability to work extensive hours at a restaurant for no pay, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
