Districts announce school schedules after snow day impacts counties
Districts in the Midlands are resuming classes after a snow day hit the area on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
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SCDPH resumes normal hours for Care Line
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is ending its extended hours of the Care Line beginning at 12 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 23, says officials.
Columbia Police investigating fatal shooting
The Columbia Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that happened last night, said officers.
Clarendon County deputies investigating after man found dead in vehicle
Clarendon County deputies are investigating after a man was found shot dead in a vehicle on Sunday.
UPDATE: Driver charged after tractor-trailer hits school bus in Newberry
A road in Newberry County is blocked after a school bus incident on US-76 near Airport Road, said Newberry County deputies.
Vorando voluntarily recalls 8 thousand whole room heaters
A company is voluntarily recalling 8 thousand of its whole room heaters over potential shock, fire hazards.
A Winter Wonderland -- see pics and videos of fun in the snow as well as safety tips for drivers
ABC Columbia's Lee Williams shares local pictures and videos from viewers along with safety tips for drivers from Master Deputy Timothy Fortenberry with the Richland County Sheriff's Department.
Local Living: Joe Gatto's Let's Get Into It Tour
Local Living: Joe Gatto's Let's Get Into It Tour
Multiple people arrested in connection with nightclub shooting
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott has announced the arrest of two men in connection with a shooting at a local nightclub.
No. 2 South Carolina to host No. 5 LSU a day later than scheduled after winter weather in the South
The Southeastern Conference has postponed Thursday night's women's basketball game between No. 5 LSU and No. 2 South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina, until Friday because of winter weather.
Governor's office responds to questions regarding closings in Richland, Lexington Co., USC
Monday's announcements regarding Tuesday's schedule at county offices in Richland and Lexington County as well as USC may have lead to some confusion.
Road Safety tips from SC Troopers for the snow and ice
Right now many agencies say there are still roads that may not be passable across the state. There is the potential for black ice overnight into Thursday.
SC Snow: A look at the impact from school closings to icy roads
A look at the impact of the January snow in the Midlands
School closings, delays for Thursday
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Due to road conditions still not being fully open and safe in areas around the Midlands, many schools and universities are switching to E-Learning Days or closing on Thursday. Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 21, most of the south…
No COMET service Wednesday, delayed Thursday
Officials with the City of Columbia's public bus system also known as the COMET say there is a schedule change due to icy road conditions in the Midlands.
Snow day in the Midlands!
Got snow pictures? Send them to news@abccolumbia.com!
UPDATE: Richland Co. offices to remain closed today due to weather
Richland County officials release updated information on changes to schedules for Government facilities due to Winter weather
Weather Update: Snow expected to continue into early Wednesday morning
Chief Meteorologist John Farley has the latest look at the snow we are seeing here in the Midlands and what you can expect Wednesday morning
Dominion Energy provides tips on thermostat settings, potential power outages during cold weather
"We do encourage customers to keep their thermostat as close to 68 degrees as possible. That's kind of a sweet spot, that helps with your energy consumption, and limit it from maybe spiking quite as much as if your thermostat is up in the low 70's," says Long.
Photos of snow day in the Midlands
Winter is showing in the Midlands and viewers are sending in their snow pictures.
Snowy weather update
ABC Columbia gives you an update on the Winter weather which could possibly result in hazardous road conditions in the Midlands.
Lexington County man arrested on child sexual abuse material charges
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Jake Brady Ergle, age 38, of Batesburg-Leesville on one charge connected to the sexual exploitation of minors.
City of Columbia opens overflow shelter
Due to the winter weather in Columbia, the city has opened the overflow shelter, according to the Columbia Police Department.
COMET adjusting services due to Winter weather
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) is adjusting its transit service due to the Winter Weather Warning/Advisory issued by the National Weather Service, said officials.
Wintry weather in the Midlands
Today, has been a wintry day here in the Midlands, as weather affects the Palmetto State and brings snow to parts of the south.
