Local News
Deputies: Man tries to rob victim at convenience store with pellet gun
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is charging a 24-year-old man with armed robbery after trying to rob a victim at a convenience store.
Thursday night on ABC prime time
Columbia,SC (WOLO)---- Make sure you stay tuned to ABC Columbia for a line up of drama, and thriller throughout the night with all of your favorites. The night kicks off with the medical dram 'Greys Anatomy' at 8PM. Then at…
DSS continues push to find more foster families, help more children
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --The South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS) is continuing its push to encourage more people to sign up and become foster parents. Nearly 500 children in the Midlands are…
Local Living: Boo At The Zoo and Not so Spooky Stroll!
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--We start our look at local living with some Halloween fun. Boo At The Zoo returns Friday at Riverbanks Zoo. It's a frightful night that's just right for the little ones.…
SC AG announces settlement with Johnson and Johnson
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Attorney General Alan Wilson says South Carolina is part of a multi-state settlement requiring Johnson & Johnson to pay nearly $116.9 million for the deceptive marketing of trans-vaginal surgical mesh devices. Wilson says South Carolina will receive $4,097,718.60…
New mural will honor local musician, community member Aaron Graves
A new mural in Columbia will remember Aaron Graves, an active member of Columbia's music, art and skateboarding communities. He passed away this June after a battle with brain cancer.
Columbia Police captures suspect accused of illegally dumping tires behind a building
Columbia police say they have figured out who was duping tires behind a building on Sunset Dr.
Drought status unchanged for most SC counties
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The state's Drought Response Committee says the drought statuses of most of the state's counties will remain unchanged this fall. Officials say Aiken, Abbeville, Allendale, Anderson, Bamberg, Barnwell, Calhoun, Chester, Cherokee, Clarendon,…
Thief steals $17K in instruments, power tools from SC school
Authorities in South Carolina say a thief made off with more than $17,000 in property from a high school, including an $8,000 all-terrain vehicle, a $3,000 cello and several power tools.
RCSD: 16-year-old reported missing has been found safe
Richland County deputies say a missing 16-year-old with a medical condition has been found safe this morning.
Deputies: Man accused of shoving a woman, which led to her death, is arrested
Richland County deputies say they've arrested a man accused of forcibly shoving a woman who later died from her injuries.
"The Yard" College and Career fair for students
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Going from High School, to College and trying to tackle the real world can be a tough time, especially when you're trying to find a job or career to pay those very "real bills" that come…
Senator Graham continues criticism of Trump's decision to pull troops from Syria, President responds
(CNN) - Senator Lindsey Graham is among one of the President's closest allies who has adamantly criticized the decision to remove US…
Safety and parking preparations underway for USC game and State Fair Saturday
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- There are traffic and safety concerns as we prepare for another busy weekend with two major events happening at the same time in Columbia. The South Carolina State Fair and…
Records: Trooper was fired for lying about deadly car chase
Documents from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy say a highway patrol trooper was fired for lying about his actions during a car chase that left one person dead.
Wednesday night on ABC primetime
Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---- Make sure you keep your television right here on ABC Columbia as we kick off a night of comedy tonight on prime time. The entertaining night begins at 8PM with 'The Goldbergs', followed by the high…
Columbia City Council approves the vacant building registry ordinance
Columbia is taking steps to reduce the number of vacant buildings in the city.
SCDMV: More than three million South Carolinians have yet to get Real ID
Millions of South Carolinians might not be able to fly on an airplane or enter a federal building after October 1, 2020 as a result of not having a Real ID.
Orangeburg deputies investigating barbershop shooting that left one with gunshot wound
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is investigating an attempted robbery of Orangeburg business on that left one with a gunshot wound.
Local Living: Ballet with a Bite, plus Rhythm on the River
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Grab your calendar and let's take a look at 'Local Living'. It's time for the 'Ballet with a bite'. Next week, The Columbia City Ballet presents its annual Halloween classic…
Hiring! Kroger looking to fill positions at SC Job fair
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Good news for job hunters. Kroger might have what you're looking for. The grocery store chain is looking to hire more than 1,000 full-time and part-time positions, at a one day…
Importance of checking Halloween candy before your kids indulge
Last week, a Pennsylvania police department sent out a warning to parents, urging them to double check their kid's Halloween candy after THC-laced Nerds Ropes were confiscated from a home.
Lexington man arrested after exposing himself to woman in shopping center lot
An Orangeburg man wanted for indecent exposure in an October 8th incident has been arrested and awaits bond hearing, according to the Lexington Police Department.
Greenville teen gets 23 years in adult prison for stabbing mother to death
Greenvile, SC (AP) --- A Greenville teenager will spend 23 years in prison in an adult prison after he stabbed his mother, 44-year-old Isabel Zuluaga to death in 2015. 17-year-old Miguel Cano…
