Managing your mental health during pandemic and protests
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- There's a lot going on in our world right now, between the coronavirus pandemic, George Floyd's death and the protests all over the world. All of this…
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Harvest Hope receives large donation from Pepsi to kick off Food Lion Summer program
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Good news, there is some major help coming to our Midlands food bank. On Wednesday, Pepsi donated 100,000 bottles of water to Harvest Hope to help kickoff the Food Lion feeds’…
DHEC: 17 additional deaths, 235 new cases of Coronavirus in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Wednesday, DHEC announced 235 new cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 and 17 additional deaths. The South Carolina Department of Environmental Control announced that this brings the total number of people confirmed to have…
No one hurt after fire at Epworth Children's Home
Columbia Fire Department says no one is hurt after a fire at Epworth Children's Home on Milwood Avenue on Tuesday.
One dead after fatal collision on Bub Shumpert Road in Lexington
South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person died in a fatal collision Tuesday night on Bub Shumpert Road in Lexington.
One dead after collision on I-20 East in Lee County
South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person is dead after a fatal collision on I-20 East at mile marker 110 Tuesday.
Protesters demonstrate well into Tuesday night
Columbia,SC (WOLO)--- "No Justice, No peace!” As the sun set on the fourth day of protesting, frustration over incidents of police brutality against people of color across the country was not setting. One of…
Update: Columbia parking facility closed until further notice
City of Columbia officials say the Lincoln Street Parking Facility will now be closed until further notice.
People could register to vote at day 4 of Columbia protests
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Tuesday brought another day of protests in downtown Columbia, as people continue to honor George Floyd and other unarmed African Americans who have been recently killed. Day four of…
LCSD: Woman arrested for stabbing father multiple times with large kitchen knife
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - A woman accused of stabbing her father multiple times with a large kitchen knife was arrested at her home in Lexington County. According to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department, Geri Lin Oswald stabbed him multiple times…
South Carolinians voting-by-mail in record numbers ahead of June primary
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --With just one week left until the South Carolina primary, South Carolinians are opting to cast their vote through the mail in record numbers. The State Election Commission says nearly…
DHEC: one additional death, 285 new cases of Coronavirus in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced Tuesday, 285 new cases of the coronavirus and 1 additional death. DHEC says this brings the total number of people confirmed to…
Fourth day of peaceful protests at State House, bring out more conversation
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--We are now in day four of protests in Columbia, following the death of George Floyd. Watch Here: a Live update from the 5pm hour. Tuesday Peaceful protesters gathered at the State…
City of West Columbia reopens all City Parks and Playgrounds
WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- You can now enjoy all the outdoor fun West Columbia has to offer. Today the City of West Columbia announced it has opened all city-maintained parks and playgrounds after being closed due to the coronavirus. City…
Frank Martin tests positive for Coronavirus, makes full recovery
On Tuesday, Gamecock basketball coach Frank Martin announced he tested positive for Coronavirus back in May.
A look at Monday's Protests in Columbia, peaceful protest at State House
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tuesday, there were no planned organized events at the State House, although a few protesters took to the sidewalk, peacefully, holding signs. On Monday the scene was different, it marked the…
Today: Free COVID-19 Testing hosted by Lexington Medical Center and DHEC
(LEXINGTON, SC ) --If you are looking to get tested for Coronavirus, some Midlands health officials are hosting a free event Tuesday. Lexington Medical Center is partnering with DHEC to host free COVID-19 testing at White Knoll High School in…
No one hurt after building fire on Baldwin Road in Columbia
Columbia Fire Department officials say no one is hurt after a building fire on Baldwin Road on Monday afternoon.
Two men wanted for robbery and assault on Farrow Road
Richland County deputies are searching for two men wanted for robbery and assault last month on Farrow Road.
UofSC to require incoming freshmen to take diversity training course this fall
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --Some students at the University of South Carolina will be learning new lessons about diversity and tolerance before coming to campus this fall. The university announced a new diversity training course…
Man arrested Monday for having 10 inch knife on him at State House protest
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…
DHEC: six additional deaths, 297 news cases of Coronavirus in SC
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…
Third day of Protests in Columbia: Peaceful protesters gathered at State House
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…
Richland District One Volunteers deliver meals to students
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…
Peaceful protests at State House, protesters line sidewalk on Gervais Street
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…
