CAE reports steady growth in 2019 passenger traffic
More passengers are flying through Columbia Metropolitan Airport, and there's even been a reported increase in just the past few months.
Local News
Lexington Co. investigating non-credible threat at Swansea High School
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is investigating a potential threat at Swansea High School about a post circulating on social media.
Coroner: Man died due to smoke inhalation during house fire
A house fire in Westgrove Court claimed the life of a 50-year-old man early Wednesday morning.
Update: Coroner identifies body found in house fire in Richland County
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Richland County Coroner has identified the body found in a house fire Wednesday morning. According to Gary Watts, Tracy Roberts, date of birth 05/03/1969, of Westgrove Court, Columbia, SC…
Richland Co. Fire Marshal rules fire at Briargate Condominium accidental
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Fire officials say a fire at the Briargate Condominiums is ruled accidental. According to officials, The Fire Marshal's office determined the fire started in space above an interior electrical room, which supplied power to the building.…
$1 admission to the 150th SC State Fair for opening day
Gates to the 150th South Carolina State Fair are officially open.
Man dies days after wife in motorcycle accident on U.S. Highway 378
The second person involved in a motorcycle versus deer accident has died.
ABC Columbia takes to the sky in 150 foot high Ferris Wheel at Fair
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--ABC Columbia's Josh Berry got a sneak peak at the new ride, the ‘150 celebration wheel’. The ferris wheel will be making its North American ride debut here in Columbia. According to…
Woman faces a DUI charge after a collision on Augusta Road
Lexington Police Department officials say a woman is facing a DUI charge after a collision on Augusta Road Tuesday night.
One person is dead after a house fire on Westgrove Court this morning
Richland County deputies say one person is dead after an early morning house fire on Westgrove Court after 5 a.m.
"Communities in Schools" hosting career fair for high school students
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)- Do you know a high school student that may be at risk of dropping out? Program Communities in Schools (CIS) is hosting a career fair Thursday, October 17th from 11:30…
Tourist discover 20 kilos of cocaine while strolling beach
Beaufort,SC (WOLO) ---The Beaufort County Sheriff's Office says a family visiting Fripp Island discovered 20 kilos of cocaine. Authorities say a man was walking along the beach with his family when they noticed…
Final preparations in place for the opening day of South Carolina State Fair
(WOLO) - The stage is set for another year at the fairgrounds. We went Tuesday to the South Carolina State Fair for a…
Hundreds come out to remember Lexington firefighter who died in the line of duty
LEXINGTON,SC (WOLO)-A Midlands firefighter was laid to rest on Tuesday after he died while helping a victim of a car crash. The emotional home going service for Paul Quattlebaum Jr. brought out hundreds of…
Tuesday night on ABC Prime
Columbia, S.C, (WOLO)--- Stay tuned for a full night if entertainment right here on ABC Columbia. It's a night of comedies and thriller starting with "The Conners" at 8PM. Followed by "Mixed-ish" and "Black-ish". Sit on the edge of your…
Local Living: Overnight in Oz and Boo at the Zoo!
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Follow the yellow brick road and sleep overnight at the State Museum during 'Overnight in Oz. It all happens this Friday, October 11. You can see special screenings of the…
Deputies: 65-year-old Batesburg man charged with murder after shooting another man during argument
A Lexington County man is charged with murder after shooting another man during an argument early Monday, according to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.
New Senate committee looks to examine issues with USC presidential search
Three months after the University of South Carolina Board of Trustees voted in Robert Caslen as their next president, some lawmakers still have unanswered questions about the process.
Local Living: Spirits Alive! Take a Halloween themed Cemetery Tour in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready to be spooked. Here's Crysty Vaughan with a look at 'Local Living'. This Thursday, October 10, The Historic Columbia Foundation invites you to 'Spirits Alive' The guided tour runs…
New Area Code coming to parts of Columbia and Central SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia is getting a new area code. According to a release from the North American Numbering Plan Administration, new telephone numbers issued in parts of the midlands will have the area…
Community invited to attend funeral of local veteran with no known family
A Kershaw Co. veteran with no known next of kin will be laid to rest Friday with full military honors. The community is invited to attend and be his family at his burial at Fort Jackson National Cemetery.
$50 could be headed your way as soon as early December
SC lawmakers determined $61 million of tax dollars generated by the 2018 Mega Millions winner would be used to fund $50 rebate checks to qualifying taxpayers, according to the SC Department of Revenue.
Deputies searching for dangerous fugitive who uses various aliases, dresses as a woman to disguise identity
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is looking for a man wanted on multiple charges.
New facility in Berkeley County to bring over 60 new jobs to SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Today the Governor's office announced a new facility will bring over 60 new jobs and a $60 million dollar investment. According to a release, A&R Logistics, Inc. a leading supply chain services company providing dry bulk transportation,…
Police: 10 year old shot by 11 year old
HANAHAN, S.C. (AP) _ Authorities in South Carolina say an 11-year-old boy fatally shot a 10-year-old girl inside a home near Charleston. News outlets report it happened around 10 p.m. Saturday. A police incident report says officers received a 911…
