Local News

Weather Update: ABC Columbia giving update on the Wintry mix

ABC Columbia is keeping everyone updated on the Wintry mix that is hitting throughout the Midlands.

Red Cross volunteers travel to California to assist with disaster relief efforts

Volunteers from the Red Cross of South Carolina are traveling to California to assist in disaster relief efforts as wildfires force thousands to continue to evacuate.

Gov. Mcmaster Signs Human Trafficking Victim Protection Bill Into Law

Governor issues State of Emergency in respond to Wintry Mix

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has issued a State of Emergency after issuing Executive Order 2025-02 in support of the state's ongoing response efforts to the Wintry mix moving across the Palmetto State, said officials.

Meteorologist Tyler Ryan's 10:30 Winter Weather Update

The winter event UPDATE

As expected, the arrival of sleet, freezing rain, and even light snow has started throughout the Midlands. We can expect conditions to be "challenging" as we go through the afternoon and into the evening.

Closings due to inclement Friday weather

Offices and schools around the Midlands are closing early today due to the possibly of inclement weather.

SC restaurant week 2025

Get ready to fill your plate during restaurant week here in the Palmetto State.

Winter storm plods into the Deep South, prompting states of emergency and school closures

A powerful winter storm that dumped heavy snow and glazed roads with ice across much of Texas and Oklahoma lumbered eastward into southern U.S. states Friday, prompting governors to declare states of emergency and shuttering schools across the region.

School schedule changes for Friday, Jan. 10

Schools across the Palmetto State are making preparations as the state is expected to be hit with Winter weather on Friday.

S.C. Department of Education gives update on PowerSchool data breach

New information about the PowerSchool data breach that may have exposed millions of students personal information.

Gov. Henry McMaster touts SC economic strength at 2nd annual summit

The state department of commerce reported more than $8 billion in capital investment in the Palmetto State last year.

ABC COLUMBIA Friday Weather Update

Check out your weather for the week with the 7 Day Forecast from ABC COLUMBIA!

Local Living: Benedict College's Harambee Festival

Local Living: Chappelle Memorial AME Church’s annual MLK Day program

Zookeepers at Riverbanks prepare animals for colder weather

As colder temperatures loom, extra precautions are being taken for the animals at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

Students personal information exposed during cybersecurity breach

Millions of students personal information may have been exposed including students in the Midlands.

3 people displaced after fire in home's garage, say CRFD

Crews with the Columbia-Richland Fire Department controlled a fire that started in the garage of a Keenan Drive home, said the fire dept.

Deputies looking for teen wanted for accessory after the fact of a felony, say RCSD

Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department say they are looking for a teen wanted for accessory after the fact of a felony.

CRFD crews extinguish Tuesday night fire

Crews with the Columbia-Richland Fire Department were about to extinguish a Wednesday night fire, said the fire department.

School choice to be topic at South Carolina State House

School choice is a hotly debated topic at the South Carolina State House.

14-year-old returned home, say Lexington Police

The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a 14-year-old that walked away from his home, said officers.

Winter Jam at Colonial Life Arena rescheduled due to inclement weather

Winter Jam at Colonial Life Arena has been rescheduled due to possible inclement weather, according to officials.

SCSO: Man wanted for attempted murder, criminal conspiracy arrested

The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says Jaden Shamont Smith is in custody.

Graham and Tuberville propose Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act

Senator Lindsey Graham in partnership with Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama, announced Wednesday a new act aimed at "preserving Title IX protections for female athletes".