CPD: Man arrested in connection to bank robbery on Gervais Street
The Columbia Police Department has arrested a man in connection with Thursday's afternoon bank robbery at the PNC bank on Gervais Street.
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Investigation into carbon monoxide poisoning deaths at Allen Benedict complex continues
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- The investigation into the two carbon monoxide deaths at Allen Benedict court is on-going. We were there Thursday afternoon as officers removed items from the complex. A spokesperson for the…
Midlands students hold cheescake bake-off to develop leadership in the kitchen
A group of Midlands students went head to head in the kitchen today to see who could make the best cheesecake.
Report: Williams-Brice Stadium leads the nation in fan ejections
More fans are getting ejected from Williams-Brice Stadium than in any other football venue in the country.
RCSD searches for a man accused of robbing Circle K by throwing a "tote" at clerk
RICHLAND CO, SC (WOLO) --- The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help locating a man they say was captured on surveillance camera robbing the Circle K located at 90 Clemson Road. Authorities say it happened…
Small checks over abandoned nuclear plants are in the mail
A South Carolina private utility is sending out small checks to customers who paid for their share of more than $2 billion for two nuclear reactors that were abandoned without ever producing power.
Coroner: Motorcyclist identified as 20-year-old killed in collision in Blythewood
The Richland County Coroner has identified the person killed at the intersection of Farrow Road and Hobart Road, Blythewood, SC.
2019 Sales Tax Holiday kicks off Friday in South Carolina, making it a good time to shop back to school
Friday kicks off South Carolina's tax-free weekend, where certain items can be bought without the state's 6% sales tax. Some of those items include back to school shopping, which you can do at stores across the state through Sunday.
Revving up engines to benefit Homes for our Troops
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- Texas Roadhouse restaurants are teaming up again fornthe 16th year to put on a motorcycle ride that will help raise money for the Homes for…
Man wanted for indecent exposure on COMET bus
Richland County Sheriff's Department needs your help to find a man wanted for exposing himself on a COMET bus in July.
Troopers: One killed in collision on SC Highway 555 at Farrow Road
South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person has died after a collision at on SC Highway 555 at Farrow Road on Wednesday.
UofSC welcomes new president as past leader retires
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) --- The end of the Pastides administration means the start of General Robert Caslen's tenure as President of the University of South Carolina. Caslen does not begin his time in office without…
Spanish-speaking hotline set up in Sumter after string of crimes believed to be targeting Hispanics
SUMTER, SC (WOLO) - According to the Sumter Police Department, it appears someone has targeted Hispanics in a string of crimes in the city. The police department has set up a Spanish speaking hotline as a result. Three men dressed…
Officials: Fire that destroyed 3 homes in Northeast Columbia started near AC unit
Fire officials say the blaze that destroyed three homes in Northeast Columbia started on the exterior of one of the homes.
Department of Juvenile Justice holds graduation ceremony for more than 100 students
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) --- More than 100 students who are in juvenile jails across South Carolina are getting their high school diplomas. Wednesday morning the students donned their caps and gowns during a ceremony…
Free Summer Concert Series extended to August 24th
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--- The free outdoor summer concert series was initially set to wrap up Friday August 2, 2019, but Wednesday the Columbia Parks & Recreation Department announced two more acts added to the line up.The series will now run…
Mark Sanford contemplating 2020 run to bring awareness to growing national debt
Mark Sanford is considering dipping his toes into the 2020 presidential race.
You may not get that $125 from Equifax because an "unexpected" amount of people opted for the cash payment
(WOLO) - The FTC is warning people that they may not get the $125 payment they opted for after being affected by Equifax's 2017 data breach. It says an unexpected amount of interest in the cash payment may mean consumers…
Prisoner sentenced for extorting thousands from service members with dating app
A man, who was already behind bars, will spend additional time in prison due to an extortion scheme involving service members.
Buying school supplies? Sales Tax Holiday starts August 2nd
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Mark your calendars. The South Carolina Department of Revenue has released the dates for the Tax Free weekend. The sales tax holiday will run Friday, August 2 through Sunday, August 4, 2019. Some of the tax free items…
Suspect arrested in convenience store robbery
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)--Lexington police say a man is in custody for a recent armed robbery. Investigators say around 7:40pm Monday night Harold Heath, 58, robbed Sunoco gas station on Augusta Rd. at gunpoint. No one was hurt in the incident.…
City of Columbia extends entry date for t-shirt design contest
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO) ---The City of Columbia wants to getting ready to see if you have the skills to create art for good cause. The City of Columbia is hosting their first ever Mayor’s Campaign Against Breast Cancer T-shirt Design Contest.…
Wednesday is last day in office for UofSC President Harris Pastides
University of South Carolina officials say today is the last day of the presidency of Dr. Harris Pastides.
N. Columbia Business Association to unveil NOMA Time Capsule, Robot Trail
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) --- The North Columbia Business Association and Studio 2LR is getting ready to bury and preserve the pieces of what will one day be a part of Columbia's history. The…
Duo arrested on drug charges after complaints at Knights Inn motel
Lexington Co, SC (WOLO) -- Lexington county deputies have arrested a man and woman at a motel after receiving complaints of drug activity at the Knights Inn on Airport Boulevard. Mark Jeffcoat is…
