Two teens charged with making threats at separate schools in Lexington Co.
Two teens are charged in separate and unrelated incidents with making threats to students at their respective schools, according to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.
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RCSD: Two local high school teens charged after bringing weapons on campus
The Richland County Sheriff's Department has arrested two juveniles for bringing weapons on school grounds.
Cayce suspends business license for Knights Inn hotel after being a 'strain' on services
The Cayce Department of Public Safety has suspended the business license for the Knights Inn Hotel after 'placing a strain' on public safety services and safety for citizens.
Wednesday night on ABC Prime
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- A night of comedy will be airing tonight in Prime Time on ABC Columbia. The night kicks off with "The Goldbergs" followed by "Schooled" at 8:30PM. Stick around…
Orangeburg murder suspect arrested after robbing, shooting man
A Orangeburg man is charged with robbing and fatally shooting a man in Bowman, according to the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office.
New leads could help deputies find Kershaw Co. man missing for more than a year
Deputies from the Kershaw County Sheriff's Office have been searching for an East Camden man who has been missing for more than a year.
'Hire Me SC' Employer Summit encourages more inclusiveness in the workplace
October marks Disability Employment Awareness Month in South Carolina. In honor of that, an annual summit was held on Wednesday for employers about how to build a more inclusive workplace.
Man gets 15 years in prison for setting Walmart on fire to steal case of beer
GREENWOOD, S.C. (AP) — A man who set a fire at a South Carolina Walmart to divert attention as he stole a case of beer has been sentenced to the maximum of 15…
Man in custody after hostage incident at Newberry Vocational Rehabilitation Center
One subject is in custody after a hostage situation occurred at the Vocational Rehabilitation Center in Newberry on Evan Street in Newberry, according to the City of Newberry.
*UPDATE* Woman last seen at Killian Road Kroger found safe
Officials with the Richland County Sheriff's Department say Betty Jean Robinson has been found safe and is back with her family.
Fatal collision blocks road in front of Saxe Gotha Elementary School
South Carolina Highway Patrol says a collision has blocked the road in front of Saxe Gotha Elementary School.
Columbia Police say power has been restored in Richland County
Columbia Police say power has been restored in Richland County after hundreds lost power early this morning.
Coffee with a Cop aims to bring members of the community, and conversation together
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- Start your morning with a cup of Joe and some good conversation. Today, October 2, 2019, law enforcement agencies around world will be hosting National Coffee with a Cop Day…
Lace up your sneakers, It's National Walk to School Day!
Columbia,SC (WOLO)---- Forget flagging down the school bus, or piling the kids in the car to get them to class, let them walk it out. According to AAA Carolinas, this year more than 120 schools are taking part in the…
SCHP: Pedestrian struck and killed walking along CraigBrow Circle
Chester, SC (WOLO) --- According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol one person is dead after officials say they were struck by a passing car Tuesday night along Craig Bow Circle, just east of…
Pilot says small plane makes crash landing ran out of gas
Horry Co., SC (WPDE) --- Authorities say the pilot of a private plane that made a crash landed this Tuesday was not seriously injured. Horry County Fire Rescue say the single engine…
RCSD asks resident not to be alarmed as they conduct training tests
Richland Co, SC (WOLO) --- You may see a bit of commotion happening over in Richland County, the Sheriff's Department is asking those who live in the community not to worry, this is only a test. The Richland County Sheriff’s…
Tonight on ABC Prime
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The 5PM and 6PM news may be over, but the fun is just getting started here on ABC Columbia. Here's a look at Tonight on Prime.…
RCSD joining the "Neighbors App" by Ring to keep neighborhoods safer
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is partnering with Ring.com to keep neighborhoods safe.
Local Living: Famously Hot Headliner in Columbia and Pumpkin Planetarium
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Are you ready to ring in the new year? This week Famously Hot New Year announced that Salt-N-Pepa, legendary female rap act, will be the headliner for the free New Year's Eve…
Orangeburg bus drivers meet with district leaders to discuss pay situation
For the second straight day, several bus drivers with the Orangeburg County School District protested disparities in their paychecks.
Round up fun with Food Truck Rodeo at Epworth Children's Home
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In this 'Local Living' COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Our Crysty Vaughan has a feast for food truck lovers in her look at 'Local Living'. The Epworth Children's Home is hosting its…
'Cleaning for a Reason' provides free home cleanings for cancer patients
October brings attention to breast cancer, by raising awareness of treatment, research and prevention. One local company is going a step above the rest, by offering a free home cleaning to a patient undergoing treatment.
SCDMV officials giving one year notice for residents to buy their REAL IDs
South Carolinians who wish to board flights, enter a secure federal building or visit a military installation must have a REAL ID issued by the SCDMV before October 2020.
Scientists link 21 beached pilot whales dead in Georgia and SC
BRUNSWICK, Ga. (AP) - Scientists say they have linked four pilot whales found dead on the coast of South Carolina with 17 whales of the same species that died days earlier after beaching themselves in Georgia. The Georgia Department of…
