State Fair kicks off Friday fun with outdoor movie night
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) --- The S.C. State Fair will be here before you know it and this year to commemorate their 150 year anniversary officials are bringing even more fun to the…
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Family of injured deputy expresses gratitude for community's support
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- The family of a Lexington Co. deputy injured in a head on collision with an accused drunk driver is saying thank you to the community. The family of Deputy Roy Hall released a statement today saying,…
Former Manning police chief pleads guilty
According to the US Attorney's office the former chief of police in Manning, has pleaded guilty to theft of federal funds, and making a false statement.
No vote: Here's why UofSC Board of Trustees Vote set for Friday was blocked
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — A vote originally scheduled to take place today for the University of South Carolina's new president was stopped by a judge. On Thursday, Trustee Charles Williams filed a restraining order…
SC Attorney General's office hosts Blood Drive
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Attorney General’s office is taking part in a blood drive this Friday. The drive is coordinated by the National Association of Attorneys General to increase community participation…
RCSD investigates after two people hurt in shooting
Officials say around 6 in the morning, Richland County deputies responded to a shooting at the 1200 block of Willow Oak Drive.
Richland Library (Main) welcomes area teens for 'Lock-In'
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The Richland Library is giving some area teenagers a chance to spend a little bit of their summer break enjoying…
USC Board of Trustees vote on Presidential search scheduled for today cancelled
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — A vote scheduled to take place today on the University of South Carolina's new president will not take place. On Thursday, Trustee Charles Williams filed a restraining order saying he and the other trustees received three…
Richland Co. Utilities discuss project that proposes to extend current water system
Richland County Utility officials held a meeting tonight to discuss a project that will extend the county's current water system.
Restraining order blocks USC presidential vote from happening Friday
In the immediate future, the USC Board of Trustees will not be meeting to vote on a new president.
American Red Cross in need for blood of all types
The American Red Cross says they have an "emergency need" for all blood types.
Police arrest man in connection to Best Buy burglary on Two Notch Road, three others remain at large
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a Texas man in connection with the burglary of the Best Buy on Two Notch Road has been arrested.
10 year old found dead in a family pool in West Columbia
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) ---- Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the young boy she says was discovered unresponsive in a relative's swimming pool earlier today. According to Fisher, 10 year old Mack D. Bonnett, from Pelion was found by…
Columbia native fighting brain cancer represents Team Navy at DoD Warrior Games
A Columbia native, and petty officer with the U.S. Coast Guard, is now home after competing in the Department of Defense Warrior Games.
21 American flags burned outside cemetery in Upstate
Anderson Police Department is investigating the burning of American flags at the Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Court order blocks UofSC Board of Trustees meeting on Friday about new presidential candidate
Trustee Charles Williams tells ABC Columbia that he filed a temporary restraining order, which was granted on Thursday by Judge Robert Hood to not have a Board of Trustees meeting tomorrow.
SC State Treasurer calls USC protestors "Marxists" and "social justice warriors"
ABC Columbia has reached out to the office of South Carolina's State Treasure regarding a since deleted social media posting calling some college students and faculty at the University of South Carolina, marxists.
USC Board of Trustees set to meet Friday, Lawmakers react to Possible vote on School President
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --The USC Board of Trustees will be meeting Friday morning at 10 a.m. at the Alumni Center according to University officials. In a new release sent to ABC Columbia, Columbia…
Woman likely grazed by bullet while sitting on porch, sheriff's deputies say
A woman was struck by a bullet while sitting on her porch and now deputies need your help to track down the gunman.
Pick Me: Statewide Pet Adoption event July 12-13
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you looking to bring home a furry friend? The PICK ME! SC event is set to take place at local animal shelters. According to organizers, the event is sponsored by the Petco Foundation and organized by…
Victim identified in the fatal crash on U.S. Highway 601
South Carolina Highway Patrol says one person died after crashing down an embankment on U.S. Highway 601 today.
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin "Governor should immediately rescind his demand" that USC trustees vote on President
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin announced that he, along with several state lawmakers, USC faculty, and students will hold a press conference today asking USC'S board of trustees not to vote on candidate Robert Caslen. A member…
Person of interest sought for Blossom Street shooting last month
Columbia Police say they're searching for a person of interest in a shooting incident on Blossom Street last month.
Man suspected of planting pipe bomb at courthouse admits guilt in court
PICKENS CO., SC (WOLO) --- The man suspected of planting pipe bombs on a county courthouse admitted to doing it during a court appearance in a Greenville County courthouse Wednesday morning. Just three…
Group of USC students outraged ahead of university president vote
USC students say they're outraged over a decision to vote on who will be the next president without their input.
