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.
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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…
Lowe's to hold 'walk in' Wednesday job fair
If you are in the market for a job or just want a chance to start a new career grab your resumes
West Columbia opens new public parking garage for growing visitors
The City of West Columbia’s Public Parking Garage located at 310 Court Avenue at State Street in the Brookland Development and street parking is now open to the public.
Firefighters respond to salvage yard fire
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--At 8am Tuesday morning crews with the Columbia Fire Department responded to American Recycling and Parts on Fairfield Rd. No injuries have been reported. A spokesperson for the fire department says several…
Orangeburg County School District students, parents concerned about bus driver strike
Tuesday morning officials with the newly consolidated Orangeburg County School District are meeting to discuss a strike by bus drivers that left students without transportation home after school.
South Carolina Highway Patrol seeks hit and run suspect
Columbia,SC (WOLO)---- The SCHP is hoping you can help them locate the person driving a car involved in a hit and run. Authorities say the incident took place Saturday September 28th just before 10PM along I 20 west bound near…
No one is hurt after overnight house fire on Tremont Avenue
Columbia Fire Department officials say no one is injured after an overnight house fire on the 800 block of Tremont Avenue.
Columbia Fire says fire at The Hub apartment is contained
Columbia Fire officials say they've contained an early morning fire at The Hub apartment complex on the 1400 block of Main Street.
Richland library (Main) gets you in the spooky spirit with Halloween craft cut outs
Columbia,SC (WOLO)--- It's the 1st of October which means while your litte ghost and gobblins are tying to find the perfect costumes , Mom and Dad are probably getting the house decked out for trick or treaters. The Richland library…
President Trump approves Gov. McMaster's request for Dorian federal aid
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- President Donald Trump has approved Governor Henry McMaster's request for federal aid following hurricane Dorian. The federal aid will be used across 11 coastal counties to supplement emergency work…
Law enforcement's annual event gives alternative solutions for people on parole
Local, state and federal law enforcement agencies teamed up for the annual Ceasefire Columbia Offender Call-in. The event gives people on parole alternative solutions to turn their lives around.
Several beached whales die after becoming stranded along Edisto beach
A sad sight over the weekend for beach goers. Four whales died Saturday morning after they became stranded along Edisto Beach.
